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Lavrov Says Russia’s Objectives in Ukraine Now Go beyond Donbas – Asharq Al-awsat – English

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Lavrov Says Russia’s Objectives in Ukraine Now Go beyond Donbas Asharq Al-awsat – English

Russia - Ukraine war

Russia aims to capture Chasiv Yar in Donbas by May 9 – Ukraine’s army chief Syrskyi – Yahoo News Australia

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Russia aims to capture Chasiv Yar in Donbas by May 9 – Ukraine’s army chief Syrskyi Yahoo News Australia

Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) / Twitter

@robananyan: RT by @mikenov: For decades, #Russia has done everything to prevent the Armenian state from developing, to ensure we do not achieve true independence. #Armenia gained independence in 1991, a de jure liberation from Soviet occupation, but this did not mean the end of #Moscow’s hegemony. Between…

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

For decades, #Russia has done everything to prevent the Armenian state from developing, to ensure we do not achieve true independence. #Armenia gained independence in 1991, a de jure liberation from Soviet occupation, but this did not mean the end of #Moscow‘s hegemony. Between… pic.twitter.com/fRBdmRX8pm

— Robert Ananyan (@robananyan) June 1, 2024

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Zelenskiy: Biden missing Ukraine talks would be ‘applauded’ by Putin – ThePrint

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Zelenskiy: Biden missing Ukraine talks would be ‘applauded’ by Putin ThePrint

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Kazakhs Honor Stalin’s Victims – Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Kazakhs Honor Stalin’s Victims Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty

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Light mag. 3.7 earthquake – Jetisu, 100 km east of Сарканд, Almaty Oblysy, Kazakhstan, on Saturday, Jun 1, 2024, at … – VolcanoDiscovery

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Light mag. 3.7 earthquake – Jetisu, 100 km east of Сарканд, Almaty Oblysy, Kazakhstan, on Saturday, Jun 1, 2024, at … VolcanoDiscovery

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Light mag. 3.9 earthquake – Kazakhstan on Saturday, Jun 1, 2024, at 06:18 am (Urumqi time) – VolcanoDiscovery

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Light mag. 3.9 earthquake – Kazakhstan on Saturday, Jun 1, 2024, at 06:18 am (Urumqi time) VolcanoDiscovery

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At least 19 injured as Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid with fresh barrage – The Associated Press

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

At least 19 injured as Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid with fresh barrage The Associated Press

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Дочери артиста Михайлова сделали предложение прямо на сцене

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Сам Александр Михайлович признался, что для него это большая неожиданность

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Дочь Анастасии Заворотнюк во время похорон поддерживал её тайный муж

Post author By Mike Nova
Post date June 1, 2024

Старшая дочь актрисы много лет скрывала супруга.

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Analyzing Ratcliffe’s 2026 Moscow Visit
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Created with 3.1 Pro August 30, 2026 at 05:04 PM
Published August 30, 2026 at 05:05 PM
Opinions on John Ratcliffe’s visit to Moscow – 2026

CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s unannounced, eight-hour visit to Moscow in late August 2026 has generated significant debate among intelligence analysts and the media. Because the CIA and the White House have kept the official details classified, international observers and major news outlets have formed several competing theories about the primary purpose of the trip.
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A key detail driving these assessments is the conspicuous nature of the visit: rather than flying on a discreet business jet, Ratcliffe arrived at Vnukovo airport on a massive U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster with its transponder broadcasting its flight path. Analysts view this lack of subtlety as a deliberate message.
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Here is a breakdown of the prevailing theories and opinions regarding the visit:

1. Deterring an Attack on NATO
According to reporting from The Wall Street Journal, Politico, and CBS News, a primary driver of the trip was to warn the Kremlin against launching escalatory attacks on NATO members, particularly the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania).
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The Context: Western intelligence agencies have reportedly grown concerned that Vladimir Putin, facing a stalemate in Ukraine and severe economic strain, might attempt a small land incursion or launch cyberattacks across Eastern Europe to test the alliance’s resolve.
CBC

The Opinion: Many security analysts view the trip as a necessary “riot act” reading. By sending the CIA Director, the U.S. intended to clearly communicate that hybrid warfare or direct provocations in Europe would cross a red line.
CBC

2. Countering Perceptions of U.S. Weakness (The Iran Factor)
The Washington Post reported that the visit was deeply tied to the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran.

The Context: Recent classified intelligence suggests the Kremlin believes the U.S. is heavily depleted by its six-month war with Tehran, suffering from munitions shortfalls and diminished troop readiness.
The Guardian

The Opinion: Sources told the Post that Ratcliffe’s mission was to explicitly counter the narrative that the U.S. is “exhausted and unable to intervene”. He reportedly warned Russian officials not to exploit this perceived weakness and pushed Moscow to reduce its military and economic support for Tehran.
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3. Delivering a Reality Check on Ukraine
The New York Times focused on Ratcliffe’s specific meetings with Russian intelligence officials, notably FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov.
Meduza

The Context: U.S. intelligence has long suspected that Putin is insulated from the reality of Russia’s heavy casualties—estimated at 1.4 million—and the actual battlefield dynamics in Ukraine.
CBC
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