WorldAccording to the Financial Times, Donald Trump has secretly urged Ukraine to carry out attacks against the major Russian cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg.
Russia
North Korea declares “full support” for Russia
WorldRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Kim Jong-Un on Saturday.
Ukraine reports record civilian casualties in June
WorldAt least 232 civilians were killed and 1,343 injured during the month primarily as a result of Russian missile attacks, according to a new UN report that testifies to an escalation.
Russia now allows foreigners in the military
WorldThis shall remain in effect until the state of war in the country ends.
Slovakia urges West to engage in dialogue with Russia
World"We do not want a war between Russia and NATO to break out, because that would be the Third World War", emphasizes Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar.
Majority of Ukrainians want peace through compromise
WorldOnly a fifth of the population advocates continuing the war to reclaim previously lost territories.
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Peace activist urges NATO–Russia cooperation over toxic munitions on Baltic Sea floor
EnvironmentAccording to German peace researcher Bernhard Trautvetter, the parties must set aside their conflict to "pull this time bomb out of the world".
Russia ends cooperation with Sweden on nuclear accident response
WorldThe agreement was established after the 1986 Chernobyl disaster to ensure faster information exchange in the event of future nuclear accidents.
Matrix 8 Pro with GrapheneOS delivers top-class security, privacy and performance
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A war without end – financed by you
AnalysisSwedish taxpayers are forced to fund an endless war in Ukraine – while war profiteers line their pockets.
Russia: Kiev and London planning false flag attacks
WorldStaged “Russian” attacks on American ships are being pointed to as one of several options for sabotaging the peace talks.
Trump: G7 could become G9 with Russia and China
World"They threw Russia out, which I claimed was a big mistake. I think you wouldn't have a war right now if you had Russia in".
Trump: Zelensky gave Putin reason to bomb Ukraine to pieces
WorldAfter Ukraine attacked Russian nuclear bombers deep inside Russian territory, a strong response and escalation was expected, says the US President.
Large-scale Ukrainian attack on Russian air bases
WorldDuring the night of Sunday, at least five military airfields deep inside Russia were reportedly attacked.
Russia plans large buffer zone in Ukraine
WorldMeanwhile, the war is escalating - here's the latest on developments.
Lithuanian ex-president: “No need to fear Russia’s nuclear weapons”
WorldDalia Grybauskaité claims that Russian nuclear deterrence is an "obsolete doctrine" and states that "nuclear weapons will not scare anybody".
Putin: The entire Kursk region has been retaken
World"The enemy’s complete rout in the borderline Kursk Region creates conditions for further successful operations by our troops in other major frontline areas", declares the Russian President.
FUTO – the obvious choice for privacy-friendly voice and text input on mobile devices
TechDitch Google's input apps and keep what you type and speak private on your phone.
US envoy proposes territorial solution for Ukraine
WorldAccording to Reuters, the envoy Steve Witkoff emphasized that control over the territories is effectively Russian.
FIFA hopes to see Russia back on the pitch soon
Sport– That's what football is about - to unite, not divide, stresses President Gianni Infantino.
Vucic: World leaders talk to Putin in secret
WorldDespite Western pressure and attempts to completely isolate Moscow, several world leaders have reportedly chosen to secretly maintain contact with the Russian president.
“Ordinary Swedes” to predict the future of war for Ukraine
SwedenThe government's new weapon against Russia - guesses from "understimulated retirees and breastfeeding mothers".
US base in Germany helped Ukraine attack Russian targets
WorldNew information from the New York Times further confirms the deep military cooperation between the Western bloc and Ukraine.
Putin proposes UN interim administration of Ukraine
WorldThe aim would be to enable elections in the country.
EU rejects Russian ceasefire proposal in the Black Sea
WorldRejects demands for relief against Russia's agricultural bank, Rosselkhozbank.
Russian goods gain popularity in China
Economy“The best seller is Russian honey, it's a big hit", says a shop assistant in Beijing.
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TechTired of Google Maps tracking you? Here's the free alternative that lets you navigate completely offline!
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