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 2023-03-29 16:00 

ANA-MPA

Tempi train crash survivor, 21, released from hospital in Thessaloniki...

A 21-year-old college student who was hospitalized with severe injuries after the train......

 2023-03-29 15:42 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Ex-Cons And Extremists Turn Media Debates Into 'Circus' Ahead Of Yet More Bulgarian Elections...

Under changes to election laws, extremists and other fringe candidates dominate the debates ahead of a snap poll on April 2, and the head of Bulgarian TV has even apologized to viewers for being forced to listen to "outright nonsense."...

 2023-03-29 15:27 

The Moscow Times

'I Pray to God': Desperate Relatives of Russian PoWs Decry Lack of Official Help...

In some cases, relatives have located their captured loved ones on their own or with the help of Ukrainian social media groups....

 2023-03-29 14:57 

The Moscow Times

Firm Owned by Kremlin Spokesman's Daughter Sees Massive Revenue Spike...

An event firm owned by the daughter of Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov grew its revenue by 70 times in 2022....

 2023-03-29 14:51 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

In Hungary, 'Deteriorating Relationship' Seen Behind Biden's Democracy Summit Snub...

What's behind the White House's repeated exclusion of Viktor Orban from one of its signature democracy-promotion events this week? One Hungarian analyst says maybe it's the ongoing "Putinization, antidemocratic tendencies, and the bucking ...

 2023-03-29 14:42 

The Moscow Times

St. Petersburg Man Given 5 Years for Comments Made on Archeology Forum...

The case is the first time strict war censorship laws have been used in Russia's second city since their introduction last year....

 2023-03-29 14:38 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Germany To Send Additional 12 Billion Euros In Military Support To Ukraine...

The German government has agreed to send an additional 12 billion euros ($13 billion) worth of military support to Ukraine....

 2023-03-29 14:30 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Iranian Teachers Protest Conditions Amid Reports Of Unpaid Wages...

Iranian teachers have protested in several different cities around the country over wages and poor living standards as unrest over social and economic issues that has plagued Iran for almost a year continues....

 2023-03-29 14:10 

The Moscow Times

Russia Places Pussy Riot Co-Founder Nadya Tolokonnikova on Wanted List...

Russian authorities opened an investigation into Tolokonnikova for "insulting the religious feelings of believers" earlier this year....

 2023-03-29 12:18 

The Moscow Times

IAEA Head Arrives at Russian-Occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant...

International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi arrived at Europe's largest nuclear power plant Wednesday....

 2023-03-29 11:27 

The Moscow Times

Sweden Summons Russian Envoy After NATO Bid Warning...

Tatarintsev said that Sweden would be "taking a step towards the abyss" by joining the Western alliance....

 2023-03-29 11:15 

The Moscow Times

In Photos: Russia's Pivot to Asia Spurs Boom in Mandarin Classes...

The demand for Mandarin classes in Russia has surged as Moscow grows ever closer to Beijing....

 2023-03-29 11:14 

ANA-MPA

PASOK-KINAL leader Androulakis initiates resignation as MEP ahead of Greek elections...

The leader of the opposition PASOK-Movement for Change party, Nikos Androulakis, on Wednesday......

 2023-03-29 10:40 

The Moscow Times

Kremlin Forecasts 'Long War' With 'Unfriendly Countries'...

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov predicted a long-lasting hybrid war against Russia's Western adversaries Wednesday....

 2023-03-29 09:46 

The Moscow Times

Top Agriculture Trader Cargill to Stop Exporting Russian Grain...

Top global agricultural trader Cargill is to end its exports of Russian grain this summer while maintaining its other operations....

 2023-03-29 08:28 

The Moscow Times

Espionage: U.S. Charges Shed Light on the Life of a Russian 'Illegal'...

According to a U.S. indictment, Brazilian Viktor Ferreira was a Russian spy under deep cover....

 2023-03-28 15:21 

Interfax

Norilsk Nickel selling a significant amount of its products via new Tangier transport hub...

MOSCOW. March 27 (Interfax) - Norilsk Nickel has redirected a significant part of its exports to a hub in North Africa and is selling its products through the port of Tangier in Morocco, Ravil Nasybullov, director of Norilsk Nickel's logistics departm...

 2023-03-28 14:43 

Interfax

EU countries imported 20 mln tonnes of oil from Azerbaijan in 2022 worth 15.2 billion euro...

BAKU. March 27 (Interfax) - European Union member countries in 2022 imported 19.845 million tonnes of oil from Azerbaijan, and paid 15.165 billion euro for it, according to Eurostat agency materials shown to Interfax.In 2021, 19.974 million tonnes of oil ...

 2023-03-28 14:38 

Interfax

Larta Glass launches oversized architectural glass production in Rostov region...

ROSTOV-ON-DON. March 27 (Interfax) - Larta Glass (the former Russian assets of the American Guardian Glass, bought out in 2022 by FSK Group President Vladimir Voronin) launched the production of oversized coated architectural glass at the Larta Glass Rost...

 2023-03-28 14:33 

Interfax

Belarusian Foreign Ministry describes new U.S. sanctions as futile...

MINSK. March 27 (Interfax) - The Belarusian Foreign Ministry has described new U.S. sanctions affecting major Belarusian MAZ and BelAZ manufacturers as futile, saying that no threats will make Minsk turn from its intended course."Any attempt to isolat...

 2023-03-28 14:29 

Interfax

EBRD providing up to $150 mln to promote green investment in Kazakhstan...

ALMATY. March 27 (Interfax) - The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing up to $150 million in tenge to participating financial institutions under the Kazakhstan Green Economy Financing Facility II for on-lending to individuals, pri...

 2023-03-28 14:18 

Interfax

Ukrainian industrial output fell 37% in 2022 - State Statistics Committee...

MOSCOW. March 27 (Interfax) - Industrial output in Ukraine fell 36.9% in 2022 after growing 1.9% in 2021, Ukrainian media reported, quoting the State Statistics Committee.Output fell 44.1% year-on-year in December, 41.9% in November and 41.6% in October.T...

 2023-03-28 13:53 

Interfax

Canadian project SURGe to provide expert support to Ukrainian Restoration Ministry...

MOSCOW. March 27 (Interfax) - The Support to Ukraine's Reforms for Governance (SURGe) project, which is funded by the Canadian government, will provide expert support to the Ukrainian Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development...

 2023-03-28 13:05 

Interfax

Meeting of Russia-Belarus Union State's Supreme State Council to take place on April 6 - Mishustin...

MOSCOW. March 27 (Interfax) - A meeting of the Supreme State Council of the Russia-Belarus Union State to be attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is due to take place on April 6, Russian Prime Minister...

 2023-03-28 12:49 

Interfax

Heating season wraps up in several Ukrainian regions - Naftogaz...

MOSCOW. March 27 (Interfax) - Ukraine has successfully concluded the heating season, which was very challenging, earlier than planned thanks to favorable weather conditions, Naftogaz of Ukraine CEO Alexei Chernyshov said.The local authorities have already...

 2023-03-28 12:48 

Interfax

Turkmenistan begins sowing cotton, plans 1.25 mln tonne harvest similar to 2021...

ASHGABAT. March 27 (Interfax) - Turkmenistan's cotton sowing campaign has begun, according to the country's media.This year there are plans to sow 580,000 hectares with cotton crops. The areas allocated for cotton cultivation remain at 2022 levels...

 2023-03-28 05:53 

Ukrinform News

Russian military death toll in Ukraine rises to 171,730...

From February 24, 2022 to March 28, 2023, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated about 171,730 Russian military personnel, including 570 soldiers over the past day. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 05:30 

Ukrinform News

Russians hit Kherson region 60 times in past day. Five civilians injured...

The Russian army struck Kherson region 60 times over the past day, March 27. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 05:15 

Ukrinform News

Russian crimes in Ukraine: National Police opens nearly 68,800 cases...

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, the National Police has opened 68,781 criminal cases over the crimes committed by the Russians and their accomplices in Ukraine. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 04:56 

Ukrinform News

Minister Marchenko: Ukraine needs $14B to cover urgent needs...

This year, Ukraine needs $14 billion to cover the most urgent needs. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 04:34 

Ukrinform News

Pistorius: Germany fulfills its obligations to Ukraine...
 2023-03-28 04:14 

Ukrinform News

Armed Forces of Ukraine down 14 out of 15 Shahed drones launched by Russians at night...

On the night of March 27-28, Russian aggressors launched 15 Shahed-136 combat drones targeting the territory of Ukraine. Fourteen of them were destroyed by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 03:55 

Ukrinform News

First Lady, Ukrainian youth speak about Ukraine recovery...

First Lady Olena Zelenska and the participants in the UPSHIFT program of the UN Children's Fund took part in the meeting entitled...

 2023-03-28 03:47 

Sputnik International

'You think I'm kidding?': Biden Starts Conference After Nashville Shooting With a Joke...

During a White House press conference after the Nashville tragedy, President Biden began his speech with a humorous remark about his love for Jeni's ice cream, specifically the chocolate chip flavor. He stated that he had only come to the gathering be...

 2023-03-28 03:34 

Ukrinform News

Stefanchuk discusses creation of special tribunal to prosecute Russia with Lord Speaker of UK's House of Lords...

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk met with Baron John McFall, Lord Speaker of the House of Lords of the Parliament of the United Kingdom on March 27. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 03:15 

Ukrinform News

Defense forces destroy 13 enemy drones...

At night, Ukrainian defenders destroyed 13 drones launched by Russian troops, including 12 Shahed-136/131 kamikaze drones. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 02:46 

Ukrinform News

Trofimtseva: Ukraine should be more proactive in finding partners for reconstruction...

The Ukrainian side should be more actively involved in joint projects with Germany on the basis of the Ukraine Reconstruction Platform which was officially launched in Berlin on March 27. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 01:49 

Sputnik International

West Applied Huge Pressure Ahead of UNSC Vote on Nord Stream Probe Resolution Says Polyanskiy...

UNITED NATIONS (Sputnik) - Western countries as usual exerted major pressure on UN Security Council members ahead of the vote on the Russian-drafted resolution calling for a UN-led probe of the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines, Russian Deputy Permane...

 2023-03-28 01:15 

Ukrinform News

Finance Ministry, European Commission talk progress of macro-financial program implementation...

Minister of Finance Serhiy Marchenko of Ukraine and European Commissioner for Budget and Finance Johannes Khan discussed progress in the implementation of the EU's large-scale macro-financial program for Ukraine for 2023. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-28 00:41 

Ukrinform News

Ukraine, Poland, Baltic countries call on IOC to prevent Russian, Belarusian athletes from competing...

As the Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee is expected to meet in the next few days, Ukraine, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland have issued a joint statement on banning Russian and Belarusian athletes from international sports compe...

 2023-03-27 23:30 

Help Net Security

Hunters integrates its SOC Platform with Databricks Lakehouse...

Hunters has integrated its SOC (Security Operations Center) Platform with the Databricks Lakehouse. For the first time, Databricks customers will be able to stand up a security data lake for security operations (data ingestion, detection, investigation an...

 2023-03-27 23:26 

Ukrinform News

Kyiv calls on UN to refrain from 'unbalanced political assessments' of actions regarding UOC MP...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to refrain from political assessments in its reports of the actions of Ukraine regarding the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (Moscow Patriar...

 2023-03-27 22:15 

Ukrinform News

Holding defense in Bakhmut is military necessity Ground Forces Commander Syrskyi...

Holding defense in the Donetsk region's Bakhmut is a military necessity and is based on the competent use of the defensive capabilities of the city. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-27 21:36 

Ukrinform News

Over UAH 320M of financial assistance paid to residents of liberated territories...

A total of UAH 323.7 million of financial assistance was paid to residents of the de-occupied territories of Ukraine over the past seven months. — Ukrinform....

 2023-03-27 19:43 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Russia Fails At UN To Get Nord Stream Blast Inquiry...

Russia failed on March 27 to get the UN Security Council to ask for an independent inquiry into explosions in September on the Nord Stream gas pipelines connecting Russia and Germany....

 2023-03-27 19:40 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Hungarian Parliament Approves Finland's Bid To Join NATO...

Hungary's parliament on March 27 approved Finland's bid to join NATO, putting an end to months of delays and bringing the Nordic country one step closer to becoming a full member of the Western military alliance....

 2023-03-27 19:11 

Radio Free Europe/Liberty

Mother Fights To Free Fallen Azovstal Defender's Widow From Russian Captivity...

Lyudmyla Subotina's son Andriy was among the Ukrainian soldiers killed in the defense of the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol last March. Two days before he died, he had married a fellow soldier who was taken prisoner by Russia. Subotina has been on a...

 2023-03-27 17:59 

Interfax-Ukraine

Fiercest battles underway for Bakhmut, Avdiyivka and Maryinka...

The Russian occupiers are concentrating their main efforts on conducting offensive operations in Lymany, Bakhmut, Avdiyivka and Maryinka directions....

 2023-03-27 17:45 

Interfax-Ukraine

First batch of Leopard 2 tanks, delivered by Germany, arrives in Ukraine media...

The first batch of Leopard 2 tanks transferred by Germany has already arrived in Ukraine, the German newspaper Der Spiegel reports....

 2023-03-27 17:44 

Interfax-Ukraine

Stefanchuk: It's time for UK to become leader of 'air coalition'...

Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk suggested that the UK become the leader of the "air coalition" to provide Ukraine with modern military aircraft....

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