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Google Air Raid Alerts System

March 12, 2022

An Air Raid Alerts system is being rolled out by Google on Android phones in Ukraine. This system will act as a supplement to Ukraine’s existing air raid alert systems and will be based on the government provided alerts. Overview: ..

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CERN- European Organization for Nuclear Research

March 10, 2022

CERN is the European Organization for Nuclear Research where scientists probe the fundamental structure of the universe. About CERN CERN was established in 1954. It has 23 member states. 22 members are European countries. Israel is the only non-European nation ..

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EU Temporary Protection Directive

March 9, 2022

The European Commission decided to activate the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) to offer assistance to people fleeing Ukraine, amid the Russian invasion. About temporary protection Under Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) of 2001, “temporary protection” is described as an “exceptional measure ..

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Suspension of Card Services in Russia

March 8, 2022

Due to US sanctions imposed on Moscow as a result of the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, American card network operators Mastercard, Visa, and American Express have suspended their services in Russia. Overview: Any cards that have been issued globally by ..

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Humanitarian Corridors

March 7, 2022

Humanitarian corridors are set up during the armed conflict by announcing temporary ceasefire. About Humanitarian corridors Humanitarian corridors are demilitarized zones, mainly set up to provide relief for civilians during an armed conflict. They are established in a specific area ..

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Cyber Armageddon

March 7, 2022

At the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many parts of Europe have been cut off from the internet after it encountered massive “cyberattacks”. Overview: Military and cyber experts fear that the Russian-Ukrainian conflict would lead to cyberattacks, resulting in ..

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