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Vladimir Putin sworn in for fifth term as Russia’s leaderAlready in office for nearly a quarter-century, Putin’s new term doesn’t expire until 2030, when he will be constitutionally eligible to run again.WorldMay 7
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Putin warns against striking Russia as Ukraine gets more aid from EU alliesPresident Vladimir Putin warned that hitting Russian soil with Western-supplied weapons could set the war on a dangerous new path.WorldMay 28
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Vladimir Putin on brink of 6 more years in power as Russia’s election beginsRussia began three days of voting on Friday in an presidential election that is set to extend the rule of Vladimir Putin by six more years.WorldMar 15
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Putin seals 5th term in predetermined election landslideVladimir Putin sealed his control over Russia for six more years with a predetermined landslide in an election that followed the harshest crackdown on the opposition.WorldMar 18
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How does Putin stay in power?Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to sweep to power in another illegitimate election. How does he maintain his grip and what does it mean for Ukraine and NATO?WorldMar 15
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Russia claims NATO members’ support for Ukraine is ‘escalation’ of conflict'NATO is increasing the degree of escalation,' a Kremlin spokesman said, after NATO's head called for alliance members to alet Ukraine to use Western weapons in Russia.U.S. NewsMay 27
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West runs risk of nuclear war if they send troops to Ukraine: PutinPresident Vladimir Putin says Western countries risk provoking a nuclear war if they sent troops to fight in Ukraine, warning that Moscow has weapons to hit targets in the West.WorldFeb 29
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Ukraine says it foiled a Russian spy plot to assassinate ZelenskyyTwo colonels in the State Guard of Ukraine were detained on suspicion of enacting the plan drawn up by Russia’s Federal Security Service, a statement said.WorldMay 7
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Ukraine marks its third Easter at war under fire from Russian attacksAs Ukraine marked its third Easter at war, Russia on Sunday launched a barrage of drones concentrated in Ukraine’s east.WorldMay 5
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Biden says Ukraine can strike Russia with U.S. arms to defend Kharkiv: reportsThe move comes as Ukrainian officials have stepped up calls on the U.S. administration to allow its forces to defend itself against attacks originating from Russian territory.U.S. News9 hours
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Montreal launches cruise season with ship that protected 1,500 Ukrainian refugeesAround 1,500 refugees fled their homeland and boarded the ship with their scant possessions. The ship they boarded would be their home for the next six months.CanadaMay 4
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Russia captures 5 villages in Ukraine’s northeast, forces 1,700 to fleeMoscow's forces have captured five villages as part of a renewed ground assault in Ukraine’s northeast, the Russian Defense Ministry said Saturday.WorldMay 11
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Russia warns of nuclear weapon drills to ‘cool down’ West. Is it bluffing?The U.S. later said it would not be changing its nuclear posture in response, underscoring the continued belief that Russia is unlikely to actually use nuclear weapons in Ukraine.WorldMay 7
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Billionaire who wants off Canada’s Russia sanctions list denounces PutinThe Canadian government alleges Igor Makarov benefited from Russia's "oligarchy system."CanadaApr 22
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Belarus opposition leader warns of Russia’s threat: ‘We know dictatorship’Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya says her country's struggle for democracy is also against Russia's ongoing subjugation of Belarus, which poses a danger to the Belarusian people.WorldApr 28
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ICC warrant requests for Israeli, Hamas officials draws scorn. What happens next?While Netanyahu and his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, do not face imminent arrest, the announcement was a symbolic blow that deepened Israel’s isolation over the Gaza conflict.WorldMay 20
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Russia will attack NATO if Ukraine falls, Mike Pence warnsA Russian victory over Ukraine would embolden other authoritarian regimes, former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence said. He said China is waiting to see the West "falter."WorldApr 19
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy fires state guard head after 2 accused in assassination plotThe move came as Zelenskyy said his country's army is facing “a really difficult situation” in eastern regions where troops are battling to hold back Russia.WorldMay 9
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The West Block Transcript – Episode 33, Season 13Buying essential, like groceries, is becoming increasingly out of reach for many Canadians. Ottawa said they have a plan, so where are the results?PoliticsApr 28
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Iran’s president, foreign minister dead in helicopter crash, state TV reportsIran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appointed First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber as the country’s acting president.WorldMay 20