Putin: Russia and neighbors in anti-terrorism alliance
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) was unified in their efforts to combat terrorism. The most recent CSTO summit in Belarus saw the leaders of these post-Soviet states come together to work on counter-terrorism efforts. “Operation Mercenary” aims to prevent citizens of CSTO member states from joining “terrorist organizations,” according to Putin. The summit was attended by leaders of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, but the Armenian Prime Minister chose not to attend. CSTO is a military alliance of Russia and several post-Soviet states including Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
Ukraine’s seed bank moved from Kharkiv to safer location
Ukraine’s national seed bank has been successfully relocated from Kharkiv to a more secure location, Crop Trust announced. The move comes after the facility near the seed bank was damaged last spring due to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Kremlin: Europe poses a threat to Russia
The Kremlin has dismissed claims that Russia poses a threat to Europe. Instead, it has accused European NATO countries of threatening Russia by moving their military might closer to Russian borders.
Norway considers border closure with Russia
Amid rising tensions over an influx of migrants from Russia, Norway is considering closing its only border crossing with its northern neighbor.
Russian forces target town in eastern Ukraine
Ukraine’s military reported ongoing attempts by Russian forces to encircle the town of Avdiivka in eastern Ukraine.
North Korea received aid for satellite launch, South Korea lawmakers claim
South Korean lawmakers have claimed that North Korea received Russian assistance in its recent successful satellite launch. This follows the country’s recent attempts, including failed efforts. However, a member of the parliamentary intelligence committee noted that it is difficult to verify the satellite’s capabilities.
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