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Blinken Seeks U.S. Access to Evan Gershkovich ‘Now’

Wall Street Journal The secretary of State called on Moscow to grant the Wall Street Journal reporter a basic right that is afforded to foreign prisoners under international obligations. https://www.wsj.com/articles/blinken-seeks-u-s-access-to-evan-gershkovich-now-94e0476a

Cutting-Edge Furniture that Feels as Cool as It Looks

Wall Street Journal Whether nylon rope or recycled puffer coats, materials that invite a tactile, sensory experience are surfacing on the best new design. https://www.wsj.com/articles/design-salone-furniture-trend-2bacb155

Two women killed in Russian attack on Kherson

Pravda Ukraine Russian forces hit the city of Kherson on 15 April, killing two women. Source: Andrii Yermak, Head of President’s Office of Ukraine, on Telegram Quote from Yermak: “Two women were killed today [15 April] in a Russian attack on Kherson. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/04/15/7398020/

China protests against ‘illegal’ US sanctions on firms dealing with Russia

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The commerce ministry in Beijing said the move targeting companies in mainland China and Hong Kong endangered global supply chains. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3217195/china-protests-against-illegal-us-sanctions-firms-dealing-russia?utm_source=rss_feed

Israel Police to close Tel Aviv, Haifa roads ahead of judicial reform protests

Jerusalem Post A counter-protest in favor of the reform will be held in Netanya. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-739301

Fire breaks out near tank training ground in Kazan, Russia

Pravda Ukraine A fire is reported to have broken out in the southern suburbs of the city of Kazan, Russia, where a tank training ground is located. Source: local news outlet InKazan; social media Details: The outlet reports a black column of smoke in the southern part of Kazan. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/04/15/7398017/

Russian forces destroy over 315 Ukrainian troops, mercenaries near Donetsk – top brass

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The official representative of the department, Lieutenant-General Igor Konashenkov, said that the rocket troops, artillery, and aviation of the “Southern” group of troops are supporting offensive operations in the Artemovsk region https://tass.com/defense/1604817

Russia expects conflicting sides in Sudan to start negotiations soon – ambassador

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Russian Ambassador Andrey Chernovol recommended that Russians in the republic stay at home and not go near windows https://tass.com/politics/1604815

The Fox News Defamation Trial: What to Know

Wall Street Journal Dominion Voting Systems’ $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News is headed to a jury trial. The case involves false election-fraud claims that aired on Fox News. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-fox-news-defamation-trial-what-to-know-705d3765

Ukrainian losses near Kupyansk total up to 40 personnel – top brass

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The official representative of the department, Lieutenant General Igor Konashenkov, said that the enemy also lost three pieces of equipment https://tass.com/defense/1604813