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Petition urges Switzerland to extradite Putin's 'lover' Alina Kabaeva
Kabaeva, 38, is a former Olympic gymnast and gold medalist who is widely believed to be Putin's "mistress" and mother to "secret" children whom he has never officially recognized, Daily Mail reported. The petition comes amid reports that Kabaeva, once named "Russia's most flexible woman", was sent to a private chalet in Switzerland earlier this month amid the invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine's compromises with Russia to be put to referendum: Zelensky
"I explained to all negotiating groups: when you talk about all these changes, and they can be historic, there is nowhere to go - we will have a referendum," Zelensky was quoted as saying in an interview with the Ukrainian public broadcaster Suspilne. Zelensky emphasized that he stands ready for any compromises if they are supported by the Ukrainian people, Xinhua news agency reported.
Russia refuses to negotiate peace treaty with Japan
Russia has refused to negotiate a peace treaty with Japan, according to the Russian Foreign Ministry. "The Russian side under the current conditions does not intend to continue negotiations with Japan on a peace treaty," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement. It noted that this decision was made due to the impossibility of discussing the fundamental document on bilateral relations with a state that takes an unfriendly position, RT reported.
Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch OneWeb satellites
OneWeb, an Indo-UK joint venture satellite communications company, said on Monday that it has entered into an agreement with Elon Musk's SpaceX to launch its low earth orbit (LEO) satellites. OneWeb is a joint venture between India Bharti Global and the UK government. According to OneWeb, it would resume satellite launches through SpaceX rockets.
Russia behind hoax calls to UK ministers pretending to be Ukraine PM: Downing Street
The Downing Street has said that Moscow was behind calls to British defence secretary and home secretary last week, The Guardian reported. The Russian state was responsible for hoax calls to Ben Wallace and Priti Patel, pretending to be the Ukrainian Prime Minister, Downing Street has said.
Shehbaz Sharif to be party's nominee for Pak PM's post: Maryam Nawaz
Responding to a question during a media talk outside the Islamabad High Court, Maryam stated that the opposition will "sit and decide" on the appointment of the next candidate for the Prime Minister's post, but the PML-N would nominate Shehbaz Sharif, the report said.
Ukrainian frontline medic claims Russian prisoners of war will be castrated
The combat medic, whose volunteer team has been described as "medical angels" by the Western media, said "cockroaches" don't deserve the right to procreate, RT reported. The shocking declaration came from Gennadiy Druzenko, a constitutional lawyer-turned-volunteer frontline medic in Ukraine. Speaking to Ukrainian media in a live interview, he condemned the US for its reluctance to go to war with Russia on Ukraine's behalf, before commenting on the Russian military.
Imran attacks army chief Bajwa, praises Indian army as 'not corrupt'
The Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan is angry and frustrated with his "master" the Pakistani military establishment as it has refused to bail him out at a time when he is facing a crucial no-confidence motion against his government, in what is shaping up to be his toughest test since coming to power in 2018. The establishment has also asked Khan to "resign" as he has lost majority in the parliament.
EU member states to stockpile iodine pills, nuclear-protective suits
As the conflict in Ukraine continues to rage, the European Commission has urged EU member states to stockpile iodine pills, other designated drugs, and nuclear-protective suits. It is also stepping up preparations for dealing with the aftermath of a possible chemical or biological attack, RT reported.
Maryam Nawaz asks Pakistanis not to let their children watch Imran's speeches
PML-N Vice-President Maryam Nawaz told Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday that his "game is over now", Dawn reported. "Your electoral prospects in the wake of inflation and lack of governance are bleak. You know you have lost the game and the upcoming elections." And, the PML-N leader went on, the Pakistani Prime Minister looks like a joker while he's at it, Dawn reported.
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