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Dmitry Peskov, Putin’s spokesman, declined to offer evidence of a drone attack on the Russian leader’s residence, dismissing inquiries as “insane.” He asserted that the Kremlin’s account should be accepted without proof, further indicating Russia’s stance on ending the war in Ukraine would become “tougher.” Peskov labeled the alleged attack a “terrorist act” aimed at disrupting negotiations. Following the incident, Russia’s Foreign Minister threatened to revise negotiating positions, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy refuted the claims, viewing them as a potential pretext for Russian strikes.
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In June, a lawmaker from the AfD party submitted eight inquiries concerning drone defense capabilities of the local police. These inquiries prompted accusations from centrist politicians, who believe the AfD is attempting to expose sensitive information that could be used by Moscow in its war efforts. The questions from the AfD focused on critical infrastructure and security authorities, raising concerns that the party is acting on behalf of the Kremlin. Critics argue that the AfD’s frequent pro-Kremlin stances and inquiries suggest an alignment with Russian interests.
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According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, Russia is uninterested in a temporary ceasefire with Ukraine, including a proposed Christmas truce. Moscow’s position is that a pause would allow Kyiv to regroup and prepare for further conflict, instead of achieving Russia’s goals and securing its interests. Peskov stated Russia seeks peace on its own terms and is not prepared to substitute broader peace settlement negotiations with short-term measures. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had not yet received an official response from the United States regarding Ukraine’s peace plan proposals, though discussions were planned.
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According to reports, former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had not yet read a U.S.-authored peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump’s remarks came after U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators concluded talks on the proposal, with Trump suggesting Zelenskyy was delaying progress despite the proposal allegedly being favored by his own people and Russia. Simultaneously, the Kremlin welcomed the Trump administration’s new national security strategy, indicating alignment with Moscow’s vision for improving relations and potentially leading to constructive cooperation.
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That’s what we get paid for: Ukraine’s spy chief confirms ability to eavesdrop on Kremlin’s inner circle. This confirmation isn’t just about technical prowess; it’s a stark reminder of how war fundamentally alters everything. Every casual conversation, every private chat, suddenly transforms into a potential intelligence goldmine. It makes you wonder, doesn’t it, about the countless lives – both seen and unseen – that might be affected by these intercepted calls, by the secrets they hold. The fact that the spy chief would even acknowledge this is intriguing. You’d imagine most Ukrainians would want to do this, regardless of any compensation.… Continue reading
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Lawmakers Mike Rounds and Angus King reported that Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed them that the leaked 28-point peace plan for Ukraine was essentially a “wish list” originating from the Kremlin, not the U.S. government. The plan, which critics see as a demand for Ukrainian capitulation, includes provisions such as halving Ukraine’s military and recognizing Russian control of occupied territories. Despite denials from Rubio and the State Department, the administration has faced scrutiny for the plan, with even Special Envoy Steve Witkoff raising suspicion regarding its origins. Trump has since stated the proposals aren’t final, and is allowing Ukraine to respond by Thursday.
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Newly released emails reveal that Jeffrey Epstein offered to provide the Kremlin with insights into Donald Trump prior to the 2018 Helsinki summit. Epstein suggested he could help Russia understand Trump’s motivations and offered to facilitate communication between Trump and Putin through Sergei Lavrov. The emails also show a former US Treasury Secretary expressing concern about Trump’s behavior at the summit. While the White House maintains the emails prove nothing, they shed light on the complex relationship between Epstein and Trump, as well as the latter’s interactions with Russia.
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An analysis of over 20,000 pages of documents from the Jeffrey Epstein estate, released by U.S. House Republicans, reveals Donald Trump’s name mentioned over 1,500 times. However, the majority of these mentions do not establish new or substantial connections between Trump and Epstein. The documents include emails, transcripts, and news clippings, with many references stemming from media coverage of Trump’s presidential campaign and term. Furthermore, some released emails also suggest that Epstein attempted to offer insights on Trump to the Kremlin, though the documents do not indicate the outreach led to any contact.
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