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BIDEN CANCER Shock, Trump TAX Fight, And Jail Break Stir Fear Across America
— President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. The White House claims he is still able to lead, but many Americans are worried about his health and whether he can handle the job. Republicans are demanding more honesty about Biden’s condition as doubts grow over his ability to serve.
At the same time, Republican lawmakers are working hard to bring back Donald Trump’s tax cuts. They met on Sunday in a rare session to push these reforms forward. Conservatives say lower taxes will help families and businesses by boosting the economy.
In New Orleans, seven dangerous inmates broke out of the Orleans Parish Justice Center using homemade tools. Only three have been caught so far. Police warn that the others are armed and could hurt people, raising big questions about jail safety.
Other major news includes Homeland Security asking for 20,000 National Guard troops for border enforcement and Trump promising to call Putin about peace talks in Ukraine — slamming Biden’s handling of the war. America also lost its AAA credit rating because of rising debt, while new abortion rulings in Florida and Georgia show how divided our country has become.
TRUMP And PUTIN Absence Sparks Chaos at Peace Talks
— Confusion broke out at the Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey after both President TRUMP and Russian leader Putin said they would not attend. The meeting, set for Thursday, was pushed to Friday as officials scrambled to figure out who would actually show up.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio voiced his doubts about any real progress without Trump or Putin in the room. He said, “It’s clear that only a direct meeting between President Trump and President Putin will move things forward.”
With neither Putin nor top Kremlin aides present, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and others waited in separate Turkish cities. Frustration grew as it became obvious that key leaders were missing from the table.
The push for peace started when Putin suggested direct talks with Ukraine last week. Zelenskyy agreed but stressed both nations’ leaders must be involved for any deal to work.
PUTIN’S Shocking Praise for Elon Musk Sparks Global Buzz
— Russian President Vladimir Putin surprised many by comparing Elon Musk to Soviet space legend Sergei Korolev. Speaking with university students, Putin said Musk “raves about Mars” and called him a rare figure who makes the impossible happen. He linked Musk’s bold dreams to Korolev’s historic achievements in space.
Putin admitted that reaching Mars seems far off today but believes ideas like Musk’s can come true over time. He reminded listeners that Korolev, once doubted, led the Soviets to major victories in space exploration after years of struggle under Stalin.
Sergei Korolev was kept secret during his life but became a hero after his death for launching the first satellite and human into orbit. Putin used this story to show how visionaries can shape history, even if people doubt them at first.
Kirill Dmitriev, head of Russia’s wealth fund, added that missions to Mars are “getting more real.” Dmitriev recently visited Washington D.C., meeting with Trump officials after U.S. sanctions were lifted for his trip — a sign of possible new talks between Russia and America.;
— Elon Musk sparks UK political uproar over grooming gangs inquiry The tech mogul has called for a national investigation, claiming government inaction poses a public safety threat, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer labels his comments as "lies and misinformation
— Assad Granted Asylum in Russia Deposed Syrian president Bashar al Assad and his family have reportedly arrived in Moscow, securing asylum following his ousting
— BRICS Poised to Lead Global Economic Growth, Says Putin Russian President Vladimir Putin asserts that the BRICS nations will be the primary drivers of economic expansion, overshadowing Western influence
— Trump Returns to Butler, Pennsylvania for Rally with Vance and Musk The former president holds a rally in the city where he faced an assassination attempt, alongside JD Vance and Elon Musk
— 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
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
PUTIN’S POWER Play: Announces Candidacy Amidst Turmoil, Aiming to Cement His Iron Grip on Russia
— Vladimir Putin has announced his intention to run in the upcoming presidential election in March. This move is seen as an attempt to prolong his authoritarian rule over Russia. Despite instigating a costly war in Ukraine and enduring internal conflicts, including an attack on the Kremlin itself, Putin’s support remains unshaken after nearly 24 years at the helm.
In June, a rebellion led by mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin stirred up rumors of Putin’s control waning. However, Prigozhin’s death in a suspicious plane crash two months later only served to reinforce the image of Putin’s absolute authority.
Putin made his decision public following a Kremlin award ceremony where war veterans and others encouraged him to seek reelection. Tatiana Stanovaya from the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center pointed out that this understated announcement is likely part of the Kremlin’s strategy to emphasize Putin’s humility and commitment rather than making loud campaign declarations.
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RUSSIAN TREASON Cases Soar Since Ukraine Invasion
— Maksim Kolker received a shocking call at 6 a.m. informing him of his father’s arrest. Initially, he thought it was a scam. His father, Dmitry Kolker, a prominent Russian physicist battling advanced pancreatic cancer, confirmed the grim news himself.
Dmitry Kolker had been charged with treason, a crime that has become increasingly common in Russia since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. These cases are investigated by the Federal Security Service (FSB) and often involve secretive proceedings and harsh sentences.
The surge in treason and espionage prosecutions has drawn comparisons to Stalin-era show trials. Victims include Kremlin critics, independent journalists, and veteran scientists working with countries considered friendly by Moscow.
Accused individuals are typically held in strict isolation at Moscow’s Lefortovo Prison and tried behind closed doors. Convictions almost always result in long prison terms, highlighting an unprecedented crackdown on dissent under President Vladimir Putin’s regime.
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