For those familiar with modern Russian history, the 1990s are often remembered as a time of newfound personal freedom and economic liberation, but also as an era of street crime and a near-collapse of state control. In Gangs of Russia, Svetlana Stephenson, a British scholar with Russian roots, provides a gripping and deeply researched account of the evolution of Russian street gangs, tracing their origins back to the 1970s and beyond.
Through first-hand interviews with gang members, Stephenson examines their social structures, codes of conduct, and the profound impact they had on both society and the state. The book compellingly outlines how these groups not only controlled neighborhoods but also forged paths from the streets to business and, eventually, into government itself. A must-read for anyone interested in modern Russian history.
Through first-hand interviews with gang members, Stephenson examines their social structures, codes of conduct, and the profound impact they had on both society and the state. The book compellingly outlines how these groups not only controlled neighborhoods but also forged paths from the streets to business and, eventually, into government itself. A must-read for anyone interested in modern Russian history.
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Full argument: Trump-Zelensky White House meeting descends into shouting match
Donald Trump’s Oval Office meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky descended into a shouting match with the US president abruptly ending the conversation and throwing reporters out.
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Trump responds to the earlier scuffle with Ukrainian President: Zelenskiy is not ready for peace.
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BREAKING NEWS: Trump Speaks To Reporters After Fiery Oval Office Clash With Ukraine's Zelensky
President Trump speaks to reporters after his shocking confrontation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office.
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Zelenskiy also responds to today's meeting with Trump: Thankful to the US President and American people.
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Zelenskyy Gives Interview to FOX NEWS after White House Scandalous Meeting
Volodymyr Zelenskyy gives interview to American TV from Fox News channel after the meeting of the Presidents in the White House, which went not according to the plan and tensions got high. Be sure to watch it first.
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A Statement from President Donald J. Trump
“We had a very meaningful meeting in the White House today. Much was learned that could never be understood without conversation under such fire and pressure. It’s amazing what comes out through emotion, and I have determined that President Zelenskyy is not ready for Peace if America is involved, because he feels our involvement gives him a big advantage in negotiations. I don’t want advantage, I want PEACE. He disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office. He can come back when he is ready for Peace.”
“We had a very meaningful meeting in the White House today. Much was learned that could never be understood without conversation under such fire and pressure. It’s amazing what comes out through emotion, and I have determined that President Zelenskyy is not ready for Peace if America is involved, because he feels our involvement gives him a big advantage in negotiations. I don’t want advantage, I want PEACE. He disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office. He can come back when he is ready for Peace.”
Here is a review by the law and crime channel on the released Epstein files. As expected, heavily redacted and the heavy use of cryptic notations.
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This is the worst statement that could have been made by Zelenskyy, and America will not put up with it for much longer! It is what I was saying, this guy doesn’t want there to be Peace as long as he has America’s backing and, Europe, in the meeting they had with Zelenskyy, stated flatly that they cannot do the job without the U.S. – Probably not a great statement to have been made in terms of a show of strength against Russia. What are they thinking?
Kill Tony is going mainstream. Saturday Night Live, one of the most liberal nigh shows, is now not afraid to joke about race.
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Mid-Day News 2 - SNL
Things go off the rails as anchors of a news channel (Shane Gillis, Kenan Thompson, Heidi Gardner, Ego Nwodim) cover the latest news.
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Tomorrow morning I will be speaking to President Putin concerning the War in Ukraine. Many elements of a Final Agreement have been agreed to, but much remains. Thousands of young soldiers, and others, are being killed. Each week brings 2,500 soldier deaths, from both sides, and it must end NOW. I look very much forward to the call with President Putin.
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My phone conversation today with President Putin of Russia was a very good and productive one. We agreed to an immediate Ceasefire on all Energy and Infrastructure, with an understanding that we will be working quickly to have a Complete Ceasefire and, ultimately, an END to this very horrible War between Russia and Ukraine. This War would have never started if I were President! Many elements of a Contract for Peace were discussed, including the fact that thousands of soldiers are being killed, and both President Putin and President Zelenskyy would like to see it end. That process is now in full force and effect, and we will, hopefully, for the sake of Humanity, get the job done!
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Just completed a very good telephone call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine. It lasted approximately one hour. Much of the discussion was based on the call made yesterday with President Putin in order to align both Russia and Ukraine in terms of their requests and needs. We are very much on track, and I will ask Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, to give an accurate description of the points discussed. That Statement will be put out shortly.
A comic relief, Canada to be named Crussia.
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Putin makes a stunning accusation at Trump | PUPPET REGIME
Putin doesn’t like that Trump is copying his style. So he does what anyone would do ... invade Canada. #PUPPETREGIME
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This post from Jacques Attali reflects a particular European perspective on how America is viewed. Attali, a highly influential figure, is best known for serving as an advisor to President François Mitterrand and for his role as the founding president of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
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Is Ukraine better off with or without Russia? Here is one of the future scenarios being discussed between the US and Russia - splitting Ukraine into territories controlled by different countries.
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Trump envoy: Ukraine could be divided like postwar Berlin
General Keith Kellogg suggests UK and France could lead western zone of control in interview with The Times