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US to start training Ukrainian military with Abrams tanks in coming weeks – Associated Press

Pravda Ukraine The US will begin training the Ukrainian military to operate Abrams tanks in the coming weeks. Source: Associated Press, citing officials who spoke on condition of anonymity, as reported by European Pravda Details: AP notes that the US side wants to deploy tanks to the battlefield in Ukraine as soon as possible. https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2023/04/21/7398857/

Kremlin does not discuss new wave of mobilization — spokesman

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Dmitry Peskov drew attention to the fact that “work is currently in progress to improve and digitalize the system of military registration and enlistment” https://tass.com/politics/1607697

Conservatives Call for Break with Archbishop of Canterbury Over Same-Sex Blessings

Wall Street Journal African bishops have emerged as leaders of the Anglican church’s conservative wing. https://www.wsj.com/articles/conservative-anglicans-call-for-break-with-archbishop-of-canterbury-over-same-sex-blessings-2564937b

Europe’s Economy Grows Despite Banking Stress

Wall Street Journal A monthly survey of businesses showed little sign that recent banking strains on the continent are weighing on the region’s economic rebound. https://www.wsj.com/articles/europes-economy-grows-despite-banking-stress-98becb2a

Kiev’s extremism, crimes confirm that special operation must go on — Russian MFA

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The ministry drew attention to “the latest portion of extremist statements by some Ukrainian officials,” in particular, Mikhail Podolyak, who, “openly stated that today the Kiev regime has a unique chance to quickly and painlessly physically ‘mop up’ a large number of pro-Russian…

Vice Admiral Vorobyov appointed as commander of Russia’s Baltic Fleet — source

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Two sources close to the Russian Defense Ministry told TASS on April 20 that Admiral Liina might replace Pacific Fleet Commander Sergey Avakyants in this post while Vice Admiral Vorobyov might be appointed as commander of the Baltic Fleet https://tass.com/defense/1607695

No change to French stand on Taiwan, envoy to Hong Kong says in wake of Macron’s comments

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Consul general Christile Drulhe says French position on the island has always been clear and constant. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3217872/no-change-french-stand-taiwan-envoy-hong-kong-says-wake-macrons-comments?utm_source=rss_feed

Press review: Ramstein to seek chinks in Russia’s armor and West nears sanctions overkill

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, April 21st https://tass.com/pressreview/1607571

A fight brewing in Oregon could decide how we heat our homes and cook

Washington Post The gas industry plans to spend millions to defeat Eugene, Ore.’s ban on gas in newly built homes. If it succeeds, it could shape the industry’s national strategy. https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/04/21/natural-gas-industry-oregon-ban/

Corsair Makes Progress Toward a $1.25 Billion Target

Wall Street Journal The buyout firm has raised around $340 million for its sixth main fund and made at least two investments so far from the pool. https://www.wsj.com/articles/corsair-makes-progress-toward-a-1-25-billion-target-e8854a9a