Friday, April 01, 2022
Conversion Therapy: Ban to Go-ahead but Not Cover Trans People
BBC: The government insists it will ban so-called conversion therapy for gay or bisexual people in England and Wales - but not for transgender people.
It comes hours after it had said it would drop the ban entirely.
The announcement that it would explore "non-legislative measures" to prevent the practice prompted a furious response from LGBT groups and many MPs.
According to NHS England, conversion therapy tries to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
A senior government source has told the BBC the ban will feature in the next Queen's Speech.
Just hours earlier, a government spokesperson had said the ban would be dropped and they would instead review ways to stop conversion therapy practices through existing law and "other non-legislative measures".
But news that ministers are now only planning to ban conversion therapy for cisgender people - those whose gender identity is in-line with their biological sex - has been met with criticism from some MPs and charities.
The Rainbow Project, said any ban that didn't include transgender people was "not a real ban". Labour MP Nadia Whittome said it was "still not good enough", before adding: "LGB comes with the T, and the Tories are not on our side". » | Sophie Gallagher & Josh Parry, BBC News | Friday, April1, 2022
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It comes hours after it had said it would drop the ban entirely.
The announcement that it would explore "non-legislative measures" to prevent the practice prompted a furious response from LGBT groups and many MPs.
According to NHS England, conversion therapy tries to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
A senior government source has told the BBC the ban will feature in the next Queen's Speech.
Just hours earlier, a government spokesperson had said the ban would be dropped and they would instead review ways to stop conversion therapy practices through existing law and "other non-legislative measures".
But news that ministers are now only planning to ban conversion therapy for cisgender people - those whose gender identity is in-line with their biological sex - has been met with criticism from some MPs and charities.
The Rainbow Project, said any ban that didn't include transgender people was "not a real ban". Labour MP Nadia Whittome said it was "still not good enough", before adding: "LGB comes with the T, and the Tories are not on our side". » | Sophie Gallagher & Josh Parry, BBC News | Friday, April1, 2022
Related.
What are LGBTQ+ conversion practices and why is there a push to ban them?: Boris Johnson performed two U-turns on Thursday about Tory pledge to ban LGBT conversion practices »
As a lesbian woman, I was subjected to conversion practices. We must protect trans people against this abuse: Trans people are nearly twice as likely as lesbian and gay people to undergo interventions that range from prayers to forced rape »
Boris Johnson Ditches Conversion Therapy Ban in Shameful U-turn
PINK NEWS: Boris Johnson has ditched his long-promised conversion therapy ban.
ITV News reported that an official briefing document confirms Johnson “has agreed we should not move forward with legislation to ban LGBT conversion therapy”.
This is despite a ban on the practice being announced in the Queen’s Speech last year, and the government running a major consultation on the issue.
A government spokesperson confirmed: “Having explored this sensitive issue in great depth the government has decided to proceed by reviewing how existing law can be deployed more effectively to prevent this in the quickest way possible, and explore the use of other non-legislative measures.”
Theresa May first promised to outlaw the practice in 2018.
The leaked document suggests the U-turn will be announced in May’s Queen’s Speech, and that the Ukraine war could be used as justification. . » | Reiss Smith | Thursday, March 31, 2022
This is indeed shameful! It shows us clearly that the man is duplicitous, unprincipled and weak. – Mark
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Boris Johnson Ditches Plans for Ban on LGBT Conversion Practices
THE GUARDIAN: Leaked document forces government to announce change in approach despite repeated promises
A protester holds up a sign during a Reclaim Pride protest last year. Photograph: Vuk Valcic/Sopa Images/Rex/Shutterstock
Boris Johnson has ditched plans for a legal ban on conversion practices despite repeated promises for such a move, Downing Street has confirmed.
The government announced the change of policy after it emerged in a leaked document obtained by ITV News.
A government spokesperson said: “Having explored this sensitive issue in great depth the government has decided to proceed by reviewing how existing law can be deployed more effectively to prevent this in the quickest way possible, and explore the use of other non-legislative measures.”
Conversion practices attempt to change or suppress a person’s sexuality or gender identity and Johnson and his predecessor Theresa May promised to make it illegal.
The move to drop plans for a legal ban was condemned by the Liberal Democrats. The party’s equalities spokesperson, the MP Wera Hobhouse, said: “This is not just yet another U-turn from the Tories, but giving the green light to a form of torture in the UK. This is an utter betrayal of the LGBT+ community. » | Heather Stewart and Harriet Sherwood | Thursday, March 31, 2022
This is proof that BoJo is not only a clown; but he is a contemptible clown! Conversion therapy is not only very dangerous; it is also ineffective and unenlightened. BoJo, you are a disgrace to your party; moreover, you are unworthy of the leadership position you hold. You have ditched the ban on conversion therapy; now it is time—high time—for the country to ditch you! – © Mark
Boris Johnson has ditched plans for a legal ban on conversion practices despite repeated promises for such a move, Downing Street has confirmed.
The government announced the change of policy after it emerged in a leaked document obtained by ITV News.
A government spokesperson said: “Having explored this sensitive issue in great depth the government has decided to proceed by reviewing how existing law can be deployed more effectively to prevent this in the quickest way possible, and explore the use of other non-legislative measures.”
Conversion practices attempt to change or suppress a person’s sexuality or gender identity and Johnson and his predecessor Theresa May promised to make it illegal.
The move to drop plans for a legal ban was condemned by the Liberal Democrats. The party’s equalities spokesperson, the MP Wera Hobhouse, said: “This is not just yet another U-turn from the Tories, but giving the green light to a form of torture in the UK. This is an utter betrayal of the LGBT+ community. » | Heather Stewart and Harriet Sherwood | Thursday, March 31, 2022
This is proof that BoJo is not only a clown; but he is a contemptible clown! Conversion therapy is not only very dangerous; it is also ineffective and unenlightened. BoJo, you are a disgrace to your party; moreover, you are unworthy of the leadership position you hold. You have ditched the ban on conversion therapy; now it is time—high time—for the country to ditch you! – © Mark
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Aufgeklärte Menschen in der modernen Welt nennen es normal, Liebe füreinander auszudrücken; Wladimir Putin und sein Freund, der Patriarch der russisch-orthodoxen Kirche, nennen es Dekadenz!
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FRANKFURTER ALLGEMEINE ZEITUNG: Der Vatikan und der Papst setzen auf Moskaus Patriarchen Kirill als Friedensstifter. Doch Russlands Orthodoxe Kirche ist eng mit Putin und dem Kreml verbunden.
Am 8. März appellierte Kardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich, Vorsitzender der katholischen Bischofskonferenzen der EU, an Patriarch Kirill: Das Oberhaupt der russisch-orthodoxen Kirche solle auf die Moskauer Machthaber einwirken, damit diese eine „diplomatische Lösung des Konflikts“ in der Ukraine suchten, auf der Grundlage von „Dialog, gesundem Menschenverstand und Respekt für das Völkerrecht“. Neun Tage später erhielt der Erzbischof von Luxemburg eine Antwort von Metropolit Hilarion, dem Leiter des Außenamts der russisch-orthodoxen Kirche, die man als Absage werten muss.
Zwar ist die Rede von „dramatischen Ereignissen auf dem vielgeprüften Boden der Ukraine“. Doch sei „ganz offensichtlich, dass der gegenwärtige Konflikt nicht mit immer neuen öffentlichen Erklärungen gelöst werden kann“. Wie sonst das russische Außenministerium, fordert Hilarion eine „Absage an die Sprache der Ultimaten“. Man habe ein „besonderes Gebet für die baldige Wiederherstellung des Friedens“ in der Ukraine in die Liturgie aufgenommen, schreibt der Metropolit zwar. Doch was darunter aus Moskauer Sicht zu verstehen ist, hatte wenige Tage zuvor Pa¬triarch Kirill klargemacht: Er übergab Viktor Solotow, dem Leiter der Nationalgarde, während eines Gottesdienstes in der Moskauer Christ-Erlöser-Kathedrale eine Ikone der Muttergottes, welche „die jungen Krieger inspirieren“ solle. Solotow sagte, die Ikone werde „die russische Streitmacht schützen und unseren Sieg beschleunigen“. » | Von Friedrich Schmidt, Politischer Korrespondent für Russland und die GUS in Moskau. | Donnerstag, 31. März 2022
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Putin Authorizes Draft of Nearly 135,000 into Russian Military
How Long Will Russian Forces Continue to Hold Positions? | Ukraine Latest
Mar 31, 2022 • The shelling has not stopped in Ukraine, even after Russia announced it would scale down its military activity.
It's thought Russia now wants to focus on securing control over the Donbas region in the east of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy says his forces will fight for ''every meter of land''.
This comes as the US says its intelligence suggests Russian President Vladimir Putin is being misled by fearful advisors about his military's poor performance in Ukraine. Intelligence reports from the British defense ministry say Russian forces continue to hold positions to the east and west of Kyiv and that the outskirts of the Ukrainian capital are likely to see heavy fighting in the coming days.
Bombings have continued unabated in the besieged port city of Mariupol. Ukraine's deputy prime minister says a convoy of 45 buses is on its way to the city to try and evacuate civilians - after Russia said it would pause fighting there today. Previous attempts to open a humanitarian corridor from Mariupol have failed.
It's thought Russia now wants to focus on securing control over the Donbas region in the east of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy says his forces will fight for ''every meter of land''.
This comes as the US says its intelligence suggests Russian President Vladimir Putin is being misled by fearful advisors about his military's poor performance in Ukraine. Intelligence reports from the British defense ministry say Russian forces continue to hold positions to the east and west of Kyiv and that the outskirts of the Ukrainian capital are likely to see heavy fighting in the coming days.
Bombings have continued unabated in the besieged port city of Mariupol. Ukraine's deputy prime minister says a convoy of 45 buses is on its way to the city to try and evacuate civilians - after Russia said it would pause fighting there today. Previous attempts to open a humanitarian corridor from Mariupol have failed.
Ukraine War: Putin Being Misled by Fearful Advisers, US Says
BBC: Russian President Vladimir Putin is being misled by advisers who are too scared to tell him how badly the war in Ukraine is going, the White House says.
Meanwhile British intelligence says Russian troops in Ukraine are demoralised, short of equipment and refusing to carry out orders.
Mr Putin is also not being told about the full impact of sanctions on the Russian economy, the White House said.
The Kremlin has not yet commented on the assessments.
White House spokesperson Kate Bedingfield said the US had information that Mr Putin "felt misled by the Russian military" and this had resulted in "persistent tension between Putin and his military leadership".
"Putin's war has been a strategic blunder that has left Russia weaker over the long term and increasingly isolated on the world stage," she said. » | Thursday, March 31, 2022
Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Oligarchs on UK Sanctions List Were Granted ‘Golden Visas’
THE GUARDIAN: Eight unnamed individuals were awarded right to live in Britain under controversial investor visa scheme
Eight Russian oligarchs on the UK sanctions list over their links to Vladimir Putin were granted “golden visas” to live in Britain.
The eight individuals, who Boris Johnson described as having “the blood of the Ukrainian people on their hands”, were granted the right to live in the UK after promising to invest at least £2m under the controversial tier 1 investor visa scheme.
Lady Williams of Trafford, a home office minister, said in an answer to a parliamentary question this week that on 18 March, eight of the oligarchs subjected to sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine “had been identified as holding or having held leave as a tier 1 (investor) migrant or as a tier 1 (investor) migrant dependent”.
The eight people were not named, and the Home Office declined to provide further details. » | Rupert Neate and Aubrey Allegretti | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Eight Russian oligarchs on the UK sanctions list over their links to Vladimir Putin were granted “golden visas” to live in Britain.
The eight individuals, who Boris Johnson described as having “the blood of the Ukrainian people on their hands”, were granted the right to live in the UK after promising to invest at least £2m under the controversial tier 1 investor visa scheme.
Lady Williams of Trafford, a home office minister, said in an answer to a parliamentary question this week that on 18 March, eight of the oligarchs subjected to sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine “had been identified as holding or having held leave as a tier 1 (investor) migrant or as a tier 1 (investor) migrant dependent”.
The eight people were not named, and the Home Office declined to provide further details. » | Rupert Neate and Aubrey Allegretti | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
China hofiert Außenminister Lawrow
FRANKFURTER ALLGEMEINE ZEITUNG: Peking beschwört die Freundschaft zu Moskau und ist bereit, die Beziehungen „auf eine höhere Ebene“ zu heben. Das könnte die Wirtschaftsbeziehungen mit Europa belasten.
Trotz des andauernden russischen Angriffskrieges in der Ukraine hat sich China abermals demonstrativ hinter Moskau gestellt. Der chinesische Außenminister Wang Yi sagte am Mittwoch nach einem Treffen mit seinem russischen Amtskollegen Sergej Lawrow, China sei bereit, die Beziehungen zu Moskau „auf eine höhere Ebene“ zu heben. Beide Seiten seien entschlossener denn je, die Zusammenarbeit auszubauen. „Die chinesisch-russischen Beziehungen haben dem jüngsten Test der sich wandelnden internationalen Lage standgehalten, die korrekte Richtung des Fortschritts beibehalten und ein nachhaltiges Momentum erreicht“, sagte Wang Yi laut einer Mitteilung des Außenministeriums. Lawrow war erstmals seit dem Beginn des Krieges nach China gereist. Offizieller Anlass waren multilaterale Beratungen über die Lage in Afghanistan. Das Treffen fand aufgrund der Pandemie fernab der Hauptstadt in der Provinz Anhui statt. » | Von Friederike Böge | Mittwoch, 30. März 2022
Guerre en Ukraine: les Russes pris dans le nœud coulant des sanctions internationales
LE FIGARO : RÉCIT - La population commence à sentir les restrictions économiques imposées après l’invasion de l’Ukraine, mais celles-ci ne semblent pas en mesure de faire bouger les lignes politiques.
Ce n’est qu’un détail, mais tout de même: il devient de plus en plus difficile de se procurer du papier blanc en Russie, sinon en le payant cinq fois plus cher qu’il y a un mois. En cause, les sanctions internationales décidées après l’invasion de l’Ukraine et l’arrêt des approvisionnements en produits chimiques de blanchiment importés de Finlande… D’où le retour en force du papier jaunasse - pompeusement rebaptisé «écologique»-, omniprésent à l’époque de l’URSS.
Petit à petit, jour après jour, les Russes sont confrontés aux restrictions croissantes, qui bousculent le quotidien et raniment le spectre des pénuries que beaucoup ont encore en mémoire. C’est Svetlana, ménagère moscovite qui découvre un beau matin dans son supermarché que le sucre, le sarrasin et le sel sont en rupture de stock. Et quand il y a en a, pas plus d’un paquet par client! Sans crier gare, capsules pour lave-vaisselle, serviettes hygiéniques et certains produits pour animaux ont également disparu des rayons. » | Par Alain Barluet | mercredi 30 mars 2022
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Ukraine War: Putin Demands Mariupol Surrender to End Shelling
BBC: Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that shelling of the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol will only end when Ukrainian troops surrender.
Mr Putin made the comments during an hour long phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday night, the Kremlin said in a statement.
But French officials said the Russian leader had agreed to consider plans to evacuate civilians from the city.
It comes as new satellite photos showed the destruction caused by the shelling. » | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Mr Putin made the comments during an hour long phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday night, the Kremlin said in a statement.
But French officials said the Russian leader had agreed to consider plans to evacuate civilians from the city.
It comes as new satellite photos showed the destruction caused by the shelling. » | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Germany Warns on Gas Supply over Russia Payment Row
BBC: Germany has declared an "early warning" over possible gas supply disruption amid a payments stand-off with Russia.
Russia has demanded "unfriendly" countries pay for its gas in roubles, but the EU, which mainly pays in euros, has rejected the idea.
On Wednesday, German economy minister Robert Habeck urged consumers and companies to reduce consumption in anticipation of possible shortages.
Germany gets about half its gas and a third of its oil from Russia.
Berlin has pledged to reduce its dependence on Russian energy over time but warned it could face a recession if supplies stopped suddenly.
Under an existing gas emergency plan, the "early warning phase" is the first of three steps designed to prepare the country for a potential supply shock.
In its final stage, the government would bring in gas rationing. » | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Russia has demanded "unfriendly" countries pay for its gas in roubles, but the EU, which mainly pays in euros, has rejected the idea.
On Wednesday, German economy minister Robert Habeck urged consumers and companies to reduce consumption in anticipation of possible shortages.
Germany gets about half its gas and a third of its oil from Russia.
Berlin has pledged to reduce its dependence on Russian energy over time but warned it could face a recession if supplies stopped suddenly.
Under an existing gas emergency plan, the "early warning phase" is the first of three steps designed to prepare the country for a potential supply shock.
In its final stage, the government would bring in gas rationing. » | Wednesday, March 30, 2022
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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Mar 29, 2022 • Americans worth over $100 billion:
Elon Musk: $270B
Jeff Bezos: $190B
Bill Gates: $135B
Warren Buffett: $130B
Larry Page: $119B
Sergey Brin: $115B
Larry Ellison: $113B
Elon Musk: $270B
Jeff Bezos: $190B
Bill Gates: $135B
Warren Buffett: $130B
Larry Page: $119B
Sergey Brin: $115B
Larry Ellison: $113B
Prince Andrew Plays Prominent Role in Prince Philip Memorial Service
THE GUARDIAN: Royal makes first public appearance since settling sexual assault case filed against him by Virginia Giuffre
The Queen and Prince Andrew attend the service of thanksgiving for Prince Philip. Photograph: Richard Pohle/AFP/Getty Images
Prince Andrew has prompted controversy after playing a unexpectedly prominent role escorting the Queen into a memorial service for his father, Prince Philip, in the disgraced royal’s first public appearance since settling the sexual assault case filed against him by Virginia Giuffre.
The ceremony in Westminster Abbey was held to mark a year since the Duke of Edinburgh’s death after his funeral was attended by just 30 loved ones due to pandemic restrictions.
It was uncertain until Tuesday morning whether the Queen would be able to attend after suffering poor mobility that has prevented her from travelling to official engagements.
She travelled from Windsor with Andrew, who escorted her into Westminster Abbey, offering his elbow as she moved carefully to her place using a walking stick.
Andrew’s prominent role raised eyebrows for coming so soon after a multimillion-pound out-of-court settlement in a civil sexual assault case. He continues to deny the allegation, but has stepped down from public life over his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. » | Rachel Hall and agency | Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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Andrew escorts Queen by arm at memorial service for Prince Philip: Monarch is visibly moved as her consort finally receives the farewell that he wanted »
Prince Andrew, Banished From Royal Duties, Escorts Queen to Memorial: The prince’s conspicuous public appearance at the service for his father, Prince Philip, who died last year, sent an unmistakable message of support by a 95-year-old mother for her disgraced son. LONDON — Six weeks ago, Prince Andrew agreed to a multi-million-dollar legal settlement with a woman who accused him of raping her when she was a teenager. On Tuesday, he escorted his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, to a memorial service at Westminster Abbey to celebrate the life of her late husband, Prince Philip. »
Was Prince Andrew’s role at service a bid to rehabilitate ‘soiled royal’?: Analysis: Concerns about royal family’s judgment and message to abuse victims as prince appears at Queen’s side »
The Queen shared the limelight with Andrew – but he’s still out in the cold: No surprise he was at his father’s memorial service. But the looks from Charles and William told you his public life is over »
Prince Andrew has prompted controversy after playing a unexpectedly prominent role escorting the Queen into a memorial service for his father, Prince Philip, in the disgraced royal’s first public appearance since settling the sexual assault case filed against him by Virginia Giuffre.
The ceremony in Westminster Abbey was held to mark a year since the Duke of Edinburgh’s death after his funeral was attended by just 30 loved ones due to pandemic restrictions.
It was uncertain until Tuesday morning whether the Queen would be able to attend after suffering poor mobility that has prevented her from travelling to official engagements.
She travelled from Windsor with Andrew, who escorted her into Westminster Abbey, offering his elbow as she moved carefully to her place using a walking stick.
Andrew’s prominent role raised eyebrows for coming so soon after a multimillion-pound out-of-court settlement in a civil sexual assault case. He continues to deny the allegation, but has stepped down from public life over his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. » | Rachel Hall and agency | Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Queen attends Prince Philip thanksgiving service: Monarch, 95, leads royal family at event in honour of husband Philip at Westminster Abbey »
Andrew escorts Queen by arm at memorial service for Prince Philip: Monarch is visibly moved as her consort finally receives the farewell that he wanted »
Prince Andrew, Banished From Royal Duties, Escorts Queen to Memorial: The prince’s conspicuous public appearance at the service for his father, Prince Philip, who died last year, sent an unmistakable message of support by a 95-year-old mother for her disgraced son. LONDON — Six weeks ago, Prince Andrew agreed to a multi-million-dollar legal settlement with a woman who accused him of raping her when she was a teenager. On Tuesday, he escorted his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, to a memorial service at Westminster Abbey to celebrate the life of her late husband, Prince Philip. »
Was Prince Andrew’s role at service a bid to rehabilitate ‘soiled royal’?: Analysis: Concerns about royal family’s judgment and message to abuse victims as prince appears at Queen’s side »
The Queen shared the limelight with Andrew – but he’s still out in the cold: No surprise he was at his father’s memorial service. But the looks from Charles and William told you his public life is over »
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Stephen Fry Confronts Vitaly Milonov over Russian Law Banning 'Gay Propaganda' - BBC Two
This Russian dude is so ignorant and so backward. He needs to crawl back under that rock he emerged from! By the way, people who protest too much are often hiding their own true sexual identities and proclivities! Moreover, he has absolutely no understanding of the teachings of Christianity. – © Mark
Young and Gay in Putin's Russia | Part 1
Jan 13, 2014 • When Russian President Vladimir Putin banned gay "propaganda" in June last year, Russia's LGBT community went from being a stigmatized fringe group to full-blown enemies of the state. Homophobia becoming legislation means it's now not only accepted in Russia but actively encouraged, which has led to a depressing rise in homophobic attacks and murders.
The main aim of the law, which essentially bans any public display of homosexuality, is to prevent minors from getting the impression that being gay is normal. Which means that, if you're young and gay in Putin's Russia, you're ostracized and cut off from any kind of legal support network.
In part 1 we get a ride with Artem, a young driver for Moscow's gay taxi service "Our Taxi", meet Nikita, a 17-year-old activist who has been labeled a "propagandist" because of his LGBT rights YouTube channel, and Yulia, a young lesbian who started LGBT self defense classes after her favorite gay bar in Moscow was attacked by about 20 armed men in October 2012.
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The main aim of the law, which essentially bans any public display of homosexuality, is to prevent minors from getting the impression that being gay is normal. Which means that, if you're young and gay in Putin's Russia, you're ostracized and cut off from any kind of legal support network.
In part 1 we get a ride with Artem, a young driver for Moscow's gay taxi service "Our Taxi", meet Nikita, a 17-year-old activist who has been labeled a "propagandist" because of his LGBT rights YouTube channel, and Yulia, a young lesbian who started LGBT self defense classes after her favorite gay bar in Moscow was attacked by about 20 armed men in October 2012.
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Telling the Story of Gays in Russia - Stories | GQ
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Australia Alarmed at China’s Security Talks with Solomon Islands
VOA: SYDNEY — The Solomon Islands has confirmed it is negotiating a security deal with China, which has caused alarm in neighboring Australia and New Zealand.
The Solomon Islands is located in the southwestern Pacific, about 2,000 miles northeast of Australia.
A draft official document emerged on social media Thursday. It details plans that could allow Beijing to send armed police and soldiers to the Pacific archipelago to “protect the safety of Chinese personnel and major projects in Solomon Islands.”
In Australia, there are fears that the agreement could lead to Beijing establishing a permanent military presence or bases in the Pacific Island country.
Australia and New Zealand have been the Solomon Islands’ traditional defense partners and aid donors. » | Phil Mercer | Saturday, March 26, 2022
Salomonen wollen enger mit China kooperieren: Die Salomonen streben eine Sicherheitskooperation mit China an. Australien und Neuseeland sind alarmiert. Sie fürchten eine militärische Präsenz Pekings im Südpazifik. »
The Solomon Islands is located in the southwestern Pacific, about 2,000 miles northeast of Australia.
A draft official document emerged on social media Thursday. It details plans that could allow Beijing to send armed police and soldiers to the Pacific archipelago to “protect the safety of Chinese personnel and major projects in Solomon Islands.”
In Australia, there are fears that the agreement could lead to Beijing establishing a permanent military presence or bases in the Pacific Island country.
Australia and New Zealand have been the Solomon Islands’ traditional defense partners and aid donors. » | Phil Mercer | Saturday, March 26, 2022
Salomonen wollen enger mit China kooperieren: Die Salomonen streben eine Sicherheitskooperation mit China an. Australien und Neuseeland sind alarmiert. Sie fürchten eine militärische Präsenz Pekings im Südpazifik. »
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Russenfeindlichkeit in Deutschland - und wie Putins Propaganda sie ausschlachtet | Frontal
Mar 29, 2022 • Der Krieg in der Ukraine hat auch Folgen für die russischstämmige Community in Deutschland – und führt zudem zu Konflikten im Miteinander zwischen russischsprachigen Menschen, die hier leben. All das schlachtet Putin dann für seine Propaganda aus.
Immer häufiger kommt es zu Übergriffen und Anfeindungen in Straßen, Restaurants und Schulen gegen Menschen aus Russland oder mit russischen Wurzeln. Besorgt über diese Entwicklung zeigt sich auch die Antirassismus-Beauftragte der Bundesregierung, Reem Alabali-Radovan: "Teilweise trauen sich Menschen nicht mehr, Russisch auf der Straße zu sprechen." Es gebe Angriffe auf russische Lebensmittelmärkte, und Kinder würden in der Schule beleidigt werden, so die SPD-Politikerin.
Laut Bundesinnenministerium haben die Länder seit Kriegsbeginn sowohl mögliche russen- als auch ukrainefeindliche Straftaten an das Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) gemeldet. In Berlin ermittelt der zuständige Staatsschutz im Landeskriminalamt (LKA) nach einem Brandanschlag auf die deutsch-russische Internationale Lomonossow-Schule in Berlin-Marzahn und Flaschenwürfen auf eine russisch-orthodoxe Kirche in Berlin-Charlottenburg, in der zurzeit Ukraine-Geflüchtete untergebracht sind.
Immer häufiger kommt es zu Übergriffen und Anfeindungen in Straßen, Restaurants und Schulen gegen Menschen aus Russland oder mit russischen Wurzeln. Besorgt über diese Entwicklung zeigt sich auch die Antirassismus-Beauftragte der Bundesregierung, Reem Alabali-Radovan: "Teilweise trauen sich Menschen nicht mehr, Russisch auf der Straße zu sprechen." Es gebe Angriffe auf russische Lebensmittelmärkte, und Kinder würden in der Schule beleidigt werden, so die SPD-Politikerin.
Laut Bundesinnenministerium haben die Länder seit Kriegsbeginn sowohl mögliche russen- als auch ukrainefeindliche Straftaten an das Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) gemeldet. In Berlin ermittelt der zuständige Staatsschutz im Landeskriminalamt (LKA) nach einem Brandanschlag auf die deutsch-russische Internationale Lomonossow-Schule in Berlin-Marzahn und Flaschenwürfen auf eine russisch-orthodoxe Kirche in Berlin-Charlottenburg, in der zurzeit Ukraine-Geflüchtete untergebracht sind.
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