KYIV, Ukraine—Russia enacted a major security clampdown before Tuesday’s annual commemorations marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, curbing the use of drones and ride-sharing services in its largest cities—even jet skis on the canals of St. Petersburg—amid its 14-month war with Ukraine. At least 21 Russian cities canceled May 9 military…
IN-DEPTH: In Run-Up to Key Turkish Elections, Relations With Moscow Take Center Stage
May 8, 2023
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Under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Islamist-leaning Justice and Development Party (AKP), NATO member Turkey has walked a fine line between the West and Vladimir Putin’s Russia. But this may change after May 14, when Turkey will hold crucial elections that could spell the end for the party’s two-decade-long stint at the helm. According…
Ukraine and Allies Must Avoid Pyrrhic Victories
Commentary The Western press is highly excited about the prospects of a counteroffensive against Russian forces occupying Ukraine. “Ukraine faces a ticking clock,” blared a New York Times headline. “It is now battered Ukraine’s turn for an offensive,” cheered the Financial Times. “The coming battle should aim to persuade Moscow of the futility of its…
Car Bomb Wounds Pro-War Russian Writer and Kills His Driver
A prominent Russian nationalist writer, Zakhar Prilepin, was wounded in a car bombing that killed his driver on Saturday and investigators said a detained suspect admitted acting on behalf of Ukraine. The attack took place three days after the Kremlin said Ukraine attempted to hit the Kremlin with drones—Ukraine denied it had anything to do…
CSIS Report Says China Committing Espionage Against Canadian Institutions, Defence Contractors
May 4, 2023
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The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) 2022 report stated that the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is continuing to engage in espionage against Canadian academic institutions, defence contractors, and civil society organizations. “As a global leader in research and innovation, Canada is a prime target for the PRC’s intangible technology transfer efforts. China targets research through…
White House Reacts to Russia Claiming US Was Behind Attack Targeting Putin
White House national security spokesman John Kirby rejected accusations from a top Russian official who claimed on Thursday that the United States was behind a reported drone attack targeting the Kremlin residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov made the allegation in a briefing to reporters, claiming without providing any evidence that…
US Announces Another $300 Million Military Aid Package for Ukraine
The United States is sending another $300 million to Ukraine to help the embattled nation meet its “critical security and defense needs” amid Russia’s ongoing invasion, the Department of Defense (DOD) announced on May 3. The additional military aid includes ammunition for U.S.-provided High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS), which will grant enhanced capabilities to Ukrainian soldiers, 155 mm Howitzers…
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro Home Raided, Phone Taken
May 3, 2023
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Two days after another major bank collapse, the Federal Reserve hikes interest rates once again. Senators from both parties will vote on overturning a Biden administration rule on importing solar panels that are made in China—often with forced labor. We hear from Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), who’s leading the effort. A business leader joins us…
Blinken Expresses Skepticism of Russia’s Claim of Ukraine Drone Attack on Kremlin
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on May 3 that Russia’s accusation that Ukraine tried to assassinate Russian President Vladimir Putin by trying to strike the Kremlin should be taken “with a very large shaker of salt.” In a conversation with The Washington Post’s David Ignatius, Blinken said he has “seen the reports,” but “can’t…
UK Parliamentary Committee Warned of Dangers of the ‘Chinese Agenda’ in the Arctic
May 3, 2023
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A parliamentary committee in London has heard of a growing interest in the Arctic by the Chinese regime and the danger posed in the region by its strategic alliance with Russia. On Wednesday the House of Lords’ international relations and defence committee heard from three experts about the threat in the Arctic Circle posed by…
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