UKRAINE

Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Don't Mess with Ukraine's Minerals

Imagine this: A powerful country, Russia, is now warning another superpower, the U. S. , to keep their hands off Ukraine's valuable minerals. This all started when the U. S. President, Donald Trump, suggested giving military help to Ukraine, but only if they let the U. S. have some of their

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Trump's Deal: Ukraine's Riches for US Aid

A unique proposal has surfaced in the midst of Ukraine's ongoing battle, driven by the United States desire to offset international assistance. Trump's new stance is to access Ukraine's vast rare earth minerals and crucial minerals. The push for access has been coming from diverse sources before

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Struggles: Worrisome Attack on a Residential Area

Ukraine woke up to a chilling an event after a Russian strike on a residential building in Poltava. This attack came during continuous hostilities throughout the nation. The building was targeted and sadly, 14 lives were lost in the strike, including two children. A professor by education, Olena Yav

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Putin's Drone Strikes Put Ukraine on Edge

Imagine waking up to the sound of explosions, not knowing if your home will still be standing. This was the harsh reality for many in Ukraine. Russia's latest drone attacks have left civilians wounded and killed. The drone attacks have caused widespread power outages in many regions. This inclu

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Jan 31 2025POLITICS

Tulsi Gabbard: The Controversial Pick for National Intelligence Head

The recent confirmation hearing for Tulsi Gabbard's nomination to lead the U. S. intelligence services revealed a storm of controversy. Gabbard’s selection has stunned many since she was once a Democratic member of the House. Her views on foreign policy have been questioned, with s

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Jan 27 2025EDUCATION

Sprucing Up Forensic Training in Ukraine: Lessons from Abroad

Forensic experts in Ukraine play a crucial role in solving crimes, but their training and certification process needs a facelift. Right now, the system is overseen by various ministries and central executive bodies. By looking at how the US, UK, and some European Union countries do things, we can fi

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Europe Extends Russia Sanctions: A 6-Month Move

Europe's leaders have given the green light for a six-month extension of sanctions against Russia, targeting various sectors like trade, finance, and energy. This decision came after Hungary lifted its objections, removing a significant roadblock. The sanctions, originally introduced in 2014 after t

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Trump's New Approach: Could He End Ukraine-Russia Conflict?

Donald Trump's first days in office were a flurry of activity, with executive orders and social media posts that left business and political leaders reeling. Among the chaos, there's a glimmer of hope that Trump might tackle one of the world's toughest problems: the ongoing conflict between Russia a

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Virtual Trump Returns to Davos

President Trump is back at the World Economic Forum in Davos, but this time he's joining virtually. Just days after returning to the White House, Trump is set to address an international audience. The annual event, known for gathering global leaders, tech experts, and business bigwigs, is also featu

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Jan 23 2025POLITICS

Why Europe Needs to Spend More on Defense

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg once had a different view on defense spending. As the former Dutch prime minister, Mark Rutte, he often failed to meet NATO's 2% GDP defense spending target. But now, heading the world's most powerful military alliance, he has changed his mind. He credits form

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