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Washington, D.C. Staff Writer   Education: American University, MA in Journalism and Public Affairs; University of Notre Dame, BA in American Studies   Marisa Iati is a reporter on the general assignment desk at The Washington Post. She previously worked at the Star-Ledger and NJ.com in New Jersey,...

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Florida lawmakers pass 'Don't Say Gay' bill

Florida's Senate has passed a bill to ban discussions of sexual orientation or gender identity in primary schools.

3 years ago

Ukraine's bid to recruit fighters from Africa sparks uproar

Nigeria, Senegal and Algeria have criticized Ukraine's efforts to enlist international fighters as it resists a Russian invasion. Analysts say those who have responded to the call need to reconsider.

3 years ago

Joe Biden bans Russian oil imports over Ukraine invasion

Latest effort to cut off foreign revenue as punishment comes as a response to pressure from US lawmakers

3 years ago

The Russia-Ukraine conflict may have just prevented WW3

Sanctions on Russia have all but collapsed its economy. If the same sanctions were placed on China, it would be disastrous and extreme.

3 years ago

Premier League suspends broadcast deal with Russia because of Ukraine invasion

The Premier League has suspended its broadcast deal with Russia following the country's invasion of neighbouring Ukraine.

3 years ago

Gas prices are now the most expensive in US history, breaking record from 2008

The national average price for gas continues to soar, breaking records in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

3 years ago

Venezuela says those behind NATO expansion should de-escalate Ukraine crisis

President Nicolas Maduro insists that Moscow’s conflict with Kiev was ‘provoked’ by the West

3 years ago

Moscow agrees to ceasefire in ‘humanitarian corridor’, says Kyiv

Ukraine has accused Russia of planning to torpedo another attempt to allow civilians to leave the embattled city of Sumy

3 years ago

China shocks over ‘iron clad’ relationship with Russia

There’s the “glaring failure” to condemn the invasion of Ukraine, but “extraordinary” details show where China’s loyalties really lie and why.

3 years ago

Germany warns against sanctioning ‘essential’ Russian oil and gas

Chancellor Olaf Scholz says refusing to ban Russian energy imports is a “conscious decision”

3 years ago

NATO member bans arms supplies to Ukraine

Hungary explained its move by the need to protect its own safety and to prevent itself from entering “this war”

3 years ago

Sean Penn shares his ‘startling’ exit from Ukraine

Sean Penn appeared on CNN's Anderson Cooper 360 to discuss his experience in Ukraine. Picture: CNN/Flash

3 years ago

Russia recruiting Syrians to fight against Ukraine - US officials

Ukraine continued to call for the West to impose a no-fly zone and provide fighter jets.

3 years ago

Oil prices soar as western allies discuss Russian import ban

Brent crude hits $139 as Moscow says it will pause bombing to allow civilians out of Ukrainian cities

3 years ago

Chinese Tech Firms Weigh Opportunities in Russia After Western Pullout

Seizing market share from Apple, HP and others ceasing sales amid Ukraine war might not be so easy given mounting obstacles

3 years ago

TikTok limits services as Netflix pulls out of Russia

Video-sharing site TikTok and streaming giant Netflix have limited and cut their services respectively in Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

3 years ago

American Express suspends operations in Russia and Belarus

Visa and Mastercard have announced they will suspend all operations in Russia in protest at its invasion of Ukraine.

3 years ago

Russia’s Military Chief Promised Quick Victory in Ukraine, but Now Faces a Potential Quagmire

Media coverage of Russian troops invading Ukraine is unfolding differently in Russia than in the U.S. Using maps and disinformation, many television programs are shaping public opinion by justifying Moscow’s decision to attack its neighbor.

3 years ago

Ukraine: Russia has attacked schools and hospitals, says deputy PM

Russia is striking civilian targets in Ukraine, including hospitals, nurseries, and schools, the Ukrainian deputy prime minister has said.

3 years ago

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