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Sergey Parkhomenko, Russian journalist: 'Vladimir Putin privatized the 1945 victory for his own benefit'

Sergey Parkhomenko, 61, founder of the Russian news magazine Itogi – created in 1996 in cooperation with the American weekly Newsweek – has not only had a rich career as a journalist, but he is also behind numerous civic initiatives, such as Dissernet, a …

Russia hit villages 220 times during ceasefire - Ukraine

Russia hit eight Ukrainian settlements near a frontline 220 times during ceasefire, governor of the Zaporizhzhia region Ivan Fedorov said on the Telegram messaging platform. The villages in Zaporizhzhia were hit by 150 drones and 70 artillery rounds in the …

Russia and China mark victory in WW2 as Ukraine war grinds on

By Dmitry Antonov and Guy Faulconbridge MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia marks the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two on Friday with a military parade attended by China's Xi Jinping that Moscow fears Ukraine …

Vladimir Putin Sends Message to Leo XIV, First American Pope

Russian President Vladimir Putin offered his "cordial congratulations" to newly elected Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. In a message published on the Kremlin's official website, Putin expressed wishes for "success in fulfilling …

Russia, China showcase their close relationship

Russia and China put their close relationship on public display on Thursday. Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow amid celebrations marking Victory Day, the end of World War II. CBS News senior national security …

Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin Promise to ‘Safeguard’ Globalism from Trump

Genocidal Chinese dictator Xi Jinping held an extended private meeting and press event alongside Russian strongman Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Thursday in which he declared that China and Russia were ready to “safeguard the global multilateral trading …

Ukraine brands Vladimir Putin's Victory Day ceasefire a 'farce' as Russian forces 'breach it 700 times'

Austrian Chancellor: EU needs to prepare for a future without Vladimir Putin

The European Union should maintain sanctions on Russia and diversify its energy supplies as Moscow uses energy for blackmail, Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker said in an exclusive interview with Euronews. During a discussion on the margins of the …

Putin hosts Xi Jinping and other world leaders as Russia marks Victory Day

Putin speaks at Moscow paradeRussian president Vladimir Putin has just delivered a fairly brief (for his standards) speech at the Victory Day parade in Moscow. From second right: Turkmenistan President Serdar Berdimuhamedow, Tajikistan’s President Emomali …

Russia’s Victory Day parade begins, marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

MOSCOW (AP) — Russia marked the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II with a massive military parade on Red Square on Friday attended by President Vladimir Putin and a slew of foreign leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping …

Trump again urges ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war, threatens sanctions

President Trump on Thursday called for a 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, threatening to impose sanctions on both countries if the conflict rages on. “Hopefully, an acceptable ceasefire will be observed, and both countries will be held …

Trump's Foreign Policy Upending US-Led Global Order, Says Former Russia Adviser Fiona Hill

The international security and financial system built and led by the United States after World War II has weathered the Cold War, regional wars, economic crises, and even a global pandemic. But according to one of President Donald Trump's former …

Ukraine war briefing: Trump calls for ‘ideally a 30-day ceasefire’ backed with sanctions

Donald Trump after a phone call with Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for “ideally, a 30-day unconditional ceasefire”. “If the ceasefire is not respected, the US and its partners will impose further sanctions,” Trump posted. Zelenskyy said after the call on …

US ready to 'walk away' if Russia negotiates in bad faith, Vance says

The United States will be ready to "walk away" from the negotiating table if it does not see Russia making progress in negotiation to end the war, U.S. Vice President JD Vance told Fox News on May 8. "What would bother me is if we conclude …

China and Russia pledge to deepen ties as they criticise US on Victory Day

China and Russia pledged to further deepen their already “no limits” partnership in a joint statement published ahead of Russia’s military parade on Friday, as the two sides stressed the importance of maintaining the “correct view” of second world war …

Putin Wishes Pope Leo Success, Hopes for 'Constructive' Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin wished newly-elected Pope Leo XIV "success" on Thursday, saying he hoped the American pontiff would engage in "constructive dialogue" with the Kremlin. "I am confident that the constructive dialogue …

In Russia's Veliky Novgorod, May 9 commemorations are 'a celebration with tears'

For Elena Milutina and her 9-year-old son, this Friday, May 9, will be a day of remembrance. "In honor of my great-grandfather, who died fighting Nazi Germany. And in memory of my husband, who died on the front in Ukraine." With her soft voice, …

Russian presidential aide discusses Moscow's next steps regarding Ukraine

[Thu, 08 May 2025 19:59:52 +0300] Washington - Saba: Russian Presidential Aide for International Affairs Yuri Ushakov indicated on Thursday that Russia's next steps regarding the situation in Ukraine will depend on the progress of the subsequent …

‘What ceasefire?’ On V-E Day, Moscow’s talk of peace faces incredulity in Kyiv

Svitlana Avramenko stood in front of the sea of flags, each representing a fallen soldier, on Kyiv’s Independence Square. This time last year, she said, there were far fewer flags and photos of dead soldiers in the centre of the Ukrainian capital. And the …

MAT Recovery Centers Advocates for Expanded Access to Medication-Assisted Treatment in Washington, D.C.

MAT Recovery Centers calls for broader access to medication-assisted treatment to combat addiction and improve health equity in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tom Welch, Chief Operating …

HK Refurbished Stock Expands Access to Premium Renewed Smartphones for Latin American Wholesalers via Hong Kong

Latin American wholesalers gain access to top-grade renewed smartphones via Hong Kong, offering tariff-free sourcing and steady supply. UNITED KINGDOM, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to shifting global trade dynamics and rising …

Dr. Sam Sammane's 'Republic of Mars' Hits #1 Bestseller on Amazon in Mystery and Space-Themed Lists

Dr. Sam Sammane’s 'Republic of Mars' tops Amazon charts, blending sci-fi and mystery in a chilling, thought-provoking look at memory, control, and truth. ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era where …

BTC AND THE NATIONAL POLICE FCU LAUNCH SEASON TWO OF FACING EVIL: A COP’S STORY OF MURDER, MAYHEM AND THE AFTERMATH

Season Two of true-crime podcast being launched during Police Week. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bator Training & Consulting, Inc., the founder of the Police Officers’ Credit Union Association, has once …

First 5 California Announces Stronger Starts Day of Action 2025

First 5 California Announces Statewide Day of Action with Press Conference at Fairytale Town SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California today announced the upcoming Stronger Starts Day of Action 2025 …

Sam Sammane’s ‘Republic of Mars’ Imagines a Future Colony—and the Fragile Politics Holding It Together

The speculative novel, released May 4 on Amazon, paints a haunting portrait of stability, memory, and the quiet ways freedom begins to unravel. ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Not all political collapse begins with …

AC Future Host Showcase of AI-Enhanced Mobile Housing Innovation with Guest Speaker, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma

California State Treasurer to Keynote at AC Future Sustainable Living Event NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AC Future, the pioneer in AI-enabled sustainable living, in collaboration with Sunstone Management, …

EDITORIAL: “But who will pick our olives?” – Demographic decline and refugee inclusion

By Catherine Woollard Week after week, newspaper articles and research publications sound the alarm on the impact of Europe’s demographic crisis. Last week, a piece put the spotlight on Poland, arguing that this is not just an economic question but one of …

MEDITERRANEAN: Greece under renewed pressure to end pushbacks ― Cyprus accused of failing to protect vulnerable groups ...

The Council of Europe (CoE) Commissioner for Human Rights has demanded that Greece adopts a zero-tolerance approach to pushbacks and strengthens border safeguards. A report by the CoE Group of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings (GRETA) …

NORDIC COUNTRIES: Finland maintains closure of border with Russia ― Proposals to deter asylum applications and encourage ...

The Finnish government has announced that it will keep its border with Russia closed until further notice. The Swedish government has restated its plans to increase financial incentives to encourage voluntary returns and is considering limiting the right …

ECRE Legal Note: The Cessation of International Protection and Review of Protection Statuses in Europe

|Published on: 8th May 2025|Categories: News| ECRE has published a legal note on cessation of international protection and review of international protection statuses in Europe. It is a new version of a similar legal note that was published in 2021, …

LEGACY CANNABIS GENETICS STUDY LAUNCHES COMMUNITY MEETINGS TO TAKE CALIFORNIA’S UNDERSTANDING TO NEXT LEVEL

“People and Their Plants, a Community-Driven Study” tours the state inviting stakeholders to contribute to legacy cannabis history and help plan its future SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A first-of-its-kind …

Markets at a Crossroads: EBC Financial Group Examines Biggest Post-Pandemic Divergence in Central Bank Policies

Global rate paths diverge as markets react to U.S. tariffs, Eurozone easing, and escalating geopolitical risks. DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where central banks once moved in lockstep, traders are now facing a …

Markets at a Crossroads: EBC Financial Group Examines Biggest Post-Pandemic Divergence in Central Bank Policies

Global rate paths diverge as markets react to U.S. tariffs, Eurozone easing, and escalating geopolitical risks. DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where central banks once moved in lockstep, traders are now facing a …

Markets at a Crossroads: EBC Financial Group Examines Biggest Post-Pandemic Divergence in Central Bank Policies

Global rate paths diverge as markets react to U.S. tariffs, Eurozone easing, and escalating geopolitical risks. DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where central banks once moved in lockstep, traders are now facing a …

US Policy in the Middle East: A Report Card

I. Executive Summary   President Donald J. Trump’s trip to the Middle East next week comes on the heels of more than three months of whirlwind activity in US foreign policy where the region has been a higher priority than it was in the early months of the …

Trump’s Gulf Visit: Strategic Stakes and Symbolic Optics

President Donald Trump is heading to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE on his first foreign trip of his second term, with major investment deals, defense cooperation, and tech diplomacy on the agenda. What are the Gulf states hoping to gain, and what does …

Alona Lebedieva: Localization as an Opportunity for the Economy – If Abuses Are Stopped

KYIV, UKRAINE, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the first time since the introduction of the public procurement law with localization requirements, Ukraine’s Ministry of Economy has applied the mechanism for expanding the list of goods …

Regional and global security challenges at the top of the agenda during NATO PA seminar in Antalya  

08 May 2025 Leading legislators from NATO Allies and partner and guest delegations from across the Middle East and Africa convened in Antalya from 28 to 30 April for a high-level three-day seminar to foster closer dialogue and cooperation as global …

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …