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US To Russia: ‘Crimea Is Ukraine And Must Be Returned To Ukraine’s Control’

In a statement published Wednesday, the State Department issued a stern warning to Russia over its claims regarding the disputed territory of Crimea. The statement — signed by President Donald Trump’s Secretary of State Mike Pompeo — criticizes Russia’s occupation of Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula, describing it as an “escalation” of Vladimir Putin country’s “aggression.” The […]

By Damir Mujezinovic | 4y ago

Was The Putin Meeting Canceled Because Of Cohen Revelation? Mike Pompeo Says That’s ‘Ludicrous’

Assertions made by political observers about the motivating factors behind President Donald Trump canceling a meeting between himself and Russian President Vladimir Putin are inaccurate, according to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Some have suggested, for example, that Trump cancelled the meeting due to the fact that his former “fixer” lawyer Michael Cohen revealed in […]

By Chris Walker | 4y ago

Ukraine’s President Asking For Help Against Russia

Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko has asked NATO for help, saying that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to annex his country. He has asked NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, to send warships to help the Ukraine. On Sunday, Russia seized three Ukrainian naval ships near Crimea, according to Reuters. “Putin wants the old Russian empire […]

By KC Morgan | 4y ago

Russia Fires Upon And Reportedly Captures Multiple Ukrainian Ships Off Coast Of Crimea

Russia has allegedly fired upon — and reportedly captured — ships belonging to the Ukrainian navy, the BBC reports. According to reports being issued forth from the Ukrainian navy, Russian naval vessels have seized two Ukrainian gunboats in addition to a tugboat in the aftermath of a chase. Russian special forces were apparently involved in […]

By Nicholas Morine | 4y ago

Crimea Attack Kills 19 People At Kerch College

While investigations are still underway, according to the BBC, on October 17, Vladislav Roslyakov ran around the small Kerch Polytechnic campus firing a gun, resulting in the deaths of 19 people. There remains speculation surrounding how the attack began; however, many witnesses state that there was an explosion before Roslyakov started firing, and then another […]

By Liana DeMasi | 5y ago

Pompeo Says The United States Doesn’t Recognize Crimea As Part Of Russia

According to CNN, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo released a statement on Wednesday declaring that the U.S. does not recognize Crimea as part of Russia. In his statement, Pompeo said that the United States “rejects Russia’s attempted annexation of Crimea and pledges to maintain this policy until Ukraine’s territorial integrity is restored,” and added that […]

By Catherine Caruso | 5y ago

Trump Blames Obama For Russia’s Annexation Of Crimea

It was former President Barack Obama’s fault that Russia invaded Ukraine and annexed Crimea in 2014, according to Donald Trump. Speaking to reporters outside of the White House today, the POTUS said the following, Fox News reports. “President Obama lost Crimea just so you understand, this was before I got there. President Obama lost Crimea. […]

By Damir Mujezinovic | 5y ago

Putin Invading Korea, Congresswoman Maxine Waters Says [Video]

President Trump foe Maxine Waters apparently thinks or thought that Russian President Vladimir Putin has invaded Korea. The impeachment-minded California congresswoman made that statement at a Capitol Hill press conference (see video embedded below) in which she also insisted that she hasn’t called for President Trump’s impeachment yet. Waters was one of the Democrat lawmakers […]

By Robert Jonathan | 6y ago

World War 3 Soon: Russia Amasses 40,000 Troops On Ukraine Border, ‘Perfect’ Time For Invasion

Is Russia preparing to invade Ukraine? A build-up of Russian army forces along its long border with Ukraine has people in Washington, DC, a little worried about Russia’s intent and the very real potential for a full-scale war in eastern Europe. Officials and experts alike see the bolstering of troops and war materiel as a […]

By Norman Byrd | 7y ago

World War 3 Scare As Russia Sends Tanks And Increases Military Activity In Crimea

There is talk again about the possible advent of World War 3 as tension mounts on the border of Crimea and Ukraine. Russia not only appears to be increasing its military activity in Crimea but also seems to be bolstering its amount of materiel in the region, according to reports. While Ukrainian officials noted that […]

By Norman Byrd | 7y ago

A New Low Between Russia And Ukraine

Relations between Russia and Ukraine have reached a new low in the recent days following Russia’s statement on Wednesday (August 10) wherein Ukraine was accused of killing two of its men over an alleged clash on the Crimean border. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) said that one of its agents and a soldier had […]

By Prashant Panthee | 7y ago

It’s Not WWIII, But Tensions Mount As Russia Stations Tanks Near Europe And Iran Prepares To Invade Israel

Military tensions between rival nations around the world have ratcheted up in recent weeks as Russia continues its saber rattling, Iran threatens Israel with invasion, and North Korea fires missiles toward Japan. Meanwhile, China has refused to back down in a confrontation with the Philippines over its man-made islands, and the U.S. has responded by […]

By Coburn Palmer | 7y ago

World War 3 Ready: Russia Forms New Military Task Force To Match NATO ‘Blow For Blow’ In Crimea

Russia appears to be readying itself for a very serious confrontation with NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), a confrontation that, if it should come to pass, many believe will be the opening stage of World War 3. And that confrontation just might occur in the Crimea, so Russia has not only increased its troop strength […]

By Norman Byrd | 7y ago

Russians Anticipate Hunger As Kremlin Extends Food Sanctions To Ukraine

Everyday necessities like food are being used by Russia’s government in the international struggle for peace in the Crimea region of Russia and Ukraine. Russia has banned imports of most food from countries party to the European Union’s economic sanctions against Russia. The EU’s economic sanctions against Russia mainly ban activity that profits banks and […]

By Lara Gale | 7y ago

UFO Hunters Spot Alien UFOs Morphing Into Crucifixes And ‘Face Of Jesus’ Over Crimea And Ukraine [Photos]

Members of the online UFO and paranormal community are sharing on social media images that purportedly show mysterious bright UFO crosses and a “face of Jesus” apparition in the sky over war areas and battlefields in Ukraine. According to reports making the rounds in the online UFO community, UFO crucifixes and “face of Jesus” apparitions […]

By JohnThomas Didymus | 7y ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin Orders Russia To Stockpile Protective Equipment For Nuclear Threat

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his Security Council to evaluate Russia’s readiness to survive a nuclear, biological, or chemical disaster. In addition, Putin also told them to stockpile protective equipment if necessary. Putin gave specific orders during one of his regular meetings with the council – a group made up of the heads of Russia’s […]

By George Zapo | 8y ago

Russia Warns U.S. That War Games In Ukraine Might Have ‘Explosive Consequences’

Russia is warning the United States that the military exercises in Ukraine could spark “explosive consequences.” The war games began in the western region of the nation this week. Vladimir Putin‘s officials also stated that the exercises could derail the peace process ongoing in the separatists’ eastern region of the country. U.S. Military and Ukrainian […]

By Tara Dodrill | 8y ago

World War 3: Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko Fears ‘Colossal Threat’ Of Russian Invasion

It’s been a little over a year since Russia invaded Eastern Ukraine, taking over Crimea. Though the fighting between the country led by Vladimir Putin and what remains of the country led by Petro Poroshenko has somewhat leveled, their relationship is less than civil. The Inquisitr reported on the reason why both countries are up […]

By Jan Omega | 8y ago

US Warship Buzzed: USS Ross Flyby By Russian Aircraft Sparks Tension

A US warship, the USS Ross, was buzzed by Russian military aircraft in the Black Sea. The Russian planes were “acting aggressively” on Saturday when they were scrambled to head off the American ship, state news agency RIA maintains. The Pentagon has denied the occurrence of any “unusual behavior.” An anonymous Russian military source in […]

By Tara Dodrill | 8y ago

Vladimir Putin’s Deputy Warns The West: ‘Tanks Don’t Need Visas’

As Moscow continues to flex its military muscle, Vladimir Putin’s second in command has taunted the West with a chilling warning that “Tanks don’t need visas.” Deputy Premier Dmitry Rogozin is one of Vladimir Putin’s most trusted aides and is tipped by some to pick up the reins of power when Putin steps down. The […]

By Tim Butters | 8y ago

France’s Francois Hollande Stands His Ground Against Vladimir Putin, World War III Near?

France’s Francois Hollande is no big fan of the Russian President Vladimir Putin. Hollande’s foreign policy towards the Russians have been particularly cold, especially with the increasing tension growing within Europe over Ukraine. Hollande recently spoke out against the ceasefire violations in eastern Ukraine, after speaking briefly with his Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko in Germany. […]

By Ramiz Parchment | 8y ago

U.S. Military Wants ‘Bigger Guns’ To Prepare For Russia And Ukraine Hostilities

U.S. military members of the 2nd Cavalry Regiment have requested bigger guns to prepared for increasing hostilities between Russia and the Ukraine. The cavalry unit is reportedly one of the last United States military regiments stationed in Europe. The regiment is based out of Vilseck, Germany and had been deployed to the Baltic States to […]

By Tara Dodrill | 8y ago

Vladimir Putin’s War Will ‘Kill 10 Million,’ Says Lech Walesa As Russia Sends Nuke Bombers To Crimea

Vladimir Putin, in one of his first moves after ending a still-mysterious 11-day disappearance, deployed a squadron of Russian bombers to Crimea — bombers capable of being armed with nuclear weapons. At the same time, the Russians also sent a battery of sophisticated, nuclear-capable Iksander missile systems to a military base in Kaliningrad, right on […]

By Jonathan Vankin | 8y ago

Vladimir Putin’s Mysterious Absence Revealed

Vladimir Putin disappeared about 10 days ago, setting off a firestorm of outlandish rumors: botched botox treatment, visiting newly born love-child in Switzerland, ousted from power in a coup d’etat, dead. Turns out they were all incorrect, according to the Russian independent news channel TV Rain. The channel says he’s in bed with the flu. […]

By Justin Streight | 8y ago

Vladimir Putin Admits Role In Crimea, Reveals Secret Order Given Prior To Referendum

Russian President Vladimir Putin has revealed a secret meeting in which he gave the order to annex the Crimea, which took place prior to the referendum that Moscow cited as justification for the highly controversial actions. Putin’s revelation comes as part of an upcoming documentary, Homeward Bound, according to the Telegraph. A trailer for the […]

By Dustin Wicksell | 8y ago

Russia Plans To Seize Ukraine Port Of Mariupol, U.S. Intelligence Official Says

Russia is planning to invade the Ukraine port of Mariupol this spring, according to at least one top United States intelligence official. Vladimir Putin reportedly considers the Ukrainian port a “strategic” location. Vladimir Putin’s alleged plan to seize the Ukrainian port of Mariupol would reportedly include boots on the ground assistance by pro-Moscow rebels. If […]

By Tara Dodrill | 8y ago

John McCain’s Awkward Moment: ‘I’m Ashamed Of My Country, I’m Ashamed Of Myself’

Senator John McCain’s awkward moment came during today’s interview with Bob Schieffer, a veteran newscaster of CBS’ Face the Nation. During the segment, McCain talked about President Obama and his executive action on immigration, the looming Department of Homeland Security shutdown, and, of course, the Ukraine crisis. The segment started with McCain, Republican Senator from […]

By JC Torpey | 8y ago

NATO General Adrian Bradshaw Warns Russian Tensions Could Lead To ‘Hybrid Warfare’

Britain’s top general in NATO, Adrian Bradshaw, has asserted that tensions with Russia could escalate into an all-out conflict, warning against the possibility of covert, “hybrid” warfare taking place in Europe. Bradshaw, who acts as deputy commander of NATO forces in Europe, asserted that Russian President Vladimir Putin could possibly use his military to seize […]

By Dustin Wicksell | 8y ago

Ukraine: Britain Doesn’t Rule Out Providing ‘Lethal Force’

Philip Hammond, the British foreign secretary, has said that Britain hasn’t ruled out providing aide to the Ukrainian government in the ongoing crisis in the east of the country. However, he has also said that, while Britain currently has no plans for any direct involvement in the conflict, the government “reserved the right” to provide […]

By Luke Luby | 8y ago

Vladimir Putin ‘Date Raped’ Obama, Retired Military Colonel Claims [Video]

Vladimir Putin is outsmarting of President Obama on foreign policy to the extent of figuratively date-raping him, according to retired U.S. Army Lt. Colonel Ralph Peters. A Fox News contributor and consistent Obama critic, Peters was responding to an interview that Obama recently gave to NPR, in which Obama insisted that the U.S. and its […]

By Robert Jonathan | 8y ago

U.S. Army Sending Tanks To Eastern Europe Amid Russian Aggression

The United States Army intends to deploy nearly 150 tanks and armored vehicles to Eastern Europe by the end of next year, according to a top American General, in a move designed to reassure its allies in the region. After Russia annexed the Crimea and moved troops into Eastern Ukraine earlier this year, the United […]

By Dustin Wicksell | 8y ago

Fatal Ukraine Shelling Hits Schoolyard [Video]

A shelling in the eastern Ukraine city of Donetsk killed at least 10 people when shells hit a playground at a school. According to Reuters, the shells landed on the playground on the first day of school. No school children were killed when the shells hit the area around school. Reports indicate that the victims […]

By Dawn Papple | 9y ago

Ukraine Claims It Destroyed Russian Armor Units, Russia Says ‘Nyet’ – War Imminent?

Ukraine has fired upon and destroyed armored Russian vehicles that crossed over into Ukraine, according to Ukrainian President, Petro Poroshenko, and his official website. The president of Ukraine also claims to have discussed the incident with British Prime Minister, David Cameron. The action was in response to “the information regarding the entry of Russian armored […]

By Sean Mahoney | 9y ago

Russian Humanitarian Convoy Stuck Amid Doubts From Ukraine

A Russian humanitarian convoy is stuck amid doubts from Ukraine that its neighboring country is actually bringing in food and other supplies. The convoy of 280 Russian trucks is allegedly carrying relief goods for civilians, but Ukraine claims it is actually trying to smuggle supplies to pro-Russian rebels. Ukraine’s deputy foreign minister Danylo Lubkivsky is […]

By Melissa Stusinski | 9y ago

2018 World Cup: FIFA Will Not Strip Russia Of Tournament

Despite some suggestions to do otherwise, FIFA has ruled out stripping Russia of its 2018 World Cup. The recent Malaysia Airlines downing of flight MH17 over eastern Ukraine — which many blame on pro-Russian separatists in control of the area — has raised questions as to whether or not nations should gather in Russia in […]

By Patricia Didelot | 9y ago

Russia, Ukraine Fight Over Combat Dolphins; Guess Which Other Country Has Some

Russia and the Ukraine have been at odds ever since a popular uprising in the Ukraine forced pro-Russia President Viktor Yanukovych and Prime Minister Mykola Azarov out of office in January, and now the hostilities have risen to a new level — Russia captured the Ukraine’s combat dolphins when it annexed Crimea and Ukraine wants […]

By Scott Rutherford | 9y ago

Russian Tanks Enter Ukraine, Officials Claim

CNN is reporting that the Ukrainian Interior Minister, Arsen Avakov, has issued a statement accusing the Russian government of ordering tanks to enter Ukraine through a border checkpoint controlled by pro-Russian separatists. According to CNN, Avakov’s statement described two columns of armored vehicles entering Ukraine and claimed that two tanks split off from the main […]

By Michael Monje | 9y ago

Sarah Palin Wants The US To Do What To Russia? [Video]

Sarah Palin, the former Governor of Alaska and Vice Presidential choice of Republican John McCain, has brought herself needlessly into the headlines once more. While she has tried to focus her ridiculous statements lately on domestic affairs, she decided to weigh in on the current crisis in the Ukraine while speaking at the Conservative Political […]

By H. Scott English | 9y ago

Red Square Parade: A Show Of Putin’s Military Might On Victory Day Anniversary [Photos]

Moscow’s Red Square was transformed into a stage to show Vladimir Putin’s military arsenal for the world to witness, as tensions in Ukraine continue to escalate. Russia celebrated the 69th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over the Nazis at the end of World War II (Great Patriotic War) and it was a good time […]

By Patricia Didelot | 9y ago

Donetsk People’s Republic Plans Ukraine Referendum Similar To How Russia Annexed Crimea?

The Donetsk People’s Republic, the name of the self-proclaimed “government” that has seized 10 cities in the name of pro-Russian separatists, is now discussing a new referendum in Ukraine and some people fear it will ask Russia to annex another section of the country similar to how Crimea was annexed. In a related report by […]

By Patrick Frye | 9y ago

Burger King Denies Plans To Fill Void Left By McDonald’s Departure From Crimea

Earlier this week reports began to circulate that Burger King was making plans to move into the newly Russian annexed area of Crimea. Very quickly Burger King officials stepped in to deny those rumors outright. So were the initial reports based on unfounded rumor, or was it simply a case of miscommunication? According to NPR, […]

By Troy Blackburn | 9y ago

Conflict In Crimea: Fifty Lions Face Starvation As Ukraine and Russia Battle

The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia over Crimea is also taking a toll on the animals in the region. In the latest such case, over 50 African lions held in captivity at the Taigan Safari park in Crimea are facing starvation and utter neglect – thanks to the crossfire between two countries. According to […]

By Rahul Srinivas | 9y ago

Crimea Adopts New Constitution; The Region “Welcomed Home” By Russia

Crimea lawmakers adopted a new pro-Russian constitution on Friday, despite the Muslim Tatar minority’s objection, Pravda News reports. The region of Crimea, which transferred from Russia to Ukraine in 1954, is now a step closer to rejoining Mother Russia, Reuters reports. The Crimea Constitution was approved by all 88 deputies present, afterwards, the deputies broke […]

By Dawn Papple | 9y ago

U.S. Troops May Aid Ukraine If NATO Demands

Due to recent situations with Russia and the Ukraine, United States military may be asked to help beef up support for allied Eastern European nations by NATO, meaning more of our soldiers could soon be heading overseas to face down our old adversary. In reply, U.S. Air Force Gen. Philip Breedlove stated he wasn’t against […]

By David Dunford | 9y ago

NASA Cuts Ties With Russia In Response To Putin’s Mid-Life Crisis

NASA has cut ties with all Russian representatives according to a leaked memo from a NASA employee. Strutting around shirtless, divorcing his wife of 30 years for a woman half his age, and taking over a small, independent republic. Putin’s late-in-life, mid-life crisis appears to have created the ongoing Crimean Crisis. The Ukraine is made […]

By Shawn Bailey | 9y ago

Crimea: Crimean Dolphins Become Part Of Russia

Russia has earned itself international condemnation for it annexation of the Ukrainian province of Crimea. Now it seems that humans are not the only ones going over to the Russians in droves. Ukraine’s military dolphin program, which uses the animals for search and rescue operations as well as detecting underwater threats, is scheduled to be […]

By H. Scott English | 9y ago

Putin To Use Olympics Profits To Restart Joseph Stalin Program

Vladimir Putin plans on utilizing Olympics funds to revive a program initiated under Joseph Stalin during the 1930s. The Russian president recently announced that money left over from hosting the Sochi Winter Olympics will be used to relaunch a Soviet fitness regimen to foster military preparedness. The Ready for Labor and Defense Plan (abbreviated as […]

By Tara Dodrill | 9y ago

Mitt Romney: Obama Needs To Get Out Of ‘Fantasyland,’ Offers Solution To Russia And Ukraine

Mitt Romney says President Obama has been stuck in “Fantasyland” in regards to how he has been handling the brewing war between Russian and Ukraine. In a related report by The Inquisitr, a national security adviser to President Obama claimed Russia may be preparing to invade Ukraine. Already everyone is discussing how World War 3 […]

By Patrick Frye | 9y ago

Natalia Poklonskaya: The New ‘Hot And Sexy’ Attorney General Of Crimea

The Crimean crisis is described as the “biggest threat to European security” since the Cold War, which has sparked outrage across the world. However, most people are preoccupied with Natalia Poklonskaya, the attractive blonde appointed Crimean attorney general. According to Daily Mail, Natalia Poklonskaya was first introduced to the world in a press conference on […]

By Jan Omega | 9y ago

Moldova Fears Russian Takeover Of Territory, Wants European Protection

Moldova was once part of the Soviet Union before declaring independence in 1991, and most Moldovans don’t want to repeat that experience. In the light of the recent events in its neighbor, Ukraine, the President of Moldova called on Europe to accelerate its full integration into the European Union. Moldova is already closely connected to […]

By Addam Corré | 9y ago

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