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RUSSIA’S Indigenous Policy Ignites Outrage Over Land Grab Fears
— Russia just announced a new policy that claims to protect indigenous rights. But many say it’s a cover for taking land and resources without real limits. Leaders from native groups and environmental experts warn the law is so vague, big companies and government agencies could easily take advantage.
Environmental groups are sounding the alarm about possible harm to nature and loss of native lands. People around the world are demanding Moscow set real rules and take responsibility for its actions.
This new policy could change how Russia handles its massive natural resources, with effects that might reach far beyond its borders. Many worry Russia will put profits over people and nature if no one steps in to stop them.
RUSSIA’S Brutal NEW Offensive Ignites Fears Before NATO Summit
— Russia just launched a fierce new attack along Ukraine’s eastern border, ramping up the war days before a major NATO summit. Russian forces say they’re using advanced missiles and heavy artillery to break through Ukrainian defenses.
Ukraine is fighting back by sending more troops to the front lines and begging for urgent help from allies. The U.S. and other Western countries have slammed Russia’s move as illegal and demanded it stop at once.
The United Nations Security Council is meeting today as worries grow about even bigger chaos in the region. Experts warn this could mean more innocent people hurt or killed, with Ukraine facing even greater destruction.
Calls for stronger sanctions on Russia are growing louder while world leaders scramble to stop things from getting worse. This crisis is moving fast, with everyone watching what will happen next.
RUSSIA’S Shocking Attack on Ukraine: EU Calls for Tough Sanctions
— European leaders are outraged by Russia’s missile attack on Sumy, Ukraine, which killed 34 and injured 117. The strike happened during Palm Sunday celebrations, marking the second major civilian tragedy in just over a week.
Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski slammed Russia’s actions as mocking U.S.-led ceasefire efforts. He urged President Trump to see Russia’s blatant disregard for peace initiatives.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen noted the attack followed talks between Trump’s envoy and Putin, showing Russia’s indifference to peace and human life. Lithuania called using cluster munitions a war crime.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot demanded strict EU sanctions against Russia to cripple its economy and stop its war efforts, stressing Putin’s refusal to end hostilities willingly.
— 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
— Zelenskyy to Unveil Ukraine’s 'Victory Plan’ in US This September The Ukrainian president announced that the ongoing military counteroffensive in Russia’s Kursk region, home to a nuclear power plant, is a key component of the strategy
— 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’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
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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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