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Russian electoral authorities on Thursday barred antiwar politician Boris Nadezhdin from participating in the upcoming presidential elections, signaling the Kremlin’s intolerance for dissent against its military actions in Ukraine. This decision by the Central Election Commission further smoothens President Vladimir Putin’s path to securing a fifth term, facing only nominal competition in the March 15-17 elections within a tightly controlled …

The German Navy frigate Hessen embarked from Wilhelmshaven towards the Red Sea on Thursday, preparing to join a European Union initiative aimed at safeguarding cargo ships from assaults by the Houthi rebels in Yemen, which threaten international trade routes. Approximately 240 crew members are on board, with the deployment awaiting formal EU approval and German parliamentary consent, anticipated by the …

In the aftermath of Israel’s intense military operation in Gaza, triggered by an attack from Hamas on October 7, progressive U.S. Congress members advocating for a ceasefire have witnessed a surge in campaign donations. This influx of support comes as they face significant opposition from pro-Israel PACs like the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which is actively working to …

For three consecutive days, Spanish farmers have orchestrated roadblocks across the nation, voicing their frustrations over stringent regulations and the influx of cheaper imports. This wave of protests saw the participation of Spain’s leading agricultural unions – Asaja, Coag, and UPA – for the first time, marking a significant escalation in the movement. Tractor-led processions caused significant traffic disruptions, notably …

Following a conversation between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin reported on Thursday that both leaders share the perception that the United States is attempting to “contain” their countries. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov remarked after the call, “The two leaders acknowledge that the US is effectively pursuing a strategy of dual containment against both Russia …

Late Thursday into early Friday, approximately 30 rockets were launched from Lebanon into northern Israel, a response to an Israeli drone attack that significantly injured a Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon, according to Israeli military reports. An Israeli military spokesperson confirmed that these rockets targeted the regions of Ein Zeitim and Dalton in northern Israel. Fortunately, there were no reported …

During a conference in Saudi Arabia focused on the Gaza conflict, attended by foreign ministers from Egypt, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and a high-ranking Palestinian representative, there was a unified call for decisive measures towards the establishment of a Palestinian state. This meeting coincided with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s latest diplomatic effort in the region, amidst …

Israel has launched new airstrikes on the densely populated town of Rafah in southern Gaza, where over a million displaced Palestinians have sought refuge. The United States has expressed concern over the potential for disaster in the area. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced preparations for military action in Rafah, which would be a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. …