Russia Invests in AI Surveillance Amidst Major Ukrainian Drone Attacks
Russia plans to spend nearly 2 billion rubles on an AI-powered video surveillance system by 2026, while Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on various Russian regions on January 14th, targeting infrastructure including oil refineries and causing fires and temporary airport closures.
Russia Invests in AI Surveillance Amidst Major Ukrainian Drone Attacks
Russia plans to spend nearly 2 billion rubles on an AI-powered video surveillance system by 2026, while Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on various Russian regions on January 14th, targeting infrastructure including oil refineries and causing fires and temporary airport closures.
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40% Bias Score
Trump's 5% Defense Spending Demand Challenges NATO
President-elect Trump urged NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a target deemed unachievable for most European nations, including Poland (4.7% in 2024), while Ukraine's President Zelensky seeks strengthened air defenses at the Ramstein meeting.
Trump's 5% Defense Spending Demand Challenges NATO
President-elect Trump urged NATO members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a target deemed unachievable for most European nations, including Poland (4.7% in 2024), while Ukraine's President Zelensky seeks strengthened air defenses at the Ramstein meeting.
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52% Bias Score
Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash Kills 38 Near Aktau
An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing at least 38 people; initial reports suggest external factors caused the crash, while Russia blames Ukrainian attacks for preventing a Grozny landing.
Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash Kills 38 Near Aktau
An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing at least 38 people; initial reports suggest external factors caused the crash, while Russia blames Ukrainian attacks for preventing a Grozny landing.
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40% Bias Score
Ukraine Deploys New Remote Weapon Systems
Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has deployed two new domestically produced remotely operated weapon systems: the Wolly module and the Droid TW 12.7, both featuring machine guns and advanced targeting systems, showcasing technological advancements in the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine Deploys New Remote Weapon Systems
Ukraine's Ministry of Defence has deployed two new domestically produced remotely operated weapon systems: the Wolly module and the Droid TW 12.7, both featuring machine guns and advanced targeting systems, showcasing technological advancements in the ongoing conflict.
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32% Bias Score
Ukraine Strikes Major Russian Oil Depot
Ukraine's military confirmed a drone strike on a major Russian oil depot in the Oryol region, causing a large fire; the depot supports Russia's military, and 11 drones were reportedly shot down over the region.
Ukraine Strikes Major Russian Oil Depot
Ukraine's military confirmed a drone strike on a major Russian oil depot in the Oryol region, causing a large fire; the depot supports Russia's military, and 11 drones were reportedly shot down over the region.
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36% Bias Score
Zelensky-Biden Rift Threatens US-Ukraine Cooperation
Zelensky's refusal to lower the mobilization age has strained his relationship with Biden, potentially jeopardizing future military aid and strategic cooperation. Meanwhile, Ukraine reportedly sent drones and operators to aid Syrian rebels fighting Russia-backed forces, showcasing a broader strategy...
Zelensky-Biden Rift Threatens US-Ukraine Cooperation
Zelensky's refusal to lower the mobilization age has strained his relationship with Biden, potentially jeopardizing future military aid and strategic cooperation. Meanwhile, Ukraine reportedly sent drones and operators to aid Syrian rebels fighting Russia-backed forces, showcasing a broader strategy...
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40% Bias Score
Massive Data Breach: 148,000 Norwegians Affected by Russian Hackers
Russian hackers stole location data from 148,000 Norwegians via the US-based firm Gravy Analytics, raising serious concerns about the potential for manipulation and misuse of personal information; the Norwegian Data Protection Authority called the scale "potentially massive".
Massive Data Breach: 148,000 Norwegians Affected by Russian Hackers
Russian hackers stole location data from 148,000 Norwegians via the US-based firm Gravy Analytics, raising serious concerns about the potential for manipulation and misuse of personal information; the Norwegian Data Protection Authority called the scale "potentially massive".
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48% Bias Score
Heavy Casualties Reported Among North Korean Soldiers in Russia's Kursk Region
The Ukrainian military intelligence reported significant casualties among North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region, with low morale and alcohol abuse noted among them, while Ukraine's offensive, initiated in August 2024, has seen fluctuating territorial control.
Heavy Casualties Reported Among North Korean Soldiers in Russia's Kursk Region
The Ukrainian military intelligence reported significant casualties among North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region, with low morale and alcohol abuse noted among them, while Ukraine's offensive, initiated in August 2024, has seen fluctuating territorial control.
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40% Bias Score
Russia's Christmas Day Missile Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid
On Christmas Day, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure; DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, reported significant damage to its power plants, resulting in power outages in several regions; Ukraine's air defenses intercepted num...
Russia's Christmas Day Missile Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid
On Christmas Day, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure; DTEK, Ukraine's largest private energy company, reported significant damage to its power plants, resulting in power outages in several regions; Ukraine's air defenses intercepted num...
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40% Bias Score
30 North Korean Soldiers Killed or Wounded in Kursk Region Attacks
Ukraine's military intelligence reported that at least 30 North Korean soldiers were killed or wounded in attacks in Russia's Kursk region on December 14-15, 2024, with three more missing; fresh troops are replacing losses.
30 North Korean Soldiers Killed or Wounded in Kursk Region Attacks
Ukraine's military intelligence reported that at least 30 North Korean soldiers were killed or wounded in attacks in Russia's Kursk region on December 14-15, 2024, with three more missing; fresh troops are replacing losses.
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36% Bias Score
Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine using 93 missiles and almost 200 drones, with Ukrainian air defenses shooting down 81 missiles. This included at least one North Korean missile, prompting increased military readiness in Poland and another $500 million in US military aid for Ukraine.
Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine using 93 missiles and almost 200 drones, with Ukrainian air defenses shooting down 81 missiles. This included at least one North Korean missile, prompting increased military readiness in Poland and another $500 million in US military aid for Ukraine.
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52% Bias Score
China Warned Against Supporting Russia's War in Ukraine
During a visit to Beijing, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned China against supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, citing the involvement of North Korean troops and the supply of Chinese drones, emphasizing that such actions would have consequences.
China Warned Against Supporting Russia's War in Ukraine
During a visit to Beijing, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned China against supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, citing the involvement of North Korean troops and the supply of Chinese drones, emphasizing that such actions would have consequences.
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36% Bias Score