BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 22nd 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Ukraine and Russia Pres. Zelensky conceded that his counteroffensive is going "slower than desired" but still making positive progress. He urged his Western backers to have patience: "Some people bel …

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BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 21st 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

China The European Commission introduced a new trade policy that doesn't mention China by name but aims to protect EU trade from "destinations of concern that operate civil-military fusion strategies …

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BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 20th 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Ukraine Ukraine's deputy defense minister boasted that his forces have yet to deliver the "biggest blow" of their counter-offensive. Ukraine hasn't been divulging much about the progress it's making, …

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BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 19th 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Ukraine Early investigations concluded that Russia was likely responsible for blowing up the Kakhovka dam - although Russia has deflected blame to both Ukrainian sabotage and accumulated damage from …

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BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 15th 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Iran The NYT reported that the Biden administration held quiet indirect (but "not secret") meetings with Iranian officials in Doha in May to try to ease tensions and reduce the risk of a future war.T …

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BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Posted by BW Actual on Jun 14th 2023

BLACKWATER USA | DAILY BRIEF

Ukraine and Russia Ukraine said it has now recaptured seven villages and reclaimed 35 sq. mi. (91 sq. km) in its counteroffensive that began last week. Russia maintained it has repelled all Ukrainian …

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