Category: Conflicts

Trump Ends Ukraine Aid: No More U.S. Funding for Zelenskyy’s War
Conflicts, Europe, Humanity, News, Politics, Rights and Justice, Russia, The U.S., Ukraine, World

Trump Ends Ukraine Aid: No More U.S. Funding for Zelenskyy’s War

In a pivotal shift in U.S. foreign policy, President Trump, during his address to Congress, announced the suspension of military aid to Ukraine, emphasizing an “America First” approach. This decision was underscored by CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s confirmation that the U.S. has halted intelligence sharing with Ukraine, citing the need for progress in peace negotiations with Russia. These developments mark a significant turning point in America’s involvement in the Eastern European conflict. Continue reading Trump Ends Ukraine Aid: No More U.S. Funding for Zelenskyy’s War

Comparisons to WWII: Russian Critique of Ukrainian Statements and Actions in Crimea
Conflicts, Donbass, Europe, Geopolitics, News, Politics, Rights and Justice, Russia, Sputnik, Ukraine, World

Comparisons to WWII: Russian Critique of Ukrainian Statements and Actions in Crimea

On SputnikGlobe: Maria Zakharova of the Russian Foreign Ministry responded to Mykhailo Podolyak’s statement on Crimea by equating it with the attitude of the Nazis during WWII. She further drew a parallel between ideology and modern methods along with US-made weapons. Donetsk official Igor Kimakovsky produces a link with Sunday’s cluster bomb attack at Sevastopol beach, killing four people and injuring 153 more, about past Ukrainian attacks against civilians that, like during the 2014 shelling in Zugres. He stressed that innocents have turned into the target time and again with U.S.-made ATACMS missiles. Continue reading Comparisons to WWII: Russian Critique of Ukrainian Statements and Actions in Crimea

Modeled on the USSR. What Baku and Yerevan are banking on
Conflicts, Geopolitics, News, Politics, RIA Novosti, World

Modeled on the USSR. What Baku and Yerevan are banking on

On RIA Novosti:
In Armenia, amid protests, leaders from Azerbaijan and Armenia initiated border talks, crucial for solving territorial disputes. Grounded in the 1991 Alma-Ata Declaration, these talks aim to uphold the inviolability of Soviet-era borders. Despite slow progress and disagreements over maps, preliminary agreements on border segments represent a step towards resolution, showcasing a constructive approach by both nations. Continue reading Modeled on the USSR. What Baku and Yerevan are banking on

Selective Outrage
Conflicts, Rights and Justice, The Middle East, World

Selective Outrage

In a night that shattered peace in Damascus, Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran’s embassy, claiming seven lives. This act, met with muted Western responses, contrasts sharply with the immediate, global outcry against Iran’s retaliation. This incident not only escalates regional tensions but also deepens the narrative of bias in global diplomacy, highlighting a double standard in the international community’s reaction to conflicts involving Iran. Continue reading Selective Outrage

Moscow Attack Warning: Questioning U.S. Involvement
Conflicts, Europe, Geopolitics, News, Politics, RT, Russia, The U.S., World

Moscow Attack Warning: Questioning U.S. Involvement

On RT:
A mass shooting at Crocus City Hall near Moscow left over 100 dead, including children, marking a severe terrorist attack. Eleven, including four terrorists, were detained by FSB, with plans to flee to Ukraine thwarted. The death toll has risen to 133, as per Russia’s Investigative Committee. President Putin vowed justice, highlighting a national effort to prevent further attacks. Details reveal the shooting was meticulously planned, with suspects caught near the Ukraine border. Continue reading Moscow Attack Warning: Questioning U.S. Involvement

Macron’s Risky Move:French Troops for Zelensky?
Conflicts, Europe, News, RT, Ukraine, World

Macron’s Risky Move:French Troops for Zelensky?

On RT:
In a stern warning against France’s potential military involvement in Ukraine, Russian Deputy Pyotr Tolstoy and President Putin highlight grave consequences, emphasizing the risks of escalating the conflict to a direct confrontation. Macron’s steadfast readiness to support Ukraine, despite NATO’s hesitance and the significant loss of French lives in the ongoing conflict, stirs a volatile mix of determination and dissent, underscoring the fraught path toward Western involvement in Eastern European tensions. Continue reading Macron’s Risky Move:French Troops for Zelensky?

German Military’s Crimea Bridge Strike Plan Exposed
Conflicts, Europe, News, Russia, Ukraine, World

German Military’s Crimea Bridge Strike Plan Exposed

The leaked conversations between German military officers, including a top Air Force commander, discussing potential aid to Kiev in attacking the Crimean Bridge, have been confirmed as genuine by a spokeswoman from the German Defense Ministry, as reported by state broadcaster ARD. RT Editor-in-Chief Margarita Simonyan first broke the story, receiving the information from Russian security officials. Initially, a Russian-language transcript was released, followed by the source audio file in German on social media. The 38-minute audio, dated February 19, featured a discussion among four officers of the German Air Force (Luftwaffe), led by Lieutenant General Ingo Gerhartz. They were deliberatin… Continue reading German Military’s Crimea Bridge Strike Plan Exposed

Collision and Crisis: HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor Incident Highlights Royal Navy’s Wider Struggles
Conflicts, Geopolitics, News, Politics, The Middle East, Western Influence, World

Collision and Crisis: HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor Incident Highlights Royal Navy’s Wider Struggles

On Mirro UK:
Royal Navy Warship HMS Chiddingfold Collides with HMS Bangor in Bahrain
A costly mishap occurred as the multi-million pound HMS Chiddingfold backed into HMS Bangor during mine-hunting duties in the Middle East. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but both vessels require examination. A navy investigation is underway. Both ships are part of Operation KIPION in the Gulf. Amid rising Iranian-backed threats, this incident raises concerns about maritime security. Continue reading Collision and Crisis: HMS Chiddingfold and HMS Bangor Incident Highlights Royal Navy’s Wider Struggles

RT’s Take: Concerns Over Gaza Tunnel Flooding
Conflicts, Geopolitics, History, Humanity, Israel, News, Politics, Rights and Justice, RT, The Middle East, World

RT’s Take: Concerns Over Gaza Tunnel Flooding

On RT:
In recent days, concerns have been raised about Israel potentially flooding the underground tunnels in Gaza with seawater. Russia’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Dmitry Polyansky, has strongly criticized this idea, stating that if implemented, it would be considered a clear war crime. Polyansky also emphasized that such flooding could have severe humanitarian and environmental consequences for Gaza. The situation in the region remains complex, with ongoing discussions and debates about the actions and policies involved. Continue reading RT’s Take: Concerns Over Gaza Tunnel Flooding