Moscow General's Assassination: War's Arrival in Russia
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirilov and his aide Ilya Polykarpov by a bomb hidden in an e-scooter in Moscow on Tuesday brought the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians, raising questions about potential escalations and the Kremlin's response.
Moscow General's Assassination: War's Arrival in Russia
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirilov and his aide Ilya Polykarpov by a bomb hidden in an e-scooter in Moscow on Tuesday brought the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians, raising questions about potential escalations and the Kremlin's response.
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52% Bias Score
Heavy North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine
North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine's Kursk region are reportedly suffering heavy casualties, with estimates ranging to hundreds of dead and wounded, according to Ukrainian and US intelligence; Russia is accused of concealing losses by burning bodies; the lack of a strong alli...
Heavy North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine
North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine's Kursk region are reportedly suffering heavy casualties, with estimates ranging to hundreds of dead and wounded, according to Ukrainian and US intelligence; Russia is accused of concealing losses by burning bodies; the lack of a strong alli...
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52% Bias Score
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov and his aide by a bomb placed in a scooter in Moscow on December 17, 2023, brought the realities of the Ukraine war closer to home for many Russians, challenging the perception of the conflict as distant and prompting potential escalation.
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
The assassination of Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov and his aide by a bomb placed in a scooter in Moscow on December 17, 2023, brought the realities of the Ukraine war closer to home for many Russians, challenging the perception of the conflict as distant and prompting potential escalation.
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48% Bias Score
North Korean Troops Confirmed Fighting in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine, primarily in the Kursk region, suffering significant losses, marking a major escalation of the conflict.
North Korean Troops Confirmed Fighting in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine, primarily in the Kursk region, suffering significant losses, marking a major escalation of the conflict.
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32% Bias Score
Russia Deploys 11,000 North Korean Soldiers to Ukraine
Ukraine accuses Russia of deploying approximately 11,000 North Korean soldiers to support its offensive in the Kursk region, where they have suffered significant casualties, highlighting a deepening military partnership between Russia and North Korea.
Russia Deploys 11,000 North Korean Soldiers to Ukraine
Ukraine accuses Russia of deploying approximately 11,000 North Korean soldiers to support its offensive in the Kursk region, where they have suffered significant casualties, highlighting a deepening military partnership between Russia and North Korea.
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40% Bias Score
Russia Poised for Weekend Missile Strike on Ukraine: US Source
An anonymous US National Security Council source told the Financial Times that Russia may launch a missile strike on Ukraine using the experimental "Oreshnik" missile this weekend, following previous statements by Vladimir Putin and a recent US assessment of the possibility.
Russia Poised for Weekend Missile Strike on Ukraine: US Source
An anonymous US National Security Council source told the Financial Times that Russia may launch a missile strike on Ukraine using the experimental "Oreshnik" missile this weekend, following previous statements by Vladimir Putin and a recent US assessment of the possibility.
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44% Bias Score
Heavy North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine Conflict
North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia's war against Ukraine are suffering heavy casualties, according to Ukrainian and US intelligence, with over 200 wounded soldiers admitted to a Moscow hospital. This follows reports of approximately 10,000 North Korean troops deployed, along with munitions, in...
Heavy North Korean Casualties Reported in Ukraine Conflict
North Korean soldiers fighting in Russia's war against Ukraine are suffering heavy casualties, according to Ukrainian and US intelligence, with over 200 wounded soldiers admitted to a Moscow hospital. This follows reports of approximately 10,000 North Korean troops deployed, along with munitions, in...
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40% Bias Score
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
Major General Igor Kirillov and his aide were killed by an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday morning; the attack, likely a targeted assassination, brings the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians and is interpreted by some as a potential catalyst for escalation.
Moscow Assassination Underscores Ukraine War's Proximity
Major General Igor Kirillov and his aide were killed by an explosion in Moscow on Tuesday morning; the attack, likely a targeted assassination, brings the realities of the war in Ukraine closer to home for many Russians and is interpreted by some as a potential catalyst for escalation.
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44% Bias Score
Russia Vows Retribution After Assassination of Top General in Moscow
On December 17, 2024, a bomb hidden on an e-scooter killed Russian General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, in Moscow; Ukraine claimed responsibility, prompting Russia to vow retaliation.
Russia Vows Retribution After Assassination of Top General in Moscow
On December 17, 2024, a bomb hidden on an e-scooter killed Russian General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, in Moscow; Ukraine claimed responsibility, prompting Russia to vow retaliation.
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24% Bias Score
North Korean Troops Fighting in Ukraine: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine's occupied Kursk region, suffering significant casualties; this follows previous reports of their presence and comes amidst allegations of Moscow providing Pyongyang with fuel,...
North Korean Troops Fighting in Ukraine: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that North Korean troops are fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine's occupied Kursk region, suffering significant casualties; this follows previous reports of their presence and comes amidst allegations of Moscow providing Pyongyang with fuel,...
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40% Bias Score
Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid
On December 15th, Russia launched a combined missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using 94 missiles and 193 drones, including a North Korean KN-23 missile and four Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, causing widespread power outages amidst a cold snap; Russia claims it was in retali...
Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid
On December 15th, Russia launched a combined missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using 94 missiles and 193 drones, including a North Korean KN-23 missile and four Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, causing widespread power outages amidst a cold snap; Russia claims it was in retali...
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48% Bias Score
Improved Russian Tactics Reduce Ukrainian Air Defense Effectiveness in December 13th Strike
On December 13th, 2023, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine, resulting in significant damage across the country despite Ukrainian claims of shooting down most missiles; improved Russian tactics and the use of daylight for the strike contributed to the attack's success.
Improved Russian Tactics Reduce Ukrainian Air Defense Effectiveness in December 13th Strike
On December 13th, 2023, Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine, resulting in significant damage across the country despite Ukrainian claims of shooting down most missiles; improved Russian tactics and the use of daylight for the strike contributed to the attack's success.
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56% Bias Score