EU Backs Ukraine as Trump Calls for Ceasefire
The EU invited Ukrainian President Zelensky to a summit to show support amid Russia's ongoing invasion; Donald Trump simultaneously called for an immediate ceasefire, while the UK announced $286 million in military aid for Ukraine in 2025; reports indicate 100 North Korean soldiers have died fightin...
EU Backs Ukraine as Trump Calls for Ceasefire
The EU invited Ukrainian President Zelensky to a summit to show support amid Russia's ongoing invasion; Donald Trump simultaneously called for an immediate ceasefire, while the UK announced $286 million in military aid for Ukraine in 2025; reports indicate 100 North Korean soldiers have died fightin...
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48% Bias Score
Fragile Ceasefire Extended in Northern Syria Amidst Conflicting Statements
A US-brokered ceasefire between Turkey-backed Syrian National Army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in northern Syria has been extended until the weekend, despite differing statements from both the US and Turkey, while the SDF accused Turkey of violating the ceasefire and declared its re...
Fragile Ceasefire Extended in Northern Syria Amidst Conflicting Statements
A US-brokered ceasefire between Turkey-backed Syrian National Army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces in northern Syria has been extended until the weekend, despite differing statements from both the US and Turkey, while the SDF accused Turkey of violating the ceasefire and declared its re...
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40% Bias Score
Zelenskyy Urges Unified US-EU Support for Ukraine Amidst Concerns Over Trump's Aid Cuts
During a visit to Brussels, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged continued US-EU support for his war-torn country, expressing concern over President-elect Trump's plans to cut military aid and emphasizing the need for air defense systems and humanitarian assistance, while facing potential obstacles f...
Zelenskyy Urges Unified US-EU Support for Ukraine Amidst Concerns Over Trump's Aid Cuts
During a visit to Brussels, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged continued US-EU support for his war-torn country, expressing concern over President-elect Trump's plans to cut military aid and emphasizing the need for air defense systems and humanitarian assistance, while facing potential obstacles f...
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40% Bias Score
Western Balkan EU Accession: Delays, Divisions, and Uncertain Futures
Despite repeated pledges since a 2003 Thessaloniki summit, only Croatia among the Western Balkan nations has joined the EU; ongoing accession negotiations with six others face delays, internal EU divisions, and geopolitical complexities, with no concrete timeline set.
Western Balkan EU Accession: Delays, Divisions, and Uncertain Futures
Despite repeated pledges since a 2003 Thessaloniki summit, only Croatia among the Western Balkan nations has joined the EU; ongoing accession negotiations with six others face delays, internal EU divisions, and geopolitical complexities, with no concrete timeline set.
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56% Bias Score
Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Slower Pace of Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty
The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to a range of 4.25% to 4.5% on Wednesday, signaling a slower pace of future cuts due to uncertainty surrounding the incoming Trump administration and higher inflation expectations; Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack dissented.
Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Slower Pace of Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty
The US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points to a range of 4.25% to 4.5% on Wednesday, signaling a slower pace of future cuts due to uncertainty surrounding the incoming Trump administration and higher inflation expectations; Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack dissented.
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44% Bias Score
Record High German Arms Exports Raise Concerns
German arms exports hit a record \"12 billion euros in 2023, with increased sales to controversial countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Israel, despite stated aims for restrictive policies, raising human rights and regional stability concerns.
Record High German Arms Exports Raise Concerns
German arms exports hit a record \"12 billion euros in 2023, with increased sales to controversial countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Israel, despite stated aims for restrictive policies, raising human rights and regional stability concerns.
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52% Bias Score
Kellogg Condemns Kirillov Assassination, Questions Impact on Ukraine Peace Efforts
Retired US General Keith Kellogg criticized the assassination of Russian General Igor Kirillov in Moscow, stating it violates the rules of war despite the SBU's accusations against Kirillov. Kellogg plans a fact-finding mission to Kyiv in January to gather information before advising the incoming Tr...
Kellogg Condemns Kirillov Assassination, Questions Impact on Ukraine Peace Efforts
Retired US General Keith Kellogg criticized the assassination of Russian General Igor Kirillov in Moscow, stating it violates the rules of war despite the SBU's accusations against Kirillov. Kellogg plans a fact-finding mission to Kyiv in January to gather information before advising the incoming Tr...
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44% Bias Score
EU Condemns Human Rights Abuses in Occupied Crimea
The European Parliament passed a resolution on December 19th condemning Russia's human rights abuses in occupied Crimea, citing the cases of Irina Danilovich, Tofik Abdulhaliev, and Amet Suleimanov, among others, and calling for their release and increased sanctions against Russia.
EU Condemns Human Rights Abuses in Occupied Crimea
The European Parliament passed a resolution on December 19th condemning Russia's human rights abuses in occupied Crimea, citing the cases of Irina Danilovich, Tofik Abdulhaliev, and Amet Suleimanov, among others, and calling for their release and increased sanctions against Russia.
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60% Bias Score
Putin Open to Talks with Trump on Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on December 19, 2024, his readiness to hold talks with US President-elect Donald Trump at any time, expressing confidence in Russia's military position while emphasizing the need for long-term peace secured with guarantees for Russia and its citizens.
Putin Open to Talks with Trump on Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on December 19, 2024, his readiness to hold talks with US President-elect Donald Trump at any time, expressing confidence in Russia's military position while emphasizing the need for long-term peace secured with guarantees for Russia and its citizens.
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44% Bias Score
Russia's Syrian Withdrawal and Potential Libyan Buildup
Following the Syrian regime's collapse, Russia is reportedly withdrawing some military assets from Syria, potentially transferring them to Libya, impacting regional security and possibly creating new challenges for NATO.
Russia's Syrian Withdrawal and Potential Libyan Buildup
Following the Syrian regime's collapse, Russia is reportedly withdrawing some military assets from Syria, potentially transferring them to Libya, impacting regional security and possibly creating new challenges for NATO.
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40% Bias Score
Successful Pig Kidney Transplant Shows Promise for Organ Shortage
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old American woman with end-stage renal disease, received a genetically modified pig kidney transplant at NYU Langone Health on November 25th, 2024, showing improved health and kidney function three weeks post-surgery, offering hope for addressing the critical organ shortage...
Successful Pig Kidney Transplant Shows Promise for Organ Shortage
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old American woman with end-stage renal disease, received a genetically modified pig kidney transplant at NYU Langone Health on November 25th, 2024, showing improved health and kidney function three weeks post-surgery, offering hope for addressing the critical organ shortage...
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36% Bias Score
Fall of Assad Regime Brings Renewed Hope for Syrian Cultural Rebirth
The fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad after over 50 years of the Assad family's rule has sparked renewed hope among Syrian artists, writers, and journalists living in exile in Germany, who are now considering returning to help rebuild their nation's cultural scene following years of systematic...
Fall of Assad Regime Brings Renewed Hope for Syrian Cultural Rebirth
The fall of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad after over 50 years of the Assad family's rule has sparked renewed hope among Syrian artists, writers, and journalists living in exile in Germany, who are now considering returning to help rebuild their nation's cultural scene following years of systematic...
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36% Bias Score