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Apr
27
War / Conflict / Security

In a statement, Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova says that "Russia can strike military targets on the territory of those NATO countries tha

In a statement, Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova says that "Russia can strike military targets on the territory of those NATO countries that supply arms to the Kiev regime" and "As far as I understand, Britain is one of those countries." (Mirror) (iNews)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 27, 2022
Apr
27
Economy / Jobs / Business

Russia in the European energy sector 2022 Russia–European Union gas dispute Gazprom announces that it has "completely suspended gas supplies" to the gas compani

Russia in the European energy sector 2022 Russia–European Union gas dispute Gazprom announces that it has "completely suspended gas supplies" to the gas companies of Poland and Bulgaria "due to [the] absence of payments in roubles". Bulgaria, Poland, and the European Union condemn the suspension. (Reuters) (Reuters) The suspension of gas to Poland and Bulgaria causes natural gas prices to increase and also causes the Russian ruble to reach a 2 year high against the Euro in Moscow trade. (Reuters) (Reuters) (Natural Gas Intelligence)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 27, 2022
Apr
27
War / Conflict / Security

Russia says that its air defences have shot down a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle over the Kursk Oblast, while several explosions and a fire at an ammunition

Russia says that its air defences have shot down a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle over the Kursk Oblast, while several explosions and a fire at an ammunition depot are reported in Belgorod Oblast. Ukraine describes the explosions in Russia as "payback" and "karma" for Moscow's invasion. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 27, 2022
Apr
27
Politics / Government

Russia–United Kingdom relations Russia imposes sanctions on 287 members of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom in response to sanctions on members of its

Russia–United Kingdom relations Russia imposes sanctions on 287 members of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom in response to sanctions on members of its State Duma. Senior cabinet ministers and House Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle are among those sanctioned. (BBC News)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 27, 2022
Apr
27
Health / Disasters

The World Meteorological Organization announces that Hurricane Ida will be retired from the list of Atlantic hurricane names after causing $75 billion in damage

The World Meteorological Organization announces that Hurricane Ida will be retired from the list of Atlantic hurricane names after causing $75 billion in damage in the U.S. and killing 55 people in Louisiana, making Ida the 12th hurricane beginning with the letter I to do so. Ida will be replaced by Imani for the 2027 season. (AP) (WeatherNation TV)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 27, 2022
Apr
28
War / Conflict / Security

Syrian civil war Abu Khashab shooting Seven people are killed and four more are injured inside the home of a former Syrian Democratic Forces official in Abu Kha

Syrian civil war Abu Khashab shooting Seven people are killed and four more are injured inside the home of a former Syrian Democratic Forces official in Abu Khashab, Deir ez-Zor Governorate, during the Ramadan iftar. The Islamic State is suspected to be behind the attack. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2022
Apr
28
War / Conflict / Security

Abu Khashab shooting Seven people are killed and four more are injured inside the home of a former Syrian Democratic Forces official in Abu Khashab, Deir ez-Zor

Abu Khashab shooting Seven people are killed and four more are injured inside the home of a former Syrian Democratic Forces official in Abu Khashab, Deir ez-Zor Governorate, during the Ramadan iftar. The Islamic State is suspected to be behind the attack. (AP)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2022
Apr
28
War / Conflict / Security

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Two major explosions hit Kyiv after Russia conducts missile strikes during a high-level visit to the city b

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Two major explosions hit Kyiv after Russia conducts missile strikes during a high-level visit to the city by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. At least ten civilians are injured and a Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist is killed. (Reuters) (VOA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2022
Apr
28
War / Conflict / Security

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Two major explosions hit Kyiv after Russia conducts missile strikes during a high-level visit to the city by UN Secretary-Gener

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Two major explosions hit Kyiv after Russia conducts missile strikes during a high-level visit to the city by UN Secretary-General António Guterres. At least ten civilians are injured and a Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist is killed. (Reuters) (VOA)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 28, 2022
Apr
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Russia The number of COVID-19-related deaths in Russia surpasses 800,000.

COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Russia The number of COVID-19-related deaths in Russia surpasses 800,000. (Reuters) COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea The South Korean government announces that it will lift outdoor mask mandate from May 2 due to decrease of the number of COVID-19 cases, despite criticism from the incoming Yoon Suk-yeol administration regarding the mandate. (France 24) COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan reports a record for the second consecutive day of 11,517 new COVID-19 cases. (Focus Taiwan)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2022
Apr
29
Politics / Government

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea The South Korean government announces that it will lift outdoor mask mandate from May 2 due to decrease of the number of COVID-

COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea The South Korean government announces that it will lift outdoor mask mandate from May 2 due to decrease of the number of COVID-19 cases, despite criticism from the incoming Yoon Suk-yeol administration regarding the mandate. (France 24)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 29, 2022
Apr
30
Immigration / Law / Policy

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk Oblast Roman Starovo

2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk Oblast Roman Starovoyt says that shells have been launched at a border checkpoint from the direction of Ukraine. (Reuters) Around 20 civilians have left the steel plant, a deputy commander of the Azov Battalion says. (The Times of Israel) Peace negotiations in the Russo-Ukrainian war Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says that sanctions must be lifted as part of the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2022
Apr
30
Immigration / Law / Policy

Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk Oblast Roman Starovoyt says that shells have been lau

Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk Oblast Roman Starovoyt says that shells have been launched at a border checkpoint from the direction of Ukraine. (Reuters) Around 20 civilians have left the steel plant, a deputy commander of the Azov Battalion says. (The Times of Israel)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2022
Apr
30
Immigration / Law / Policy

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk

Russo-Ukrainian War 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine Attacks in Russia during the Russo-Ukrainian War April 2022 Belgorod and Bryansk attacks Governor of Kursk Oblast Roman Starovoyt says that shells have been launched at a border checkpoint from the direction of Ukraine. (Reuters) Around 20 civilians have left the steel plant, a deputy commander of the Azov Battalion says. (The Times of Israel) Peace negotiations in the Russo-Ukrainian war Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says that sanctions must be lifted as part of the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. (Reuters)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2022
Apr
30
Technology / Science

COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China It is announced that Beijing residents must show proof of a negative COVID-19 te

COVID-19 pandemic COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China It is announced that Beijing residents must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test in order to enter public spaces as part of a major tightening of restrictions in the Chinese capital. (BBC News) COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan reports a record for the third consecutive day of 15,419 new COVID-19 cases. (Focus Taiwan)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2022
Apr
30
Technology / Science

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China It is announced that Beijing residents must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test in order to ent

COVID-19 pandemic in Asia COVID-19 pandemic in mainland China It is announced that Beijing residents must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test in order to enter public spaces as part of a major tightening of restrictions in the Chinese capital. (BBC News) COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan Taiwan reports a record for the third consecutive day of 15,419 new COVID-19 cases. (Focus Taiwan)

Source: Wikipedia Current Events | Apr 30, 2022
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