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Fmr. Russian Foreign Minister: Ukraine war ‘a barbaric act’
Fmr. Russian Foreign Minister: Ukraine war ‘a barbaric act’

Former Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev tells Amanpour President Putin is “not crazy, he is brazen” and says sanctions should target decision-makers of the regime. Read More

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Mar 04, 2022
WATCH:  Russia intensifies attacks on civilian areas
WATCH: Russia intensifies attacks on civilian areas

Russia attacked Chernihiv, a city 90 miles north of Kyiv, killing 33 people and wounding 18, according to the city’s Emergency Services. Read More

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Mar 04, 2022
Fire breaks out at Ukraine nuclear power plant, largest in Europe, after shelling, officials say
Fire breaks out at Ukraine nuclear power plant, largest in Europe, after shelling, officials say

Ukrainian officials called for an immediate ceasefire and warned of a potential catastrophe. Read More

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Mar 04, 2022
As Russia presses its war with Ukraine, here are 10 aerospace and defense stocks expected to rise up to 39%
As Russia presses its war with Ukraine, here are 10 aerospace and defense stocks expected to rise up to 39%

No matter when the shooting stops and Russia’s war in Ukraine comes to an end, it seems clear from actions taken by European countries that we’re entering a period of increased defense spending. Below is a screen of aerospace and defense stocks of Eu...

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Mar 03, 2022
Mexico finds 3 million rounds of ammo in biggest bust so far
Mexico finds 3 million rounds of ammo in biggest bust so far

The Mexican army and National Guard say they found almost 3 million rounds of ammunition and at least 16 fully automatic, belt-fed machine guns in raids this week on several houses in the northern border state of Sonora Read More

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Mar 03, 2022
Pelosi supports a ban on importing Russian oil into the US
Pelosi supports a ban on importing Russian oil into the US

By Lisa Mascaro | Associated Press WASHINGTON — Amid the escalating war in Ukraine, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday she supports banning Russian oil imports to the U.S., a hefty nod that could strengthen President Joe Biden’s hand as global...

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Mar 03, 2022
Pelosi supports halting Russian oil imports to US: ‘Ban it’
Pelosi supports halting Russian oil imports to US: ‘Ban it’

WASHINGTON (AP) — Amid the escalating war in Ukraine, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday she supports banning Russian oil imports to the U.S., a hefty nod that could strengthen President Joe Biden’s hand as global allies seek to isolate Russian...

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Mar 03, 2022
Ukrainian heritage is in peril. The Smithsonian hopes to rescue what it can
Ukrainian heritage is in peril. The Smithsonian hopes to rescue what it can

The Smithsonian Institution says it is in touch with contacts inside Ukraine who specialize in rescuing and preserving cultural heritage sites in times of crisis. (Image credit: Chris McGrath/Getty Images) Read More

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Mar 03, 2022
Barr claims Trump grew ‘very angry’ as he disproved election fraud theories
Barr claims Trump grew ‘very angry’ as he disproved election fraud theories

In an exclusive interview with Lester Holt, former attorney general William Barr recalled a meeting with former President Trump to dispute and disprove election fraud theories that ended up in his resignation. Read More

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Mar 03, 2022
Anti-vaccine California doctor pleads guilty to joining Capitol riot
Anti-vaccine California doctor pleads guilty to joining Capitol riot

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN | The Associated Press WASHINGTON  — A California doctor known as a leading purveyor of coronavirus misinformation pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge on Thursday for joining the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol last year. Dr...

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Mar 03, 2022
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