A former Russian ambassador to Washington has claimed that President Biden is desperate to secure Brittney Griner’s release to get a boost in next month’s midterm elections — but the WNBA star’s plight is not a priority for the Kremlin. For the full article, click...
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US buys $290 million in anti-radiation drugs amid Putin’s nuke threats
The Biden administration bought $290 million of anti-radiation drugs this week as the president warned of “the prospect of Armageddon” being sparked by warmongering Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Putin signs laws annexing 4 Ukrainian regions
KYIV, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed laws absorbing four Ukrainian regions into Russia, a move that finalizes the annexation carried out in defiance of international law. For the full article, click here.
Joe Biden Accuses Vladimir Putin of Lying About ‘Deliberate Act of Sabotage’ of Nord Stream Pipelines
President Joe Biden delivered remarks at the White House on Friday and accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of lying about the damage that incapacitated the Nord Stream gas pipelines. For the full article, click here.
Italian Ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi defends Putin invading Ukraine – Daily Mail
‘Country first’: Trump insists he wants Biden to ‘succeed incredibly’
Former President Donald Trump made a rare show of goodwill to longtime rival President Biden — insisting he is rooting for him to “succeed incredibly” for the good of the country. For the full article, click here.
Putin faces calls to resign from Russian city officials over Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin is facing calls to resign from deputies from 18 Russian municipalities over his handling of the war in Ukraine. For the full article, click here.
Putin draws jeers for tribute to Queen in letter to King Charles, will skip funeral
Russian President Vladimir Putin joined a chorus of world leaders who have been paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, calling her death an “irreparable loss.” For the full article, click here.
Biden to send $3 billion in aid to Ukraine as country marks 6 months at war
The Biden administration pledged an additional nearly $3 billion in military aid to Ukraine on Wednesday, as the country marked six months at war with Russia and held subdued Independence Day celebrations that were punctuated by the sound of air raids in the capital,...
Russia says ‘no agreements’ yet on swap for Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan
Russia said Thursday that no deal has been reached on any prisoner exchange with the US a day after reports emerged that Washington had proposed sending back notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout to secure the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former Marine Paul...