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Russia taking "countermeasures" in response to Finland and Sweden joining NATO, Interfax reports
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said that Finland and Sweden joining NATO has led to an increase in military threats near the border and that Moscow is taking “adequate countermeasures”, Interfax news agency reported on Friday. Source link
Live Updates: Russia Appears to Shake Up Military Command
WASHINGTON — President Biden vowed on Thursday to speed Finland and Sweden to NATO membership, seeking to redraw the map of Europe to the West’s advantage less than three months after President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia began his invasion of Ukraine. In a ceremony in the White House Rose Garden with President Sauli Niinisto …
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Amid fear of Russian reprisals, hundreds of Ukrainian fighters who surrendered after enduring the merciless assault on Mariupol’s steel factory were registered as prisoners of war, and the Ukrainian president vowed to seek international help to save them. The International Committee of the Red Cross said Thursday that it had gathered …
Possible monkeypox case being investigated in New York City
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene said on Thursday it’s investigating a possible case of monkeypox in the five boroughs. According to the city, the patient is being cared for and isolated at NYC Health + Hospitals / Bellevue. In a statement, the Health Department’s Public Health Lab said it will …
More Ukraine fighters surrendering in Mariupol, Russia says
KYIV/MARIUPOL, Ukraine (Reuters) – Moscow said nearly 700 more Ukrainian fighters had surrendered in Russian-held Mariupol as it shored up a key gain in the south, while the United States became the latest Western country to reopen its embassy in Kyiv. Service members of Ukrainian forces who have surrendered after weeks holed up at Azovstal …
The Editorial Board: Buffalo massacre proves again why military-style weapons must be kept off the streets | Editorial
News Editorial Board It’s not news that horrific mass shooting events occur with deadly frequency throughout the United States and worldwide. It’s also expected that, after every single one – sometimes with a short period of discreet silence observed first – gun rights advocates come out with their usual justifications for widespread availability and ownership …
Factbox: What is the make-up of Lebanon’s new parliament?
May 17 (Reuters) – Lebanon’s next parliament will feature fragmented blocs including a smaller share of seats for Hezbollah and its allies, a more empowered pro-Saudi party and a surprise showing for reform-minded first-time MPs. The tally is based on party announcements and Reuters breakdown of official results, but alliances may shift as parties form …
Queen opens new Elizabeth line in surprise appearance – video | UK news
The Queen made a surprise appearance in London on Tuesday as she opened the new Elizabeth line. The 96-year-old has avoided the public eye recently after struggling with mobility issues, but appeared in good spirits as she visited Paddington station. The Crossrail project to build the east-west railway was meant to be finished in 2018, …
Queen makes surprise appearance to mark new subway line – KTSM 9 News
LONDON (AP) — Queen Elizabeth II made a surprise visit Tuesday to a train station in central London to see a newly completed subway line named in her honor. The 96-year-old monarch, who has reduced most of her public engagements, appeared Tuesday at Paddington Station and beamed as she unveiled a plaque stating she officially …
India to allow wheat shipments awaiting customs clearance – govt
Workers carry sacks of wheat for sifting at a grain mill on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, India, May 16, 2022. REUTERS/Amit Dave Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register NEW DELHI, May 17 (Reuters) – India will allow overseas wheat shipments awaiting customs clearance, the government said on Tuesday, allowing some relaxation in …
