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April 25, 2024
In this episode of Eastern Express, we explore the current outlook of the war in Ukraine. Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine's intelligence chief has warned of a challenging period ahead but insists that Ukraine is not losing the war. With Russia planning a massive troop mobilization, Ukraine must prepare for a complex operation. Despite grim forecasts, a new US aid package may offer some hope for Ukraine's defense efforts.
Ukraine Prepares for an Offensive - Eastern Express - TVP World
In this episode of Eastern Express, we explore the current outlook of the war in Ukraine. Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine's intelligence chief has warned of a challenging period ahead but insists that Ukraine is not losing the war. With Russia planning a massive troop mobilization, Ukraine must prepare for a complex operation. Despite grim forecasts, a new US aid package may offer some hope for Ukraine's defense efforts.
April 25, 2024
Ukraine's security is set to be a hot topic for US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during talks in China. Blinken wants to stabilize ties with Beijing, but also to ramp up pressure over its close relationship with Russia.
00:00 Background
01:58 Rory Daniels, Asia Society Policy Institute
07:44 Kelly Grieco, Analyst, Stimson Center
Blinken's China visit: Can the US persuade China to rethink Russia relations? - DW News
Ukraine's security is set to be a hot topic for US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during talks in China. Blinken wants to stabilize ties with Beijing, but also to ramp up pressure over its close relationship with Russia.
00:00 Background
01:58 Rory Daniels, Asia Society Policy Institute
07:44 Kelly Grieco, Analyst, Stimson Center
April 25, 2024
Russia’s minister was detained on charges of accepting a bribe, according to Russia’s federal Investigative Committee. Speaking about the arrest, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Putin has been informed about the arrest.
Russian Minister's Fall from Grace - Break the Fake - TVP World
Russia’s minister was detained on charges of accepting a bribe, according to Russia’s federal Investigative Committee. Speaking about the arrest, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Putin has been informed about the arrest.
April 25, 2024
“I’m not going to let other people determine what I am or am not capable of accomplishing, simply because of the color of my skin and my last name.” Rep. Andy Kim, of New Jersey’s 3rd District, chats with Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper about his Senate run and Asian-American representation in politics, why working in Congress feels like “the world’s worst reality TV show,” and how America can solidify its role in the 21st century amidst growing neo-isolationism.
Rep. Andy Kim - New Jersey Senate Race & Working in "World's Worst Reality TV Show" - The Daily Show
“I’m not going to let other people determine what I am or am not capable of accomplishing, simply because of the color of my skin and my last name.” Rep. Andy Kim, of New Jersey’s 3rd District, chats with Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper about his Senate run and Asian-American representation in politics, why working in Congress feels like “the world’s worst reality TV show,” and how America can solidify its role in the 21st century amidst growing neo-isolationism.
April 25, 2024
Kanye West is reportedly about to enter the world of pornographic filmmaking and has been in talks with Stormy Daniels’ ex-husband to help shepherd the whole thing, a gentleman on an English morning TV show seems to have enormous potential, the Senate passed a $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, the bill would also require the Chinese company that owns TikTok to either sell it in a year or be banned nationwide, Donald Trump has been milking his gag order for every drop, Joe Biden is yucking it up, Eric and Don Jr are running the handoff for Daddy if he gets re-elected, Lara Trump is very concerned about voter fraud, MyPillow Mike Lindell’s voting fraud case with the Supreme Court failed but he was happy to receive a wedding gift from Jimmy, George Santos has withdrawn his bid to re-run for Congress, and Truth Social is going to start streaming Live TV!
Kimmel: Trump Milks Gag Order for Every Drop, MyPillow Mike Loves Jimmy's Wedding Gift & Kanye's Porn Plan
Kanye West is reportedly about to enter the world of pornographic filmmaking and has been in talks with Stormy Daniels’ ex-husband to help shepherd the whole thing, a gentleman on an English morning TV show seems to have enormous potential, the Senate passed a $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, the bill would also require the Chinese company that owns TikTok to either sell it in a year or be banned nationwide, Donald Trump has been milking his gag order for every drop, Joe Biden is yucking it up, Eric and Don Jr are running the handoff for Daddy if he gets re-elected, Lara Trump is very concerned about voter fraud, MyPillow Mike Lindell’s voting fraud case with the Supreme Court failed but he was happy to receive a wedding gift from Jimmy, George Santos has withdrawn his bid to re-run for Congress, and Truth Social is going to start streaming Live TV!
April 25, 2024
Trump complaints about Michael Cohen violate the gag order.
Trump makes fatal mistake in NY criminal trial - Brian Tyler Cohen
Trump complaints about Michael Cohen violate the gag order.
April 25, 2024
The former USC Trojan football star won the trophy back in 2005 but was forced to give it up in 2010 when an NCAA probe found he and his family received improper benefits during his college career.
Reggie Bush, former star running back at USC, will get his Heisman Trophy back - ABC News
The former USC Trojan football star won the trophy back in 2005 but was forced to give it up in 2010 when an NCAA probe found he and his family received improper benefits during his college career.
April 25, 2024
It's been more than two years now since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Since then, hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian men have been called up to serve in the military. Many have not returned. We spoke to one mother who is coming to terms with her own loss. Ukraine is trying to mobilize more of its population for military service, including those living abroad. How is the country's recruitment drive going so far?
How Ukraine is trying to increase mobilization for military service - DW News
It's been more than two years now since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Since then, hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian men have been called up to serve in the military. Many have not returned. We spoke to one mother who is coming to terms with her own loss. Ukraine is trying to mobilize more of its population for military service, including those living abroad. How is the country's recruitment drive going so far?
April 25, 2024
Republican Senator Tom Tillis revealed his disdain for Marjorie Taylor Greene in a brutal moment.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets What She Deserves in Brutal Recording! - Luke Beasley
Republican Senator Tom Tillis revealed his disdain for Marjorie Taylor Greene in a brutal moment.
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