Category: Nations
Ukraine postpones “jubilee” attacks on Russia after US request – The Washington Post
Pravda Ukraine Ukrainian intelligence had planned a massive strike on Moscow on the anniversary of the full-scale invasion on 24 February but abandoned it at the request of the US. Source: The Washington Post Quote: “Kyrylo Budanov, Chief of Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence, planned bold strikes deep behind enemy lines that unnerved officials in Washington. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/04/24/7399170/
Read MorePress review: Berlin, Moscow in tit-for-tat envoy spat and Budapest balks at Kiev NATO bid
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, April 24th https://tass.com/pressreview/1608499
Read MoreAustralia to Reshape Military Amid Growing U.S.-China Rivalry
Wall Street Journal A wide-ranging review of Australia’s military found that the U.S ally needs to quickly overhaul its armed forces and focus more on capabilities such as long-range missiles. https://www.wsj.com/articles/australia-to-reshape-military-amid-growing-u-s-china-rivalry-46e6ca43
Read MoreRussian artillery claims lives of two people in Donetsk Oblast
Pravda Ukraine On 24 April in the morning, the Russians took the lives of two more men and injured a woman in Donetsk Oblast. Source: the Donetsk Oblast Prosecutor’s Office Details: A pre-trial investigation is being conducted in the criminal case on the fact of violating laws and customs of war. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/04/24/7399168/
Read MoreMedvedev suspects Warsaw has designs on whatever rump may ultimately remain of Ukraine
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The deputy Russian Security Council chief also pointed to Poland’s demand that Berlin pay Warsaw $1.5 trillion in reparations for damages inflicted on the Eastern European country during World War II https://tass.com/politics/1608575
Read MoreDrone with American engine found near Moscow -report
Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-740118
Read MoreJerusalem dentist convicted for spying for Hezbollah
Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-740117
Read MoreNew Taipei mayor seeks more government funding for monthly transport pass
New Taipei, April 24 (CNA) New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) on Monday called on the central government to earmark more funding to subsidize a NT$1,200 (US$39.16) monthly public transport pass program for commuters in Keelung, New Taipei, Taipei and Taoyuan which is set to be rolled out in July. https://focustaiwan.tw/society/202304240013
Read MoreOneFamily’s annual Yom Hazikaron Ceremony for Fallen Soliders and Victims of terror
Jerusalem Post Join the OneFamily Fund- Israel’s organization for promoting and defending the rights and needs of terror victims, as they memorize civilian terror victims on Yom Hazikaron. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-740036
Read MoreHow to Spot Greenwashing: When Companies Aren’t as Green as They Claim
Wall Street Journal Companies, countries and organizations are attracting consumers and investors with promises to be more environmentally friendly. But what happens when they fall short? Here’s how greenwashing is misleading consumers about how sustainable products and services are. https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-to-spot-greenwashing-when-companies-arent-as-green-as-they-claim-d65d9aa8
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