$26,000 to fight for Russia: How Moscow recruits Americans via TikTok and Telegram

$26,000 to fight for Russia: How Moscow recruits Americans via TikTok and Telegram

File photo: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives for a wreath-laying ceremony surrounded by Russian military personnels Russia is increasingly turning to foreign recruits to replenish its forces fighting in Ukraine, with at least 18 Americans identified as having joined the Russian military, according to Ukrainian officials cited by the New York Post. US recruits are … Read more

Why was Telegram briefly removed from Apple App Store? Netizens blame Epstein tweet

Telegram app logo is seen in this illustration taken June 19, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration (REUTERS)

Telegram briefly disappeared from Apple App Store search results worldwide, leaving users confused and sparking a wave of online speculation. The messaging platform was later restored, but Apple has not provided a reason for the temporary removal. Telegram app logo is seen in this illustration taken June 19, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration (REUTERS) The app’s dedicated … Read more