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international-relations1 year ago

"Russia-Ukraine War: Latest Developments and Expert Analysis"

The Russia-Ukraine war continues as tensions rise at the G20 meeting between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, while the White House criticizes House Republicans for not taking action on Ukraine aid. A pro-Kremlin military blogger reportedly dies after reporting on Russian losses in Ukraine, and the death of Alexey Navalny raises concerns for dissent in Russia. Additionally, a dual US-Russian citizen is detained in Russia for donating to a Ukrainian charity, and Ukraine's President calls on Polish leaders to settle a grain dispute at the border.

world1 year ago

American Ballerina Arrested in Russia for Alleged Treason Over Ukraine Donation

Ksenia Karelina, a dual U.S.-Russian national and amateur ballerina from Los Angeles, has been arrested in Russia on suspicion of treason for allegedly raising funds for the Ukrainian army, with fears for her safety heightened following the recent death of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny. The arrest comes amid a wider crackdown on dissent in Russia, and several U.S. nationals, including journalist Evan Gershkovich and former Marine Paul Whelan, are currently imprisoned in the country. The situation reflects escalating tensions between the U.S. and Russia, with President Biden pushing for additional funding for Ukraine and efforts ongoing to secure the release of wrongfully detained Americans.

international-politics1 year ago

American Dancer Arrested in Russia for Alleged Support of Ukraine

Ksenia Karelina, a dual citizen of Russia and the United States, has been detained in Russia on treason charges for allegedly donating to a New York-based Ukrainian charity aiding Ukraine’s military. U.S. officials have warned that Russia has become too dangerous for any American to remain, and her loved ones fear for her fate. The arrest comes amid growing concern over the authoritarian nature of the Russian state, with the White House issuing a strong warning to U.S. nationals in Russia. Karelina's case is the latest in a series of detentions involving American citizens in Russia, raising fears of potential use as bargaining chips.