Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
'AfD Misusing Ukraine War for Election Gains' | Ukrainian in German Parliament
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- 'AfD Misusing Ukraine War for Election Gains' | Ukrainian in German Parliament
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- 4:05
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The far-right AfD party is "misusing" the war in Ukraine for "political gain", a Ukrainian working for a lawmaker in the German parliament says. Ahead of the German election, Ukrainian in Germany Daryna Kolesnykova fears the outcome of the German vote may weaken support for Ukraine. She works to keep the war in focus, as Ukraine aid debates intensify. While Germany has provided tanks, it refuses Taurus missiles. The opposition suggests sending them, but the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) rejects all military help.
Amid the politics, she reunites with her mother from Kharkiv, a reminder of the war’s personal toll.
#germanelections #ukraine #warinukraine #ukrainewar
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- Should Ukraine Hold New Elections? Ukrainians React
- Runtime
- 2:41
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Should Ukraine hold new elections, as U.S. President Donald Trump suggested? RFE/RL's Ukrainian service @RadioSvoboda asked Ukrainians in several cities their reactions to the election during war issue as well as recent tensions between the U.S. and Ukraine, and President Trump and President Zelenskyy.
#ukraine #ukrainewar #russiaukrainewar #ukrainenews
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- Ukraine Is Slowly Pushing Russia Back In Pokrovsk | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine Front Line Update: Ukrainian forces in Pokrovsk, Ukraine, report gains after enduring a long series of Russian attacks. There's been a shift as Ukrainian troops are now pushing back against Russia’s offensive, which had aimed to advance on key supply routes. Soldiers note that Russia is now moving with smaller attack groups easier to repel. Meanwhile, war conditions remain harsh, with artillery and drone strikes leaving the city devastated.
#russiaukrainewar #ukrainenews #russiaukrainewar #ukrainefrontline
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- Ukrainians Resort To Evacuating Themselves Near The Front Line
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- As Russian forces continue to advance in eastern Ukraine, a growing number of residents living in the Dnipropetrovsk region are leaving their homes. Mykola from the village of Novopidhorodne told RFE/RL that he's decided to move his family even though an evacuation has yet to be ordered.
#ukrainewar #ukrainenews #russiaukrainewar #ukrainefrontline
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- Russia Recruits Cuban Mercenaries, One Ended Up Prisoner Of War In Ukraine | Investigation
- Runtime
- 3:57
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Cuban Frank Dario Jarrosay Manfuga is now a prisoner of war in Ukraine, captured while fighting for the Russian army. He claims he was deceived into going to Russia with the promise of a construction job. His story is part of a larger pattern of how Russia might recruit foreigners, targeting Cubans among others with promises of high salaries.
There are an estimated 5,000 Cuban mercenaries among the foreign fighters in Ukraine, many drawn by economic hardship. The country’s long-standing ties with Russia also play a role. While Havana claims it doesn't support recruitment of foreign mercenaries, the Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has publicly backed Russia’s actions.
Investigation by @RadioSvoboda's Schemes investigative unit
#russiaukrainewar #ukrainerussiawar #ukrainenews #rfe_rl
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- 'Russia Will Be Free!' | Navalny Supporters Gather For His Memorial In Moscow
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- On the one-year anniversary of Aleksei Navalny's death in an Arctic prison in Russia, supporters of the Kremlin critic placed flowers at his grave in Moscow, Russia today. Hundreds gathered to pay their respects to the country's late opposition leader. The event took place despite the risk of reprisals by authorities, who labeled Navalny an "extremist" after years of the anti-corruption activist's fight against the Vladimir Putin regime.
#russiatoday #russianews #navalny
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- This Is What Aleksei Navalny's Last Months Looked Like
- Runtime
- 3:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- A year after Aleksei Navalny's death in a Russian prison, his friends are marking the anniversary by remembering the Kremlin critic's courage and strength. One of them is Bjorn Leber. The trainer helped Navalny recover in Germany after a near-fatal poisoning in 2020 and recalls his determination to continue his fight against the Putin regime.
German photographer Jens Koch caught poignant pictures of Navalny in the last five months of his freedom before his return to Russia, where he was immediately arrested. Navalny would remain behind bars until his death in an Arctic prison in 2024.
#navalny #alekseinavalny
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- "I Will Only Meet With Putin", Zelenskyy Says About Peace Talks
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at the Munich Security Conference that he will only meet with one Russian, President Vladimir Putin, for peace talks about ending Russia's war on Ukraine.
Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President JD Vance did not mention Ukraine or any imminent peace deal in his speech, saying instead that free speech appears to be “in retreat” across Europe and that "unvetted" immigration represents a dire threat to the continent.
RFE/RL's Ray Furlong reporting from Munich, Germany.
#munichconference #ukrainerussiawar #ukrainenews #zelenskiy #rfe_rl
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- 'No Peace Deal Discussed', Zelenskyy Says | Munich Conference Update
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said no Ukraine war peace deal was discussed today at the Munich Security Conference, and that Ukrainian delegation would not be meeting with Russia in Saudi Arabia next week. Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President JD Vance said that free speech appears to be “in retreat” across Europe and that “unvetted” immigration represents a dire threat to the continent.
RFE/RL's Ray Furlong reporting from Munich, Germany.
#munichconference #ukrainerussiawar #ukrainenews #zelenskiy #rfe_rl
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- Nuclear Experts React To Chernobyl Damage By Russian Drone Strike
- Runtime
- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- What's going on at Chernobyl? Ukrainian nuclear safety experts have told RFE/RL it will "take time" and "significant funds" to repair the damage from a Russian drone strike today on the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that radiation levels were normal on February 14 after saying Russia hit the power plant. Moscow has denied that it was responsible.
#chernobyl #ukrainenews #russiaukrainewar #rfe_rl
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- Chernobyl Reactor Hit By Russian Drone, Ukraine Reports
- Runtime
- 0:08
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The overnight attack struck the shelter of the plant’s destroyed fourth power unit, igniting a fire that was later extinguished, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
He added that by Friday morning, radiation levels at the site remained unchanged.
No casualties were reported.
#ukraine #chernobyl #russia
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- After Car Attack In Munich, Germans And Migrants Warn Of Political Fallout
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- German police arrested an Afghan asylum seeker after he rammed a car into a crowd in Munich on February 13, injuring 28 people. The incident comes just before the high-profile Munich Security Conference and 10 days before German elections in which migration is a major political issue. One Afghan journalist told RFE/RL that many in his community fear a growing backlash against migrants fueled by this incident and others.
#munich #munichattack
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- Munich Car Attack Suspect Is A 24-Year-Old Afghan
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- At least 28 people were injured after a car drove into a crowd. Authorities say the suspect is a 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker. A deliberate attack is suspected. Police do not believe the incident is related to the Munich Security Conference, which is set to start today.
#munich #munichattack
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- RFE/RL President Says Kuznechyk’s Freedom Marks A Win, But Other Journalists Remain Jailed
- Runtime
- 8:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- After more than three years in a Belarusian prison, RFE/RL journalist Andrey Kuznechyk is finally free. In an interview from Vilnius, RFE/RL President Steve Capus comments on the emotional reunion, the behind-the-scenes efforts that secured Kuznechyk’s release, and the ongoing fight to free other jailed journalists.
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- Ukrainians React To Proposed Territory Swap With Russia
- Runtime
- 2:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Russia-Ukraine peace talks update: In an interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine could offer to give up territory it controls in Russia's Kursk region in exchange for the return of Russian-controlled Ukrainian land. Some Ukrainian citizens told RFE/RL's Ukrainian Service@RadioSvoboda that they support the idea, especially if it means displaced people can return home, while others worried about whether Ukraine would get enough of its territory back in a potential swap.
#russiaukrainewar #ukrainewar #reactionvideo #react
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- RFE/RL Journalist Andrey Kuznechyk Released After More Than 3 Years In Belarus Prison
- Runtime
- 0:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Andrey Kuznechyk, a journalist with RFE/RL’s Belarus Service, has been released from a Belarusian prison after being held for more than three years on charges he, his employer, U.S. officials and human rights organizations called politically motivated.
The release of the father of two on February 12 comes a day after the Trump administration secured the release of American schoolteacher Marc Fogel from Russia, a key ally of Belarus.
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- Why Are Rare Earth Minerals Making Headlines?
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- They're in smartphones, laptops, and fighter jets -- rare earths are a critical component in microchips and artificial intelligence. They're also at the heart of a growing foreign policy struggle for many countries.
#rareminerals #rareearths #ukraine
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- What Russia's Wagner Group Was Really Doing In Central Africa
- Runtime
- 2:33
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Since 2018, the Wagner mercenary group has been active in Central Africa, particularly in the Central African Republic (CAR), where they provided military training, security for officials, and exploited gold, diamonds, and timber. However, what Wagner was doing extended beyond these roles, as mounting evidence links them to crimes such as murder, torture, abductions, and rape.
Following the mysterious plane crash that killed Prigozhin, Wagner’s founder, the group was officially disbanded, but its successor entities remain active. Soldiers from the Wagner Group have been accused of atrocities, including a 2021 massacre in Bambari, where civilians were reportedly executed or killed by helicopters. Despite UN and Human Rights Watch reports detailing what Wagner Group did, CAR’s leadership continues to embrace Russia’s presence, seeing it as a source of stability in a conflict-ridden nation.
#wagner #wagnergroup #rfe_rl #rfe_rl #russiawagner
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- Is Russia About To Retake Kupyansk? | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:21
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Latest news from the front line in Ukraine: Russia has advanced, edging closer to Kupyansk. Ukrainian drones are targeting Russian forces to slow their advance, but they have crossed the Oskil River in multiple locations, posing a serious threat to the city.
A mandatory evacuation has been ordered, forcing families to flee. Among them is 11-year-old Mykyta, who leaves with his parents while his grandmother stays behind. The emotional separations highlight the human cost of the conflict as residents hope they will one day return home.
Video report by @CurrentTimeTV's Borys Sachalko.
#ukrainewar #ukrainenews #ukrainerussiawar #russiaukrainewar #rfe_rl #ukraineupdates
- Title
- World Reacts To Trump’s Proposal To Take Over Gaza Strip
- Runtime
- 3:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Trump’s proposal to take over the Gaza Strip and relocate its 2.3 million residents has sparked strong reactions worldwide, with critics questioning its legality and feasibility.
Israel’s hardliners support the plan, arguing it would improve security, while Hamas insists it will not leave Gaza Strip. Palestine and its leaders reject any relocation, calling it a violation of international law. Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan strongly oppose displacement, and France calls the proposal a “serious violation of international law.”
The plan also threatens the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, as experts warn it could derail hostage negotiations. Critics argue that this marks a radical shift from past U.S. policy, which has historically supported a two state solution since the Oslo Accords.
While some believe Trump’s takeover proposal is a negotiating tactic, foreign policy experts dismiss it as unworkable and illegal. As opposition mounts, the world re...
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- Russia Now Attacks With More Advanced Drones | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:08
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Russia's attack drones have become more advanced, according to the latest frontline video report by @CurrentTimeTV's Borys Sachalko who was in the Sumy region close to Russia. These war drones, now controlled via fiber optic cables, present a significant challenge to Ukraine’s defense. Unlike conventional drones, which can be neutralized by electronic warfare, these fiber-controlled drones remain unaffected, allowing Russia to conduct precise and persistent surveillance and attacks along the front line.
This has worsened the struggle for Ukrainian locals near the border with Russia’s Kursk region. An eyewitness recounts being affected by a recent Russian drone attack, suffering hearing problems due to the blast.
The relentless drone activity has driven away most of the population, with only about 20% of villagers remaining.
At the end of Yuriy’s garden, a crater left by a Russian drone attack serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing confli...
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- Before Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine, Came The First Chechen War
- Runtime
- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- It's 30 years since the First Chechen War when Moscow attacked the breakaway Chechen Republic, laying the capital, Grozny, to waste.
Just as with the current war against Ukraine, Russia expected a quick victory and to find a receptive local population, but instead encountered strong resistance.
#chechenwar #chechnya #russia #ukraine #russiaukrainewar
- Title
- Who Bombed A Boarding School In Russia, Leaving Four Dead?
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- A bombing at a school in Sudzha, located in the Ukraine-occupied part of Russia's Kursk region, resulted in at least four deaths and left dozens wounded on February 1. Both Russia and Ukraine have blamed each other for the latest attack.
A Russian military analyst suggests there is no conclusive evidence yet regarding who was responsible. However, he noted that Russia has previously targeted Sudzha, the largest town in Russian territory currently under Ukrainian control.
#ukrainewar #russiaukrainewar #ukraine #kurskattack #rfe_rl
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- Constant Mortar Fire In The Battle For Toretsk | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine front line update: the war in eastern Ukraine continues to escalate, with intense fighting today in Toretsk, a city in the Donetsk region that has been under siege for months. Ukrainian defenders are repelling the latest Russian attack with heavy mortar fire and drone strikes
This is a video report by embedded journalist Maryan Kushnir from @RadioSvobodaUkraine. He describes relentless bombardment and drone surveillance that make movement across open terrain extremely dangerous.
The battle for Toretsk is far from over, as Russian forces continue to regroup, likely preparing for another assault. The city remains strategically crucial—if it falls, Moscow could sever vital Ukrainian supply lines, weakening defensive operations in the region.
This Ukraine front line update highlights the resilience of Ukrainian troops as they fight to hold their positions. With the situation evolving rapidly, further updates are expected as the conflict u...
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- Serbia Protests Going Strong As Students March To Novi Sad
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The mass student protests in Serbia continued today as people marched from Belgrade to Novi Sad. The students plan to continue the protest by blocking key bridges in the city, increasing pressure on the government to act. The protests were ignited by the deadly collapse of the roof of a train station in Novi Sad.
#serbia #serbiaprotests #serbianews #rfe_rl
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- Ukrainians Use U.S. Bradley Fighting Vehicles To Defend Pokrovsk | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 1:49
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- American-supplied Bradley fighting vehicles have played a key role in slowing Russia's advances around Pokrovsk, say Ukrainian crews.
Hundreds of A2 Bradleys have been used extensively throughout the war in frontline duty, knocking out Russian counterparts and also tanks, according to Ukrainians. They praise the armored vehicle's intense 25mm firepower, high-tech target-finding abilities and tough shell.
#bradley #russiaukrainewar #ukrainewar #pokrovsk
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- Serbian Students Begin Protest March From Belgrade To Novi Sad
- Runtime
- 0:43
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Hundreds of Serbian students have begun a march from Belgrade to the city of Novi Sad in the latest protest to shake the country over the deadly collapse of a train station roof they say was the result of deep-seated corruption.
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- Russian Champion Skaters Reportedly Among Passengers In D.C. Plane Crash
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Former Russian World Champion figure skaters Vadim Naumov and his wife, Evgenia Shishkova, are reportedly among those killed after a passenger jet collided with a military helicopter over the Potomac River near the Pentagon in Washington.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the collision occurred shortly before 9 p.m. local time on January 29 and that a major search and rescue operation is under way.
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- 'Students Will Not Be Silent' After Attacks On Fellow Protesters In Serbia
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Student activists returned to the streets on January 28 after several other protesters were attacked the previous night. One victim was hospitalized and four suspects were arrested over the violence.
The attacks on protesters, which followed months of demonstrations over a deadly infrastructure collapse, prompted Serbia's prime minister and the mayor of Novi Sad to resign.
#serbia #novisad #serbiaprotests
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- Protesters In Europe Condemn Lukashenko's 'Sham' Vote | Belarus Presidential Elections
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Demonstrators in Warsaw, Riga, Prague, and Vilnius decried the likely January 26 voting victory of Belarusian strongman Alyaksandr Lukashenko. The Washington-based Freedom House advocacy group said the expected start of Lukashenka's seventh term as president signifies the entrenchment of "an authoritarian state" and the European Parliament has called the vote a sham.
#belarus #lukashenko #belarusprotests
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- Survivors And Ex-Soldiers Talk About The Death Camp On 80th Anniversary Of Auschwitz Liberation
- Runtime
- 2:59
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27 marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
The infamous Nazi death camp was located in German-occupied Poland during World War II. More than 1 million people -- mostly Jews -- were systematically killed at the site.
#holocaust #auschwitz #auschwitzanniversary #holocaustsurvivor
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- Did Iran Lose Its Power?
- Runtime
- 10:14
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Did Iran lose its power? We explore Iran’s power status in 2025, analyzing the current situation of its regional influence and the state of the Axis of Resistance. Once a formidable network of allies like Hezbollah, Hamas, and Syria, Iran’s strategic strength has been significantly challenged by recent conflicts, including the Gaza war and escalating tensions with Israel. With its economy struggling and protests at home, Iran weakened now faces critical questions: How strong is Iran now? And, what will happen to Iran as it navigates this era of uncertainty?
#iran #iranisraelwar #iranvsisrael #iranpower #irannews #rfe_rl
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- A Race Against Time As Russian Troops Advance | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 1:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine war front line update today: As Russia’s army advances, the eastern Ukrainian city of Mezhova faces growing uncertainty. Just 20 kilometers from Pokrovsk, where intense fighting is escalating, residents live under the constant threat of Russian attacks. The latest @CurrentTimeTV report highlights the struggles of evacuees fleeing the offensive. With enemy troops advancing, many in Mezhova prepare for possible evacuation, knowing their way out could soon be cut off.
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- Pokrovsk Endures Heavy Shelling As Russia Attacks Front Line City | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Under increasing Russian fire, Pokrovsk borders the front line of Russia's invasion forces. The key supply hub came under heavy shelling on January 20, as residents fled burning apartment buildings amid the constant threat of drone attacks.
#ukrainewar #ukrainenews #pokrovsk #ukrainerussiawar #russiaukrainewar
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- Afghans Shocked By Trump's Refugee Program Suspension
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Afghans cleared for resettlement in the United States are fearful that an executive order signed by President Donald Trump will put them at grave risk.
Some 1,660 Afghan refugees have been pulled from scheduled flights, according to a resettlement organization.
Afghans who helped U.S. forces before the Taliban seized control in 2021, along with family members of American soldiers, are among the group of refugees who were approved for immigration to the United States until Trump signed the order.
#trump #immigration #donaldtrump #afghanrefugees #trumpnews #rfe_rl #refugees
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- Kosovo Village Celebrates Trump's Inauguration
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- In the village of Bibaj, located in southeastern Kosovo near the U.S. Bondsteel base, citizens celebrated the inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The villagers expressed hope that the Trump administration would continue to support Kosovo, particularly in resolving issues with Serbia.
@radio-evropaelire #rfe_rl #kosovo #trump #celebration
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- 'Part Of History': Trump Supporters Flock To Victory Rally In Washington
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Thousands of people traveled to Washington, D.C. to attend a mass rally held by Donald Trump one day before his inauguration. Crowds waited outside in long lines despite the harsh winter weather as many expressed their excitement about Trump's return to office.
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- Trump Holds MAGA Victory Rally Before Inauguration
- Runtime
- 0:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Thousands of supporters gathered at President-elect Donald Trump's MAGA rally today to celebrate his election victory ahead of his inauguration. Taking place in Washington, D.C., it was dubbed the "Make America Great Again Victory Rally." High-profile figures like Elon Musk, who contributed millions to Trump’s campaign, was among the prominent backers cheering the president’s return to office.
During the rally, Trump previewed his plans for his second term. The latest rally followed a People’s March in the same city, where protesters voiced opposition to the incoming administration.
#trump #maga #trumpnews #trumpnewstoday #rfe_rl
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- Why Tik Tok Got Banned In The United States
- Runtime
- 1:54
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Why was TikTok banned in the United States? On January 19, the popular app went offline on January 19, leaving users in the USA unable to access it. The ban, was driven by fears that TikTok’s owner, ByteDance, could share Americans’ data with Beijing or spread propaganda.
Why TikTok is not working now ties back to these concerns, which prompted U.S. officials to demand ByteDance sell TikTok to an approved American buyer or face a full ban. Despite ByteDance proposing safeguards like Project Texas, Washington’s fears remain.
Trump had previously set the stage for a ban, but President-elect Joe Biden may offer a 90-day reprieve once he takes office on January 20. What’s next for TikTok involves potential negotiations or compliance with U.S. demands, though its users and creators continue to defend their rights to use the platform.
#tiktok #tiktokban #tiktokusa #tiktokbannednews #rfe_rl
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- Russia Closing In, Volunteers Rush To Get Children Out | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine front line update: Russia’s Pokrovsk offensive in advancing with daily attacks devastating the city. Heavy fighting and artillery fire have reduced much of Pokrovsk’s infrastructure, including homes and landmarks, to rubble.
Amid the battle, Ukraine is rushing the evacuation of families, especially children, from the war-torn city.
The humanitarian crisis worsens as Pokrovsk remains without electricity, gas, or running water. Despite the advance of Russian forces and the growing dangers, local authorities estimate that around 7,000 residents remain, unable or unwilling to flee, as the city’s prewar population of 60,000 dwindles.
#ukrainewar #ukrainenews #ukrainerussiawar #russiaukrainewar #rfe_rl
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- Thousands Protest At ‘People’s March’ Before Trump Inauguration
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Just two days before Donald Trump's 2025 inauguration for a second term, a large rally took place in Washington, D.C. on January 18. The event, known as the People’s March 2025, brought together a diverse coalition of groups advocating for women’s and minority rights, immigration reform, climate action, and other social issues.
The large protest highlighted widespread opposition to the incoming administration, uniting activists across various causes in a powerful display of dissent. The march underscored the growing tensions surrounding Trump’s inauguration and the deep divisions in American society.
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- African Mercenary Killed Fighting For Russia Against Ukraine
- Runtime
- 2:45
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- A Central African mercenary was killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine, and he may have been recruited by Russia's notorious Wagner group, who have been training Central African armed forces.
Derrick Ngamana became the first confirmed case of an African mercenary killed in the Ukraine war. He was killed in Russia's Kursk region.
Ngamana’s death underscores the increasing deployment of African soldiers and other foreign fighters in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Many are drawn by promises of Russian citizenship and monthly salaries of $2,200. His family, still seeking answers, only received a brief text in Russian confirming his death.
The use of foreign soldiers by Russia extends beyond Africa. Fighters from regions like Central Asia and even North Korea have been deployed alongside Wagner operatives. Ukraine estimates that over 2,000 fighters in Russia’s Africa Corps, many linked to the Wagner mercenary group, are currently involved in t...
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- Ukraine Stopped Russian Attack On Dnieper River
- Runtime
- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine stopped a Russian attack on the Dnieper river in December, preventing Russian troops from crossing the crucial artery. @CurrentTimeTV 's front line report from Kherson highlights intense combat as Ukraine continues to repel Russian attempts to cross the river.
Russia's Kherson offensive has has been hampered by difficult terrain and limited equipment, with Ukrainian forces maintaining strong defensive positions.
Kherson, initially occupied by Russian forces in March 2022, was retaken by Ukraine in November 2022. Despite intensified shelling by Russian forces, Ukraine defends Kherson.
#rfe_rl #ukrainenews #ukrainewar #russiaukrainewar #ukrainerussiawar
- Title
- Will Trump Let China Invade Taiwan If Ukraine Loses To Russia?
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Will Trump let China invade Taiwan if Ukraine loses to Russia? Donald Trump’s approach to China, Taiwan, and the Ukraine war is drawing global attention. He has vowed to bring a swift end to the Ukraine war, but concerns are growing that if Russia wins, it could embolden China to launch an invasion of Taiwan. Taiwanese officials warn that if Ukraine is defeated by Russia, it may encourage similar aggression from China.
Trump’s Taiwan policy has focused on moving semiconductor production to the U.S., as Taiwan produces 60% of global microchips and 90% of advanced semiconductors. At the same time, China has increased military drills near Taiwan, raising fears of a blockade or invasion.
The outcomes of Trump’s Taiwan policy, his stance on the Ukraine war, and Taiwan protection will be pivotal in shaping future regional and global stability.
#rfe_rl #trump #chinanews #ukrainenews #ukrainewar #chinataiwan #russiaukrainewar
- Title
- If Ukraine Loses To Russia, Taiwan Fears China Will Come For It
- Runtime
- 3:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- If Ukraine loses to Russia, will China invade Taiwan? The war in Ukraine is being closely watched amid growing tensions between China and Taiwan. Taiwan's leaders fear that if Russia wins and defeats Ukraine, it may encourage China to invade Taiwan.
Taiwanese Deputy Foreign Minister Chih-chung Wu expressed this concern, warning that a Russian victory could give China the green light for invasion. This apprehension is heightened by China's increasing military activity near Taiwan, with rehearsals aimed at isolating the island both physically and digitally.
The stakes of a potential war in the Taiwan Strait are enormous. Economically, a conflict or blockade could disrupt global trade and the critical semiconductor industry, as Taiwan produces the majority of the world’s advanced chips. Politically, Taiwan is watching the U.S. response to the Ukraine war as a barometer for Washington’s commitment to defending the island.
#rfe_rl #chinataiwan #uk...
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- The Israel-Hamas War Has Ended By Ceasefire | Has It?
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Did the Israel-Hamas war end? A deal has been reached to end 15 months of conflict, with a ceasefire set to start on January 19. The war devastated Gaza, killing over 46,000 people and displacing nearly the entire population.
The history of the war explained: Hamas's attack in October 2023 led to a massive Israeli response, severely weakening the group. Iran and its allies, including Hezbollah and Assad in Syria, faced significant losses, while Russia saw its regional influence decline.
Will the ceasefire work, and will there be peace between Israel and Hamas? Doubts remain, as both sides hold deep grievances. The deal marks progress, but long-term peace remains uncertain.
#rfe_rl #israelhamaswar #israelhamas #israelwar #hamas #hamasvsisrael
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- North Korean Soldiers Are Competent Fighters, Ukrainian Troops Say
- Runtime
- 2:21
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- North Korean soldiers fighting in Ukraine are competent soldiers, Ukraine's troops told @RadioSvobodaUkraine. Two North Korean fighters were taken as POWs in Russia's Kursk region. Intelligence suggests there are thousands of North Koreans fighting for Russia, with around 11,000 believed to be in the area.
Ukrainian forces described the captured North Korean fighters as highly skilled and well-trained. They also greatly feared being held as prisoners of war due to potential severe repercussions for their families back home.
#rfe_rl #northkorea #ukrainewar #ukrainenews #ukrainerussiawar #russiaukrainewar #northkorean
- Title
- North Korean POW Captured By Ukraine Told The War Was 'Training'
- Runtime
- 1:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The Ukrainian military has released footage of a North Korean POW who they captured. North Korean soldiers have been fighting for Russia in the Ukraine war, and the prisoner of war in the video was captured in Russia's Kursk region. The soldier, whose identity is being withheld, said Russians told his unit they would be on a "training" exercise.
#rfe_rl #northkorea #ukrainewar #ukrainenews #ukrainerussiawar #russiaukrainewar #northkorean
- Title
- Final $500 Million Military Aid Package For Ukraine Before Trump Return
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The final U.S. military aid package for Ukraine in the size of $500 million has been promised by President Joe Biden before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. It was announced at the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting at the Ramstein Air Base in Germany on January 9. This significant boost in U.S. military aid comes as part of ongoing efforts to provide help and bolster military support amid the ongoing war.
#rfe_rl #ukrainewar #ukrainenews #ukrainenewstoday #russiaukrainewar
- Title
- Drone Terror As Key Town Almost Surrounded By Russia | Ukraine Front Line Update
- Runtime
- 1:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Ukraine front line update: The city of Pokrovsk is enduring relentless assaults as the war intensifies. Residents face constant drone terror, with civilians tying white ribbons to their vehicles in an attempt to signal their non-combatant status. However, locals report that this tactic offers little protection, as drones and shelling indiscriminately target both civilian and military vehicles.
As part of the Pokrovsk offensive, Russia advances in its effort to encircle the city. Shelling, jets, and artillery strikes dominate the front line now, leaving less than one-fifth of the city’s prewar population still in place.
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