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The sixtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Biden administration announces $100 million security package for UkraineExclusive: U.S. aims to arm Ukraine with advanced anti-ship missiles to fight Russian blockadeGerman intel chief says espionage at Cold War levelsMonkeypox cases investigated in Europe, US, Canada and AustraliaMexican foreign minister expects prompt response from U.S. on Americas summit proposalNicaragua president says he is 'not interested' in attending U.S.-hosted summitU.S. accuses Cuba of using Americas summit controversy as propaganda ployEcuador president to attend U.S.-hosted Summit of the AmericasBolivian president will not attend U.S. summit if other nations excludedIsraeli lawmaker resigns over 'harassment' of Palestinians, plunging government into parliamentary minorityAfghan Taliban order women TV anchors to cover their facesUK: Police end inquiry into 'Partygate' scandal at Downing StreetScientists Uncover a Shady Web of Online Spider Sales See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Ukraine: Executions, Torture During Russian OccupationTurkey holds firm against NATO bids by Finland and SwedenRussian soldier pleads guilty to killing Ukrainian civilian in first war crimes trialNigeria treasury chief suspended amid fraud claimsUS military probe finds no wrongdoing in deadly Syria air strikeUN rights chief condemns 'unimaginable' violence in HaitiNorth Korea’s suspected COVID-19 caseload nears 2 millionTea and infomercials: N. Korea fights COVID with few toolsSpain's former King Juan Carlos to visit Spain after 2-year exileHouse administrator canceling Peloton staff perk after criticism See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Finland and Sweden formally ask to join NATO, in potentially its biggest expansion in two decades.Former Russian colonel criticizes the country's invasion of Ukraine on state televisionGerman ex-leader Schroeder loses privileges over Russia tiesNorth Korean leader Kim slams officials' 'immaturity' in response to COVID outbreakMali arrests suspects after announcing foiled coup attemptSri Lanka down to last day of petrol, new prime minister saysVenezuela government and opposition to renew talks amid humanitarian crisisEU vows response if UK scraps Northern Ireland Brexit rulesJohns Hopkins students invent edible 'Tastee Tape' to keep burritos together See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Ukraine says mission at Mariupol steel mill is completeTurkey threatens to block Finland and Sweden Nato bidsMcDonald’s to exit Russia completelyGuinea-Bissau president dissolves parliamentUK to offer immunity to Troubles-era killers — if they tell the truthFrench town votes to allow ‘burkini’ in swimming pools, reigniting perennial debateN. Korea reports 270,000 new fever cases amid COVID crisisCyber attack on Costa Rica grows as more agencies hit, president saysAirbnb is renting out the iconic Moulin Rouge for three one-night stays See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.Articles cited in the podcast:Setbacks in East Force Russia to Scale Back AmbitionsRuling parties in Sweden, Finland back NATO membership in historic shiftsRussia announced the transfer of troops to Finland in response to the decision to join NATOFrench carmaker quits Russia and sells assets of more than $2 billion to Moscow cityBiden urges unity to stem racial hate after Buffalo shootingTHE BUFFALO SHOOTER DID NOT ACT ALONE. NOT BY A LONG SHOTHow Australia Saved Thousands of Lives While Covid Killed a Million AmericansElon Musk’s free-speech agenda poses safety risks on global stageNorth Korea's Kim orders military to stabilise supply of COVID drugsSweden seeks to overcome Turkish objections to its NATO bidKim Jong Un impersonator crashes Australian PM's campaign event See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-five episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Russia says Finnish entry to NATO poses threat to which it will respond‘If you have any heart at all.’ UN official warns Putin millions will die if Ukraine’s ports remain blockedIryna Vereshchuk: evacuation from Azovstal will begin with rescuing seriously injured13 dead, dozens rescued after migrant boat capsizes near Puerto RicoSouth African firm says it may close its COVID vaccine plantDutch authorities arrest Rwandan man on genocide suspicionsUS: Joe Biden hosts ASEAN leaders amid concerns over ChinaNorth Korea announces first death from Covid-19Scientists grow plants in lunar dirt, next stop moon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Finland must apply for NATO membership without delay, Finnish President and PM sayFinland’s leaders urge applying for NATO membership ‘without delay.’UK Ministry of Defence Intelligence UpdateUkraine to hold first war crimes trial of captured RussianGreece bans LGBTQ conversion therapyLebanese state violated human rights by mismanaging crisis, UN poverty envoy saysHong Kong: Vatican ‘concerned’ over arrest of Cardinal Joseph ZenThreats of boycott cast a shadow over Biden’s Summit of the AmericasNorth Korea: 'First' Covid cases prompt strict national lockdownKickball player banned from Tinder for using app to recruit teammates See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Ukraine cuts Russian gas flowing to Europe via key pipeline sectionsHouse passes $40 billion Ukraine aid billBelarus deploys special operation forces near the border with UkraineShanghai moves to impose tightest restrictions yetShireen Abu Akleh: Al Jazeera reporter killed by Israeli gunfireParaguay: Anti-mafia prosecutor killed on Colombia beachNo option off the table on Northern Ireland protocol, Gove warns EUSri Lanka deploys troops in capital after violence, protests‘Succession’ star glues hand to Starbucks counter in protest See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Commission weighs joint borrowing for UkraineRaimondo Announces Temporary Suspension of 232 Tariffs on Ukraine SteelCanada’s Intention to Remove Tariffs on Goods from UkraineRussian Envoy to Poland Splattered with Red Paint on Victory DayFerdinand Marcos Jr. Is Bound for PresidencySri Lanka prime minister resigns, curfew imposed after clashesMoldova's struggle with 'frozen conflict' and Russian uncertaintyWorld Bank grants Lebanon $150 million food security loanLebanon's descent into turmoil: assassinations, war, financial collapseDeath toll from explosion at Havana hotel rises to 40Man jump ropes 71,185 times in eight hours, unofficially breaks record See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the podcast:Russia: Vladimir Putin gives major speech on Victory Day'All Women, Children, Elderly' Evacuated From Azovstal: KyivUkrainian fighters at besieged Azovstal plant vow to fight till the endUS unveils new sanctions on Russia, targeting services, media and defense industryFirst lady Jill Biden makes unannounced trip to UkraineFacebook - Justin Trudeau Visits UkraineThe Prime Minister of Croatia and the Foreign Minister arrived in Kyiv on a visitHead of State met with the President of the German BundestagPhilippines election: Marcos family eye return to power as country votesNI election results 2022: Sinn Féin wins most seats in historic electionCosta Rica’s new leader takes over with a blast at the pastECB’s Holzmann says up to three rate hikes may be ‘appropriate’ this yearSyria President Assad visits Iran for meetings in rare tripUkraine's mine sniffing dog Patron awarded medal by Zelenskiy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices