Tag: Russia
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U.S. reinforces support for Ukraine during Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma’s Kyiv visit
Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met, on September 6, 2024, with key Ukrainian officials in Kyiv, reaffirming the United States’ commitment to Ukraine’s economic recovery and resilience amid ongoing challenges. In meetings with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Minister of Finance Serhii Marchenko, and other…
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U.S. announces $250 million military aid package for Ukraine amid conflict with Russia
| Shongjog news agency | The United States has unveiled a new package of significant military aid for Ukraine to support its defense against Russia’s ongoing attacks. This latest assistance of $250 million, drawn from Department of Defense stocks, includes air defense missiles, munitions for rocket systems and artillery, anti-tank…
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Iran allegedly supplies short-range ballistic missiles to Russia
| Shongjog news agency | The Wall Street Journal, on September 6, 2024, reported that Iran has sent short-range ballistic missiles to Russia, based on information from unnamed U.S. and European officials. The specific type and quantity of the missiles were not disclosed. Earlier in August, Reuters had reported that…
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Iran calls Russia’s support for Zangezur Corridor a threat to regional integrity
| Shongjog news agency | Iran, on September 5, 2024, criticized Russia’s support for the Zangezur Corridor project in the South Caucasus, which aims to provide Azerbaijan with direct access to its Nakhchivan exclave by bypassing Armenia. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared that any threats to regional territorial integrity…
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U.S. Unveils New Measures against Russian Covert Efforts to Influence U.S. Elections
In a press briefing held on September 4, 2024, the Department of State’s spokesperson Matthew Miller has made accusations about new Russian efforts to undermine the United States’ democracy. Miller further mentioned that the Department of Justice revealed that RT (formerly Russia Today) is now using covert means to influence…
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FBI uncovers Russia’s covert psychological warfare campaign targeting Europe
| Shongjog news agency | The U.S. government, on September 4, 2024, indicted two Russian citizens and seized over 30 internet domains linked to efforts to influence American elections. The FBI’s court filings revealed that the Russian operation also targeted politicians, businesspeople, journalists, and influencers in Germany, France, Italy, and…
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