Trump Threatens Russia with Sanctions to End Ukraine War
Donald Trump threatened Russia with increased taxes, tariffs, and sanctions if a peace deal on Ukraine isn't reached soon, marking his most detailed attempt yet to resolve the conflict and contrasting with previous US strategies focusing on military aid to Ukraine.
Trump Threatens Russia with Sanctions to End Ukraine War
Donald Trump threatened Russia with increased taxes, tariffs, and sanctions if a peace deal on Ukraine isn't reached soon, marking his most detailed attempt yet to resolve the conflict and contrasting with previous US strategies focusing on military aid to Ukraine.
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36% Bias Score
Trump Threatens Russia with Sanctions if Ukraine Deal Fails
President Donald Trump threatened Russia with high taxes, tariffs, and sanctions if it doesn't reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine, posting the threat on his Truth Social platform; he also hinted at potentially adjusting arms supplies to Ukraine depending on the progress of negotiations.
Trump Threatens Russia with Sanctions if Ukraine Deal Fails
President Donald Trump threatened Russia with high taxes, tariffs, and sanctions if it doesn't reach a deal to end the war in Ukraine, posting the threat on his Truth Social platform; he also hinted at potentially adjusting arms supplies to Ukraine depending on the progress of negotiations.
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52% Bias Score
Transnistria Freezes as Russia Cuts Gas Supplies, Exposing Regional Instability"
Due to Russia cutting off gas supplies since January 1st, Transnistria, a region in Moldova, faces critical shortages of heating, hot water, and electricity, forcing residents to endure freezing temperatures and causing widespread hardship; the situation reveals Russia's use of energy as a political...
Transnistria Freezes as Russia Cuts Gas Supplies, Exposing Regional Instability"
Due to Russia cutting off gas supplies since January 1st, Transnistria, a region in Moldova, faces critical shortages of heating, hot water, and electricity, forcing residents to endure freezing temperatures and causing widespread hardship; the situation reveals Russia's use of energy as a political...
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56% Bias Score
Putin and Xi Emphasize Strong Ties Amidst Trump's Inauguration
Following Donald Trump's inauguration, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping held a video call to discuss their close ties and potential contacts with the new US administration; China's support for Russia amidst Western sanctions underscores their deepening strategic partnership.
Putin and Xi Emphasize Strong Ties Amidst Trump's Inauguration
Following Donald Trump's inauguration, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping held a video call to discuss their close ties and potential contacts with the new US administration; China's support for Russia amidst Western sanctions underscores their deepening strategic partnership.
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60% Bias Score
Putin Welcomes US's Intention to Re-Engage with Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the incoming US administration's intention to restore direct communication with Russia and prevent a potential World War III, amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine; Putin expressed willingness to engage in talks regarding the conflict, while both sides maintain f...
Putin Welcomes US's Intention to Re-Engage with Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the incoming US administration's intention to restore direct communication with Russia and prevent a potential World War III, amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine; Putin expressed willingness to engage in talks regarding the conflict, while both sides maintain f...
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48% Bias Score
Trump Urges Putin to Negotiate Ukraine Peace Deal
Newly inaugurated US President Donald Trump urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace deal with Ukraine, warning of potential Russian destruction otherwise, after Putin expressed a desire for lasting peace in a congratulatory message.
Trump Urges Putin to Negotiate Ukraine Peace Deal
Newly inaugurated US President Donald Trump urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate a peace deal with Ukraine, warning of potential Russian destruction otherwise, after Putin expressed a desire for lasting peace in a congratulatory message.
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48% Bias Score
Ukraine War: Pope's Plea, EU Defense Debate, and Zelensky's NATO Concerns
Pope Francis called for prayers for Ukraine's elderly, while EU High Representative Kaja Kallas urged increased support for Ukraine to win the war, and Ukrainian President Zelensky advocated for a united European defense policy, potentially requiring 5% of GDP, mentioning that four NATO allies (Germ...
Ukraine War: Pope's Plea, EU Defense Debate, and Zelensky's NATO Concerns
Pope Francis called for prayers for Ukraine's elderly, while EU High Representative Kaja Kallas urged increased support for Ukraine to win the war, and Ukrainian President Zelensky advocated for a united European defense policy, potentially requiring 5% of GDP, mentioning that four NATO allies (Germ...
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56% Bias Score
Russia Ignores Trump Inauguration Amid Ukraine War Focus
Major Russian news channels did not broadcast Trump's inauguration, focusing instead on the Transnistria gas crisis and the war in Ukraine; Trump publicly criticized Putin, stating that he is destroying Russia by not seeking a peace deal in Ukraine, marking a shift in US policy.
Russia Ignores Trump Inauguration Amid Ukraine War Focus
Major Russian news channels did not broadcast Trump's inauguration, focusing instead on the Transnistria gas crisis and the war in Ukraine; Trump publicly criticized Putin, stating that he is destroying Russia by not seeking a peace deal in Ukraine, marking a shift in US policy.
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36% Bias Score
Ukraine Intensifies Military Training Amidst Trump's Peace Proposal
In eastern Ukraine, newly recruited and retrained soldiers of the 24th Mechanized Brigade undergo a 45-day training program to prepare for combat against Russia, while President Trump proposes a six-month peace plan, raising concerns about Ukraine's future and its dependence on US aid.
Ukraine Intensifies Military Training Amidst Trump's Peace Proposal
In eastern Ukraine, newly recruited and retrained soldiers of the 24th Mechanized Brigade undergo a 45-day training program to prepare for combat against Russia, while President Trump proposes a six-month peace plan, raising concerns about Ukraine's future and its dependence on US aid.
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44% Bias Score
Trump Halts US Foreign Aid, Prioritizes Ukraine Negotiations with Russia
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order halting US foreign aid, including to Ukraine, for 90 days to review its effectiveness and alignment with US foreign policy; he aims to negotiate a resolution to the Ukrainian conflict with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump Halts US Foreign Aid, Prioritizes Ukraine Negotiations with Russia
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order halting US foreign aid, including to Ukraine, for 90 days to review its effectiveness and alignment with US foreign policy; he aims to negotiate a resolution to the Ukrainian conflict with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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48% Bias Score
Trump Halts Foreign Aid for 90-Day Review
President Trump temporarily halted all foreign aid programs for 90 days upon entering office to review alignment with his policies, citing incompatibility with US interests and destabilization of global peace; the impact on Ukraine's $66 billion in military aid remains unclear.
Trump Halts Foreign Aid for 90-Day Review
President Trump temporarily halted all foreign aid programs for 90 days upon entering office to review alignment with his policies, citing incompatibility with US interests and destabilization of global peace; the impact on Ukraine's $66 billion in military aid remains unclear.
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40% Bias Score
Putin and Xi Discuss US Relations Amidst Ukraine Crisis
On January 29th, Presidents Putin and Xi held a phone call discussing bilateral cooperation and the upcoming US administration. Xi briefed Putin on his prior conversation with President Trump, revealing both sides' willingness for mutually beneficial relations, pending US reciprocation. Putin reaffi...
Putin and Xi Discuss US Relations Amidst Ukraine Crisis
On January 29th, Presidents Putin and Xi held a phone call discussing bilateral cooperation and the upcoming US administration. Xi briefed Putin on his prior conversation with President Trump, revealing both sides' willingness for mutually beneficial relations, pending US reciprocation. Putin reaffi...
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40% Bias Score