Prologue Journal – Page 173 – Understanding current events through the lenses of the past and future.

Kremlin spokesman refutes allegations of Russia making impossible demands on Ukraine

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. US President Donald Trump said earlier that he had received “strong signals” from Russia that it was “ready for peace” https://tass.com/politics/1925993

Third victim of UAV assault in Moscow region passes away — local administration

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Yevgenia Khrustalyova said that the families of the deceased will receive all the necessary help https://tass.com/politics/1925991

Who Canada has picked as Prime Minister to face Trump and whether he will support Kyiv

Pravda Ukraine https://www.eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2025/03/11/7206858/

Hong Kong customs uncovers gold bars worth HK$46 million in Japan-bound shipment

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Discovery marks largest gold bullion-smuggling case uncovered by the department. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3301981/hong-kong-customs-uncovers-gold-bars-worth-hk46-million-japan-bound-shipment?utm_source=rss_feed

Apple plans to radically change interface of iPhone, iPad, Mac — Bloomberg

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. In particular, the company is “aiming to make the operating systems more consistent and simplify navigation” https://tass.com/society/1925985

Nearly quarter of Ukraine remains potentially mined, says Ukraine’s PM

Pravda Ukraine A total of 139,000 square kilometers, or 23% of Ukraine’s territory, remains potentially mined Source: Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal during a government meeting Details: The prime minister stated that 84 certified operators are currently engaged in mine clearance efforts, utilising 225 demining machines, some of which are domestically produced. The state…

Israel to return several Lebanese captured during war back to Lebanon

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-845617

IAF strikes terrorists in central Gaza, Lebanon

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-845616

China’s answer to ‘drill, baby, drill’, top scientist dies: SCMP daily highlights

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. From Zhao Leji’s absence at the ‘two sessions’ closing to China’s energy security, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3301977/chinas-answer-drill-baby-drill-top-scientist-dies-scmp-daily-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed

Soldiers of Ukraine’s Ground Forces thank people of United States for their assistance – video

Pravda Ukraine Soldiers of the Ground Forces of Ukraine’s Armed Forces have recorded a video message to thank the American people for their military assistance, which allows Ukraine to resist the Russian aggressor and protect the lives of civilians. Source: press service for the Ground Forces Command on social media Quote: “The soldiers of the…