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Russian Media Celebrates U.S.-Russia Talks, Frames Putin as Key Player
Russian state media is portraying recent high-level talks between the U.S. and Russia in Saudi Arabia as a major diplomatic victory for Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin’s media outlets are emphasizing the sidelining of European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reinforcing narratives that Moscow and Washington alone will shape any potential end to the war in Ukraine. Additionally, Russian media is highlighting a recent phone call between Donald Trump and Putin, suggesting a growing alignment between the two leaders on global affairs. Kremlin insiders are reportedly focused on ensuring Putin appears dominant in any future negotiations.➡ Read More (Politico EU Rating)
Trump Clashes with AP Over Renaming the Gulf of Mexico
President Trump is in a standoff with The Associated Press over his recent executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.” The AP continues to use the body of water’s internationally recognized name, prompting the White House to restrict the news agency’s access to presidential events. Press freedom organizations have criticized the move, arguing that it represents government overreach in dictating language use by the media. Trump defended his position, stating, “They’re doing us no favors, and I guess I’m not doing them any favors.” ➡ Read More (The Hill Rating)
Elon Musk’s X Faces Accusations of Political Bias in Germany and Turkey
Elon Musk’s social media platform X is under scrutiny for its selective compliance with government demands in different countries. In Germany, X has resisted court-ordered transparency obligations under the EU’s Digital Services Act, preventing researchers from monitoring potential election interference. Critics point to Musk’s public support of Germany’s far-right AfD party as a possible factor. Meanwhile, X has swiftly complied with Turkish government requests to block accounts of journalists and opposition figures, raising concerns over political favoritism. Analysts argue that Musk is leveraging the platform to maintain strategic relationships with world leaders who can benefit his business interests. ➡ Read More (Social Media Today Rating)
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