Russian-recruited African mercenaries targeted and struck by an FPV drone during an ambush in Ukraine.

Two months from now, I will be showcasing, in South Africa, how Russia is spreading disinformation across West Africa, destabilising democratic processes and bolstering support for authoritarian regimes.

It was such a huge honor to have described crimes committed by Russian paramilitaries deployed in West & Central Africa at the Truth to Justice conference in Berlin.

Russia recruits teens for drone production in same factory where African women were forced to assemble Iranian made drones

From Africa to Eastern Europe, I’ve listened to many people talk about the brutality of Russian fighters who’ve committed human rights abuses in these areas. It doesn’t matter where it happens, the stories are similar. We can’t be quiet. We betray our friends when we stay silent.

Here’s how I walked into the English-language TV studio at France 24 in Paris to speak about crimes, including rape of children and massacre of civilians, by Russian paramilitaries deployed across West and Central Africa.

This Nigerian went to Moscow hoping to find work as a migrant laborer, but instead signed a Russian military contract—without knowing the language—and was sent to fight in Ukraine, where he was captured. He claims he only grasped that he had become a soldier during his deployment

What a welcome I’ve had in Ukraine, where I have met some of the bravest and most resilient people on earth. Thanks to the Mission of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea for the invitation.

Russian arms merchant Viktor Bout, who was convicted of conspiring to kill Americans, wants to return to Africa. The weapons manufacturer, who used his companies to smuggle arms from Eastern Europe to Africa, says he is very interested in South Sudan, Chad, Malawi & Botswana

Proud to spend time with some of the brightest students in Esslingen, Germany, and with the city’s Lord Mayor Matthias Klopfer. Spoke about how Russian disinformation targets democracy in Germany and parts of Europe by amplifying societal divisions on issues like migration and energy

Outside the Israeli Consulate Building in LA, Paolo, aka The Peruvian Chasqui, spoke on standing with Palestine and the global struggle felt across Latin America. He also describes Peru’s longstanding solidarity with Palestine, and shared that people in Cusco had protested on Nakba Day as well

🗳️Primary Runoff Election Early Voting🗳️ You only have until Friday at 7pm to vote early and avoid lines on Election Day! Share this information with family and friends and remind them to vote! #Vote #SanAntonio #BexarCounty #txlege

Data to Dialogue - Renira Narrandes on why science communication is essential for real-world impact. *** Des données au dialogue - Renira Narrandes sur l'importance de la communication scientifique pour un impact réel. douglas.research.mcgill.ca/news/from-da...

De'Aaron Fox is AVAILABLE for Game 3 🦊 Thunder/Spurs tips off at 8:30pm/et on NBC/Peacock 🍿

Lakers guard Austin Reaves on free agency: “I don’t think about much. I take life day by day. I’m blessed to have an opportunity to play for this organization. I play a kid’s game. I make good money.”

#WIN_WIN_COUPLE_MATCHING_JUGONG 男女양쪽모두같은 BUDDHISM DISABLED으로써 FAST한 MATCHING통한 百年偕老를 FAST하게SPEED로써 마구 다그쳐 MARRIAGE토록해야말입니다.

Happy Easter! Wishing you and your family a Blessed day! 🤍 #happyeaster #happyeastereveryone #happyeasterweekend #easter #happyeastersunday #faith

On the show this week: • Trump struggles to control the narrative on how much damage US bombs did to Iran’s nuclear programme • Massacre of Palestinians in Gaza's aid hubs is becoming a bigger story • Assal Rad on the contradictions rife in news headlines Watch now ▶️ youtu.be/MUknejMSoak

There is just no money. Really? #WealthTax

🗣️ "I was so nervous!" Pep Guardiola says his speech to his players was a 'disaster' when he told them he was leaving Man City 🥺

#India. Dad sold his car for his son’s education…and then…

Friday 5/8/26 Quick4Cast. Rain and storms this evening. What you need to know in 30 seconds. Check the First Alert 4 weather app for more forecast details #stlwx Full forecast -> firstalert4.com/weather

Black Fact = 1961 (May 20) - The Freedom Riders were again attacked by a mob in Montgomery, AL,. Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy ordered 400 U.S. marshals to Montgomery to restore order. #theraydiotwins

¿Tiene batallas épicas? Sí. Pero su punto cómico le quita peso y la reduce a una película de monstruos zurrándose y ya.

Carolina goal! Scored by Shayne Gostisbehere with 11:36 remaining in the 1st period. Assisted by Mark Jankowski and Eric Robinson. Montreal: 0 Carolina: 1 #CARvsMTL #GoHabsGo #SoundTheSiren

Greetings from Kyiv. Once again, I brought you its beauty and life. The world needs reminders that after more than four years of war, Kyiv stands. And perhaps this will become a testimony for the future.

Ex-orphans Lima Lima, Sonje and Zongoloni have a long-established habit of disappearing into the Kibwezi Forest for days – sometimes weeks – at a stretch. But they always come back to Murera and the dependent herd, and when they do, everyone loves catching up. Welcome home.

This went mega viral on TikTok about UBI What would you do if survival was guaranteed?

Feet hibernate all winter. Then you ask them to run. In this Alaska Survival Kit video, sports physical therapist Zuzana Rogers at Runners Edge Alaska shows a simple progression exercise to avoid injury. ✍️ Annie Feidt/AKPM 📹 Annie Feidt, Matt Faubion & Courtny Brooks/AKPM

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Un outil né d'une simple carte trouvée en naviguant sur le net. Résultat : un générateur de réseaux de transport interactif, entièrement dans le navigateur. https://iamnoman.com/transit

🔥 HOUSE OF WORSHIP LONDON 🔥 Monday with Mistress Sheba 🔱 The season of devotion begins. Longer surrender. Lower tribute. Higher pleasure. Mention “chalice” to unlock it… 🔱 🔗tinyurl.com/InvitationHOW

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That's a nice handwarmer! Bet you can't guess what happens next! 😱 #trump #palantir #peterthiel #joerogan #jesus #ai anyone know the creator, please leave a link to his social media, I can't find it 😭

Need something to watch tonight? Former Deputy PM Angela Rayner joins Vicky Spratt and Alastair for a conversation on the subjects shaping Gen Z today - from the appeal of figures like Gary Stevenson, to the housing crisis, and the disconnect between Gen Z and politics. Watch the full episode now.

We are sooooo fucked! Our government does nothing but lie to us so that will be super helpful too. Just as long as Trump gets his party and his ballroom and his face on a $250 dollar bill nobody will ever be able to circulate. #USEconomy #Stagflation

We shouldn't be looking up to these people. They are sick and need help! #theycouldbesaviors #readmore #clifi #billionaires #speculativefiction

The STEM Kids make a robot is a middle grade children's chapter picture book about #STEM #engineering #robot #KidLit #KidsBooks #ChildrensBooks NoireSTEMinist.com/shop

CNN: Ukrainian drone strike on Russia uses Palantir AI data For daily global news videos, please visit Ranked.News/videos

Source #Japan #Nippon

⚽ Great finish from Rosalía to give Barça the lead. #fcbfemeni

During AAPI month even. How dare you 🐱

#epstein Zorro ranch had lots and lots of dirt removed from the site. No permits this No permits to build anything new. They hid evidence, now they moved the evidence. #trumpsteinfiles

VIA reichwingwatch This is capitalism in its rawest form... Not “how many lives will be lost?” but “will this move the needle on my portfolio?” This is the system working exactly as designed. Human lives are the expendable. Wall Street profits is the constant.

Former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis reflects on how George Washington embodied Stoicism. “He listens with the willingness to be persuaded. He quiets himself down, tones down his temper, and he learns,” says Mattis. “That is a man in control of himself.”

Found The Disney Princess CRT TV for $40 at Goodwill!

Transformations are all about people, not just systems. When you prioritize users, they truly engage! Let’s embrace training as essential, not an afterthought. #Salesforce #SalesforceTrainingSolutions #SalesforceSuccessSecrets

Gothenburg, outside Liseberg amusement park, this Saturday evening.

Need creative writing inspiration? Enjoy this free creative writing prompt and original short tale inspired by the prompt. Short story title: Two Fingers #fiction #creativewriting #flashfiction #writers #shortstory

What did you do before joining the #boilermakers? Shaka Daniel L-5 found his opportunity through the boilermakers.

When people ask you why you seemed happier in your 20s than in your 30s

SI’s Chris Mannix on the SGA flopping discourse: (@SIChrisMannix on IG) Original post

🚨AB 2509 passes Assembly Education Committee! Burbank, Glendale, and Los Angeles Unified School Districts have been facing declining student enrollment for the last several years, which means less funding for our public schools. 1/5

Prima CUP míří na Dolní Moravu. Už 6. června na vás čeká pořádná horská bajkovačka plná nádherných výjezdů, hravých singletrailů a dechberoucích výhledů. Vyberte si dle výkonnosti jednu ze tří tratí a přijeďte si užít rodinný víkend plný nových zážitků […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]

Latino voters are the fastest-growing part of the electorate, but for too long, campaigns have treated them as an afterthought, not a cornerstone LULAC, UnidosUS Action Fund, Mi Familia Vota & the Latino Victory Project are changing that—they just launched a coalition to make politics match reality

Report of direct hit by missile on residential building in Kyiv. Fires in central Kyiv (video). Kh-101 cruise missiles launched by Tu-95 strategic bombers earlier maybe incoming to Kyiv. Further drone attacks expected, more ballistics possible.

BREAKING: Ex-KGB man saves the day PSG's Agent Incredible racks up back-to-back Champions' League wins + Germany's Merz is the most unpopular leader on the planet + Hold on a minute, there's wooden Starmer, from whom even the woodpeckers have fled Follow #MOATS 556 #Safanov #KGB #Merz #Starmer

Right-wing Catholic Daily Wire podcaster Michael Knowles and Protestant Christian nationalist Doug Wilson find common ground in their common enemies: progressives and secularists

Don't miss our #volunteer open day on Friday 10th April! Meet the team, see how you can get involved with our events and education activities, try some of our practical skill work and enjoy a guided walk. #volunteeringopportunity #cambridgeshire #huntingdon #forestschool #guidedwalk #schoolvisit

Hey all! Reminder got an extra stream for you tonight! Gonna be hitting up Resident Evil 5 Coop with @spoonee.bsky.social t's her first time with this masterpiece so let's buckle up for some COMPLETE GLOBAL SATURATION and also HEY C'MON HEY SHEVA! C'MON! See you @ 7PM EST 😅