Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine

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Why Luhansk and Donetsk are key to understanding the latest escalation in Ukraine Enlarge this image toggle caption Aleksey Filippov/AFP via Getty Images Aleksey Filippov/AFP via Getty Images In the latest flare-up of the crisis in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday recognized the independence of two breakaway regions in Ukraine's east as independent and ordered military forces to deploy there. Greeting the new government and Yanukovych's ouster as a coup, Putin sent troops into Crimea, a former Soviet republic that had been part of Ukraine since 1954. Enlarge this image toggle caption Aleksey Filippov/AFP via Getty Images Aleksey Filippov/AFP via Getty Images A 2014 referendum in the region found strong support among residents for secession from Ukraine, and a national presidential election in the spring was marred by obstruction and in some cases violence in the breakaway east, as clashes continued. Enlarge this image toggle caption Sergei Supinsky/AFP via Getty Images Sergei Supinsky/AFP via Getty Images Now the threat of major violence is looming again.

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Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?
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5 days, 6 hours ago

Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?

India Today  

Russia-Ukraine War: In a significant shift, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled a potential change in his approach to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking on Russian state TV, Putin declared that there are no preconditions for starting talks with Ukraine, adding that Moscow is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Putin made it clear …

Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin
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6 days, 6 hours ago

Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he was ready to compromise over Ukraine in possible talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on ending the war and had no conditions for starting talks with the Ukrainian authorities. "We have always said that we are ready for negotiations and compromises," Putin said, after saying that Russian forces, advancing across the …

Ukraine-Russia war map: Where Putin’s forces are making gains in eastern Ukraine
1 week, 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia war map: Where Putin’s forces are making gains in eastern Ukraine

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ukraine is battling against a …

Russian forces edge closer to a key eastern Ukraine city in ‘intense’ fighting, officials say
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1 week, 5 days ago

Russian forces edge closer to a key eastern Ukraine city in ‘intense’ fighting, officials say

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Fighting around the key eastern Ukraine city of Pokrovsk is “extremely intense” after a monthslong Russian push, Ukraine’s top military commander said, with analysts estimating Russian forces are now within just a few kilometers of the city. “Russian occupiers are throwing all available forces forward, attempting to break through the defenses of our troops,” Ukrainian army chief …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops

The Independent  

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019

Al Jazeera  

Here is the situation on Monday, December 9: We discussed important issues on the battlefield and in the global situation, from our frontlines to North Korea. I stated that we need a just and enduring… United States President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end “the madness”, prompting Zelenskyy and the …

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire

The Independent  

After Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, Western leaders repeated constantly that they would stand behind Kyiv “as long as it takes”, first as Ukraine struck back, then as Russia counter-attacked. Trump’s talk of “peace through strength” offers the Ukrainian president a chance to profile himself as the pilot who steered Ukraine, or most of it, to safety under an American …

Zelenskyy says NATO offer for Ukraine-controlled territory could end ‘hot stage’ of war
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Zelenskyy says NATO offer for Ukraine-controlled territory could end ‘hot stage’ of war

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — An offer of NATO membership to territory under Kyiv’s control would end “the hot stage of the war” in Ukraine, but any proposal to join the military alliance should be extended to all parts of the country that fall under internationally recognized borders, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a broadcast interview. An invitation for Ukraine to join …

Russia Forges Ahead in Eastern Ukraine, Capturing More Villages
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Russia Forges Ahead in Eastern Ukraine, Capturing More Villages

New York Times  

Russian troops in eastern Ukraine have seized at least 10 villages and settlements in roughly as many days, according to a group with ties to the Ukrainian Army that maps the battlefield, as Moscow presses on with slow but steady advances that have heightened pressure on Ukraine’s authorities to start cease-fire talks. The situation looks particularly precarious for Ukrainian forces …

‘Most dangerous stage’: The view from Russia as Ukraine war escalates
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Most dangerous stage’: The view from Russia as Ukraine war escalates

Al Jazeera  

Officials rage at the West for allowing Ukraine to attack deep within Russia as fears simmer on the streets. Last week, a defence industry site in the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro was struck by a Russian medium-range ballistic missile, which President Vladimir Putin described as a response to “NATO’s aggressive actions against Russia”. “I don’t think rockets will fall …

Putin opens door to Donald Trump’s peace deal but Ukraine must make huge concessions; will Zelenskyy accept the plan?
1 month ago

Putin opens door to Donald Trump’s peace deal but Ukraine must make huge concessions; will Zelenskyy accept the plan?

Live Mint  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a ceasefire deal in Ukraine with US President-elect Donald Trump but remains firm on key demands, including Ukraine abandoning its NATO aspirations and accepting limited territorial concessions, Reuters reported citing five sources familiar with Kremlin thinking. Putin’s position on security and neutrality Putin emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s neutrality during the Valdai …

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report
1 month ago

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly said that he is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with US President-elect Donald Trump only if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abandons ambitions of his country joining Nato Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with Donald Trump but rules out making any major territorial concessions and insists Kyiv abandon …

Zelenskyy says Ukraine up against 50,000-strong force in Russia’s Kursk
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine up against 50,000-strong force in Russia’s Kursk

Al Jazeera  

Russia is trying to push Ukrainian forces from its western Kursk region with tens of thousands of soldiers, Ukraine’s president says, aiming to retake territory it has lost since August while its offensive in eastern Ukraine grinds on. In a post on Telegram on Monday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s soldiers were fighting against nearly “50,000 enemy troops” in Kursk. …

Russia open to hearing Trump’s proposals for ending the war, an official says
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Russia open to hearing Trump’s proposals for ending the war, an official says

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia is open to hearing President-elect Donald Trump’s proposals on ending the war, an official said, as a Russian drone killed one person and wounded 13 in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa and the European Union foreign policy chief held talks in Kyiv after the change in U.S. leadership. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said …

Ukraine-Russia latest: Musk ‘joins Trump’s Zelensky call’ as Putin hails ‘courageous’ US election win
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine-Russia latest: Musk ‘joins Trump’s Zelensky call’ as Putin hails ‘courageous’ US election win

The Independent  

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Zelensky confirms deadly clashes with North Korean troops as Putin says he’s willing to talk with Trump
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Zelensky confirms deadly clashes with North Korean troops as Putin says he’s willing to talk with Trump

CNN  

CNN — North Korean troops deployed to Russia’s Kursk region have fought Kyiv’s forces on the battlefield, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday, adding that the clashes resulted in fatalities. On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first public comments on the US election, saying he is ready for dialogue with the Republican president-elect and noted that Trump’s comments …

Finnish Prosecutors File Charges Against Russian Combatant in 2014 War Crimes Case
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Finnish Prosecutors File Charges Against Russian Combatant in 2014 War Crimes Case

Associated Press  

Finnish prosecutors have filed charges against a Russian combatant, Yan Petrovsky, for alleged war crimes in 2014 in Ukraine. The suspect, who fought against Ukrainian forces in a Russian-backed separatist region, is accused of participating in acts that violate the laws of war, including the killing of 22 Ukrainian soldiers and seriously injuring four others.

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance
2 months, 1 week ago

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance

Associated Press  

Ukraine's former armed forces chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, expresses his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's 'victory plan' in his first public appearance since his dismissal. Zaluzhnyi outlines a plan that includes a formal invitation for Ukraine to join NATO and permission to use Western-supplied longer-range missiles to strike military targets deep inside Russian territory.

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
2 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

The Independent  

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Zelensky urges world leaders not to seek ‘a lull’ from Russia’s war instead of true peace
3 months ago

Zelensky urges world leaders not to seek ‘a lull’ from Russia’s war instead of true peace

LA Times  

Ukraine’s president urged global leaders Wednesday to stand with his country and not seek “a lull” instead of a “real, just peace” more than two years into Russia’s war. “Any parallel or alternative attempts to seek peace are, in fact, efforts to achieve a lull instead of an end to the war,” Zelensky said, urging nations to “put pressure on” …

Russia says recaptured another village in eastern Ukraine
3 months, 1 week ago

Russia says recaptured another village in eastern Ukraine

The Hindu  

Russia said on Saturday that it had recaptured another village in eastern Ukraine, where it has made a string of advances. Russian forces have advanced rapidly in the eastern region of Donetsk in recent weeks, putting pressure on a Ukrainian army that is short of both soldiers and weapons. On August 6, the Ukrainian army launched an incursion into Russia's …

Russia says captured town, three villages in eastern Ukraine
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia says captured town, three villages in eastern Ukraine

The Hindu  

Russia's Defence Ministry on Tuesday said it had captured the town of Krasnogorivka in eastern Ukraine as well as three villages in different parts of the Donetsk region. Russian troops have been advancing steadily in the Donetsk region in recent weeks and are closing in on the town of Pokrovsk, a vital logistics and transport hub for Ukrainian forces. Russian …

Ukraine’s attack on Russia started as a triumph – but could turn into a tragic strategic mistake
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s attack on Russia started as a triumph – but could turn into a tragic strategic mistake

The Independent  

Ukraine took more than 300 square miles of the Kursk region in the first month of its counter-invasion of Russia, raising morale at home and challenging a growing sense in the West that stalemate was the best Kyiv could hope for. General Oleksandr Syrskyi, the military commander behind the daring operation, has largely highlighted the need to take pressure off …

‘Full Control Of Donbas’: Putin Outlines Key Aim Of Special Military Operation In Ukraine
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Full Control Of Donbas’: Putin Outlines Key Aim Of Special Military Operation In Ukraine

News 18  

Russia’s primary aim is to take full control of the Donbas region of Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin told the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok on Thursday. He also said that Ukraine’s incursion into the Russian region of Kursk had failed to slow Russia’s own advance in eastern Ukraine and had weakened Kyiv’s defences along the frontline in a boost …

Zelenskyy loses his shine in war-fatigued east Ukraine
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy loses his shine in war-fatigued east Ukraine

The Hindu  

Olena Semykina, the owner of a village shop in east Ukraine, voted for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy five and a half year ago, hoping the fresh-faced political newcomer would end the fighting unleashed by Russian proxy forces in 2014. Across the industrial Donetsk region some war-fatigued residents, like Olena who voted for Mr. Zelenskyy in 2019, have lost faith in the …

What is happening in Ukraine’s east frontline as Putin’s forces advance?
4 months ago

What is happening in Ukraine’s east frontline as Putin’s forces advance?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Since 6 August, when Ukraine …

Ukraine ‘heading for partial ceasefire talks’ before Kursk offensive
4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine ‘heading for partial ceasefire talks’ before Kursk offensive

The Telegraph  

However, a spokesman for Russia’s foreign ministry denied the claims on Sunday afternoon, stating that the talks could not be disrupted as they were not set to happen in the first place. Ukraine has weathered Russian missile and drone hits on its power network since the first winter of the war, causing rolling blackouts that have significantly affected lives and …

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian troops have taken full control of the Russian town of Sudzha
4 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian troops have taken full control of the Russian town of Sudzha

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday that his country’s troops had taken full control of Sudzha, the largest Russian town to fall to Ukraine’s forces since the start of their cross-border incursion more than a week ago. Although Russian military bloggers reported that Russian reserves sent to the Kursk region had slowed Ukrainian advances, questions remain over …

Zelensky says Ukrainian troops have taken full control of the Russian town of Sudzha
4 months, 1 week ago

Zelensky says Ukrainian troops have taken full control of the Russian town of Sudzha

LA Times  

A Ukrainian tank passes by a burning car near the Russian-Ukrainian border in the Sumy region of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that his country’s troops had taken full control of Sudzha, which would be the largest Russian town to fall under Ukraine’s purview since the start of its cross-border incursion more than a week ago. Although Russian …

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian offensive advancing as Belgorod declares emergency
4 months, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian offensive advancing as Belgorod declares emergency

Al Jazeera  

The Ukrainian leader says 100 Russian soldiers captured since surprise incursion began, as Russia denies strategic impact. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said an incursion into the Russian region of Kursk has been achieving its strategic goals, with Russia swiftly pushing back on the claims. On Wednesday, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said the offensive has not diverted Russian …

Ukraine military takes control of 28 Russian towns, 180,000 people evacuated
4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine military takes control of 28 Russian towns, 180,000 people evacuated

Live Mint  

Ukraine’s military has taken control of 28 towns and villages in Russia’s Kursk border region, prompting a sixth of its population to flee the incursion, Russian President Vladimir Putin was told. Putin said the Defense Ministry’s main task was to “drive out the enemy from our territories and, together with the Border Service, ensure reliable protection of the state border.” …

Putin’s greatest fear is coming true with the Ukraine incursion – and he’s panicking
4 months, 1 week ago

Putin’s greatest fear is coming true with the Ukraine incursion – and he’s panicking

The Independent  

Throughout its war with Russia, Ukraine has shown a remarkable capacity to take its much bigger invader by surprise. It came as Western military commentators seemed to agree that Vladimir Putin was winning a brutal war of attrition against his smaller neighbour, maybe forcing Ukraine to accept his demands in the coming months. There are some fears that a humiliated …

Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian forces have overrun two front-line villages in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, a Ukrainian army sergeant said Monday, after relentless assaults that are part of a Kremlin summer push to overwhelm battlefield defenses there. Separately, attacks in Russia’s Kursk region by the Security Service of Ukraine, also known as the SBU, struck a number of substations causing …

Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End

Bloomberg  

Russia’s war in Ukraine, which President Vladimir Putin once hoped to conclude in a few weeks, is grinding through its third year, with neither side able to gain a decisive upper hand. Bringing an end to the conflict — whether through one side’s clear victory, a messy compromise or simply a cessation of hostilities without a final deal — may …

The war between Russia and Ukraine is set to grind on as a diplomatic conference packs little punch
6 months, 1 week ago

The war between Russia and Ukraine is set to grind on as a diplomatic conference packs little punch

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia and Ukraine are set to remain locked in battle for the foreseeable future after an international gathering billed as a first step toward peace delivered no eye-catching diplomatic breakthrough that might suggest a coming end to Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Monday that the conference’s outcome was “close to …

Zelensky says military aid sent to Ukraine will not help defeat Russia
6 months, 1 week ago

Zelensky says military aid sent to Ukraine will not help defeat Russia

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky yesterday warned the level of military aid being sent by the West is still not sufficient for Ukraine to defeat Russia as 80 countries backed its 'territorial integrity'. Telling delegates that President Vladimir Putin was not ready for a 'just peace', Mr Zelensky said Ukraine was ready to negotiate with Russia 'tomorrow' - but only if its forces …

Zelensky warns military aid being sent to Ukraine by the West is not sufficient to defeat Russia as 80 countries backed its 'territorial integrity'
6 months, 1 week ago

Zelensky warns military aid being sent to Ukraine by the West is not sufficient to defeat Russia as 80 countries backed its 'territorial integrity'

Daily Mail  

Volodymyr Zelensky yesterday warned the level of military aid being sent by the West is still not sufficient for Ukraine to defeat Russia as 80 countries backed its 'territorial integrity'. Speaking at the end of a two-day conference in Switzerland billed as the start of a 'Path to Peace', Ukraine's president hailed the event as a 'success' despite a string …

Putin issues his truce demands. Ukraine calls them ‘absurd’
6 months, 1 week ago

Putin issues his truce demands. Ukraine calls them ‘absurd’

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin promised Friday to “immediately” order a cease-fire in Ukraine and begin negotiations if Kyiv started withdrawing troops from the four regions annexed by Moscow in 2022 and renounced plans to join NATO. They also coincided with a meeting of leaders of the Group of 7 leading industrialized nations in Italy, where the U.S. and Ukraine signed …

Is Russia’s assault on northeastern Ukraine already losing steam?
7 months, 1 week ago

Is Russia’s assault on northeastern Ukraine already losing steam?

Al Jazeera  

Moscow’s troops have seized several villages in Kharkiv in recent days, but experts say Ukraine’s defence and Russia’s manpower woes will limit the advance. Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow wants to create a “sanitary zone” in Kharkiv to protect the Russian region of Belgorod that lies north of it and has been heavily shelled by Ukrainian forces. Moscow’s push …

Ukrainian troops pull out of some areas and Zelenskyy postpones foreign trips amid Russian offensive
7 months, 1 week ago

Ukrainian troops pull out of some areas and Zelenskyy postpones foreign trips amid Russian offensive

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian forces withdrew from some parts of the country’s northeast and battled Russian troops in other areas Wednesday, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to postpone all his upcoming foreign trips underscored the seriousness of the threat his soldiers face. AP AUDIO: Ukrainian troops pull out of some areas and Zelenskyy postpones foreign trips amid Russian offensive AP …

Ukraine says withdrew troops in parts of Kharkiv region
7 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine says withdrew troops in parts of Kharkiv region

New Indian Express  

KYIV: Ukraine has pulled back troops near several villages in the northeastern Kharkiv region, where Russian forces have been advancing and pounding settlements in a new offensive along the border, Kyiv said. Moscow launched a surprise major ground assault on the Kharkiv region last week as it seeks to advance across the battlefield with Kyiv struggling for arms and manpower. …

Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region
7 months, 1 week ago

Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region

Al Jazeera  

Kyiv says Russian forces having ‘tactical success’ in assault on northeastern region on shared border. Russia has widened its ground assault in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, attacking new areas to try to expand the front and stretch Ukraine’s forces, the region’s governor says. On Friday, Moscow’s troops entered Ukraine near Kharkiv city, opening a northeastern front in a war that has …

Ukraine evacuates thousands of civilians as fighting rages in Kharkiv region near border with Russia
7 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine evacuates thousands of civilians as fighting rages in Kharkiv region near border with Russia

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Our forces have repelled nine …

Surrender territory to Russia and save face: Trump's 'peace plan' to end Ukraine war in 24 hours
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Surrender territory to Russia and save face: Trump's 'peace plan' to end Ukraine war in 24 hours

Firstpost  

Former US President Donald Trump believes Ukraine should cede 2 crucial provinces to Russia in order to end the war in 24 hours The peace plan of former US President Donald Trump to end the Ukraine War involves ceding territory to Russia so that both the sides could save face, according to a report. Surrender 2 Ukrainian provinces to Russia …

Ukraine’s border villages feel full force of Russian war machine as Putin moots possible ‘sanitary zone’
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine’s border villages feel full force of Russian war machine as Putin moots possible ‘sanitary zone’

CNN  

Sumy region, Ukraine CNN — “Evacuation! In the opposite direction, on the other side of the border, Ukraine’s military has stepped up its attempts to “bring the war” to Russia, coordinating with Russian volunteers fighting for Ukraine as they carry out commando-style raids on villages in the Belgorod and Kursk regions, as well as increasing its own artillery and drone …

Medvedev says ‘Ukraine is definitely Russia’, rules out peace talks
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Medvedev says ‘Ukraine is definitely Russia’, rules out peace talks

Al Jazeera  

The former Russian president says parts of Ukraine should ‘return home’ as he rules out peace talks with Zelenskyy. Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, says Ukraine is part of Russia as he rules out peace talks with the current Ukrainian leadership. In a bellicose speech on Monday at a youth festival in the southern city of Sochi, …

Macron hoists Western govts by their own petard: China Daily editorial
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Macron hoists Western govts by their own petard: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

French President Emmanuel Macron speaks during a press conference at the end of the conference in support of Ukraine, with European leaders and government representatives, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, Feb 26, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron's statement on Monday that nothing was ruled out at a summit of Western countries on the Ukraine crisis, including putting European …

Deep divisions on Russia’s war in Ukraine were evident at a meeting of 4 Central European countries
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Deep divisions on Russia’s war in Ukraine were evident at a meeting of 4 Central European countries

Associated Press  

PRAGUE — Four Central European countries are deeply divided over the Russian war against Ukraine and how to resolve the conflict, the prime ministers of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia said on Tuesday. “I won’t keep it secret, it wouldn’t make sense, that we differ in the views of the cause of the Russian aggression against Ukraine and …

Deep divisions on Russia’s war in Ukraine evident at a meeting of 4 Central European countries
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Deep divisions on Russia’s war in Ukraine evident at a meeting of 4 Central European countries

LA Times  

Prime Ministers Robert Fico of Slovakia, Donald Tusk of Poland, Petr Fiala of the Czech Republic and Viktor Orban of Hungary, from left, meet Tuesday in Prague. Four Central European countries are deeply divided over the Russian war against Ukraine and how to resolve the conflict, the prime ministers of the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia said on Tuesday. …

Western leaders rally around Kyiv to mark 2 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion
10 months ago

Western leaders rally around Kyiv to mark 2 years since Russia’s full-scale invasion

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed Western leaders to Kyiv Saturday to mark the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, as Ukrainian forces run low on ammunition and foreign aid hangs in the balance. Ukraine is marking two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion with a somber mood hanging over the country. Meloni also chaired a G7 videoconference from Kyiv …

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