Western powers won't be worried about Kremlin's public fury - what happens behind the scenes is more important
Monday, 18 November 2024 () The Kremlin's reaction to reports that Washington has lifted restrictions on how Ukraine uses its weapons was nothing we haven't heard before.
Nearly 1,000 days after Russia started its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Washington is said to have authorised the use of US-provided ATACMS missiles for strikes deep into Russia. How far is Ukraine allowed to strike, and what are Kyiv's targets?
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Donald Trump Jr. has harshly criticised President Joe Biden's decision to approve the use of American-made ATACMS missiles by Ukraine, warning that it could escalate the conflict and lead to World War III. The approval allows Ukraine to strike deep inside Russian territory, a move that Trump Jr. views as a reckless provocation. In a pointed social media post, he accused the Biden administration of fueling global tensions to benefit the military-industrial complex. The former president's son expressed concern over the long-term consequences of Biden's policies, suggesting that the decision could ignite a broader, more dangerous conflict. His comments reflect growing fears that U.S. military involvement in Ukraine could directly escalate tensions with Russia, pushing the world closer to a larger war.
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In a rare and high-stakes diplomatic exchange, Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz reconnected for the first time in nearly two years, engaging in a detailed and frank hour-long conversation. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov characterised the call as a candid discussion where both leaders outlined their positions on the Ukraine conflict. Putin, speaking in Russian through a translator despite his German proficiency, reiterated Moscow’s demands for Ukraine’s neutrality, demilitarisation, and the recognition of Russian-annexed territories. Scholz, facing a political crisis at home, pressed for a withdrawal of Russian troops and reaffirmed Germany’s strong support for Ukraine. The timing of the call, coinciding with key international events, marks a pivotal moment in Russia-Germany relations as diplomatic tensions continue to mount.
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Democratic Senators Jack Reed and Jeanne Shaheen have called for an investigation into Elon Musk's alleged communications with Russian officials, including Vladimir Putin. The senators cite Wall Street Journal reports claiming Musk had contact with Putin in 2023. They expressed concerns given Musk's government contracts through SpaceX and his security clearance. The Kremlin denied these claims, stating Musk and Putin only spoke once before 2022.
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U.S is inaugurating a new NATO missile defense base in Redzikowo, Poland, 150km from Russia's Kaliningrad Region. This second Eastern European base joins NATO's broader missile shield system. Kremlin spokesman Peskov denounced it as containment of Russian military potential, promising countermeasures. While Poland celebrates strong US alliance, Russia maintains NATO's expansion threatens its security and denies aggressive intentions toward Western Europe.
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