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Russia’s Use of INF-Banned Missiles in Ukraine Sparks Global Alarm

                                                      File photo: The two leaders met in Alaska earlier this year Russia has reportedly deployed the 9M729 ground-launched cruise missile —a weapon once banned under the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty —against Ukraine, marking its first confirmed use in combat. The missile, capable of carrying either nuclear or conventional warheads, has an estimated range of up to 2,500 kilometers , far exceeding the 500 km limit once imposed by the treaty. Background The INF Treaty , signed in 1987 by U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, prohibited ground-launched missiles with ranges between 500 and 5,500 kilometers. However, U.S. officials accused Russia of secretly developing the 9M729 in violation of the pact. This dispute ultimately led Presiden...
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Trump’s Misleading Outrage: The Truth About Barron’s Graduation Ban

Former President Donald Trump recently expressed frustration over the possibility of missing his son Barron’s high school graduation due to his ongoing criminal trial. However, let’s set the record straight on what the judge actually said.

The Situation:

  • Trump’s trial centers around allegations that he paid porn actor Stormy Daniels to keep quiet about their alleged affair before the 2016 election.
  • Judge Juan Merchan received requests from Trump’s attorneys to allow him to skip trial proceedings on May 17, the same day as Barron’s graduation.

What the Judge Really Said:

  • Judge Merchan did not outright deny Trump’s request to attend Barron’s graduation.
  • He stated that it might be possible for Trump to attend the celebration, but it would depend on how the trial progresses.
  • Merchan warned that Trump could face arrest if he misses court or disrupts trial proceedings.

Trump’s Spin:

  • Trump spun the situation into an attack on what he called a “scam” trial against him.
  • His eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., labeled it “pure evil.”
  • Eric Trump criticized Merchan as “truly heartless” for not allowing a father to attend his son’s graduation.

Critics’ Perspective:

  • Critics pointed out that defendants shouldn’t receive special privileges.
  • Trump’s disingenuous spin whipped up anger on the right, even among his other sons, Don Jr. and Eric.

In summary, while Trump’s outrage may have grabbed headlines, the truth is more nuanced. Judge Merchan didn’t outright ban Trump from attending Barron’s graduation; he simply emphasized the importance of court proceedings. The situation remains fluid, and we’ll see how it unfolds as the trial continues.

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