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— Ukraine and US officials initiate talks to end Moscow’s war The discussions come shortly after Russian air defenses intercepted over 300 Ukrainian drones in a single day
RUSSIAN GENERAL’S Shocking Death: Bombing in Moscow Sparks Global Outcry
— A senior Russian general, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, died in a scooter bombing outside his Moscow apartment on Tuesday. The attack also took the life of his assistant as they left for work. Ukrainian officials claimed responsibility, linking it to criminal charges filed against him just a day before.
Kirillov, 54, led Russia’s Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defense Forces and faced international sanctions for his role in the Ukraine conflict. Ukraine’s Security Service accused him of using banned chemical weapons and called him a “war criminal.” An anonymous official confirmed their involvement in the attack, labeling Kirillov an "entirely legitimate target.
The SBU has documented over 4,800 instances of Russia allegedly using chemical weapons since its invasion began in February 2022. In May, the U.S. State Department reported that Russia used chloropicrin gas against Ukrainian forces. Despite these allegations, Russia denies employing chemical weapons and accuses Ukraine of deploying toxic agents instead.
— Assad Granted Asylum in Russia Deposed Syrian president Bashar al Assad and his family have reportedly arrived in Moscow, securing asylum following his ousting
— Russian Interference Allegations in UK Election Raise Alarm UK Minister Oliver Dowden expresses grave concern over Russian involvement in election, citing use of Facebook to boost Nigel Farage as a typical tactic from Moscow
— ‘Moscow Gunmen Advocate Ruthless Slaughter in Massacre Video’ Islamic State militants in Moscow concert hall massacre video urge each other to show no mercy, resulting in over 130 deaths
— **Putin Reacts to Moscow Tragedy: 143 Dead in Concert Hall Shooting** Russian President Putin responds to the tragic incident in Krasnogorsk where 143 individuals lost their lives during a shooting at a concert hall
PUTIN’S Dark Turn: From Authoritarian to Totalitarian — The Shocking Evolution of Russia
— In the wake of opposition leader Boris Nemtsov’s assassination in February 2015, shock and anger rippled through over 50,000 Muscovites. Yet, when well-known opposition figure Alexei Navalny died behind bars in February 2024, those mourning his loss faced riot police and arrests. This change signals a chilling transformation in Vladimir Putin’s Russia — from merely tolerating dissent to brutally crushing it.
Since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, arrests, trials and long prison sentences have become the norm. The Kremlin now targets not just political rivals but also human rights organizations, independent media outlets, civil society groups and LGBTQ+ activists. Oleg Orlov, co-chair of Memorial — a Russian human rights organization — has branded Russia as a “totalitarian state”.
Orlov himself was arrested and sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison for criticizing the military’s actions in Ukraine just one month after his damning statement. According to Memorial’s estimates, there are nearly 680 political prisoners currently held captive in Russia.
Another organization called OVD-Info reported that as of November there were over a thousand
Wagner Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin CONFIRMED Dead With DNA Results
— According to results from genetic tests on the ten bodies found at the scene, Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin was confirmed dead by Russia’s Investigative Committee after a plane crash near Moscow.
Putin Demands Loyalty OATH from Wagner Mercenaries
— President Vladimir Putin mandated an allegiance oath to the Russian state from all employees of Wagner and other Russian private military contractors involved in Ukraine. The immediate decree followed an incident where Wagner leaders were presumably killed in a plane crash.
Putin ‘Mourns’ Loss of Wagner Chief Prigozhin After Plane CRASH
— Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences to the family of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, who led a mutiny against Putin in June and is now presumed dead in a plane crash north of Moscow. Acknowledging Prigozhin’s talent, Putin noted their relationship dating back to the 1990s. This crash tragically claimed the lives of all ten passengers on board.
Russia ACCUSES Ukraine of Mirroring 9/11 Tactics in Repeated Moscow Attacks
— Russia has sharply accused Ukraine of using terrorist methods akin to the 9/11 Twin Tower attacks after an alleged drone strike on a Moscow building for the second time in three days. Over the weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that the war was “gradually coming back to Russian territory” but didn’t claim responsibility for the attacks.
Putin OPEN to Peace Talks on Ukraine Amid Drone Attack on Moscow
— Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated a willingness to consider peace talks regarding the Ukraine crisis. After meeting with African leaders in St Petersburg, Putin suggested that African and Chinese initiatives might help guide the peace process. However, he also stated that a ceasefire would not be possible while the Ukrainian army remained aggressive.
UK REBUTS Russia’s Claim of Summoning British Diplomat Amid Rising Tensions
— Contrary to Russia’s Foreign Ministry statement, the UK asserts its interim charge d’affaires in Moscow, Tom Dodd, was not summoned. The UK’s Foreign Office classifies the meeting as a planned event, held at their behest, adhering to standard diplomatic practice.
Russia ACCUSES Ukraine of Drone Attack on Crimea Bridge
— Russia’s Anti-Terrorist Committee alleges that Ukrainian drones on the water surface led to the reported explosions on the bridge connecting Crimea with Russia. The Committee attributed the attack to Ukrainian “special services” and announced the initiation of a criminal investigation.
Despite these claims, Ukraine denies responsibility, hinting at potential Russian provocation.
NATO Pledges Pathway for Ukraine but Timing Still UNCLEAR
— NATO has stated that Ukraine can join the alliance “when allies agree and conditions are met.” President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed frustration over the absence of a concrete timeframe for his country’s entry, suggesting it might become a bargaining chip in negotiations with Russia.
Allies OUTRAGED at Biden’s Controversial Decision to Supply CLUSTER Bombs to Ukraine
— The US’s decision to supply Ukraine with cluster bombs has caused international unrest. On Friday, President Joe Biden acknowledged it as a “very difficult decision.” Allies such as the UK, Canada, and Spain have voiced opposition to the weapons’ use. Over 100 countries condemn cluster bombs due to the indiscriminate harm they can cause to civilians, even years after a conflict ends.
Wagner Group Boss is in RUSSIA, Belarus Leader Lukashenko Says
— Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the Wagner Group and recently involved in a brief rebellion in Russia, is reportedly in St. Petersburg, Russia, not Belarus. This update comes from Belarus’s leader, Alexander Lukashenko.
Wagner Leader REVERSES Course and Halts Advance on Moscow
— Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of Wagner Group, has called off his troops’ advance towards Moscow. After talks with Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko, Prigozhin said his fighters would return to camps in Ukraine, avoiding “spilling Russian blood.” This reversal came hours after he had incited rebellion against the Russian army.
South African President Faces Pressure to ARREST Putin Amidst ICC Arrest Warrant
— South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is under pressure to “arrest” Russian leader Vladimir Putin if he attends the upcoming BRICS summit in Johannesburg. Digital billboards saying “arrest Putin,” sponsored by global campaign organization Avaaz, have been seen along the South African highway in Centurion.
Ukraine DENIES Attacking Moscow or Putin With DRONE
— Ukraine’s President Zelensky denies involvement in an alleged drone attack on the Kremlin, which Russia claims was an assassination attempt on President Putin. Russia reports that two drones were downed and threatens to retaliate when necessary.
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Coincidence? Wagner Chief Prigozhin Presumed DEAD After Plane Crash
— Several clips have emerged on social media platforms. One particularly harrowing video showcases a plane resembling a private jet spiraling downwards. Another graphic clip displays the flaming remains of the crash, with at least one body discernible.
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