McCarthy Delays Vote on Advancing 30-Day Funding Resolution as Gov't Shutdown Deadline Nears
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/mccarthy-delays-vote-on-advancing-30-day-funding-resolution-as-govt-shutdown-deadline-nears-1113508123.html
September 19, 2023, 8:07 PM
Only a handful of days remain before the US government runs out of money and must shut down much of its everyday activities by the end of the month.
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Majority of Americans Say Tech Giants Wield ‘Too Much Power’, Want More Competition
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/majority-of-americans-say-tech-giants-wield-too-much-power-want-more-competition-1113506757.html
September 19, 2023, 7:01 PM
The big five American tech giants, which include Google owner Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta* and Microsoft have grown to gargantuan proportions over the last two decades, coming to account for as much as a quarter of the S&P 500’s total valuation and often establishing virtual monopolies in their respective fields.
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Russian Emergencies Ministry Sweeps WWII-Era Mines in Sevastopol
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russian-emergencies-ministry-sweeps-wwii-era-mines-in-sevastopol-1113504141.html
September 19, 2023, 6:59 PM
Russian Emergencies Ministry specialists have lifted about 1,200 munitions from the time of the Great Patriotic War (WWII) out of the water in a single day in Gilzovaya Bay, Crimean Peninsula.
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Why Wall Street Economists Believe US Recession is Around the Corner
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/why-wall-street-economists-believe-us-recession-is-around-the-corner-1113505608.html
September 19, 2023, 6:56 PM
American economists warn that the US may fall into a recession in 2024, as quoted by the mainstream press.
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Congressman Gaetz Asks US House Speaker McCarthy to Sign Subpoena for Hunter Biden
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/congressman-gaetz-asks-us-house-speaker-mccarthy-to-sign-subpoena-for-hunter-biden-1113506325.html
September 19, 2023, 6:49 PM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US Congressman Matt Gaetz said on Tuesday that he has drafted a subpoena for President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter, and urged House of Representatives Speaker Kevin McCarthy to end the months of inaction by signing the document.
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New Research Reveals Dark Energy Holds Key to Mystery of Universe's Expansion
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/new-research-reveals-dark-energy-holds-key-to-mystery-of-universes-expansion-1113499595.html
September 19, 2023, 6:38 PM
Pioneering research using galaxy clusters has revealed crucial insights into the universe's expansion and the mysterious force propelling it using the mass-richness relation to calculate the combined mass of sampled groups, showing how larger collections house a more significant number of galaxies.
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UN Launching AI Panel to Deliver Recommendations on Tech by Year End - Secretary-General
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/un-launching-ai-panel-to-deliver-recommendations-on-tech-by-year-end---secretary-general-1113505956.html
September 19, 2023, 6:22 PM
UNITED NATIONS (Sputnik) - UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Tuesday that he will appoint a new panel on artificial intelligence (AI), which will be tasked with delivering recommendations on addressing the new technology by the end of the year.
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Retired German Colonel Crushes West’s Misplaced Hopes for Ukraine’s Counteroffensive
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/retired-german-colonel-crushes-wests-misplaced-hopes-for-ukraines-counteroffensive-1113505209.html
September 19, 2023, 6:17 PM
Ukraine has expended up to 71,000 troops, hundreds of tanks and armored vehicles and tens of billions of dollars’ worth of Western-provided hardware and ammunition on its counteroffensive with seemingly little to show for it as far as Kiev and NATO’s strategic goals of retaking lost territory and “weakening Russia” are concerned.
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US National Debt Grew by 84 Times in 100 Years
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/us-national-debt-grew-by-84-times-in-100-years-1113503215.html
September 19, 2023, 6:05 PM
On Monday, the US National Debt rose above $33 trillion, a level 84 times higher than it was a century ago, when the value of the US dollar is adjusted for inflation.
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'Least He Could Do is Put On Suit & Tie While He Demands Our Money'- MTG
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/least-he-could-do-is-put-on-suit--tie-while-he-demands-our-money--mtg-1113502761.html
September 19, 2023, 5:49 PM
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has been advised to sport corporate attire as he arrives for the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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Watch Ukrainian POW Describe How Russian Leaflet Saved His Life
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/watch-ukrainian-pow-describe-how-russian-leaflet-saved-his-life-1113502078.html
September 19, 2023, 5:39 PM
A group of Ukrainian soldiers ran into the woods to surrender to the Russian Armed Forces. One of the defectors told Sputnik that the group decided to surrender after their infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) got hit.
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F-35: Closer Look at Colossally Costly Jet That Just Can’t Seem to Stay Airborne
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/f-35-closer-look-at-colossally-costly-jet-that-just-cant-seem-to-stay-airborne-1113503355.html
September 19, 2023, 5:28 PM
A US Marine Corps F-35B went down over South Carolina on Sunday after its pilot ejected mid-flight for reasons unknown. Why do F-35s seem so crash-prone? What’s wrong with them? And what role does the waste and fraud in the US military-industrial complex play in creating such a Frankenstein’s monster of an aircraft? Sputnik explores.
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'Magic Bullet': Russian Gunsmith Tests Hypersonic Sniper Rounds
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/magic-bullet-russian-gunsmith-tests-hypersonic-sniper-rounds-1113500652.html
September 19, 2023, 5:18 PM
Lobaev Arms, a Russian producer of long-range high-precision rifles, has started to test a "hypersonic bullet" capable of piercing a target instantly and effectively.
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‘Of Course He Was Paying’: Former Ukrainian Business Leader Accuses Top Zelensky Adviser of Bribery
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/of-course-he-was-paying-former-ukrainian-business-leader-accuses-top-zelensky-adviser-of-bribery-1113501002.html
September 19, 2023, 5:04 PM
A top adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing renewed corruption allegations after an exiled Ukrainian business leader claimed the man worked for him for years as a go-between handling payments to Ukrainian officials.
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Ukraine Turns Down 10 German Leopard Tanks Due to Their Condition
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/ukraine-turns-down-10-german-leopard-tanks-due-to-their-condition-1113497726.html
September 19, 2023, 4:51 PM
Last week, Ukraine refused to accept 10 Leopard 1A5 tanks from Germany due to their unsatisfactory technical condition, German media reported, citing sources.
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Russian Peacekeepers Record Karabakh Ceasefire Violations From Azerbaijani Side
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russian-peacekeepers-record-karabakh-ceasefire-violations-from-azerbaijani-side-1113502561.html
September 19, 2023, 4:29 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian peacekeepers in Nagorno-Karabakh recorded numerous ceasefire violations from the Azerbaijani side along the entire line of contact on Tuesday, the Defense Ministry said.
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General Debate at 78th United Nations General Assembly: Day 1
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/general-debate-at-78th-united-nations-general-assembly-day-1-1113495437.html
September 19, 2023, 4:14 PM
The 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly is being held from September 19 to 26 in New York.
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Germany Bearing Brunt of Global Slump - West's Trade Body
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/germany-bearing-brunt-of-global-slump---wests-trade-body-1113491972.html
September 19, 2023, 3:38 PM
Germany's energy security has been undermined by the sabotage of the Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipelines and by broader economic sanctions on Russia. Now reduced global demand for its industrial products threatens to deepen the recession.
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US Marine Veteran Highlights Top-Notch Russian Arms in Ukraine Conflict
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/us-marine-veteran-highlights-top-notch-russian-arms-in-ukraine-conflict-1113494776.html
September 19, 2023, 3:30 PM
Russia celebrates Gunsmith Day on September 19, honoring workers of the nation's defense industry. Russia's state-of-art weapons help it withstand and counter pressure from the NATO bloc in Ukraine.
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Erasing Memories: How Deadly Ukrainian Shelling Forever Changed Life of Family From DPR
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/erasing-memories-how-deadly-ukrainian-shelling-forever-changed-life-of-family-from-dpr-1113497894.html
September 19, 2023, 3:29 PM
A family from the Donetsk People's Republic told Sputnik about the tragic experience and losses they suffered as a result of the May 12 shelling by the Ukrainian forces which completely destroyed their house in the village of Staromayorskoye, calling the incident an event in their lives that they "want to forget."
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Kremlin Calls on Armenia and Azerbaijan to Adhere to Trilateral Agreements on Karabakh
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/kremlin-calls-on-yerevan-baku-to-adhere-to-trilateral-agreements-on-karabakh-1113498289.html
September 19, 2023, 3:22 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia calls on Armenia and Azerbaijan to adhere to trilateral agreements on Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday after Baku launched a military operation in the breakaway region.
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Russia to Increase Production of Kinzhal Hypersonic Missiles
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russia-celebrates-gunsmith-day-with-record-missile-production-1113492974.html
September 19, 2023, 2:54 PM
On September 19, Russia celebrates Gunsmith Day with soaring production of hypersonic missiles, meeting 100% of state defense contracts, Bekhan Ozdoev, the industrial director of Rostec's Armaments, Ammunition, and Special Chemicals Cluster, said.
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Zelensky's US Visit a 'Dog & Pony Show' to Plug Cracks in Ukraine Support
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/zelenskys-us-visit-a-dog--pony-show-to-plug-cracks-in-ukraine-support-1113493146.html
September 19, 2023, 2:33 PM
When President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the US last year, Joe Biden promised America would stay "with Ukraine as long as there is a Ukraine." Months later, for all the military aid sent to fund NATO’s proxy war, Kiev has paid a huge price in lives and equipment for small gains, while “war fatigue” is inexorably taking hold of public attitudes.
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Ukraine’s Air Defense Missiles Will Continue Falling on Civilians: Here’s Why
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/ukraines-air-defense-missiles-will-continue-falling-on-civilians-heres-why-1113496269.html
September 19, 2023, 2:01 PM
An expose in America’s main “newspaper of record” has revealed that Ukraine, not Russia, was to blame for the deadly September 6 missile strike on a market in the Ukrainian-controlled town of Konstantinovka in the Donetsk region. Veteran Russian military observer Alexey Leonkov told Sputnik why the incident won’t be the last of its kind.
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Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu Presents Sword to North Korea's Kim Jong Un
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russian-defense-minister-sergey-shoigu-presents-sword-to-north-koreas-kim-jong-un-1113493327.html
September 19, 2023, 1:38 PM
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on September 13 for the first time since 2019. Kim Jong Un met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Vostochny Cosmodrome in the Amur region of Russia's Far East to discuss bilateral cooperation as well as a number of pressing international issues.
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Missing F-35 Fighter Jet: What We Know So Far
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/missing-f-35-fighter-jet-what-we-know-so-far-1113491712.html
September 19, 2023, 1:19 PM
The "mishap" which befell the US F-35 fighter jet in South Carolina raises concerns over the avionics and the hefty price tag of this 'high-tech' stealth aircraft, deemed the most expensive weapon in the US Department of Defense's inventory.
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Shoigu Arrives in Tehran to Hold Talks With Iranian Military Leadership
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/shoigu-arrives-in-tehran-to-hold-talks-with-iranian-military-leadership-1113494041.html
September 19, 2023, 1:15 PM
TEHRAN (Sputnik) - A Russian delegation led by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu arrived in Tehran on Tuesday for talks with Iran's military leadership, the Russian Defense Ministry stated.
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Ukraine Loses 400 Troops in Donetsk, Zaporozhye Directions
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/ukraine-loses-400-troops-in-donetsk-zaporozhye-directions-1113492429.html
September 19, 2023, 12:33 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine has lost up to 400 soldiers in the Donetsk and Zaporozhye directions over the past 24 hours, the Russian Defense Ministry stated on Tuesday.
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‘Everyone's Invited’: Mexican President Defends Inclusion of Russia in Independence Parade
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/everyones-invited-mexican-president-defends-inclusion-of-russia-in-independence-parade--1113485401.html
September 19, 2023, 12:31 PM
As Mexico celebrated its 213th Independence Day on September 16, the 154th Preobrazhensky Regiment of the Russian Federation marched in the Civic Military Parade to mark the occasion.
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China to Hold Drills in South China Sea From September 20-22
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/china-to-hold-drills-in-south-china-sea-from-september-20-22-1113492510.html
September 19, 2023, 12:22 PM
BEIJING (Sputnik) - China will hold a naval exercise in the South China Sea from September 20-22 amid increased tensions in the region, the China Maritime Safety Administration said on Tuesday.
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India, Canada Hit Pause on Trade Talks, Expel Diplomats Amid Khalistan Spat
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/india-canada-hit-pause-on-trade-talks-expel-diplomats-amid-khalistan-spat-1113487152.html
September 19, 2023, 11:58 AM
India-Canada ties have soured of late, marred by tit-for-tat expulsion of diplomats, and tensions during the G20 summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed "strong concerns about continuing anti-India activities of extremist elements in Canada" during a meeting with PM Justin Trudeau, according to an Indian government statement.
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Cheap Ukrainian Poultry Imports Ruffle French Farmers’ Feathers
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/cheap-ukrainian-poultry-imports-ruffle-french-farmers-feathers-1113490194.html
September 19, 2023, 11:55 AM
Ukraine has filed a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization over unilateral moves by Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia to ban the import of low-cost Ukrainian foodstuffs in an effort to protect local farmers. Further westward in Europe, farmers in France are bracing for losses resulting from grey imports of Ukrainian poultry.
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Russian Air Defense Downs Ukrainian Drones Over Bryansk, Belgorod Regions - Defense Ministry
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russian-air-defense-downs-ukrainian-drones-over-bryansk-belgorod-regions---defense-ministry-1113491276.html
September 19, 2023, 11:43 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian air defense systems destroyed two Ukrainian drones over the Bryansk, Belgorod Regions on Tuesday morning, the Russian Defense Ministry said.
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Rudy Giuliani's Ex-Lawyers Sue Him Over Alleged $1.4Mln In Unpaid Legal Bills
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/rudy-giulianis-ex-lawyers-sue-him-over-alleged-14mln-in-unpaid-legal-bills-1113487236.html
September 19, 2023, 11:31 AM
As Rudy Giuliani's legal battles continue, prospects for a favorable resolution remain uncertain. The weight of the proceedings, coupled with the financial strain (mounting legal bills), has undoubtedly taken a toll on him both personally and professionally.
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Pepe Escobar: Russia, North Korea Stage 'Strategic Coup' Against Western Hegemony
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/pepe-escobar-russia-north-korea-stage-strategic-coup-against-western-hegemony-1113489011.html
September 19, 2023, 11:00 AM
It will take ages to unpack the silos of information inbuilt in the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok last week, coupled with the – armored - train-keeps-a-rollin’ conducted by North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un straddling every nook and cranny of Primorsky Krai.
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Moscow Says Received No Official Request From Turkiye to Hold Meeting on Nagorno-Karabakh
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/moscow-says-received-no-official-request-from-turkiye-to-hold-meeting-on-nagorno-karabakh-1113490985.html
September 19, 2023, 10:54 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia did not yet receive any official request from Turkiye to hold a quadrilateral meeting on the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday.
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Iran Says Will Use $6Bln in Oil Revenues Based on Country's Needs, Priorities
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/iran-says-will-use-6bln-in-oil-revenues-based-on-countrys-needs-priorities-1113490513.html
September 19, 2023, 10:33 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Tehran will use its $6 billion in oil revenues, which were unfrozen by Washington as part of a prisoner exchange deal, according to Iran's needs and priorities, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday, adding that Qatar and Oman played an important role in transferring the assets to Iran.
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Azerbaijan Launches 'Anti-Terrorist Activities' in Nagorno-Karabakh - Defense Ministry
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/azerbaijan-launches-anti-terrorist-activities-in-nagorno-karabakh---defense-ministry-1113489403.html
September 19, 2023, 10:03 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Azerbaijan launched local "anti-terrorist activities" in Nagorno-Karabakh to restore the constitutional order, the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry said on Tuesday.
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Russian-Chinese Coordination Important Amid West's Containment Campaign - Top Security Official
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russian-chinese-coordination-important-amid-wests-deterrence-campaign---top-security-official-1113488676.html
September 19, 2023, 9:38 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The further deepening of Russian-Chinese coordination is particularly important amid West's campaign to deter Moscow and Beijing, Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev said on Tuesday.
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Watch Russia's Solntsepyok Heavy Flamethrower Vaporize Ukrainian Saboteurs
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/watch-russias-solntsepyok-heavy-flamethrower-vaporize-ukrainian-saboteurs-1113485977.html
September 19, 2023, 9:36 AM
Russia's Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower boasts the ability to flush out enemy trenches and bunkers, as well as eliminate enemy personnel in open terrain and fortifications. This weapon is highly mobile and capable of hammering enemy positions while providing cover for advancing troops.
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Ukrainian Buk Missile Caused DPR Market Tragedy, US Media Report Affirms
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/ukrainian-buk-missile-caused-dpr-market-tragedy-us-media-report-affirms--1113484058.html
September 19, 2023, 8:30 AM
As Volodymyr Zelensky arrives in the United States for a second time to plead for more aid, a US media report has unveiled a detailed investigation that debunks vehement assertions made by Ukraine’s President a few weeks ago.
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S Korea Sends Expert Group to Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant to Monitor Waste Water Release - Reports
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/s-korea-sends-expert-group-to-fukushima-nuclear-power-plant-to-monitor-waste-water-release---1113486321.html
September 19, 2023, 7:55 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - South Korea has sent an expert group to Japan's Fukushima nuclear power plant on Tuesday as part of regular inspections to monitor the release of treated water into the ocean, a South Korean news agency reported.
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Russia's Lavrov to Arrive in New York on Tuesday for UN General Assembly
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/russias-lavrov-to-arrive-in-new-york-on-tuesday-for-un-general-assembly-1113485144.html
September 19, 2023, 6:36 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will arrive in New York on Tuesday to attend the 78th annual General Debate of the UN General Assembly in his capacity as the leader of the Russian delegation.
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Watch Russian MiG-31 Fighter Crews Practice Intercepting Cruise Missile During Drills
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/watch-russian-mig-31-fighter-crews-practice-intercepting-cruise-missile-during-drills-1113483991.html
September 19, 2023, 6:23 AM
The Finval-2023 exercises of the Russian Pacific Fleet Forces to protect communications of the Northern Sea Route is being held in the waters of the Chukchi and Bering seas and on the Chukotka Peninsula under the leadership of the Navy's Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Nikolai Evmenov.
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Gunsmith Day: How Ukraine Conflict Improved Russian Arms
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/gunsmith-day-how-ukraine-conflict-improved-russian-arms-1113472608.html
September 19, 2023, 5:00 AM
Despite sanctions and export controls, Russia has significantly expanded weapons production, outpacing the US and Europe, the Western mainstream press has admitted. Military experts have explained to Sputnik how the conflict has boosted Russia's defense industry.
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Erdogan: Turkiye Never Needed Help, Support From European Union
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/erdogan-turkiye-never-needed-help-support-from-european-union-1113483358.html
September 19, 2023, 4:40 AM
ANKARA (Sputnik) - Turkiye has never needed help or support from the European Union, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said in an exclusive wide-ranging interview with US media.
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Argentine President Discusses With Guterres Sovereignty of Falkland Islands
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/argentine-president-discusses-with-guterres-sovereignty-of-falkland-islands-1113483767.html
September 19, 2023, 4:35 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Argentine President Alberto Fernandez raised the issue of the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands at a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, the presidential press office said on Tuesday.
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California Lawmakers Push for Ruling on Booting Trump From State Primary Ballot
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/california-lawmakers-push-for-ruling-on-booting-trump-from-state-primary-ballot-1113483591.html
September 19, 2023, 4:23 AM
The movement to block former President Donald Trump’s 2024 election bid gained steam on Monday as California Democrats urged his removal from the state’s primary ballot.
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Explorers Make First Detailed Search of WWII Battle of Midway Shipwrecks Site
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/explorers-make-first-detailed-search-of-wwii-battle-of-midway-shipwrecks-site-1113483116.html
September 19, 2023, 3:52 AM
More than 3,000 Japanese troops died in the World War II-era Battle of Midway, whereas about 362 US service members were killed. The major naval battle proved significant in hostilities as it helped clamp down on Japan's expansion.
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Ukraine Loses Up to 210 Soldiers in Donetsk Direction - Russian Defense Ministry
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/ukraine-loses-up-to-210-soldiers-in-donetsk-direction---russian-defense-ministry-1113482797.html
September 19, 2023, 3:25 AM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia’s South group of troops repelled seven attacks in the Donetsk direction, while Kiev’s losses reached 210 soldiers, one tank and two M777 howitzers, the head of the press center of the group, Georgy Minesashvili, told Sputnik.
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Debris of Missing F-35 Jet Found Near Military Air Base in South Carolina
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/debris-of-missing-f-35-jet-found-near-military-air-base-in-south-carolina-1113482085.html
September 19, 2023, 3:11 AM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Joint Base Charleston said in a statement that the debris of a F-35 fighter jet that went missing over South Carolina this weekend was discovered two hours north of the air base.
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Dramatic Video Captures Moment Florida Beachgoers Wrestle Stranded Shark Back to Sea
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/dramatic-video-captures-moment-beachgoers-wrestle-stranded-shark-back-to-sea-1113481492.html
September 19, 2023, 2:46 AM
The Mako shark is a known deadly and fierce hunter, having secured the title of maintaining the fastest hunting speed of any shark in the ocean; however, the shark's population has been reduced by 50% to 79% over the last 75 years due to overfishing.
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'Revolting Slob': Fetterman Becomes Conservative Target After Senate Shakes Up Dress Code
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/revolting-slob-fetterman-becomes-conservative-target-after-senate-shakes-up-dress-code-1113481101.html
September 19, 2023, 2:09 AM
US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) earlier made room for a looser dress code in the chamber, allowing senators to wear whatever they want after the majority leader directed the Senate’s Sergeant at Arms to no longer enforce the informal dress code.
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US Army Halts Reenlistment Bonuses Despite Persistent Recruiting Shortfall
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/us-army-halts-reenlistment-bonuses-despite-persistent-recruiting-shortfall-1113481323.html
September 19, 2023, 1:25 AM
The announcement comes as polling earlier showed how US public confidence in the armed forces fell to a 26-year low.
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Report: Trump to Skip Second GOP Debate, Address Detroit Auto Workers Instead
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230919/report-trump-to-skip-second-gop-debate-address-detroit-auto-workers-instead-1113480897.html
September 19, 2023, 12:17 AM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly set to address current and former members of the United Auto Workers (UAW) union in Detroit instead of participating in the upcoming Republican primary debate.
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At Least 1 Person Killed as Hurricane Lee Leaves Trail of Damage in New England, Maritime Canada
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/at-least-1-person-killed-as-hurricane-lee-leaves-trail-of-damage-in-new-england-maritime-canada-1113479602.html
September 18, 2023, 11:25 PM
The weekend storm’s destructive force saw downed trees crash onto power lines, cars and homes. One person died as a result of the cyclone, and a fisherman in Maine experienced a rogue wave that collapsed his boat.
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Webb Telescope Images Upend Beliefs About Galaxy Formations, Age of Universe
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/webb-telescope-images-upend-beliefs-about-galaxy-formations-age-of-universe-1113480090.html
September 18, 2023, 10:55 PM
The new images come courtesy of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), the most powerful telescope ever launched. Its sensitivity enables the detection of light billions of years old emanating from sources hundreds of millions of light-years away.
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Yellen Says US on ‘Sustainable Course’ as National Debt Hits $33 Trillion
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/yellen-says-us-on-sustainable-course-as-national-debt-hits-33-trillion-1113479040.html
September 18, 2023, 9:18 PM
In the time since 2001, the US federal government has never run a surplus, thanks to the spending hikes but also massive tax cuts, which in US politics are commonly credited with increasing economic activity and bettering the lives of citizens.
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‘Face-Saving’ Iran Sanctions Give Biden Cover in Move to Refocus US Efforts Against China
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/face-saving-iran-sanctions-give-biden-cover-in-move-to-refocus-us-efforts-against-china-1113478493.html
September 18, 2023, 8:41 PM
The Biden administration may be trying to cool tensions with Tehran in order to focus more US forces on opposing China, but it must also satisfy critics at home who might cast a deal with an adversary as a sign of weakness, a leading US anti-war activist told Sputnik.
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Grim Milestone for Gun Violence: Number of 2023 Mass Shooting Incidents in US Surpasses 500
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/grim-milestone-for-gun-violence-number-of-2023-mass-shooting-incidents-in-us-surpasses-500-1113475033.html
September 18, 2023, 8:16 PM
Amidst a troubling surge in mass shootings in the US, according to authorities, 2023 recorded the most horrific shooting incidents. Recent events in Denver, Colorado, and El Paso, Texas, have added to the dreary tally, prompting renewed concerns about gun violence in America.
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Photos: China, ASEAN Show Off Growing Economic Ties, ‘Shared Future’ at Expo
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/photos-china-asean-show-off-growing-economic-ties-shared-future-at-expo-1113477222.html
September 18, 2023, 7:18 PM
As China has expanded its political, economic, cultural, and military relationships across Asia and the Pacific, the US has rushed to block it by claiming Beijing poses a threat to the independence of smaller nations. Beijing has emphasized reciprocity in all efforts, saying it seeks peaceful, mutual benefit.
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Iran’s Drones Selling Like Hot Cakes as Demand Outpaces Production Capacity, Top Commander Says
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/irans-drones-selling-like-hot-cakes-as-demand-outpaces-production-capacity-top-commander-says-1113476423.html
September 18, 2023, 7:07 PM
The Islamic Republic first began tinkering with unmanned aerial vehicle designs in the 1980s during the Iraqi war of aggression, and in recent decades, has amassed technical knowhow which has made it one of the top drone powers in the world.
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France and Germany Clash Over Nuclear Power Role in EU's Green Agenda
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/france-and-germany-clash-over-nuclear-power-role-in-eus-green-agenda-1113451673.html
September 18, 2023, 7:03 PM
France and Germany are facing a critical impasse over nuclear energy's role in the EU's green agenda, intensifying tensions in the bloc. This comes as both nations are stuck in a rift that threatens Europe's industrial core and raises concerns of economic competitiveness amid global shifts in energy dynamics.
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China, Russia Bear Special Responsibility for Global Strategic Stability - Wang Yi
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/china-russia-bear-special-responsibility-for-global-strategic-stability---wang-yi-1113475760.html
September 18, 2023, 6:59 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia and China bear special responsibility for maintaining strategic stability in the world, with their bilateral cooperation not aimed against anyone, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday.
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Cheater-in-Chief: Biden Wants to Salvage US Hegemony by Reforming UN Security Council
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/cheater-in-chief-biden-wants-to-salvage-us-hegemony-by-reforming-un-security-council-1113473923.html
September 18, 2023, 6:42 PM
US President Joe Biden will urge the UN to expand the Security Council to water down Russia and China's influence in the body, the Western press says. Could Biden succeed?
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US Lawmaker Briefed on Missing F-35 Jet Says Marines Still Do Not Know Aircraft's Location
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/us-lawmaker-briefed-on-missing-f-35-jet-says-marines-still-do-not-know-aircrafts-location-1113474180.html
September 18, 2023, 6:36 PM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US Congresswoman Nancy Mace said on Monday that the Marines Corps still does not know the location of the F-35 aircraft that went missing over South Carolina on Sunday afternoon.
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US Committing $15Mln to Help Governments Use AI to Achieve Development Goals
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/us-committing-15mln-to-help-governments-use-ai-to-achieve-development-goals-1113474068.html
September 18, 2023, 6:22 PM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Monday that the United States is committing $15 million to enable governments to use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
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Watch Russian Chopper Target Ukrainian Armored Vehicles
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/watch-russian-chopper-target-ukrainian-armored-vehicles-1113453128.html
September 18, 2023, 6:15 PM
A Russian reconnaissance and attack helicopter wiped out Ukrainian armored vehicles in the South Donetsk direction. The Russian Aerospace Forces completely dominate the airspace in the special operation zone, obliterating Ukrainian troops.
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Musk Says China May Lead World in Development, Regulation of AI Technology
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/musk-says-china-may-lead-world-in-development-regulation-of-ai-technology-1113473425.html
September 18, 2023, 6:08 PM
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - China may end up leading the world in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk said on Monday.
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Ukrainian Child Snatching Drama: EU Faces ‘Social Explosion’ Triggered by Refugee Crisis
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukrainian-child-snatching-drama-eu-faces-social-explosion-triggered-by-refugee-crisis-1113472181.html
September 18, 2023, 5:47 PM
Over four million Ukrainians are presently living in EU countries, with Germany and Poland accounting for about half of the total. Asked to comment on the scandal involving European social services’ snatching of Ukrainian refugees’ children, journalist Alexander Sosnowski said the issue is only a small microcosm of a much bigger social problem.
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Ukraine Sucks 'Oxygen Out of Room,' While Other Countries Lack Aid
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukraine-sucks-oxygen-out-of-room-while-other-countries-lack-aid-1113472515.html
September 18, 2023, 5:41 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Ukraine has siphoned off all resources allocated for humanitarian efforts, although there are other hot spots across the globe that are in urgent need for assistance as well, Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP) Cindy McCain stressed.
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EU-Ukraine Grain Row May Spin Out of Control as Zelensky Threatens WTO Complaint - Analyst
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/eu-ukraine-grain-row-may-spin-out-of-control-as-zelensky-threatens-wto-complaint---analyst-1113471135.html
September 18, 2023, 5:23 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The row between Ukraine and its neighboring member countries of the European Union over their banning of Ukrainian grain imports is escalating quickly and may lead to a serious rift, as Kiev filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO), Paris-based geopolitical analyst Nikola Mirkovic told Sputnik.
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Israel's Elbit Systems to Sell Kamikaze Drones Worth $95Mln to European Country
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/israels-elbit-systems-to-sell-kamikaze-drones-worth-95mln-to-european-country-1113472362.html
September 18, 2023, 5:16 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Israel-based international defense electronics company Elbit Systems said on Monday that it had signed a contract worth $95 million with a European country on supplies of SkyStriker loitering munitions.
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US Space Force Sets Rapid Deployment Record With 27-Hour Satellite Launch
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/us-space-force-sets-rapid-deployment-record-with-27-hour-satellite-launch-1113471271.html
September 18, 2023, 5:04 PM
The US Space Force (USSF) was created amid anxieties about the vulnerability of US space assets in a shooting war, including their hefty price tags and yearslong deployment process. While defending satellites has become a priority, so has making them more interchangeable as well.
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Ukraine Files Import Ban Lawsuits Against Poland, Hungary, Slovakia with WTO
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukraine-files-import-ban-lawsuits-against-poland-hungary-slovakia-with-wto-1113471832.html
September 18, 2023, 4:57 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Kiev has filed lawsuits with the World Trade Organization (WTO) against Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia because of their ban on the import of Ukrainian products, the Ukrainian Economy Ministry stated on Monday.
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China Lifts Gold Import Restrictions, Sparks Surge in Yuan's Resilience
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/china-lifts-gold-import-restrictions-sparks-surge-in-yuans-resilience-1113467679.html
September 18, 2023, 4:42 PM
China's bid to boost the renminbi has led to a surge in domestic gold prices and put a strain on the currency, prompting the PBoC to strengthen its currency as gold demand remains robust. Anticipation is high for another surge in demand ahead of its traditional bridal festivities in October.
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Ukraine Grain Row Shows 'War Fatigue' Seeping in as EU Has 'Own Interests at Stake'
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukraine-grain-row-shows-war-fatigue-seeping-in-as-eu-has-own-interests-at-stake-1113457047.html
September 18, 2023, 4:22 PM
Earlier, the Ukrainian authorities revealed they were planning to begin the process of filing a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO) over a ban on imports of Ukrainian grain by Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia.
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House Republicans Fed Up With Biden's Ukraine Aid Requests
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/house-republicans-fed-up-with-bidens-ukraine-aid-requests-1113469428.html
September 18, 2023, 4:10 PM
As the US government’s September 30 funding deadline nears, the Biden administration is seeking to ram a $24 billion Ukraine package through the US Congress. Not so fast, say House Republicans.
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Watch Russian Msta-B Howitzer Disrupt Transfer of Ukrainian Reserves
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/watch-russian-msta-b-howitzer-disrupt-transfer-of-ukrainian-reserves-1113451378.html
September 18, 2023, 3:50 PM
Russian artillery has been invaluable in the special operation zone, significantly reducing Ukrainian offensive capabilities. The 152 mm Msta-B howitzers are widely used on the frontline as a means of both supporting Russian advances and suppressing enemy firepower.
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Russian Foreign Ministry Summons French Ambassador Over G20 Incident With Reporters
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/russian-foreign-ministry-summons-french-ambassador-over-g20-incident-with-reporters-1113469587.html
September 18, 2023, 3:45 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Foreign Ministry on Monday summoned French ambassador Pierre Levy over France’s refusal to apologize for actions in relation to Russian reporters, who were refused entry to French President Emmanuel Macron’s press conference at the G20 summit.
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After Plundering One of World's Poorest Countries, Clintons Look to Cash in on ‘Aid’ for Ukraine
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/after-plundering-one-of-worlds-poorest-countries-clintons-look-to-cash-in-on-aid-for-ukraine-1113468325.html
September 18, 2023, 3:24 PM
Over the years, the Clinton family’s “charity” work has run afoul of investigators and whistleblowers alike over suspected schemes ranging from the alleged theft of disaster relief funds for Haiti to shady political pay-to-play deals.
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Lavrov and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Hold Talks in Moscow
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/lavrov-and-chinese-foreign-minister-wang-yi-hold-talks-in-moscow-1113447348.html
September 18, 2023, 3:15 PM
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in Russia on September 18-21 for the 18th round of China-Russia strategic security consultations.
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Poland, Hungary, Slovakia Decide to Boycott Ukrainian Grain Coordination Platform - Reports
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/poland-hungary-slovakia-decide-to-boycott-ukrainian-grain-coordination-platform---reports-1113468563.html
September 18, 2023, 3:12 PM
WARSAW (Sputnik) - Poland, Hungary and Slovakia have decided to boycott the coordination platform on Ukrainian grain in Brussels due to Kiev’s threats to appeal to the World Trade Organization (WTO) over measures against import, a Polish news agency reported on Monday, citing a source in the European Union.
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'So Now He's the Victim?' Internet Fumes as Hunter Biden Sues IRS for 'Violating His Privacy'
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/so-now-hes-the-victim-internet-fumes-as-hunter-biden-sues-irs-for-violating-his-privacy-1113453622.html
September 18, 2023, 2:52 PM
Hunter Biden was indicted on September 14 on three charges related to his alleged false statements to purchase a firearm. The First Son faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted.
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Russian Scientists Discover Gene Responsible for Stroke Severity
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/russian-scientists-discover-gene-responsible-for-stroke-severity-1113467494.html
September 18, 2023, 2:24 PM
Russian scientists from the National Research University ‘Belgorod State University’ (BelSU), as part of an international scientific team, have identified a link between the structure of a gene encoding heat shock proteins and the course of ischemic stroke.
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Ukraine Searches for Cash as Fighting Drains Coffers, Foreign Aid Drops, Creditors Close In
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukraine-searches-for-cash-as-fighting-drains-coffers-foreign-aid-drops-creditors-close-in-1113454695.html
September 18, 2023, 2:09 PM
The United States approved some $113 billion toward military, economic and humanitarian aid to Ukraine in 2022 alone, with total Western support approaching $175 billion by May of 2023. Some analysts expect reconstruction expenditures to top $600 billion even if the fighting stops immediately.
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Watch Russian Artillery Strikes Destroy Ukrainian Forces Attempting to Advance
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/watch-russian-artillery-strikes-destroy-ukrainian-forces-attempting-to-advance-1113449182.html
September 18, 2023, 2:07 PM
Ukraine launched its counteroffensive in early June. Three months later, Russian President Vladimir Putin said the Ukrainian counteroffensive had failed, with Ukraine suffering 71,000 casualties.
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Kremlin: Germany 'Doesn't Understand Reality', as Scholz Suggests Hardline Peace Proposal
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/kremlin-germany-doesnt-understand-reality-as-scholz-suggests-hardline-peace-proposal-1113450388.html
September 18, 2023, 1:27 PM
The condition for the start of peace talks in the Ukraine conflict was the "withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukrainian territory", German Chancellor Olaf Scholz suggested on Sunday.
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Why is EU Revving Up Battle Against China's EV Supremacy?
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/why-is-eu-revving-up-battle-against-chinas-ev-supremacy-1113437218.html
September 18, 2023, 1:23 PM
The entry of Chinese electric vehicle producers is stirring up discontent among EU producers, whose labored adoption of electrification has left them with an uphill task to close the sales gap.
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Russia’s Economy Recovers, Country Withstands Sanctions Pressure - Putin
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/russias-economy-recovered-country-withstood-sanctions-pressure---putin-1113456789.html
September 18, 2023, 1:22 PM
The Russian economy has recovered, and the country has successfully withstood sanctions pressure, President Vladimir Putin said on Monday.
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Russian MiG-31 Scrambled to Prevent Entrance of US Aircraft to Russian Airspace
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/russian-mig-31-scrambled-to-prevent-entrance-of-us-aircraft-to-russian-airspace-1113456660.html
September 18, 2023, 1:18 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A P-8A Poseidon aircraft of the US navy approached Russian airspace over the Barents Sea on Monday, the Russian Defense Ministry said, adding that a MiG-31 fighter was scrambled to prevent a border violation.
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Plane With US Detainees Released Under US-Iran Prisoner Swap Departs From Tehran
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/plane-with-us-detainees-released-under-us-iran-prisoner-swap-departs-from-tehran---reports-1113456521.html
September 18, 2023, 1:17 PM
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A Qatari plane with US detainees released as part of the US-Iran prisoner swap has departed from Iran, media reported on Monday, citing a source.
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Global Refineries Face Uphill Battle to Bridge Diesel Supply Gap
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/global-refineries-face-uphill-battle-to-bridge-diesel-supply-gap-1113447866.html
September 18, 2023, 1:17 PM
Diesel shortages beset global markets, with prices surging to unprecedented highs, threatening industries and transportation. Refineries struggle to meet demand amid production setbacks and reduced output from major oil-producing nations. Lingering concerns over supply persist, affecting economies worldwide.
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Watch Russian Grad MLRS Eliminate Concentrations of Ukrainian Troops During Special Op
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/watch-russian-grad-mlrs-eliminate-concentrations-of-ukrainian-troops-during-special-op-1113449991.html
September 18, 2023, 1:16 PM
The Russian Grad MLRS is a highly effective multiple rocket launcher system capable of firing up to 40 rockets in quick succession. With a range of up to 40 km, it allows Russian forces to strike targets from a distance, making it ideal for both offensive and defensive operations.
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Ukrainian Forces Shell Donetsk City Center
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/ukrainian-forces-shell-donetsk-city-center-1113453212.html
September 18, 2023, 1:09 PM
DONETSK (Sputnik) - Ukrainian troops fired three MLRS shells at the center of Donetsk on Monday, the DNR representative office in the Joint Center for Control and Coordination of Issues Related to Ukrainian War Crimes (JCCC) reported.
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China Slams Top German Diplomat's 'Provocative' Remarks About Xi
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/china-slams-top-german-diplomats-provocative-remarks-about-xi-1113455003.html
September 18, 2023, 1:04 PM
BEIJING (Sputnik) - German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's remarks about Chinese President Xi Jinping allegedly being a "dictator" are "absolutely absurd" and represent a "blatant political provocation," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday.
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Slovak Elections Could Spell End of Unpopular Military Aid to Ukraine
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/slovak-elections-could-spell-end-of-unpopular-military-aid-to-ukraine-1113449542.html
September 18, 2023, 1:01 PM
Slovakia's government has been one of the most enthusiastic for arming the Kiev regime to fight Russia on NATO's behalf and one of just three countries to supply jet fighter aircraft. But that policy is unpopular with voters.
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'Spending Cuts & No Blank Check for Ukraine': US House Speaker's Bid to Avoid Gov’t Shutdown
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/spending-cuts--no-blank-check-for-ukraine-us-house-speakers-bid-to-avoid-govt-shutdown-1113446567.html
September 18, 2023, 12:13 PM
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been seeking to drum up GOP support for a continuing resolution to extend government funding beyond the September 30 deadline to avoid a potential shutdown. However, he has faced opposition from the House Freedom Caucus that resists a stopgap funding bill that fails to address government spending.
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Brain 'Changes' Linked With 'Low-Income Life & Poor Food Choices'
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/brain-changes-linked-with-low-income-life--poor-food-choices-1113449287.html
September 18, 2023, 11:48 AM
The new research echoes previous findings that suggested people living in low-income, ‘disadvantaged’ neighborhoods are at higher risk of obesity because of the lower quality of food available, besides other factors. This, in turn, could affect one's brain, resulting in cognitive issues.
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British Merc Tortured and Murdered in Ukraine Offed by Fellow Brit, Comrades Fear
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230918/british-merc-tortured-and-murdered-in-ukraine-offed-by-fellow-brit-comrades-fear-1113450775.html
September 18, 2023, 11:16 AM
The escalation of the Donbass crisis into a full-blown NATO-Russia proxy war in Ukraine last year has turned much of the country into a lawless battleground, with thousands of foreigners flooding into Ukraine looking for a payday, out of a misplaced desire to “fight for freedom,” or simply seeking to “kill Russians.”
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