Putin Claims Russia's Economic Growth Amidst Global Slowdown
During his annual press conference, President Vladimir Putin claimed Russia's economy is growing despite global economic downturn, attributing Germany's stagnation to a lack of national pride, while asserting Russia's military is gaining ground in Ukraine and is ready to meet with Donald Trump.
Putin Claims Russia's Economic Growth Amidst Global Slowdown
During his annual press conference, President Vladimir Putin claimed Russia's economy is growing despite global economic downturn, attributing Germany's stagnation to a lack of national pride, while asserting Russia's military is gaining ground in Ukraine and is ready to meet with Donald Trump.
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68% 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
Zelenskyy Urges Unity as Trump Presidency Raises Ukraine Aid Concerns
With Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, concerns rise about reduced U.S. support for Ukraine, prompting President Zelenskyy's call for European unity and security guarantees as allies prepare for peace negotiations with Russia and strengthen military aid.
Zelenskyy Urges Unity as Trump Presidency Raises Ukraine Aid Concerns
With Donald Trump's upcoming presidency, concerns rise about reduced U.S. support for Ukraine, prompting President Zelenskyy's call for European unity and security guarantees as allies prepare for peace negotiations with Russia and strengthen military aid.
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56% Bias Score
Global Surge in Autonomous Underwater Drone Development
Nations globally are rapidly developing autonomous underwater drones (UUVs) like the Orca, Ghost Shark, and Herne for enhanced maritime surveillance and defense, driven by geopolitical tensions and technological advancements, leading to a potential shift in naval power dynamics.
Global Surge in Autonomous Underwater Drone Development
Nations globally are rapidly developing autonomous underwater drones (UUVs) like the Orca, Ghost Shark, and Herne for enhanced maritime surveillance and defense, driven by geopolitical tensions and technological advancements, leading to a potential shift in naval power dynamics.
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48% Bias Score
Satellite Imagery Suggests Potential Russian Military Withdrawal from Syria
New satellite images show increased activity at Russia's Khmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base in Syria, suggesting a potential Russian military withdrawal despite official statements of a regrouping; transport planes are observed removing cargo, and military vehicles are moving toward the bases.
Satellite Imagery Suggests Potential Russian Military Withdrawal from Syria
New satellite images show increased activity at Russia's Khmeimim airbase and Tartus naval base in Syria, suggesting a potential Russian military withdrawal despite official statements of a regrouping; transport planes are observed removing cargo, and military vehicles are moving toward the bases.
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40% Bias Score
EU Reaffirms Commitment to Western Balkans Integration
The 5th EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels concluded with the adoption of the 2024 Brussels Declaration, reaffirming the EU's commitment to integrating the Western Balkans and outlining a €6 billion Growth Plan to accelerate the process. Leaders from six Western Balkan countries participated.
EU Reaffirms Commitment to Western Balkans Integration
The 5th EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels concluded with the adoption of the 2024 Brussels Declaration, reaffirming the EU's commitment to integrating the Western Balkans and outlining a €6 billion Growth Plan to accelerate the process. Leaders from six Western Balkan countries participated.
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44% Bias Score
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
100 North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine
At least 100 North Korean soldiers have been killed in Ukraine since December, South Korean lawmakers reported, with an additional 1,000 injured, highlighting the ineffectiveness of North Korean troops and their use as expendable units by Russia. Despite these losses, North Korea plans to deploy a n...
100 North Korean Soldiers Killed in Ukraine
At least 100 North Korean soldiers have been killed in Ukraine since December, South Korean lawmakers reported, with an additional 1,000 injured, highlighting the ineffectiveness of North Korean troops and their use as expendable units by Russia. Despite these losses, North Korea plans to deploy a n...
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48% Bias Score
Putin Claims Economic Superiority Over Britain, Rejects UK Claims of Russian Agents
During his end-of-year press conference, Vladimir Putin asserted Russia's economic superiority over Great Britain, citing its fourth global ranking in purchasing power parity, while dismissing British claims of Russian agents creating chaos as "utter rubbish".
Putin Claims Economic Superiority Over Britain, Rejects UK Claims of Russian Agents
During his end-of-year press conference, Vladimir Putin asserted Russia's economic superiority over Great Britain, citing its fourth global ranking in purchasing power parity, while dismissing British claims of Russian agents creating chaos as "utter rubbish".
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56% Bias Score
Released French Officials: Moroccan Mediation Highlights Franco-Moroccan Reconciliation
Four French officials, detained in Burkina Faso since December 1, 2023, on espionage charges, have been released following Moroccan mediation, marking a significant step in the improving relations between France and Morocco after years of strained ties.
Released French Officials: Moroccan Mediation Highlights Franco-Moroccan Reconciliation
Four French officials, detained in Burkina Faso since December 1, 2023, on espionage charges, have been released following Moroccan mediation, marking a significant step in the improving relations between France and Morocco after years of strained ties.
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40% Bias Score
Trump's Opposition to CHIPS Act Threatens US Semiconductor Strategy
President-elect Trump's opposition to the $280 billion CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at boosting US semiconductor manufacturing, threatens to delay or alter the distribution of funds to companies like TSMC and Samsung, creating uncertainty for the global chip industry.
Trump's Opposition to CHIPS Act Threatens US Semiconductor Strategy
President-elect Trump's opposition to the $280 billion CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at boosting US semiconductor manufacturing, threatens to delay or alter the distribution of funds to companies like TSMC and Samsung, creating uncertainty for the global chip industry.
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44% Bias Score
Putin: Syria Intervention Successful, Russian Economy Stable
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his year-end address, stated that Russia's intervention in Syria prevented the creation of a terrorist state and that the Russian economy is stable with a projected growth of 4 percent this year. He also discussed ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the need for a r...
Putin: Syria Intervention Successful, Russian Economy Stable
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his year-end address, stated that Russia's intervention in Syria prevented the creation of a terrorist state and that the Russian economy is stable with a projected growth of 4 percent this year. He also discussed ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the need for a r...
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56% Bias Score