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Russia Fires Nuclear Capable Oreshnik Missile at Ukraine - Kyiv Struck

Russia announced launch of its new Oreshnik intermediate range missile in strikes on Ukraine that analysts say is nuclear capable The rare deployment elevates risks and prompts urgent appeals from Kyiv for allied pressure and support

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66 - Number of international and UN entities the US says it will withdraw from

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"The only thing that can stop me is my own morality" — Donald Trump

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"Venezuela is releasing large numbers of political prisoners as a sign of “Seeking Peace.” This is a very important and smart gesture. The U.S.A. and Venezuela are working well together, especially as it pertains to rebuilding, in a much bigger, better, and more modern form, their oil and gas infrastructure. Because of this cooperation,…"