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Hearst Television pulls local channels for Dish customers
Hearst Television pulls local channels for Dish customers
Dish Network said on Friday Hearst Television removed customers' access to 37 local channels in 27 markets after
2023-09-09 02:49
HasanAbi pledges to fund legal action against Adin Ross amid copyright drama
HasanAbi pledges to fund legal action against Adin Ross amid copyright drama
The basis of HasanAbi's most recent complaint against Aydin Ross is a video in which the Kick streamer boasts about robbing another streamer for using part of his video
1970-01-01 08:00
Putin ‘looked paralyzed and unable to act’ as Wagner coup unfolded
Putin ‘looked paralyzed and unable to act’ as Wagner coup unfolded
Vladimir Putin was reportedly left “paralysed” when the Wagner coup began and no orders were given that day. The mercenary group launched its short-lived mutiny on 24 June, driving its forces towards the Kremlin and preaching open rebellion against Russia’s military leadership – only to abandon its mission just hours later. Now, security officials from Ukraine and other parts of Europe have spoken out, claiming the Russian president was unable to act when he first heard the news. According to intelligence assessments shared with the Washington Post, Mr Putin got a warning from Russian security services that the leader of the Wagner Group Yevgeniy Prigozhin was possibly planning a rebellion, two or three days before it began. But while security was increased at some strategic facilities, such as the Kremlin, including increasing the presidential guard and handing out more weapons, no other action was taken in response to the threat. One European security official, who wished to remain anonymous, told the Washington Post: “Putin had time to take the decision to liquidate [the rebellion] and arrest the organisers. “Then when it began to happen, there was paralysis on all levels … There was absolute dismay and confusion. For a long time, they did not know how to react.” This account of the standoff, which is being viewed as one of the most severe threats to Mr Putin’s presidency in 23 years of his rule, has reportedly been corroborated by officials in Western governments. It’s also consistent with the public comments from William J. Burns, the CIA director, who said that for the majority of the 36 hours when the coup was happening, the military, security services and decision-makers “appeared to be adrift”. According to the analysis, Mr Putin’s indecision shows his fear of countering a warlord like Mr Prigozhin. The Wagner Group leader had played an essential role in the Kremlin’s global ambitions, having previously run troll farms which disseminated disinformation in the US and paramilitary operations in the Middle East and Africa. He then took up the Wagner leader position in the war against Ukraine. But Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, denied the “paralysis” claims, telling the Washington Post, they were made by “people who have zero information”. European security officials added that Mr Putin’s lack of direction meant local officials were then left to decide what to do. Acting without any clear orders, local military decided not to try to stop the Wagner troops, which were heavily armed, as they advanced towards Moscow. Such lack of action led some people to believe the Wagner troops were acting with at least some agreement from the Kremlin. This was despite Mr Putin’s televised address on 24 June saying he promised there would be tough action against the rebels. The way the events unfolded also shows serious cracks and a worsening divide in Russia’s military and security over how the Ukraine war is being handled. Many individuals in the upper sections of the military and security services have reportedly shown support for Mr Prigozhin’s efforts to overturn Russia’s military leadership. Critics of Russia’s president say his lack of direction during the rebellion has left him a lot weaker. Former colonel in the Russian security services and now an opposition politician in exile, Gennady Gudkov, told the Washington Post: “Putin showed himself to be a person who is not able to make serious, important and quick decisions in critical situations. He just hid.” A month after the coup, thousands of Wagner group mercenaries have arrived in Belarus, prompting Nato member Poland to reinforce its eastern border against the “potential threat” they pose. Between 3,450 and 3,650 soldiers have travelled to a camp close to Asipovichy, a town 230 kilometres (140 miles) north of the Ukrainian border, according to Belaruski Hajun, an activist group that tracks troop movements within the country. Read More Why are Wagner mercenaries in Belarus – and would they try to invade Poland? Russia-Ukraine war – live: Putin launches fresh drone strikes on Kyiv as air raid sirens wail across capital Putin signs off law banning Russians from changing gender in latest blow to LGBT+ community The Body in the Woods | An Independent TV Original Documentary The harrowing discovery at centre of The Independent’s new documentary
2023-07-26 03:19
Haley Pullos: 'General Hospital' star arrested for DUI after she rammed car into another vehicle on freeway, severely injuring a woman
Haley Pullos: 'General Hospital' star arrested for DUI after she rammed car into another vehicle on freeway, severely injuring a woman
Haley Pullos was unable to exit the car following the accident and was extracted by a firefighter into an ambulance
2023-05-18 05:16
Former Sheffield United and Everton defender Phil Jagielka announces retirement
Former Sheffield United and Everton defender Phil Jagielka announces retirement
Former England defender Phil Jagielka has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 41. Jagielka has decided the bring the curtain down on his career after making over 800 appearances across 23 years. Jagielka started his career with Sheffield United and spent eight season with the Blades before moving to Everton in 2007. He would go on to spend 12 years at Goodison Park and became club captain in 2013, but returned to the Blades after being released by the Toffees in 2019. Jagielka spent two seasons back at Bramall Lane following the club’s promotion to the Premier League before spending six months at Derby, while he finished his career with Stoke. Jagielka won 40 caps for England between 2008 and 2016 and featured at Euro 2012 and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. It's been an absolute honour to step onto the grass for every match Phil Jagielka Announcing his retirement on Instagram, Jagielka wrote: “All good things come to an end and after just over 800 appearances my playing career is done. “Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I would get to play football at the highest level for some amazing clubs as well as my country. “It’s been an absolute honour to step onto the grass for every match and I have so many people to thank for that.” Read More Bruno Fernandes excited for ‘amazing’ atmosphere at Galatasaray Man City unveil statue of club greats Mike Summerbee, Colin Bell and Francis Lee Football rumours: Juventus eyeing swoop for Thomas Partey
2023-11-28 21:29
Gaza strikes: Hamas-run health ministry says 700 killed in 24 hours
Gaza strikes: Hamas-run health ministry says 700 killed in 24 hours
Hamas-run ministry says deadliest Israeli strikes in war have pushed total killed to nearly 5,800
2023-10-24 22:33
3 dead as heavy rains in northern Italy burst riverbanks, flood towns
3 dead as heavy rains in northern Italy burst riverbanks, flood towns
Officials in northern Italy are warning residents to get to higher ground amid fears that rain-swollen rivers could again burst their banks
2023-05-17 15:16
Vietnam Says Builder Bilked 42,000 Investors of $1.2 Billion
Vietnam Says Builder Bilked 42,000 Investors of $1.2 Billion
Vietnam police are seeking assistance from investors in an ongoing investigation into real estate firm Van Thinh Phat
2023-10-03 08:46
Prosecutors say cheek swab from Gilgo Beach murder suspect adds to evidence of guilt
Prosecutors say cheek swab from Gilgo Beach murder suspect adds to evidence of guilt
Prosecutors say DNA from Gilgo Beach serial killing suspect Rex Heuermann’s cheek swab matches the DNA that authorities had previously collected from a pizza crust and used to link Heuermann to one of the victims
2023-09-28 03:35
Chaim Bloom left Red Sox fans with disappointing trade deadline again
Chaim Bloom left Red Sox fans with disappointing trade deadline again
Chaim Bloom provided Red Sox fans with quite a disappointment at the trade deadline. The Red Sox remained incredibly quiet and made few moves.The Red Sox found themselves in position to be buyers at the deadline.They're nine games out of the AL East lead but are only 2.5 games out of th...
2023-08-02 07:36
Why new fighting in Azerbaijan's troubled region may herald a new war
Why new fighting in Azerbaijan's troubled region may herald a new war
Azerbaijan’s launch of reportedly intense artillery firing in the Nagorno-Karabakh region has raised fears that another full-scale conflict with Armenia could be underway
2023-09-19 23:57
Charting the Global Economy: German Growth Outlook Deteriorates
Charting the Global Economy: German Growth Outlook Deteriorates
Germany suffered its first recession since the start of pandemic, extinguishing hopes that Europe’s top economy could escape
2023-05-27 17:00