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Russia Still Needs More Soldiers. The Kremlin Is Still Desperate To Avoid Mobilization

Many Russians feared the Kremlin would order a new mobilization after last month’s elections: to replenish decimated forces fighting in Ukraine. That hasn’t happened. But creative and coercive recruiting tactics – called “quiet” or “creeping” mobilization by some – continue nationwide.

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Ukraine Tests AI-Powered Drones As Debate Grows Over Autonomous Weapons

Ukraine is increasingly using artificial intelligence in drones and other battlefield systems to track, identify, and attack targets. Military officials say humans still remain in control of lethal decisions, but developers warn that fully autonomous weapons are moving closer to reality.

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Germany Starts Nord Stream 'War Crime' Trial With Prosecutors Blaming Ukrainian 'State Authorities'

After four years of speculation, leaks, and briefings by anonymous sources, the world is finally hearing evidence given publicly under oath in a German courtroom about how the Nord Stream gas pipelines were blown up -- in a case that could prove politically explosive.

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