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Weekend Update #68. Ukrainians Withdraw from Avdiivka

Phillips’s Newsletter • 124 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine US Public Opinion
  1. The Ukrainians withdrew from Avdiivka after holding out for more than 4 months against Russian attacks, showing the impact of losing support from their main partner.
  2. US public support for aiding Ukraine remains strong, with a majority wanting to continue supporting Ukraine despite attempts to spin poll results in a negative light.
  3. A large majority of Americans are concerned about the war in Ukraine, anticipate it lasting years longer, and support ongoing aid to Ukraine, showcasing consistent public backing for these efforts.

The war in Ukraine is a giant disaster and Putin should not be valorized for it

Michael Tracey • 122 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Russia Ukraine NATO War Power Dynamics
  1. The ongoing war in Ukraine is seen as a huge disaster, and there are concerns about the support for Putin and his actions that led to this conflict.
  2. There has been a noticeable shift from simply understanding Russia's grievances to actively endorsing and supporting them, especially in the context of the war in Ukraine.
  3. Criticism is voiced against the exaltation of Putin and the belief that his invasion of Ukraine was morally justified, with a call for a critical view of all parties involved in the conflict.

Europe's Mess

Pieter’s Newsletter • 137 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Europe Protests Elections Ukraine Government
  1. Farmers across Europe are protesting due to rising fuel costs, inflation, and other challenges.
  2. Right-of-center and populist parties are gaining strength in EU elections, challenging the EU's authority.
  3. The war in Ukraine continues with internal divisions and slow military aid, raising concerns about Russia's strength and NATO's stability.

Ukraine Conflict Monitor - 03 February – 09 February 2024

Ukraine Conflict Monitor • 117 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Conflict
  1. Russian advances continued in Ukraine, capturing territory but facing local Ukrainian counterattacks due to shortages of ammunition and manpower.
  2. Russians targeted Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and conducted cross-border operations, with small advances in various key areas.
  3. The Southern Direction saw marginal gains for both sides, while Ukrainian positions near Krynky on Dnipro's left bank were maintained successfully.
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World roundup: September 12 2023

Foreign Exchanges • 648 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Syria Iraq Lebanon Japan Sudan Russia Ukraine Mexico United States
  1. Syrian Democratic Forces faced resistance in eastern Syria's Deir Ezzor province despite claiming control
  2. Iraq relocating Iranian Kurdish opposition to comply with agreement, amid threat of Iranian attacks
  3. Japanese government appoints active duty official to defense attache in Taiwan, potentially escalating tensions with China

Better than expected economic data; Xi and Lukashenko; 2nd Plenum and upcoming reforms; Bao Fan; Canada-PRC

Sinocism • 1159 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics China Russia Canada Ukraine International relations
  1. The economy is rebounding faster than expected post-Covid.
  2. Xi and Lukashenko met to discuss promoting peace talks and urging a political resolution regarding Ukraine.
  3. Upcoming reforms in China may involve strengthening centralized leadership and shifting key offices.

Ukrainians sink another valuable Russian warship

Phillips’s Newsletter • 86 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Conflict Ukraine Russia Military
  1. Ukrainians have successfully hit and sunk multiple valuable Russian warships in recent months, showcasing potential technological advancements or weaknesses in the Russian Navy.
  2. The reliability of Ukrainian claims regarding attacks on large Russian warships have been largely accurate, with visible evidence backing their actions.
  3. The recent sinking of the Russian Ropucha Class landing vessel, Caesar Kunikov, marks the third such incident within the span of seven months, indicating a consistent trend.

The New York Times Runs a Bad Article on Globalization

Drezner’s World • 864 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Globalization Inequality Ukraine China Cold War
  1. The New York Times article on globalization was criticized for lacking evidence and exaggerating vulnerabilities
  2. Globalization has contributed to reducing global inequality, particularly due to the economic rise of China
  3. Fears about the negative impacts of global supply chains during the pandemic were largely exaggerated

Links for 2024-01-25

Axis of Ordinary • 117 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
đź•ą Technology AI Miscellaneous Ukraine
  1. AI advancements are being made in realistic video generation, orchestration of robotic agents, and text-to-image generation.
  2. CAR T cells could be engineered to combat aging, revealing potential in using them for more than just cancer treatments.
  3. Historical narratives are often shaped by the perspectives of those in power, rather than the marginalized or oppressed.

Ukraine: Through the Gloom

Comment is Freed • 116 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Conflict
  1. Narratives of Ukrainian or Russian victories in the Russo-Ukraine War often swing dramatically, leading to unpredictability in the conflict.
  2. Ukraine faces challenges like ammunition shortages, worn-out troops, and waning international support amidst the ongoing war.
  3. The US aid package is crucial for Ukraine's defense, as the disparity in munitions could impact the outcome of the war.

Two Different Languages

Phillips’s Newsletter • 59 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Ukraine Europe Russia USA
  1. There is a noticeable shift in European discourse regarding the Ukraine war, with a growing emphasis on the need for Ukraine to win against Russia.
  2. The longer the war persists and the more atrocities Russia commits, the more resistance there is to the idea of Putin achieving a victory in Europe.
  3. While there may not be a complete consensus on the matter, there is a clear trend in European sentiment towards the conflict.

Links for 2024-01-20

Axis of Ordinary • 98 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
đź•ą Technology AI Science Politics Ukraine
  1. Self-rewarding language models could lead to superhuman feedback in AI.
  2. New advancements in science and technology include brain implants for high-resolution brain activity monitoring.
  3. Recent events in Ukraine show increasing tensions and technological developments in warfare.

TL;DRussia Weekend Roundup

TL;DRussia • 530 implied HN points • 22 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Russia Economy Military Sanctions Ukraine
  1. The focus of the newsletter is on analyzing current events in Russia, particularly related to figures like Evgeny Prigozhin and Igor Girkin.
  2. The author discusses the Kremlin's approach to solving economic challenges, such as tax laws for non-resident citizens and interest rate hikes by the Central Bank.
  3. There is a comparison made between the analysis methods of the CIA Director and the author, emphasizing the importance of understanding immediate responses over relying solely on past patterns.

Links for 2024-01-15

Axis of Ordinary • 78 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🔬 Science AI Technology Politics Ukraine
  1. AI topics include reinforcement learning, OpenMind Research Institute, and AI chips.
  2. Science and Technology discusses banking systems still using COBOL and new high-performance nanostructures for obtaining Hydrogen with solar energy.
  3. In Politics, China is moving towards a 'first-strike' capability with weapons of mass destruction.

Links for 2024-01-13

Axis of Ordinary • 78 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
đź•ą Technology AI Science Psychology Politics Ukraine
  1. AI chatbots exhibit distinct behaviors from humans, often leaning towards altruism and cooperation.
  2. Advancements in AI technology like Amazon's self-talk dialogue agents and generative AI-powered experiences are being developed.
  3. In the science and technology realm, studies on the early universe, geothermal power in Iceland, and lab-grown hybrid life forms raise intriguing questions.