Ukraine Ban Telegram for Government Devices
Ukraine has prohibited the use of Telegram on state-issued devices including those used by government officials, military personnel and employees in the defense sector and critical infrastructure.
Tag: Russia
Eruption of Russia’s Shiveluch Volcano Follows 7.0-Magnitude Earthquake
The earthquake in Russia which struck early Sunday was measured at a magnitude of 7.0 by the US Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was located approximately 63 miles east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The quake occurred at a depth of 18 miles below the surface.
US Officials take down Russian Bot Farm Powered by AI
Federal prosecutors dismantled a Russian disinformation bot farm designed to spread AI-generated propaganda in favor of Vladimir Putin. The operation was by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) which used nearly 1,000 fake social media accounts and two websites to influence public opinion in the United States and abroad.
Russia: At Least 15 killed in Synagogue, Church Attacks in Dagestan
In a series of brutal attacks in Russia’s Dagestan region on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at least 15 people including police officers and a priest were killed. These attacks was targeted on churches, synagogues and police posts.
US Bans Kaspersky Software Over Alleged Russian Ties
The United States has announced a ban on the sale and distribution of antivirus software produced by the Russian company Kaspersky Lab. This decision was by the U.S. Commerce Department and effective from July 20, 2024.
Norway Implements Stricter Entry Rules for Russian Tourists
Norway has announced a tightening of its entry restrictions for Russian citizens. This comes in response to what Norwegian officials have labeled as “Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine.” Starting May 29, 2024, Norway will deny entry to almost all Russian tourists.
Vladimir Putin Replaces Sergei Shoigu as Russia’s Defense Minister
Russian President Vladimir Putin has replaced the long-serving Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu with economist Andrei R. Belousov. This is the first major restructuring since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin’s 5th Term Ceremony Boycotted by US, UK and other EU Nations
On May 7, 2024, Vladimir Putin Russia’s president is set to be inaugurated for his fifth term amidst international controversy and boycotts. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Kremlin, which received condemnation from the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European Union (EU) nations.
Russia Orders Nuclear Weapons Drills in Response to Threats from West
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued orders for nuclear weapons drills near Ukraine, citing “threats” from Western officials regarding potential NATO troop deployments to Ukraine.
Russian Food Influencer Maxim Lyutyi Jailed for Starving Newborn Son to Death
A Russian influencer, Maxim Lyutyi, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for the death of his one-month-old son, Kosmos. Lyutyi known for extreme dietary beliefs and extreme parenting methods faced the court’s judgment for the intentional infliction of serious bodily harm on his infant son.
