How Russia Recruits Belarusians for the War in Ukraine: Methods and Consequences
Russia's recruitment drive targeting Belarusians has become a key tool for boosting battlefield manpower, exploiting economic hardship and isolation.
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How Russia recruits Belarusians for war in Ukraine: methods and consequences
Russia's recruitment drive targeting Belarusians has become a key tool to boost manpower on the battlefield and exploits economic hardship and isolation.
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The drones Russia could use to strike Europe from its Mediterranean ghost fleet
Russia keeps up air strikes on Ukraine with an expanding fleet of drones, from the Shahed-136 to the jet-powered Geran-4 and Geran-5, while boosting production in Alabuga.
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UN report: Russia recruiting up to 25,000 North Koreans to assemble drones
Pyongyang, which supports Russia's invasion of Ukraine, has helped staff and arm its forces. The UN says up to 25,000 North Koreans assemble drones in Russia, with most of their pay seized by Kim Jong-un's regime.
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Russia Takes Temporary Control of Nestlé, Auchan and Other Western-Linked Assets
Russia has placed the local businesses of Nestlé, Auchan and other Western-linked companies under temporary administration. Nestlé says it is weighing its options, while Auchan and Lemana Pro say their Russian operations continue as normal.
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US Space Force Says America Has Weapons in Orbit
Once a hunting ground for Cold War bragging rights, space has evolved into a key strategic arena, as states jostle for a military and technological edge.
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