In a stark warning, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the imperative for eastern NATO members to brace themselves for potential conflict with Russia, asserting that Moscow’s ambitions may not cease even if it defeats the forces in Kiev. Speaking at a hearing of the US House Armed Services Committee on Thursday, Austin urged lawmakers to approve additional funding for Kiev’s... 

In the heart-wrenching aftermath of an overnight Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian city of Odesa, seven lives were tragically lost, including that of a mother and her baby, marking another grim chapter in the relentless bombing campaign targeting civilians. The deceased mother, identified by her sister as Anna, was in her second-floor bedroom when the strike occurred. A florist and decorator,... 

Recent statements from Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s longstanding foreign minister and a key ally of President Vladimir Putin, have sparked apprehension on social media, raising concerns about a potential future invasion by Moscow into another European nation. Lavrov’s remarks come in the aftermath of a significant meeting in Transnistria, a breakaway region of the former Soviet republic of... 

The image generation feature in Google’s Gemini AI tool was temporarily disabled after it flatly refused to create images of white people and generated inaccurate but ultra-woke images for historical prompts, but it has another very big problem that needs to be addressed as well: the tool is full-blown communist. Proving that many people’s fears about where this technology was headed were completely... 

In Florida, a significant legislative move unfolded, aiming to restrict the sale of lab-made meat while preserving avenues for scientific exploration in this rapidly evolving field. The pushback against lab-made meat gained momentum in both chambers of the Legislature, setting the stage for a potential ban. However, lawmakers, cognizant of the importance of scientific advancement, tweaked the legislation... 

The recent developments in Transnistria, particularly its appeal to Russia for “protection,” have raised concerns about the potential for a significant geopolitical shift in the region. Speculation abounds that Transnistria, a Russian-controlled enclave in Moldova, might be moving towards voting to join Russia, marking the first such referendum since 2006. The current deployment of Russia’s... 

The growing debate over Canada’s proposed Online Harms Act, also known as Bill C-63, raises concerns about the erosion of democratic values. Critics argue that the legislation, aimed at curbing “online hate,” could transform Canada into an authoritarian regime rather than upholding democratic principles. The comparison is drawn with communist states that adopt deceptive names, similar... 

Ukraine has been given the greenlight to formalize its membership of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization by NATO Chief Jens Stoltenberg who declared the decision was made “for your security and for ours.” “Ukraine will join NATO. It is not a question of if, but of when,” Stoltenberg declared as western leaders gathered in Kyiv to pledge support and mark the second anniversary of Russia’s... 

Germany is reportedly exploring diplomatic channels with India and Arab nations to secure additional artillery shells for Ukraine. Concerns about potential collapse of Kyiv’s defenses due to ammunition shortages prompted Western intelligence warnings. The US, Ukraine’s primary donor, has faced delays in providing defense aid due to Congressional approval issues. House Republicans link aid approval... 

French President Emmanuel Macron has openly discussed the potential deployment of European troops to Ukraine in an effort to aid Kyiv in its war against Russia. This consideration, though currently unlikely, prompted a strong response from the Kremlin, with a NATO official stating that the alliance has “no plans” to deploy combat troops in Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, present... 

The secessionist region of Transnistria, internationally recognized as part of Moldova, appears poised to inject new tension into Russia’s war in Ukraine. A congress of deputies from various local administrative levels is scheduled for February 28 in the capital, Tiraspol, a format previously reserved for significant events since the unilateral declaration of independence in 1990. Dissident... 

In a provocative claim, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni asserted that Moscow bears responsibility for the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. According to Meloni, Russia’s military campaign against Ukraine served as a catalyst for Hamas to launch a massive attack on Israel in October 2023. Meloni argued that a permanent UN Security Council member’s military operation against a neighboring... 

Metropolitan (Bishop) Longhin Jar of the Bănceni Monastery in the Chernivtsi region faced a life-threatening assault on January 22, 2024, an incident that recently came to public attention. The Romanian priest, now in the process of recovering from the traumatic attack, addressed his followers, emphasizing the importance of unwavering faith during trying times and urging them not to be swayed by... 

The big ‘national security threat’ announced today is supposedly about Russia wanting to put a nuclear weapon in space, prompting some to question whether it’s all an election year ploy. The controversy began when House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner (R-Ohio) asked President Biden to declassify information about a “serious national security threat”. According to ABC News, “Two... 

Damascus, historically resilient in the face of regional tensions, asserts its unwavering readiness to defend its territory against potential military confrontations with Israel, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad affirmed during a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Damascus. The high-level discussions delved into joint support for Palestinians amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas...