Biden 'contemplating' steps to punish Moscow as world leaders blame 'monster' Putin for Navalny's death

Biden Asserts Executive Privilege Over Audio of Interview With Robert Hur

Biden Asserts Executive Privilege , Over Audio of Interview With Robert Hur. In February, Hur's yearlong investigation into whether President Biden mishandled classified documents ended without enough evidence to support criminal charges. In February, Hur's yearlong investigation into whether President Biden mishandled classified documents ended without enough evidence to support criminal charges. House Republicans were provided a transcript of Biden's interview with Hur, but they wanted the audio, which the DOJ denied. As a result, House Republicans were moving to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. On May 16, the Department of Justice told House Republicans that the president asserted executive privilege over audio from his interview with the special counsel. The move protects Garland from criminal exposure as GOP lawmakers seek to hold him accountable. Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte explained the DOJ's actions in a letter. The Attorney General must draw a line that safeguards the Department from improper political influence and protects our principles, our law enforcement work, and the people who carry out that work independently, without fear or favor, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . The Committees seek to hold the Attorney General in contempt not for failing in his duties, but for upholding them, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . With the information you now have, the Committees ought not to proceed with contempt and should instead avoid unnecessary and unwarranted conflict, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . White House Counsel Ed Siskel also wrote a letter supporting the assertion of executive privilege. . The absence of a legitimate need for the audio recordings lays bare your likely goal—to chop them up, distort them, and use them for partisan political purposes, White House Counsel Ed Siskel, via letter

Trump Accepts Offer to Debate Biden

Trump Accepts Offer , to Debate Biden. On May 15, President Biden revealed that he agreed to an offer from CNN to debate Donald Trump and then challenged his predecessor to do the same. I’ve received and accepted an invitation from @CNN for a debate on June 27th. Over to you, Donald. As you said: anywhere, any time, any place, President Joe Biden, via X. Donald Trump lost two debates to me in 2020. Since then he hasn’t shown up for a debate. Now he’s acting like he wants to debate me again, President Joe Biden, via video message. Well, make my day, pal, I’ll even do it twice. So let’s pick the dates, Donald – I hear you’re free on Wednesdays, President Joe Biden, via video message. Trump took to Truth Social to respond. I am Ready and Willing to Debate Crooked Joe at the two proposed times in June and September, Donald Trump, via Truth Social. Both candidates have expressed a preference to debate sooner than the fall dates initially proposed by the Commission on Presidential Debates. Both candidates have expressed a preference to debate sooner than the fall dates initially proposed by the Commission on Presidential Debates. According to Biden campaign chair Jen O'Malley Dillion, those dates are "out of step with changes in the structure of our elections and the interests of voters.". Trump went on to say that he'd like to debate Biden more than twice. I would strongly recommend more than two debates and, for excitement purposes, a very large venue, although Biden is supposedly afraid of crowds - , Donald Trump, via Truth Social. That’s only because he doesn’t get them. Just tell me when, I’ll be there. 'Let’s get ready to Rumble!!!', Donald Trump, via Truth Social. That’s only because he doesn’t get them. Just tell me when, I’ll be there. 'Let’s get ready to Rumble!!!', Donald Trump, via Truth Social. The first debate between the two presidential candidates will be June 27. The first debate between the two presidential candidates will be June 27

Putin and Xi Announce Plans to Strengthen Partnership

Putin and Xi Announce Plans , to Strengthen Partnership. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on May 16 for a two-day visit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, 'The Guardian' reports. . In a May 15 interview with China's state-run news agency, Xinhua, . Putin referenced the "unprecedented level of strategic partnership between our countries" as the reason for his first foreign trip since beginning his fifth term as Russia's president. . The two leaders signed a joint statement on May 16 declaring a "new era" of partnership. The China-Russia relationship today is hard-earned, and the two sides need to cherish and nurture it, Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin, via Reuters. China is willing to ... jointly achieve the development and rejuvenation of our respective countries, and work together to uphold fairness and justice in the world, Xi Jinping to Vladimir Putin, via Reuters. The joint statement also criticized the United States. The United States still thinks in terms of the Cold War and is guided by the logic of bloc confrontation... , Via joint statement. ... putting the security of 'narrow groups' above regional security and stability, which creates a security threat for all countries in the region, Via joint statement. The U.S. must abandon this behavior, Via joint statement. After attending a concert on May 16, Putin and Xi will go for a walk in the park to talk and then have tea and dinner with other Russian delegates. The following day, the two men will visit Harbin, once called "Little Moscow," to pay tribute to the city's Russian influence

Putin's Ally Fico Shot Because He Stopped Sending Weapons To Ukraine; Slovakia Minister's Big Claim

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico faced a critical assassination attempt by Juraj Cintula, a 71-year-old man with dissent against Fico's policies, particularly regarding arms shipments to Ukraine. Fico's decision to halt arms deliveries after his election victory drew backlash, allegedly motivating Cintula's actions. Described as a "lone wolf" with no extremist affiliations, Cintula's frustrations with government decisions may have been accelerated by the recent presidential election results. Both allies and opposition leaders denounced the attack, highlighting its threat to Slovakia's democracy. Cintula's background as a former security guard and poet adds complexity to the situation. The incident occurred amid debates over the dissolution of Slovakia's public broadcaster, further heightening concerns about political stability. Fico's condition remains serious as Slovakia awaits updates on his recovery. #Slovakia #RobertFico #PrimeMinister #Attack #SuspectDetained #Police #Shooting #Turmoil #PoliticalCrisis #Leadership #Security #PrayersForFico #Stability #LawEnforcement #CurrentEvents ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Putin Flaunts Friendship With Xi As Russia Advances On All Fronts In Ukraine | Oneindia News

As tensions rise, Putin expresses gratitude to China for peace efforts in Ukraine during a two-day state visit, while Xi Jinping faces pressure from the U.S. to intervene. #VladimirPutin #XiJinping #PutinXiPartnership #PutinMeetsXi #RussiaChinaRelations #RussiaUkraineWar #Russia #Ukraine #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~HT.318~GR.121~

China has economic 'upper hand' yet Xi & Putin 'need each other to form counterbalance against West'

Artists spray-paint portraits of Alexei Navalny behind a Soviet monument in Vienna

Austrian graffiti duo Joel Gamnou painted the portraits, receiving mostly positive feedback from the public, although criticism arose from certain groups alleging political misuse of the wall.

Alexei Navalny: Russian court rejects Navalny mother’s case alleging improper medical care| Oneindia

A lawsuit filed by the mother of the late Russian opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, alleging inadequate medical care during his time in the Arctic penal colony where he passed away, has been dismissed. The court in the town of Labytnangi, near the penal colony, rejected the suit, citing Navalny's absence as the plaintiff. Ivan Zhdanov, a former aide to Navalny, expressed dismay over the decision, highlighting Navalny's history of filing lawsuits regarding medical care in prisons. The dismissal, Zhdanov noted, comes with a tone of mockery, given Navalny's tragic demise. ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~

Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term as Russia’s President

Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term , as Russia’s President. On March 18, Russia's Central Election Commission confirmed that Putin won reelection by a landslide. He reportedly received over 87% of the vote. Countries that congratulated him include Cuba, Honduras, Nicaragua, North Korea, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Venezuela. However, critics say that Putin didn't have any credible opposition, and free speech against him was stifled. For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . Independent media outlets have also been shuttered. . The elections took place in an ever-shrinking political space, which has resulted in an alarming increase of violations of civil and political rights.., Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. ... and precluded many candidates from running, including all those opposed to Russia’s illegal war of aggression, deprived Russian voters of a real choice and heavily limited their access to accurate information, Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. The United States referred to the vote as "neither free nor fair," while Germany called it a "pseudo-election.". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Putin is "sick with power and is doing everything in his power to rule forever.". Putin is currently Russia's "longest-serving leader since Joseph Stalin," 'USA Today' reports.

Putin Claims Kharkiv: Zelensky's General's Startling Admission Shakes NATO and U.S

Ukraine's intelligence chief, Kirill Budanov, has openly acknowledged the worsening situation in the country, particularly in the north, where Moscow has seized multiple villages in the Kharkiv region. With a shortage of manpower and delays in Western military aid, Ukraine's military is facing a critical situation. Budanov warned that Russia's next incursion is imminent, putting further strain on Ukrainian forces. Despite efforts to redirect troops, the frontline remains precarious, with Budanov expressing concern about the country's defense capabilities. #RussiaKharkivAttack #KharkivInvasion #RussiaAttacksKharkiv #Ukraine #Kharkiv #Frontline #Intel #Putin #Zelensky #NATO #US #Military #Defense #Security #War #Russia #Admission #Crisis ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Putin's 1,740 Troops Killed In 24 Hours: Ukraine Makes Shocking Claims Of Massive Blow To Russia

Amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukraine's military reports record casualties on the Russian side, with 1,740 troops lost in a day, totaling approximately 484,030 casualties since the invasion began. Equipment losses are significant, including 30 tanks and 42 armoured vehicles in 24 hours. Despite challenges in verifying figures, the war's impact is undeniable as it enters its third year, exacerbated by Russia's new offensive. Estimates vary, with the UK suggesting over 465,000 Russian casualties. Moscow remains tight-lipped on losses, while Ukraine's President cites 31,000 Ukrainian troops killed. Fluctuations in casualties occur, with a recent focus on the Kharkiv region. Urgent calls for a peaceful resolution and international intervention echo as civilians suffer amidst the conflict's brutality. #Putin #TroopsKilled #UkraineClaims #RussiaUkraineWar #WarImpact #MilitaryCasualties #RussianForces #KyivReports #ShockingClaims #MassiveBlow #ConflictUpdate #InternationalTensions #WarNews #MilitaryLosses #PutinRegime ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.121~

Presidential run-off to take place in Lithuania with president in lead

Lithuanians voted in a presidential election on Sunday at a time when Russian gains on the battlefield in Ukraine are fuelling greater fears about Moscow’s intentions, particularly in the strategically important Baltic region.

Putin Poked Again: Ukraine-Launched Drone Sparks Fire at Russia's Volgograd Refinery | Video Out

In the Volgograd region of southern Russia, an oil refinery became the target of a drone attack believed to originate from Ukraine. Governor Andrey Bocharov confirmed reports of a brief fire resulting from the attack but assured the public of successful containment and no casualties. The incident underscores a recent surge in drone attacks on Russian energy facilities, allegedly in retaliation for Moscow's strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia's defence ministry announced the interception and destruction of drones and ballistic missiles launched by Ukraine, further escalating tensions. Additionally, the city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine experienced shelling from Ukrainian forces, resulting in civilian injuries, as tensions between the two nations continue to escalate. #Putin #Ukraine #DroneAttack #VolgogradRefinery #RussiaUkraineWar #Conflict #Tensions #Warfare #MilitaryConflict #Geopolitics #Security #Escalation #Drones #Fire #RefineryAttack

Moscow Attacked: Putin's Response Imminent After Russian Capital Rocked By Ukraine's Drone Attacks

Moscow's Mayor Sobyanin revealed a Ukrainian attempt to attack with a drone, intercepted near the city. No harm was reported. An air raid alert was sounded in Belgorod following an earlier attack, with Kursk also on alert. The Russian Defense Ministry hasn't provided full details. This reflects the escalating tensions amid increased drone and artillery attacks on Russia by Ukraine. #Moscownews#Moscow #Moscowattack #DroneAttack #Ukrainenews #Belgorod #RussianDefenseMinistry #MoscowDroneAttack #RussiaUkraine #Putin #news #Oneinda #Oneindia news