China’s track record on foreign friendships does not bode well for the Russian leader.
Tag: Russia
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Russia Batters Ukraine’s Ability to Export Grain in Black Sea Confrontation
Russia held exercises demonstrating its power to sink ships and stop those that try to run its blockade. For Ukrainian food exports to resume, Moscow said, a list of demands must be met.
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Biden Elevates C.I.A. Director to Become a Member of the Cabinet
William J. Burns, a veteran diplomat, has played a key role in the Biden administration’s efforts to thwart the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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C.I.A. Chief Says Wagner Mutiny Revived Questions About Putin’s Rule
William J. Burns gave the most detailed public account yet by a U.S. official of the damage done to President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia by last month’s uprising by the mercenary group.
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Russia Steps Up Strikes on Ukraine Grain Ports as U.S. Warns of Ship Attacks
A White House official said Moscow might stage an attack on a commercial ship and blame Ukraine.