Section: US & Canada
Estonian Defense Chief: NATO Must ‘Neutralize’ Putin’s Perceived Advantage
Estonia’s defense chief has welcomed the U.S. decision to preposition military equipment in the Baltics and other countries on the eastern edge of the alliance, saying that a strong presence is required to diminish the potential threat of a Russian attack. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Putin out to seize control of Ukraine, says Kiev defense chief
KIEV (Reuters) – The West should not drop its guard over Ukraine, the country’s defense minister said on Friday, saying a build-up of Russian… …read more Source:...
The Daily Vertical: Here Comes The Hangover
The Daily Vertical is a video primer for Russia-watchers that appears Monday through Friday. Viewers can suggest topics via Twitter @PowerVertical or on the Power Vertical Facebook page. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
Chinese-Filipino Community’s Dilemma: The Philippines, China, and the South China Sea Disputes
At its very core, the Philippines is an idea, representing a pluralistic land with hospitable people, who have always welcomed persecuted people from around the world. It is an all-embracing society that has been open to peoples from around the world. Nationalism and nationhood in post-colonial, cosmopolitan countries like the Philippines...
Judge expected to rule in fatal scaffolding collapse trial
TORONTO – A Toronto judge is expected to rule today in the case of a project manager who oversaw a construction crew involved in a deadly scaffolding collapse in 2009.Vadim Kazenelson faces four counts of criminal negligence causing death and one count of criminal negligence causing bodily harm. He has maintained his innocence.Court has...
Putin Calls Obama to Talk ISIS, Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin called President Barack Obama and discussed continued tensions in eastern Ukraine and the fight against ISIS in the Middle East. …read more Source:...
NATO fears return of escalated violence in eastern Ukraine
The top U.S. commander for NATO said Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin isn’t finished with his involvement in eastern Ukraine, as the U.S. and its allies outlined support for Kiev. …read more Source: FOX...
Ukrainian unit accused of Neo-Nazi links wants Canada’s help
Ukraine’s Azov Battalion is looking for help from Canada. Unit members are not happy with being branded as Neo-Nazis. Recently, U.S. lawmakers voted unanimously to block American troops from training the unit. Democratic Congressman John Conyers, Jr. joined forces with Republican Congressman Ted Yoho to add an amendment to the...
U.S.-Backed Financing For Big Eurasian Projects To Soon Dry Up
A crucial source of financing may soon no longer be available for purchasing expensive equipment needed for farming in Ukraine, earth-moving in Kazakhstan, and oil and gas operations in Russia and Iraq. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
White House: Putin calls Obama, discuss Ukraine, IS, Iran
WASHINGTON (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Barack Obama spoke by telephone Thursday and discussed continued tensions in… …read more Source:...
