NATO Faces 3.7% Defense Spending Increase Unless Joint Procurement Rises
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urged members to increase joint procurement and utilize existing infrastructure to avoid defense spending increases up to 3.7% of GDP, citing Ukraine's cost-effective radar systems as an example; only 23 of 32 members currently meet the 2% target.
NATO Faces 3.7% Defense Spending Increase Unless Joint Procurement Rises
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urged members to increase joint procurement and utilize existing infrastructure to avoid defense spending increases up to 3.7% of GDP, citing Ukraine's cost-effective radar systems as an example; only 23 of 32 members currently meet the 2% target.
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56% Bias Score
US Sanctions Target Russia's "Shadow Fleet", Aiming to Curb Oil Revenue
The Biden administration imposed new sanctions on January 10th, targeting Russia's "shadow fleet" of nearly 200 oil tankers and impacting companies like Gazprom and Surgutneftegaz; experts believe this will significantly hurt Russia's oil revenue, crucial for funding its war in Ukraine.
US Sanctions Target Russia's "Shadow Fleet", Aiming to Curb Oil Revenue
The Biden administration imposed new sanctions on January 10th, targeting Russia's "shadow fleet" of nearly 200 oil tankers and impacting companies like Gazprom and Surgutneftegaz; experts believe this will significantly hurt Russia's oil revenue, crucial for funding its war in Ukraine.
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40% Bias Score
Shifting European Support for Ukraine Amidst Domestic and Geopolitical Tensions
Following Trump's election, European support for Ukraine has waned, with some nations slowing weapon deliveries while others, like Germany, provide advanced weaponry. Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico openly opposes Ukraine, impacting gas transit. This division reflects domestic political concerns, dif...
Shifting European Support for Ukraine Amidst Domestic and Geopolitical Tensions
Following Trump's election, European support for Ukraine has waned, with some nations slowing weapon deliveries while others, like Germany, provide advanced weaponry. Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico openly opposes Ukraine, impacting gas transit. This division reflects domestic political concerns, dif...
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40% Bias Score
Vladivostok Woman's Murder Solved: Ex-Boyfriend Confesses
Anna Glushchak, 22, disappeared in Vladivostok in 2009 after ending a relationship with Stanislav, who was later convicted of her murder. Stanislav, who had a prior theft conviction, strangled her with a seatbelt and hid her body.
Vladivostok Woman's Murder Solved: Ex-Boyfriend Confesses
Anna Glushchak, 22, disappeared in Vladivostok in 2009 after ending a relationship with Stanislav, who was later convicted of her murder. Stanislav, who had a prior theft conviction, strangled her with a seatbelt and hid her body.
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44% Bias Score
Rosatom to Sue Siemens Energy Over Delays at Turkish Nuclear Plant
Rosatom plans to sue Siemens Energy for delayed equipment delivery to Turkey's Akkuyu nuclear power plant, a project delayed by German export permit processing, with China now supplying replacement parts.
Rosatom to Sue Siemens Energy Over Delays at Turkish Nuclear Plant
Rosatom plans to sue Siemens Energy for delayed equipment delivery to Turkey's Akkuyu nuclear power plant, a project delayed by German export permit processing, with China now supplying replacement parts.
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36% Bias Score
North Korean Soldiers Used as Human Bait in Ukraine
A diary found on a deceased North Korean soldier reveals Pyongyang's use of its troops as bait to shoot down Ukrainian drones near Kursk; thousands of North Korean soldiers have died in recent weeks, and two captured soldiers were offered back to Pyongyang in exchange for Ukrainian POWs.
North Korean Soldiers Used as Human Bait in Ukraine
A diary found on a deceased North Korean soldier reveals Pyongyang's use of its troops as bait to shoot down Ukrainian drones near Kursk; thousands of North Korean soldiers have died in recent weeks, and two captured soldiers were offered back to Pyongyang in exchange for Ukrainian POWs.
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40% Bias Score
Transnistria Faces Humanitarian Crisis After Russian Gas Cut-off
Transnistria, a pro-Russian region of Moldova, faces severe heating, electricity, and water shortages after Russia stopped gas supplies in 2025 due to an alleged unpaid debt and an expired transit contract; industries are shut down, schools are closed, and many residents are resorting to drastic mea...
Transnistria Faces Humanitarian Crisis After Russian Gas Cut-off
Transnistria, a pro-Russian region of Moldova, faces severe heating, electricity, and water shortages after Russia stopped gas supplies in 2025 due to an alleged unpaid debt and an expired transit contract; industries are shut down, schools are closed, and many residents are resorting to drastic mea...
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36% Bias Score
NATO Launches "Baltic Sentry" Mission After Baltic Sea Sabotage
NATO is launching "Baltic Sentry," a mission involving naval and air assets to increase Baltic Sea security following suspected Russian sabotage of undersea cables and power lines; Germany will participate.
NATO Launches "Baltic Sentry" Mission After Baltic Sea Sabotage
NATO is launching "Baltic Sentry," a mission involving naval and air assets to increase Baltic Sea security following suspected Russian sabotage of undersea cables and power lines; Germany will participate.
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56% Bias Score
Planned Ukrainian Offensive Near Kherson: Underground Reports Detail Troop Buildup and Amphibious Assault
Based on Ukrainian underground reports, a planned offensive near Kherson and Kinburn Spit involves specialized units with advanced equipment, preparing for a ground assault and amphibious operation using various routes and resources, including artillery, drones, and amphibious landings from Ochakov.
Planned Ukrainian Offensive Near Kherson: Underground Reports Detail Troop Buildup and Amphibious Assault
Based on Ukrainian underground reports, a planned offensive near Kherson and Kinburn Spit involves specialized units with advanced equipment, preparing for a ground assault and amphibious operation using various routes and resources, including artillery, drones, and amphibious landings from Ochakov.
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48% Bias Score
Russian Soldiers' Bravery and Skill in Ukraine Conflict
In the Ukraine conflict, Senior Warrant Officer Vasily Skorobagatov repaired over 20 damaged armored vehicles under fire, while Private Danil Chekalin repelled a Ukrainian diversionary group, showcasing their bravery and effectiveness.
Russian Soldiers' Bravery and Skill in Ukraine Conflict
In the Ukraine conflict, Senior Warrant Officer Vasily Skorobagatov repaired over 20 damaged armored vehicles under fire, while Private Danil Chekalin repelled a Ukrainian diversionary group, showcasing their bravery and effectiveness.
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68% Bias Score
1989 Pervouralsk Tu-134 Crash Memorial
On January 13th, 2024, survivors and rescuers of a 1989 Tu-134 passenger plane crash near Pervouralsk, Russia, commemorated the 27 fatalities and 44 injuries resulting from a fire that forced an emergency landing in a field. The crew, facing navigation system failure due to the fire, attempted a lan...
1989 Pervouralsk Tu-134 Crash Memorial
On January 13th, 2024, survivors and rescuers of a 1989 Tu-134 passenger plane crash near Pervouralsk, Russia, commemorated the 27 fatalities and 44 injuries resulting from a fire that forced an emergency landing in a field. The crew, facing navigation system failure due to the fire, attempted a lan...
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24% Bias Score
Ukraine Braces for Tough Choices as Trump Returns to Power
As Donald Trump prepares for a return to the White House, Ukraine faces a critical juncture in its war with Russia, with ongoing territorial losses in eastern Ukraine and an uncertain future of military aid.
Ukraine Braces for Tough Choices as Trump Returns to Power
As Donald Trump prepares for a return to the White House, Ukraine faces a critical juncture in its war with Russia, with ongoing territorial losses in eastern Ukraine and an uncertain future of military aid.
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44% Bias Score