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Day 2. Vladimir Putin Takes Part in Russia-Africa Summit
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 3:53am EDTToday is day two of the Russia-Africa Summit – a platform created by Moscow and African leaders to enhance economic cooperation and maintain stability in the region.
Watch Live: Russian and African Executives Discuss Energy Cooperation
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 3:27am EDTToday is day two of the Russia-Africa Summit – a platform created by Moscow and African leaders to enhance economic cooperation and maintain stability in the region.
Africa Views Gas as Most Promising Course for Energy Cooperation With Russia
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 3:18am EDTST. PETERSBURG (Sputnik) – Africa sees natural gas as a promising direction of cooperation with Russian energy companies in order to become an energy self-sufficient continent, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber NJ Ayuk told Sputnik.
Giant Martian Volcano Could Be Island in Ancient Times – Study
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 2:23am EDTWhen dealing with the research, scientists looked at similar volcanos on Earth to get a better understanding of Olympus Mons, which is 624 km in diameter, roughly the same size as the US state of Arizona or Poland.
1US Approves $120.5Mln Sale of 16 Assault Amphibious Vehicles to Romania
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 2:13am EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – The US government has approved a $120.5 million sale of sixteen assault amphibious vehicles and other equipment to Romania, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said.
N Korean Kim Jong Un, Russian Delegation Led by Shoigu Attend Military Parade
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 1:13am EDTMOSCOW, (Sputnik) – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and the Russian delegation led by Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu oversaw a military parade on Thursday night in Pyongyang.
Dormant 46,000-Year-Old Nematode Roundworm From Siberian Permafrost Brought Back to Life
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 1:13am EDTThis microscopic female worm, now known as Panagrolaimus kolymaensis, was found in a state of suspended animation and later started reproducing in a laboratory dish.
US Experts Slowly Admitting Ukraine Can’t Win, Hope for Stalemate
Sputnik - Jul 28th 2023 12:04am EDTUkraine has been throwing wave after wave of men and equipment at Russia’s defensive lines, but has yet to make any significant gains. This has seemingly caused a shift in the Western narrative regarding the conflict.
Japan’s White Paper Reveals Plan to Multiply Defense Spending Across 7 Areas
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 11:37pm EDTTOKYO (Sputnik) – Japan is planning to significantly increase its defense budget in seven areas, Japan’s Defense White Paper — the Ministry of Defense’s annual report — showed on Friday.
Sudan Conflict Forces 3.4 Million People to Flee to Neighboring Countries – WHO
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 11:13pm EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The conflict in Sudan has forced a total of 3.4 million people to flee to refuge in neighboring countries, who are now facing rapidly intensifying health threats, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Thursday.
US Defense, Diplomacy Chiefs to Visit Australia for Talks on Bolstering Regional Cooperation
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 10:58pm EDTWASHINGTON, July 27 (Sputnik) – US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken are set to meet in Australia with their respective counterparts for talks on furthering cooperation in a variety of areas across the Indo-Pacific region.
Report: US Abrams Tanks May Arrive on Ukrainian Battlefield by September
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 10:50pm EDTWASHINGTON, July 28 (Sputnik) – US-made Abrams tanks will reportedly make their way onto the battlefield in Ukraine later this year in September.
Russian Military Thwarts Drone Attack Attempt in Moscow
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 10:08pm EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – An enemy drone attempting to attack in Moscow was shot down by the Russian military overnight, Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said Friday night.
July Set to Break Record as Earth’s Hottest Month
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 9:57pm EDTThe scorching summer heat is affecting regions across North America, Europe and Asia, among other areas, marking an extraordinary year for global temperatures.
Justice Dept. to Launch Second Probe Into Memphis Police After Tyre Nichols Killing
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 9:22pm EDTThe investigation comes months after Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, was beaten to death by police officers, though the Justice Department insists the investigation is “not based on a single incident or event.”
Nearly 100 Pilot Whales Die on Australian Beach as Rescue Efforts Prove Unsuccessful
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 8:49pm EDTWildlife experts, while speculating on the cause of the beaching, could not determine a definitive reason behind the tragic event. Officials suggested it might be a result of stress or illness within the pod, but the exact cause remains a mystery.
US Senate Overwhelmingly Passes 2024 Defense Bill
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 8:27pm EDTThe US Senate easily passed the National Defense Bill Thursday night, following a 86-11 vote. The bill will still have to be negotiated with the House of Representatives version before being sent to President Joe Biden’s desk.
Mystery 2,000-Year-Old Iron Age Warrior Identified as Female
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 7:56pm EDTThe mysterious burial site, unearthed in 1999, initially left experts puzzled as it contained both a sword and a shield, typically associated with male burials, and a mirror, which was often known as a burial item for women.
Netanyahu: ‘Silly’ to Fear Judicial Reforms Will Hurt Israeli Democracy
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 7:29pm EDTIsraelis have been protesting proposed judicial reforms for months, saying new measures severely restricting the nation’s Supreme Court gives the prime minister and ruling party too much power, and eliminates checks and balances in the country.
New Charges Added to Trump Mar-a-Lago Case as Special Counsel Names Third Defendant
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 7:02pm EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – Former US President Donald Trump and two others are facing new charges as part of US special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into the mishandling of classified documents at the former president’s Florida residence.
White House: Biden Will Not Pardon His Son Hunter Over Tax, Firearms Charges
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 5:17pm EDTWASHINGTON (Sputnik) – White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on Thursday said President Joe Biden would not pardon his son Hunter, who is facing tax and firearms-related charges.
VW Buys 5% Stake in Chinese EV Maker Xpeng, Announce Two New Electric Cars
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 4:35pm EDTGerman automaker Volkswagen announced on Wednesday that it bought a 4.99% stake in Xpeng, a Chinese maker of high-end electric vehicles (EVs) for some $700 million.
Watch Ka-52 Alligator Helicopters Wipe Out Ukrainian Positions
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 3:58pm EDTKa-52 helicopter crews are essential units the Russian Armed Forces uses on a daily basis to achieve goals of the special operation in Ukraine. Russian ‘Alligator’ helicopters control the Ukrainian air space, rendering Kiev’s military actions entirely futile.
Will Collapse of Hunter Biden Plea Deal End Up in Joe’s Impeachment?
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 3:02pm EDTThe collapse of First Son Hunter Biden’s plea deal could have a lot of implications, including the possibility of an impeachment inquiry, according to some US legal observers.
Ex-Austrian FM Kneissl Hails Russia-Africa Summit as Outshining EU’s ‘Negative Approach’
Sputnik - Jul 27th 2023 3:01pm EDTThe second Russia-Africa Summit, aimed at improving rapport between Moscow and African states, kicked off in St. Petersburg on July 27, 2023.
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