Russia says U.S. risks ‘consequences’ if Ukraine given Patriot defense system
Russia bluntly warned Thursday of “unpredictable consequences” if the Biden administration pushes ahead with plans to provide Ukraine with the Patriot missile system, its most sophisticated air defense weapon, to help it fight Russian invaders.
US finalizing plans to send Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine
Three US officials have told Reuters that the US is finalizing plans to send the coveted Patriot missile defense to Ukraine. The Patriot is one of the most advanced American air defense systems and is usually in short supply.
Indonesia’s Bali Island Hit By Quake
Indonesia’s tropical island of Bali, an essential host for Group of 20 summits and events this year, was reeling Wednesday after a strong earthquake and two aftershocks hit the area.
$857.9 Billion Defense Bill Includes $800 Million for Ukraine
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023 includes $800 million in assistance to Ukraine under the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI). The bill is 4,312 pages.
US: ‘Russia, Iran Have Full-Fledged Defense Partnership’
The U.S. warns that Russia and Iran’s relationship has turned into a “full-fledged” defense partnership adding to concerns their cooperation will lead to more bloodshed in Ukraine and elsewhere, including Israel.
Russia Warns Risk of Conflict With NATO ‘Soaring’
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov warned on Thursday about the “soaring” risks of NATO engaging with Russia over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ongoing war in Ukraine.
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