Kremlin File: Week in Review
The news--the week of February 19th
Kremlin File: Week in Review
Hi Everyone,
Olga and I will be releasing a new mini episode that covers the most impactful Russian-related news stories affecting Ukraine, Europe, and the United States. I’ll also kick in whatever needs attention in Europe.
Delve into the headlines which are often overlooked and shed light on Russia's aggressions, intelligence activities, assassinations, espionage, and beyond.
Here is the link to listen to the episode KF Week in Review. You can also listen to it on your preferred podcast platform or watch it here on YouTube.
Show Notes:
Biden announces over 500 new sanctions for Russia's war in Ukraine and Navalny death. Via NPR
U.S. charges head of Russian bank with sanctions evasion, arrests 2 in alleged money laundering scheme. Via CBS News and Task Force KleptoCapture
Europe’s security elite braces for Trump, searches for backup plans Via The Washington Post
‘Europe must defend itself’: shadow of war in Ukraine looms over security conference Via The Guardian
How stalled U.S. aid for Ukraine exemplifies GOP’s softening stance on Russia Via PBS
Avdiivka’s Fall Intensifies Reactions Over US Aid Package for Ukraine Via Voice of America
EU Sanctions ‘Pro-Russia’ Individuals for Attempts to Destabilise Moldova. Via Balkan Insight
Ivan Sechin, son of Putin's confidante and Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin, found dead at 35. Via The Insider
Moscow hired gunmen to murder Russian defector, Spanish intel says. Via Politico
Exclusive: Iran sends Russia hundreds of ballistic missiles. Via Reuters
A step-by-step guide to how one debunked story fueled Republicans’ Biden impeachment effort. Via CNN
Stand In Solidarity With Ukraine! March for Ukrainian Victory February 24th: Check here for your nearest march.