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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Live News Updates: Shelling continues in Ukraine’s Kharkiv

2022-05-05

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It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine.

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‘Most of 1.5 million tonnes of grain stolen by Russia’, says Ukraine

2022-05-04

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Russian forces have stolen grain from the areas of Ukraine they occupy, Ukraine's deputy agriculture minister said recently. However, Kremlin denied the grain theft claims.

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Press freedom: why you should be worried | The Economist

2022-05-03

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Global press freedom is facing its greatest challenge in decades—not just in authoritarian countries, but in democracies too. Governments are using more subtle tactics to muzzle the media. What’s going on and why is it so worrying? 00:00 – Introduction: global press freedom is in decline 01:08 – How journalists are being harassed and silenced in India 04:00 – The decline of press freedom in democracies 06:53 – Press freedom in Malta: the murder...

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WION-VOA Co-Production: Russia-Ukraine war ongoings & How is Washington navigating Covid?

2022-05-01

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U.S. President Joe Biden called for the U.S. Congress to pass $33 billion in additional security and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. For more analysis, we're joined by VOA's Correspondent, Jessica Stone.

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From special operation to war: Will Putin declare war against Ukraine?

2022-04-30

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Russian invasion of Ukraine has entered third month now. From special operation to war, will Putin declare war against Ukraine? Watch UK's Defence Secretary's take on Ukraine conflict.

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Rape in the British military: women speak out | The Economist

2022-04-28

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Almost two-thirds of women in the British armed forces have experienced sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination, yet few report their experience because of a culture of fear and impunity. What creates this culture, and how can it be addressed? 00:00 - Sexual harrassment in the British armed forces 01:17 - A culture of sexual harrassment 05:03 - Harassment can lead to serious assault 06:59 - Why women are often silenced by the military 10:30...

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Dr Fauci: follow the science | The Economist

2022-04-26

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Death threats, misinformation and dedication to public service: Dr Anthony Fauci discusses his personal experiences of the covid–19 pandemic with The Economist’s deputy editor, Edward Carr. 00:00 - Who is Dr Anthony Fauci? 00:38 - Should scientists be apolitical? 01:30 - The importance of political neutrality 03:55 - Being a scientist in public service 05:30 - Has science become politicised? Watch the full discussion here:...

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Russian troops to unilaterally stop all hostilities to allow civilian evacuation in Mariupol

2022-04-26

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Russia has announced that it will allow civilians to evacuate from Azovstal steel plant amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

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SMART BOURSE – L’invité de la mi-journée : Thomas Costerg (Pictet WM)

2022-04-25

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Lundi 25 avril 2022, SMART BOURSE reçoit Thomas Costerg (Économiste sénior US, Pictet WM)

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Russia’s Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile test is not a threat: United States | World News

2022-04-25

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Russia has test launched its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile, it's a new addition to the country's nuclear arsenal and Vladimir Putin has said that the missile will give Moscow's enemies something serious to ponder about.

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France sends heavy artillery to Ukraine to help boost their defence

2022-04-25

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France announced that it will be sending heavy artillery to Ukraine as it continues to fight off Russian offensive. French President Emmanuel Macron said that the country is now delivering some significant equipment from Milan which includes anti-tank missiles to caesar self propelled howitzers

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Gravitas: Is the West trying to hide Russian oil imports?

2022-04-24

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Recently, U.S. lectured India to not increase the purchase of Russian oil. Turns out, the West itself is secretly buying Russian oil. Russian tankers have begun disappearing from radar. Are these tankers carrying oil to European ports? #Gravitas #US #RussianOil About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to explore...

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Global protest rage against Russian invasion of Ukraine | World Latest English News | WION

2022-04-24

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Around 200 Russians living in Germany took to the streets holding placards which read 'Russians against the War'. Similar protests were also held in Paris where Ukrainians living in the country called the ongoing war a 'Genocide' #Russia-UkraineWar #Globalprotest #WION About Channel: WION -The World is One News, examines global issues with in-depth analysis. We provide much more than the news of the day. Our aim to empower people to...

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Putin claims taking control of Mariupol, ‘block off Azovstal plant so not even a fly can escape’

2022-04-24

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According to reports, the city of Mariupol, the key port city for which the battle been raging on in Ukraine for almost about eight weeks, Russia has now claimed that it has managed to secure control over the whole of Mariupol except for the Azovstal steel plant.

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Russia ups its offensive against Ukraine, Kyiv says ‘battle for Donbas has begun’ | Latest News

2022-04-23

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It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive in eastern Ukraine with explosions reported all along the eastern front along with attacks in other regions.

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First Images of damaged Russian Cruiser Moskva emerges | Russia-Ukraine Crisis

2022-04-22

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New photos and videos have emerged online of the sinking Russian Moskva ship, the leading Russian warship sank in the Black Sea. Video circulating online shows that it was probably struck by anti-ship missiles, the ship was abandoned before the ship sank in the Black Sea.

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Climate change technology: is shading the earth too risky? | The Economist

2022-04-21

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If the world is getting too hot, why not give it some shade? Solar geoengineering could halt global warming, but there are risks to this controversial technology. 00:00 - Is solar geoengineering worth the risks? 00:41 - On the frontline of climate change 01:40 - What is solar geoengineering? 02:05 - Why the Saami Council stopped a research project 03:33 - Why we need more research 05:05 - The risk of global political tension 06:12 - The risk of...

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Captured Britons put on Russian TV seeks Boris Johnson’s help to free them

2022-04-21

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In a dramatic escalation two British fighters captured in Ukraine by Russian forces were broadcast on Russian state TV, both men looking haggard appealed to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to negotiate their release and asked to be exchanged for pro-Russian politician and Putin ally Viktor Medvedchuk.

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Ukraine says ‘Russia has begun it’s eastern offensive,’ explosions reported across Donbas | WION

2022-04-20

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It is week nine of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and Kyiv says that the second phase of the war has now begun. Russia has launched its much anticipated offensive with explosions reported all along the eastern front, Ukraine's President Zelensky vowed to fight on, listen in.

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Crypto: a beginner’s guide | The Economist

2022-04-19

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Cryptocurrencies, decentralised finance and blockchain technology—what do these terms really mean? The Economist’s finance correspondents guide us through the key concepts of crypto. 00:00 - Crypto can be confusing 00:19 - What is crypto? 01:08 - What is a blockchain? 02:05 - What is mining? 03:15 - What is Bitcoin? 04:00 - What is Ethereum? 04:44 - What is an NFT? 05:41 - How to understand crypto Watch the full discussion here:...

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