The accusations by Russia and the United States in the UN Security Council about the war in Ukraine and the blocking of Telegram in Brazil are among the highlights of the night of this Friday, March 18, 2022.
Biden and Xi Jinping Talk
The presidents of the United States and China spoke by videoconference about the war in Ukraine. Xi Jinping told Joe Biden that the conflict is in no one’s interests.
UN Security Council meeting
The UN Security Council met this Friday (18). Russia has again accused the United States of developing biological weapons and funding projects in Ukrainian laboratories. The US representative accused Russia of using the Council to spread disinformation.
protest in Lviv
More than a hundred baby carriages were placed in the main square of Lviv, Ukraine, during a protest. They symbolize the deaths of children during the war.
Macron talks to Putin
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed “extreme concern” about Mariupol in conversation with Vladimir Putin. The city has been hit by bombings in recent days. According to the Élysée Palace, the call between the presidents of France and Russia lasted just over an hour.
Telegram blocking
Minister Alexandre de Moraes, of the Federal Supreme Court (STF), determined the blocking of Telegram in Brazil. The decision was made at the request of the Federal Police. In case of non-compliance with the decision, a daily fine of R$ 100 thousand was established.
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Source: CNN Brasil
