Russia's War in Ukraine: Unprecedented Cash and Increased Crude Purchases Amid Bipartisan Support for International Security Assistance

Avdiivka, Ukraine Russian Federation
India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, according to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers.
Speaker Mike Johnson has balked at sending it to the House floor.
With bipartisan support, the Democratic-controlled Senate approved a spending package of $95 billion for international security assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan.
Russia's War in Ukraine: Unprecedented Cash and Increased Crude Purchases Amid Bipartisan Support for International Security Assistance

Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers. India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, according to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). With bipartisan support, the Democratic-controlled Senate approved a spending package of $95 billion for international security assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. However Speaker Mike Johnson has balked at sending it to the House floor.


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Confidence

100%

No Doubts Found At Time Of Publication

Sources

78%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Biden says he's considering additional sanctions on Russia over Alexey Navalny's death

CBS News Site: https://www.cbsnews.com/articles/about-us/ Caitlin Yilek Tuesday, 20 February 2024 08:35
  • Unique Points
    • Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers.
    • India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, according to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
    • The value of these oil product exports rises significantly once US allies that are also enforcing sanctions against Russia are included.
  • Accuracy
    • The United States led a coalition of countries in late 2022 that agreed to a “price cap,” undertaking not to buy Russian crude above $60 a barrel.
    • India's complex role in global oil trade is also reflected in the fate of the oil products Russian crude is turned into. Some of these products are exported to the US and other countries signed up to sanctions on Russian oil, which are not covered by sanctions.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that President Biden said he was considering additional sanctions against Russia over Alexey Navalny's death when in fact there is no evidence of this statement being made by Mr. Biden.
    • Fallacies (85%)
      The article contains several fallacies. Firstly, the author uses an appeal to authority when quoting President Biden's statement that he is considering additional sanctions against Russia over Alexey Navalny's death. This is a form of informal fallacy as it assumes that the president's statement must be true without any evidence or reasoning provided to support it. Secondly, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when quoting Yulia Navalnaya accusing Russian authorities of hiding her husband's body and delaying handing over his body to allow for traces of poison to disappear. This is a form of informal fallacy as it assumes that the accusation must be true without any evidence or reasoning provided to support it. Lastly, the author uses an appeal to emotion when quoting President Biden saying that he hopes so but is not sure if Navalny's death will convince House Republicans to hold a vote on more Ukraine aid. This is a form of informal fallacy as it assumes that the reader must feel sympathy for President Biden and his statement without any evidence or reasoning provided to support it.
      • President Biden said Monday he is weighing additional sanctions against Russia over the death of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny.
    • Bias (100%)
      None Found At Time Of Publication
    • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
      Caitlin Yilek has a conflict of interest on the topic of Alexey Navalny as she is reporting for CBS News which is owned by Viacom. Viacom owns several companies that have business interests in Russia including Paramount Global and MTV Networks.
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication

      79%

      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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      The Kremlin has never been richer – thanks to a US strategic partner

      CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Nick Paton Monday, 19 February 2024 07:11
      • Unique Points
        • Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers.
        • India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, according to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
        • The United States led a coalition of countries in late 2022 that agreed to a “price cap,” undertaking not to buy Russian crude above $60 a barrel.
        • India's complex role in global oil trade is also reflected in the fate of the oil products Russian crude is turned into. Some of these products are exported to the US and other countries signed up to sanctions on Russian oil, which are not covered by sanctions.
        • The value of these oil product exports rises significantly once US allies that are also enforcing sanctions against Russia are included.
      • Accuracy
        • India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts.
      • Deception (80%)
        The article reports that Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers. This increase in revenue can be attributed to the sale of crude oil to India last year, which was worth over $37 billion. The analysis by CREA shows that some of this crude oil was refined by India and then exported as oil products worth more than $1 billion to the United States. This flow of payments ultimately benefits Moscow's benefit, despite sanctions on Russia's invasion of Ukraine reducing Western buyers' purchases of Russian crude. The article also reports that some shipments may involve the so-called 'shadow fleet,' which is a complex trade off the Greek port of Gythio where two oil tankers performed a ship-to-ship transfer, passing crude oil between vessels with the aim of disguising its origin and ultimate destination. This practice adds multiple layers to the shell game of vessels as they try to confuse authorities about where this oil is coming from and who's buying it at the end of the day.
        • Russia has entered its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers, bolstered by a record $37 billion of crude oil sales to India last year.
      • Fallacies (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Bias (85%)
        The article reports that Russia is entering its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers. This is due to a record $37 billion of crude oil sales to India last year, which accounts for over 13 times the pre-war amounts. The analysis by CREA concludes that some of this crude was refined by India and then exported to the United States as oil products worth more than $1 billion. This flow of payments ultimately benefits Moscow's benefit, despite sanctions on Russia's invasion of Ukraine reducing Western buyers' purchases of Russian crude. The article also reports that two oil tankers were involved in a ship-to-ship transfer off the Greek coast earlier this month, which is likely part of Russia's shadow fleet to disguise its trading partners and maximize profits. This trade involves complex routes and opaque ownership, making it difficult for authorities to determine where Russian crude is coming from or who is buying it at the end of the day.
        • <em>Two oil tankers</em> were involved in a ship-to-ship transfer off the Greek coast earlier this month, which is likely part of Russia's shadow fleet to disguise its trading partners and maximize profits
          • India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, accounting for $37 billion worth of sales last year
            • Russia entered its third year of war in Ukraine with an unprecedented amount of cash in government coffers
            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
              The authors of the article have a conflict of interest with Russia and Ukraine as they are reporting on their invasion. They also have a financial tie to India through crude oil sales.
              • [Indian-based company accused of involvement in sanctions violations]
                • [individual subject to separate US sanctions]
                  • New Delhi stepping in to replace crude purchases by Western buyers reduced by sanctions over Russia's invasion of Ukraine,
                  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                    The author Nick Paton Walsh and Florence Davey-Attlee have conflicts of interest on the topics Russia, Ukraine, war, crude oil sales to India and sanctions violations. The article mentions that some of the crude was refined by India and then exported to the United States as oil products worth more than $1 billion.

                    90%

                    The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                    (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                    CNN reporter asks Biden if Navalny's blood is 'on the hands of House Republicans' for blocking Ukraine aid

                    Fox News Media Joseph Wulfsohn Tuesday, 20 February 2024 08:38
                    • Unique Points
                      • President Biden expressed hope as well as doubt that anything would change regarding the passage of Ukraine aid after being asked by CNN correspondent MJ Lee about the role of House Republicans in Navalny's death.
                      • India increased its purchases of Russian crude by over 13 times its pre-war amounts, according to the analysis by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA).
                      • With bipartisan support, the Democratic-controlled Senate approved a spending package of $95 billion for international security assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. However Speaker Mike Johnson has balked at sending it to the House floor.
                    • Accuracy
                      • Speaker Mike Johnson has balked at sending it to the House floor for a vote in part because former President Donald Trump opposes it.
                    • Deception (100%)
                      None Found At Time Of Publication
                    • Fallacies (85%)
                      The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy by suggesting that President Biden agrees with the CNN reporter's statement. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing the question as 'absurd'. Additionally, there is a dichotomous depiction of House Republicans and their actions in relation to Ukraine aid.
                      • President Biden said "They're making a big mistake not responding."
                      • Critics railed against the CNN reporter's question on social media.
                    • Bias (85%)
                      The CNN reporter asked President Biden if House Republicans have blood on their hands for blocking Ukraine aid. This is a highly biased question as it implies that the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was directly caused by GOP lawmakers not passing more aid to Ukraine. The statement also suggests that sending more money to Ukraine would stop Putin killing political opponents, which is an absurd claim with no evidence supporting it.
                      • A reporter for CNN suggested that House Republicans have blood on their hands following the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny
                        • CNN correspondent MJ Lee asked President Biden whether Alexei Navalny's blood is 'on the hands of House Republicans'
                        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                          None Found At Time Of Publication
                        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                          None Found At Time Of Publication

                        79%

                        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                        'Additional sanctions' against Russia being considered after Navalny death, says Biden

                        USA Today Monday, 19 February 2024 00:00
                        • Unique Points
                          • President Biden is considering additional sanctions on Russia for the death of Alexei Navalny.
                          • Navalny died in an Arctic Circle maximum-security prison after being poisoned. He had previously survived a poisoning attempt and spent months in isolation cells.
                          • Biden has been urging Congress to approve $60 billion in security funding for Ukraine two years into Putin's invasion and war.
                        • Accuracy
                          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                        • Deception (50%)
                          The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that President Biden has already imposed sanctions on Russia for Navalny's death when no such sanctions have been announced by the US government. Secondly, the author quotes Putin as saying 'and his thugs,' which implies that he was directly responsible for Navalny's death despite evidence suggesting otherwise. Thirdly, the article uses sensationalist language like 'additional sanctions' and 'brutality' to create a sense of urgency without providing any concrete information about what these additional sanctions would entail or how they would be effective in holding Russia accountable for Navalny's death.
                          • The author claims that President Biden has already imposed sanctions on Russia for Navalny's death when no such sanctions have been announced by the US government. This is a lie by omission as there are no examples of deception in this article.
                        • Fallacies (75%)
                          The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when President Biden states that the U.S. is considering additional sanctions on Russia for Navalny's death and that Putin is responsible for his death without providing any evidence or citing sources.
                          • ]We already have sanctions, but we are considering additional sanctions, yes.
                        • Bias (85%)
                          The article contains a statement from President Biden that the US is considering additional sanctions on Russia for the death of Alexei Navalny. This statement alone indicates bias towards imposing more economic pressure on Russia.
                          • ]We already have sanctions, but we are considering additional sanctions, yes.
                          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                            None Found At Time Of Publication
                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                            None Found At Time Of Publication

                          73%

                          The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                          (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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                          Biden Considering New Russia Sanctions After Navalny Death

                          Voice of America VOA News Monday, 19 February 2024 18:39
                          • Unique Points
                            • President Biden is considering additional sanctions against Russia over the death of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny.
                            • Russian opposition activist and outspoken Putin critic Alexei Navalny died while in custody last week, sparking international outrage.
                          • Accuracy
                            • Biden is considering additional sanctions against Moscow following Navalny's death.
                            • Navalny died last week and his death comes as Biden struggles to push a $95 billion package of international security assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan through Congress over the opposition of numerous Republican lawmakers.
                            • With bipartisan support, the Democratic-controlled Senate approved the spending package, but Speaker Mike Johnson has balked at sending it to the House floor for a vote in part because former President Donald Trump opposes it.
                            • Johnson has complained that there are no new controls to block influx of illegal migrants crossing from Mexico into US and demanded meeting with Biden on this issue.
                            • Biden swiped at Republican lawmakers for not continuing to fund Ukraine's two-year fight against Russia, saying they were walking away from the threat of Russia.
                            • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russian is exploiting delays in military aid to Ukraine and intensified U.S.'s reactions on whether $60 billion in military aid for Ukraine could allow Kyiv to push back Russian advances and steal Moscow's momentum.
                            • Biden tied the loss of Avdiivka, a stronghold of Ukrainian forces, with stalled US aid for Ukraine in a phone conversation with Zelenskyy on Saturday.
                            • Despite overwhelming support by most Democrats and almost half congressional Republicans, Johnson insists he won't be crushed into approving foreign aid package.
                            • Democratic Senator Michael Bennet advocated for the aid saying it should be sent to House for approval so that Ukrainians can get what they need urgently.
                            • Senator J.D. Vance argued that U.S.'s manufacturing capacity has its limits and America cannot send level of weaponry needed to change reality on battlefield.
                          • Deception (50%)
                            The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Biden is considering additional sanctions against Moscow following Navalny's death when there was no mention of any new sanctions being considered by the White House. Secondly, the author quotes Johnson as saying he won't be crushed into approving foreign aid for Ukraine despite overwhelming support from most Democrats and almost half of Congress Republicans, which is not true. Thirdly, the article contains a statement that Russia is exploiting delays in military aid to Ukraine when there was no mention of any such delay in the previous sentence.
                            • Johnson has been demanding a meeting with Biden on the issue, and the president, who strongly favors more Ukraine aid, said Monday he would be willing to meet with the House speaker.
                            • The author claims that Biden is considering additional sanctions against Moscow following Navalny's death when there was no mention of any new sanctions being considered by the White House.
                            • The author quotes Johnson as saying he won't be crushed into approving foreign aid for Ukraine despite overwhelming support from most Democrats and almost half of Congress Republicans when there was no mention of such a statement in previous sentences.
                          • Fallacies (75%)
                            The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the death of Alexey Navalny as a result of Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions. This is an example of an appeal to authority fallacy, where the author assumes that because Putin is responsible for Navalny's death, he must be guilty. The article also contains examples of dichotomous depictions when describing Ukraine and Russia as being on opposite sides in terms of their relationship with NATO. This is an example of a false dilemma fallacy, where the author presents only two options when there may be more than one possible solution.
                            • The death of Alexey Navalny was caused by Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions.
                          • Bias (85%)
                            The article contains a statement from US President Joe Biden that he is considering additional sanctions against Russia following the death of imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny. This implies bias towards imposing economic pressure on Russia through sanctions.
                            • ]Sure I'd be happy to meet with him, if he has anything to say[
                              • The way they’re walking away from the threat of Russia. The way they’re walking away from NATO. The way they’re walking away from meeting our obligations ... I haven’t seen anything like it[
                              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                                None Found At Time Of Publication
                              • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                The author has a conflict of interest on the topics of Russia and Ukraine as they are directly related to US foreign policy. The article mentions that Biden is considering new sanctions against Russia after Navalny's death which could have an impact on US-Russia relations.