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Belarusian Ground Forces units enter northern Chernihiv Oblast, according to a senior Ukrainian territorial defence forces official.

Belarusian Ground Forces units enter northern Chernihiv Oblast, according to a senior Ukrainian territorial defence forces official. However, the Ukrainian presidential office says that there is no evidence that this has happened. Belarus previously said that it would not send its armed forces to Ukraine. (Ukrayinska Pravda) (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 1, 2022

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Belarusian involvement in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Belarusian Ground Forces units enter northern Chernihiv Oblast, according to a senior Ukrainian t

Belarusian involvement in the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Belarusian Ground Forces units enter northern Chernihiv Oblast, according to a senior Ukrainian territorial defence forces official. However, the Ukrainian presidential office says that there is no evidence that this has happened. Belarus previously said that it would not send its armed forces to Ukraine. (Ukrayinska Pravda) (Rzeczpospolita)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 1, 2022

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Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Parliament Buildings in Wellington.

Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Parliament Buildings in Wellington. A fire breaks out, destroying a children's playground. Several police officers are injured and 38 protesters are arrested. (The Guardian) (Stuff)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2022

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COVID-19 anti-lockdown protests in New Zealand Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Parliament Buildings in Wellington.

COVID-19 anti-lockdown protests in New Zealand Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Parliament Buildings in Wellington. A fire breaks out, destroying a children's playground. Several police officers are injured and 38 protesters are arrested. (The Guardian) (Stuff)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2022

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Protests against responses to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 anti-lockdown protests in New Zealand Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Pa

Protests against responses to the COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 anti-lockdown protests in New Zealand Anti-lockdown rioters clash with police at the New Zealand Parliament Buildings in Wellington. A fire breaks out, destroying a children's playground. Several police officers are injured and 38 protesters are arrested. (The Guardian) (Stuff)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 2, 2022

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Internet censorship in Russia Russia blocks access to the websites of foreign government-sponsored corporations BBC News, Voice of America, Deutsche Welle and R

Internet censorship in Russia Russia blocks access to the websites of foreign government-sponsored corporations BBC News, Voice of America, Deutsche Welle and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty for spreading so-called "false information" about the "special military operation" in Ukraine. Russia also blocks access to Facebook and Twitter for the same reason. (Reuters) (Politico) (Meduza)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 4, 2022

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Russia blocks access to the websites of foreign government-sponsored corporations BBC News, Voice of America, Deutsche Welle and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Russia blocks access to the websites of foreign government-sponsored corporations BBC News, Voice of America, Deutsche Welle and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty for spreading so-called "false information" about the "special military operation" in Ukraine. Russia also blocks access to Facebook and Twitter for the same reason. (Reuters) (Politico) (Meduza)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 4, 2022

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International sanctions during the Russo-Ukrainian War A Russian government directive is published ordering moving all government institutions and Internet serv

International sanctions during the Russo-Ukrainian War A Russian government directive is published ordering moving all government institutions and Internet service providers servicing them to switch to Russian DNS servers and (whenever possible and applicable) to the .ru domain zone as well as substitute all foreign-hosted Javascript code with equivalent code hosted onshore by March 11. Russian authorities, however, do not plan to cut off from the global Internet network themselves. (The Register) (Kommersant)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 6, 2022

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A Russian government directive is published ordering moving all government institutions and Internet service providers servicing them to switch to Russian DNS s

A Russian government directive is published ordering moving all government institutions and Internet service providers servicing them to switch to Russian DNS servers and (whenever possible and applicable) to the .ru domain zone as well as substitute all foreign-hosted Javascript code with equivalent code hosted onshore by March 11. Russian authorities, however, do not plan to cut off from the global Internet network themselves. (The Register) (Kommersant)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 6, 2022

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Insurgency in the Maghreb The Nigerien government confirms reports that five soldiers were killed on Friday by an improvised explosive device bombing in Torodi,

Insurgency in the Maghreb The Nigerien government confirms reports that five soldiers were killed on Friday by an improvised explosive device bombing in Torodi, Tillabéri Region. (TRT World)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 6, 2022

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The Nigerien government confirms reports that five soldiers were killed on Friday by an improvised explosive device bombing in Torodi, Tillabéri Region.

The Nigerien government confirms reports that five soldiers were killed on Friday by an improvised explosive device bombing in Torodi, Tillabéri Region. (TRT World)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 6, 2022

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Belarus launched a widespread phishing attack against Polish and Ukrainian government and military officials.

Belarus launched a widespread phishing attack against Polish and Ukrainian government and military officials. The attack has since been contained. (The Washington Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 7, 2022

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Lynching in the United States The United States Senate votes unanimously to pass the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, a bill that would make lynching a federal cri

Lynching in the United States The United States Senate votes unanimously to pass the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, a bill that would make lynching a federal crime in the United States. The bill will head to President Joe Biden for his signature. (NPR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 7, 2022

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The United States Senate votes unanimously to pass the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, a bill that would make lynching a federal crime in the United States.

The United States Senate votes unanimously to pass the Emmett Till Antilynching Act, a bill that would make lynching a federal crime in the United States. The bill will head to President Joe Biden for his signature. (NPR)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 7, 2022

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An Islamic State – Khorasan Province militant blows himself up in the city of Sibi, Balochistan, Pakistan.

An Islamic State – Khorasan Province militant blows himself up in the city of Sibi, Balochistan, Pakistan. The attack kills five people and injures thirty. It may have been an assassination attempt on President Arif Alvi. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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Terrorism in Pakistan An Islamic State – Khorasan Province militant blows himself up in the city of Sibi, Balochistan, Pakistan.

Terrorism in Pakistan An Islamic State – Khorasan Province militant blows himself up in the city of Sibi, Balochistan, Pakistan. The attack kills five people and injures thirty. It may have been an assassination attempt on President Arif Alvi. (Voice of America)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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Aftermath of the 2021 United States Capitol attack Criminal charges in the 2021 United States Capitol attack Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on con

Aftermath of the 2021 United States Capitol attack Criminal charges in the 2021 United States Capitol attack Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on conspiracy charges of obstructing the U.S. Congress during the January 6 attack at the United States Capitol. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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Criminal charges in the 2021 United States Capitol attack Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on conspiracy charges of obstructing the U.S.

Criminal charges in the 2021 United States Capitol attack Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on conspiracy charges of obstructing the U.S. Congress during the January 6 attack at the United States Capitol. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on conspiracy charges of obstructing the U.S.

Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio is indicted on conspiracy charges of obstructing the U.S. Congress during the January 6 attack at the United States Capitol. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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United States–Venezuela relations U.S.

United States–Venezuela relations U.S. President Joe Biden announces that Venezuela has freed two Americans, Gustavo Cardenas and Jorge Fernandez, after being detained in the country. (Politico)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 8, 2022

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2022 South Korean presidential election Preliminary results of the presidential election show a narrow victory for the conservative candidate Yoon Suk-yeol.

2022 South Korean presidential election Preliminary results of the presidential election show a narrow victory for the conservative candidate Yoon Suk-yeol. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2022

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Preliminary results of the presidential election show a narrow victory for the conservative candidate Yoon Suk-yeol.

Preliminary results of the presidential election show a narrow victory for the conservative candidate Yoon Suk-yeol. (The New York Times)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2022

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Poland–United States relations The Pentagon rejects an offer from Poland's foreign ministry to "deploy – immediately and free of charge – all their MIG-29 jets"

Poland–United States relations The Pentagon rejects an offer from Poland's foreign ministry to "deploy – immediately and free of charge – all their MIG-29 jets" to the Ramstein Air Base and place them at the disposal of the Government of the United States of America" for transfer to the Ukrainian Air Force. (Reuters) (Reuters 2)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2022

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The Pentagon rejects an offer from Poland's foreign ministry to "deploy – immediately and free of charge – all their MIG-29 jets" to the Ramstein Air Base and p

The Pentagon rejects an offer from Poland's foreign ministry to "deploy – immediately and free of charge – all their MIG-29 jets" to the Ramstein Air Base and place them at the disposal of the Government of the United States of America" for transfer to the Ukrainian Air Force. (Reuters) (Reuters 2)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 9, 2022

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2022 South Korean presidential election Conservative opposition leader Yoon Suk-yeol is confirmed as the winner of yesterday's presidential election with 48.59%

2022 South Korean presidential election Conservative opposition leader Yoon Suk-yeol is confirmed as the winner of yesterday's presidential election with 48.59% of the vote. He will take office as President of South Korea on May 10. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2022

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2024 United States presidential election Former Montana Secretary of State and State Senator Corey Stapleton announces that he will form a "test the waters" pol

2024 United States presidential election Former Montana Secretary of State and State Senator Corey Stapleton announces that he will form a "test the waters" political action committee in preparation to seek the nomination for the Republican Party for the upcoming 2024 election. (Great Falls Tribune)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2022

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Conservative opposition leader Yoon Suk-yeol is confirmed as the winner of yesterday's presidential election with 48.59% of the vote.

Conservative opposition leader Yoon Suk-yeol is confirmed as the winner of yesterday's presidential election with 48.59% of the vote. He will take office as President of South Korea on May 10. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2022

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Qatar–United States relations, Colombia–United States relations U.S.

Qatar–United States relations, Colombia–United States relations U.S. President Joe Biden designates Qatar as a Major non-NATO ally and announces his intention to designate Colombia with the same status. (The Jerusalem Post)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 10, 2022

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Igor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, says that President Zelenskyy is "ready to talk to President Putin anytime he is ready".

Igor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, says that President Zelenskyy is "ready to talk to President Putin anytime he is ready". (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2022

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Russia–Ukraine relations Kremlin Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov says that Russian president Vladimir Putin is open to holding a meeting with Ukrainian president

Russia–Ukraine relations Kremlin Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov says that Russian president Vladimir Putin is open to holding a meeting with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy. (Ukraine News Today) Igor Zhovkva, deputy head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, says that President Zelenskyy is "ready to talk to President Putin anytime he is ready". (CNN)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2022

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Stock prices increase in the United States and other global markets after Russian president Vladimir Putin said that there was progress during talks with Ukrain

Stock prices increase in the United States and other global markets after Russian president Vladimir Putin said that there was progress during talks with Ukraine. Following Putin's reports, the DOW increased by 300 points. (Nasdaq) (Reuters) (MarketWatch)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Mar 11, 2022

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The Transitional Military Council of Chad meets with 44 different armed rebel and opposition groups, including the Front for Change and Concord in Chad, Movemen

The Transitional Military Council of Chad meets with 44 different armed rebel and opposition groups, including the Front for Change and Concord in Chad, Movement for Democracy and Justice in Chad, and the Union of Forces for Democracy and Development in Doha, Qatar for peace talks. The President of Chad, Mahamat Déby, hopes that the talks will be the first step towards agreeing on a new constitution and holding free elections. (ABC News) (France 24)