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Duma Formally Approves Annexation of Ukrainian Regions; Lavrov Says Russia Defending 'Language, Culture and Borders'

The annexation of Donetsk, Lugansk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia is hotly contested by Ukraine and the West, which have termed it illegal.

Oct 3, 2022

By Jacob J

Brazil Election Results: Surprise Surge for Bolsonaro as Left's Lula Fails to Post First Round Win

With nearly all votes counted, Left's Lula da Silva secured nearly 48 percent of the votes while President Bolsonaro received close to 44 percent. The runoff election will be held on October 30.

Oct 3, 2022

By Jacob J

Jewish Journalist Fired by The Hill After Defending Rep. Tlaib's 'Apartheid Israel' Claim

Katie Halper, who co-hosted "Rising" on The Hill's digital news channel, Hill TV, said she was "fired and censored" over her comments defending Rep. Rashida Tlaib's "apartheid Israel" claim.

Oct 1, 2022

By Manthan C.

India, China and Brazil Abstain From UN Vote Against Russian Annexation of Ukraine Regions

Russia confirms at the UN that it will not keep dialogue open in the case of the occupied Ukraine regions joining the Russian Federation.

Oct 1, 2022

By Jacob J

US to Set Up Special Military Command in Germany to Coordinate Nato's War Efforts in Ukraine - Report

On Wednesday, the Biden administration approved $1.1 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine. This is the 22nd installment of the US aid package for Ukraine.

Sep 30, 2022

By Jacob J

China-Argentina strategic comprehensive partnership

China, Argentina pledge to promote community with shared future

China and Argentina established diplomatic ties in March 1972. Under the principles of the non-aligned movement, the two countries made significant progress in their pursuit of a cooperative agenda.

Sep 29, 2022

By IBT Desk

Marjorie Taylor Greene's Husband Perry Greene Files for Divorce Amid GoP Congresswoman's Re-Election Race

The divorce filed by husband Perry Greene comes at a time when Marjorie Taylor Greene is busy campaigning for the November re-election.

Sep 29, 2022

By Nandika Vinal Chand

China Flies J-20 Stealth Fighter Jets in Contested Territorial Waters of East China Sea, South China Sea, and Taiwan Strait

By deploying J-20 aircraft in contested regions of East and South China Seas, Beijing indicates its confidence in the full capabilities of the jet.

Sep 28, 2022

By Nandika Vinal Chand

Nordstream Pipeline Suffers Gas Leaks in Baltic Sea, Sabotage Suspected as Explosions Heard Before Leaks

The Nord Stream natural gas pipeline that connects Russia and Germany suffered leaks on Monday, causing gas bubbles to froth on the surface of the Baltic Sea.

Sep 28, 2022

By Manthan C.

Russia Declares Victory in Ukraine Referendums; Annexation Process EXPLAINED

The regions where the voting took place have around four million people. The area covered by the referendums makes up nearly 15 percent of Ukraine's territory.

Sep 28, 2022

By Jacob J

Xi Jinping Makes Public Appearance, Debunking China Military Coup Rumors

The China strongman's absence from public view, albeit for a short duration, gave rise to intense speculation about drastic political changes in Beijing.

Sep 28, 2022

By Jacob J

Russia's Medvedev Dares Western Leaders to Die in a 'Nuclear Apocalypse'; Repeats Threat Against Ukraine

Medvedev's comments came after the US officially said the nuclear threat made by Russia did not seem material enough.

Sep 27, 2022

By Jacob J

Giorgia Meloni Set to Become Italian Prime Minister as Right-Wing Coalition Wins Parliamentary Elections

The Brothers of Italy campaigned in coalition with two allies, the League party and centre-right Forza Italia party.

Sep 27, 2022

By IANS

Who is Jennifer Zeng? Social Media Abuzz With Speculation after Activist and Falun Gong Follower Tweets About Xi Jinping's House Arrest

Jennifer Zeng, a follower of the banned religious group Falun Gong in China, set the internet abuzz by suggesting the Chinese President Xi Jinping was under house arrest.

Sep 26, 2022

By Nandika Vinal Chand

China Coup? Or, Is Xi Jinping On The Cusp of Grabbing Absolute Powers as Chairman of the Republic?

Official news flow from China appears normal. Xinhua reports that all delegates to the upcoming 20th CCP National Congress have been elected.

Sep 25, 2022

By Jacob J

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