Russians shift focus from Kyiv, potentially scaling back goals in war
Putin will soon have ‘no choice’ but to stop his invasion of Ukraine, former US general says
—Putin will likely be forced to stop his war against Ukraine, a retired US general told Insider. —It’s “not because he wants to halt his military operation but because he has no choice,” he said. —Putin “has basically reached the … Read More
Russian ex-president: Western sanctions won’t sway Kremlin
It is “foolish” to believe that Western sanctions against Russian businesses could have any effect on the Moscow government, Russian ex-president and deputy head of security council Dmitry Medvedev was quoted as saying on Friday. The sanctions will only consolidate … Read More
UK’s Boris Johnson announces 6,000 missiles for Ukraine military
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UK joins NATO and G7 allies to boost Kyiv‘s defences. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a major new package of support for Ukraine before NATO and G7 leaders meetings, as the international community increases its stand against Russia. … Read More
Germany says NATO not a party to war in Ukraine
Chancellor Olaf Scholz promises support for Ukraine, but rules out NATO peacekeeping mission or creating no-fly zone. Germany on Wednesday promised continued support for Ukraine in their war with Russia, but ruled out NATO’s direct involvement in the conflict. Addressing … Read More
Biden: Putin considering using biological and chemical weapons against Ukraine
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US President Joe Biden said on Monday that Russian accusations that Kyiv has biological and chemical weapons are false and illustrate that Russian President Vladimir Putin is considering using them himself against Ukraine. Putin’s “back is against the wall and … Read More
State Dept. refuses to detail ‘red line’ if China provides support to Russia amid war in Ukraine
China has fallen short of criticizing Putin’s actions against Ukraine. The State Department on Friday refused to detail what “red lines” the U.S. would draw with respect to China’s support for Russia amid its deadly invasion in Ukraine. President Biden … Read More
Weekly Update by Mark Armstrong – 18 March 2022
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Greetings from Tyler, Something huge is brewing, and it promises to be one of the most embarrassing, gut-wrenching experiences this nation has ever endured. Media companies eventually have to figure out how to save themselves. When something becomes so well … Read More
Zelenskyy predicts victory in Ukraine, offers Russian soldiers ‘a chance to survive’
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On an address early Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy predicted victory over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s forces in Ukraine and offered Russian troops a “chance to survive” by surrendering. “The 19th day of our resistance is over. Historical war. Another … Read More
CNN host says world is entering ‘post-American’ era under Biden
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The CNN host said the signs of a post-US era are ‘everywhere’ CNN’s Fareed Zakaria said Sunday that America was losing its hold on the world’s stage, emphasizing that the signs were “everywhere.” “One of the defining features of the … Read More