Trump flip flops on Russia amid praise and denials
President Trump swings between acknowledging Russian election interference and calling it a hoax. He cites Obama and argues the Russia issue may be overblown while allies press for a firmer stance. The dispute follows Mueller related pleas from Flynn and Papadopoulos and continued questions about Carter Page wiretapping.
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Study finds fake posts soar in global disinformation push
An Oxford University study links Russia and others to a worldwide social media blitz influencing elections in at least 48 countries. It notes about $500 million spent since 2010 on research and operations, warns that disinformation threatens trust in media and institutions.
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Israel Helps Evacuate White Helmets From Syria
Israel led a first of its kind rescue with U S and European partners to move 422 White Helmets volunteers from near the Syrian border to Jordan for resettlement in Europe and Canada. The operation drew praise from Netanyahu and the U S State Department while urging Syria and Russia to protect civilians.
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