Russia warned Israel pertaining its readiness to shoot down Israeli planes, if they resume flights to Syria. The information became available on the EVO RUS. Furthermore, Russia believes that Israel aggressive behavior carries the potential threat to the Russian military troops in Syria.
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Russia — ‘NATO Threat to Whole World’
The Russian Gosduma made a statement pertaining the NATO actions, which pose political and military threats not only to Russia, but also to the whole world. Moscow naturally wants to weaken the alliance. The statement was made by the First Deputy Head of the State Duma Committee on the International Affairs Dmitry Novikov.
Impeachment II — Senate Moves Forward
The impeachment process against the former President of the United States, Donald Trump, continues. On Tuesday, the Senate approved the continuation of the case, with votes from Democrats and some Republicans, with the display of images of the assault on the Capitol in January.
Russia Boots Three Diplomats
The Kremlin announced that three diplomats were ordered to leave Russia on February 5th after participating in protest. The diplomats expelled are from the Kingdom of Sweden, Republic of Poland and Germany. That was the date, when Alexei Navalny and his team urged the public to take to the Russian streets and protest.
Germany — The Cost of the Nord Steam 2 Pipeline
The Nord Stream 2 pipeline is almost complete. According to the German Minister of the Environment and Nuclear Safety of Svenja Schulze the project construction was started by adhering to all the laws and regulations. The discussion pertaining the Nord Stream 2 took place during the interview on the January 24, 2020.
Amazon Offered Biden Help with Coronavirus Vaccination Campaign
Amazon, the Seattle based company congratulated Biden and Kamala Harris and assured that “Amazon is ready to help in their efforts to address climate change, control the spread of Covid-19, restart our economy and promote common sense immigration reforms that honor America’s diversity.
Trump Offers Deportation Protections to Venezuelans
Former US President Donald Trump announced deportation protections for Venezuelans residing in the United States just hours before he left office. The latest move was aimed at underscoring the US government’s commitment to take down the Nicolas Maduro administration.
Israel Extends Lockdown, Settlements
The lockdown in Israel against the Coronavirus has been extended for another two weeks. The lockdown has not been successful in getting down the number of daily infections. Instead, Israel has seen a change in the number of younger people that have become hospitalized from the Coronavirus in the last two weeks.
Biden Announces $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Plan
Joe Biden announced a proposal for economic stimulus in the United States aimed at boosting the economy and accelerating the United States’ response to the coronavirus pandemic. Mr. Biden campaigned last year with a promise to take the pandemic more seriously than President Donald Trump.
Capitol Attack — Business World Shuns Trump
Several companies have distanced themselves from the outgoing American President, Donald Trump, after the Capitol attack that resulted in five deaths. The latest is Deutsche Bank. The bank decided to abandon Donald Trump, a longtime customer. The bank’s move is not exactly a surprise.
Pence Won’t Use Twenty-Fifth Amendment Against Trump
The Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence did not, after all, invoke the 25th Amendment to the Constitution to remove his boss, President Donald Trump, from office. He had been asked to do so by the House of Representatives as a reaction to the violent assault on the Capitol by the president’s supporters last week.
Biden Avoids Firm Trump Impeachment Decision
Joe Biden has refrained from making any decisive statements regarding the current impeachment motion against outgoing US President Donald Trump. Speaking about the situation, Mr. Biden has indicated that he has no interest in taking part in the impeachment plans.
Biden Backs Burns as CIA Boss
On Monday, Joe Biden proposed diplomat William Burns as the new Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Mr. Burns has held, among other positions, that of Ambassador to Russia. He has worked in the service of five administrations, both Democrats and Republicans and he commands high respect from his former work stations.
US Capitol Attack — Dozens Arrested as Investigations Continue
American security officials have since opened a series of criminal cases against those who forcefully invaded the Capitol as congress ratified the Electoral College. As of Saturday, more than 90 people had been arrested over the incident that literally shocked the world.
Israel and World Diplomats React to Capital Hill Violence
American adversaries and allies shook their head in dismay at the assault on the heart of US democracy. Many foreign leaders noted the importance of American’s role as a nation of self-rule by a free population urging a rapid return to stability. Several place the blame on President Trump. Others placed the blame on the news media, fake news during the Trump Administration before the Corona Pandemic which created doubts in the minds of Americans that justice was being upheld.
Trump is not the Messiah – He made a good try
President Trump began his term as President with the highest Messianic ideals. He hoped that the strength of America could unite whole with freedom and democracy. He fought against liberal socialism which polluted the essence of freedom and democracy to permit abortions without limit, sex relationships not procreative, and anarchy in the name of freedom. With the strength of a powerful America he was able to bring together opposite sides of national religions Islam and Judaism.
Congress Rejects Objections to Biden Victory
The Senate rejected, by overwhelming majority, the objection of some Republican senators to the victory of Joe Biden in the state of Arizona. The objection to the results in Arizona– led by Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ) and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX)— was dismissed by 93-6 on Wednesday night, local time.
Black New Year — Dow Falls Below 30,000
After the new high in 2020, the U.S. stock market fell across the board and encountered a black New Year. The Dow fell nearly 400 points, and once fell below the psychological barrier of 30,000 points. Gold and silver stocks bucked the trend and rose. Qutoutiao rose more than 22%, Bilibili rose more than 10%, Weilai rose more than 9%, and Pinduoduo fell more than 6%.
House Narrowly Re-Elects Pelosi as Speaker
Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) was re-elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Sunday, albeit narrowly. Speaker Pelosi narrowly secured the position after having been deserted by five Democrats who supported someone else. All Republicans, however, voted for House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA).
China — US Relations at New Crossroads
In an interview with official media, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemned the Trump administration’s actions to contain China and provoke a new Cold War, saying that this has brought harm to the world. He also hoped that the new administration led by Biden would “regain rationality and reopen dialogue.”
US House Approves Emergency Aid Increase
The US Government Financial aid to citizens affected by the crisis generated by the covid-19 was on Monday increased to $2 thousand dollars, instead of the initially approved US $ 600. The measure will be evaluated by the Senate, with a Republican majority.
Biden Appoints Hicks, Kahl to Defense Posts
Joe Biden continues to build his incoming cabinet. In his latest series of appointments, Mr. Biden has appointed former Pentagon official Dr. Kathleen Hicks as Deputy Secretary of Defense in his incoming administration. If confirmed, she would make history as the first woman to hold that position.
Stimulus Bill Boosts Demand, AA Restarts 737 MAX Flights
Crude oil futures rebounded and closed up after experiencing the setbacks of the previous trading day. New York crude oil rose 0.8% to close at $48. The cause was that traders believed a new round of large-scale assistance programs in the United States might boost energy demand.
House Approves Bigger Checks, EU Approves Brexit Deal
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill on Monday that would issue $2,000 checks, an increase from the $600 stimulus checks already going out in the pandemic relief bill. Democrats and moderate Republicans voted for a proposal supported by President Donald Trump.
Crude Oil, Natural Gas Futures Fall Amid Pandemic Concerns
US President Donald Trump decided to change his policy over the weekend and signed a bill that includes the $ 900 billion in aid to consumers and small businesses. However, crude oil futures increased production due to the spread of the epidemic and OPEC+ expectations intensified. Crude oil gave up early gains and closed slightly lower.
Trump Signs Coronavirus Stimulus Package
After much delay, US President Donald Trump finally signed the US coronavirus stimulus package and government funding bill. The move frees $2.3 trillion for emergency aid to help those affected by the coronavirus pandemic and funds the federal government, avoiding a shutdown.
Trump Threatens to Veto Coronavirus Aid Package
US President Donald Trump surprised everyone with this harsh criticism of the $900 billion coronavirus aid package that was passed by Congress on Monday. In a video message posted on Twitter Tuesday night, President Trump called the package a “shame,” and vowed that he would not sign the law if it isn’t revised.
Biden Nominates Cardona as Secretary of Education
Joe Biden has chosen Connecticut Commissioner of Education, Dr. Miguel Cardona, as the nation’s next Secretary of Education. Mr. Biden, in making public his next choice for cabinet secretary, stated that Dr. Cardona is an experienced and dedicated public school teacher who will play a pioneering role in the Department of Education.
How Russia is Using the SolarWinds Hack as Propaganda
The US government experienced a massive hack this month. According to the experts the hacked networks would have to be burned. The Washington Post immediately accused Russia of the hack. There are have been reports that hackers also gained access to Microsoft. Most strongly believe that Russia is behind the hack.
Biden, López Obrador Phone Call, Promise to “Work Together”
Biden Backs Buttigieg for Transportation Secretary
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden announced Tuesday he was nominating former South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg as Secretary of Transportation. “Mayor Pete” was Mr. Biden’s former rival in the Democratic Party’s presidential primaries. If confirmed by the Senate, Mr. Buttigieg would be America’s first LGBT cabinet official.
AMLO, Bolsonaro Congratulate Biden
Congratulations are in order for Democratic presidential candidate, Joe Biden. Some top world leaders, who initially went mum on his victory, have finally recognized the Democrat as the US President-Elect. Just hours after Russia’s Vladimir Putin recognized and congratulated Joe Biden on his victory, the presidents of Brazil and Mexico followed suit.
Putin Congratulates Biden on Election Victory
Russian President Vladimir Putin has finally congratulated Joe Biden for his apparent victory in the US presidential election Monday. It has been over a month since the US held its presidential elections, subsequently won by the Democrat, Mr. Biden. It is worth noting that several world leaders already congratulated Mr. Biden within days of the election.
Putin Congratulates Biden on Winning U.S. Election
The Kremlin announced Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden on his election victory, in a move that followed Mr. Biden receiving a majority of votes from the Electoral College. The ritual Monday formally determines who will be the next President of the United States.
Electoral College Vote Signals Last Call for Barr
US Attorney General William Barr resigned Monday, and is scheduled to step down on December 23. This is less than a month before his term ends and Joe Biden takes office as President on January 20. Mr. Barr’s departure was announced by President Donald Trump on Twitter.
Electoral College Confirms Biden Win
The 538 members of the Electoral College voted on Monday and confirmed Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden’s victory, dealing incumbent President Donald Trump a big blow in his maneuvers to have his apparent defeat overturned. President Trump has alleged electoral fraud, albeit without tangible proof.
Iran — Netanyahu Warns “Return to Normalcy” a Mistake
It would be a “mistake” to return to normalcy with Iran,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a joint news conference with US National Security Adviser, Robert O’Brien on Sunday. Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke of Israel’s resistance to the usual approaches of the past regarding the international nuclear dispute with Iran.
”Don’t Give Up” Thousands of Trump Supporters Urge Him On
President Donald Trump’s supporters gathered in their thousands on Saturday in various cities across the United States to protest US court decisions on Republican requests to overturn election results and to ask the President not to give up in his quest for ‘justice’.
US Elections- Electoral College Scheduled to Vote on Monday
On Monday, each of the 50 US states brings together the group of electors who will vote for the next US President. The US Electoral College is the group of electors mandated by the US Constitution to elect the country’s President and Vice President, after the state elections that take place every four years.
The Possible SWIFT Disconnection and the Russian Economic Impact
The experts predict new sanctions will be laid against Russia within a year. The predictions are based on Joe Biden favoritism to the Ukraine. Ukraine has been vocal to remove Russia from the Swift payment system. SWIFT is a vast messaging network used by banks and other financial institutions to quickly, accurately, and securely send and receive information, such as money transfer instructions.
Big Blow to Trump as Supreme Court Dismisses Texas Complaint
US President, Donald Trump on Friday suffered a big blow in his spirited maneuvers to prove that the recently concluded US elections were fraudulent after the country’s Supreme Court rejected a lawsuit filed by Texas to overturn Joe Biden’s victory on the grounds that it lacked standing.
US Supreme Court Rejects Texas Case
The United States Supreme Court rejected an unprecedented attempt By Texas to overturn the results of the 2020 US presidential election in four swing states, Georgia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsinan in an effort that US President Donald Trump supported.
EU Reaches Deal on Stimulus, US Still Negotiating
U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) have not yet hinted that they are ready to engage in direct contact to discuss and sort out various epidemic relief plans. Many lawmakers said that this step is important, and an agreement this month is essential.
Donald Trump on Presidential Elections: ”I’ll have the last laugh”
President Donald Trump isn’t giving up just yet on his claims that the elections were rigged in favor of his opponent, Joe Biden. On Saturday, Trump was at it again. Claiming as he has done several times in recent days. Speaking during his first post-election rally that he is a victim of elections thievery.
Cannabis Stocks Dipped After Legislative Vote
Aurora Cannabis (ACB) and related cannabis stocks fell Friday following a vote by the US House of Representatives to legalize cannabis. The motion, which experienced resistance from House Republicans, was passed after garnering 228 votes in favor compared to 164 votes against. Marijuana is currently legal in a number of major states in America.
Biden to Americans: Wear a Mask for 100 Days
Former Vice President Joe Biden will ask Americans to wear a mask during his first 100 days of his presidency, due to begin on January 20. The Democrat said that in federal facilities or in means of interstate transportation, such as airplanes or buses, he will make the use of the mask mandatory. A broader order will remain in the hands of local governments.
Barr: No Evidence of Widespread Fraud
The US Attorney General, William Barr, has indicted that the Department of Justice– which he leads– has not found evidence of massive electoral fraud sufficient to overturn the results of the presidential election. The Attorney General made his comments in an interview with the Associated Press.
Biden Appoints All-Women Communications Team
Former Vice President Joe Biden has set the ball rolling, in as far as constituting his team of staff is concerned. On Sunday, Mr. Biden unveiled his dream team White House communication team. For the first time in history, the communications team is comprised entirely of women.
President Trump Says He’ll Leave Office if the Electoral College Declares Biden the Winner
US President Donald Trump gave the green light for Joe Biden to gain access to crucial intelligence briefings, funds, and direct communication with top government officials. On whether he intends to make another presidential bid in 2024, Trump has declined to talk about related plans.
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