Democrat dismisses Putin’s ‘support’ for Harris: ‘Classic doublespeak’

Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Massachusetts) dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's endorsement of Vice President Harris in the election as “classic double entendre.” Appearing on CNN's Casey Hunt on Thursday, Auchincloss was asked what he thought about the Russian president's comments endorsing Harris. “I think this is classic double-dealing and disinformation,” he responded. “It's clear that Russians […]

Putin’s support dented by Kursk invasion

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Putin’s support at home and abroad dented by Kursk invasion

Russian President Vladimir Putin is downplaying the seriousness of the incursion and buying himself time to respond as he deals with the domestic and international fallout from Ukraine's bold counterattack in the Kursk region. More than three weeks have passed since Ukraine breached Russian defenses and seized about 450 square miles of territory, a senior […]

Putin’s shadow looms large over the Paris Olympics 

The City of Light has become a target for Moscow. Nuclear Target According to Russian propaganda chief Vladimir Solovyov, ahead of the official opening of the 33rd Olympic Games tomorrow, Paris has become the target of an aggressive attack from the Kremlin, and there are growing signs that it may act. Banned by the International […]