Putin signs off record Russian defense spending as top EU officials visit Kyiv
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Putin signs off record Russian defense spending as top EU officials visit Kyiv

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 Russian President Vladimir Putin approved budget plans, raising 2025 military spending to record levels as Moscow seeks to prevail in the war in Ukraine. Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine since February 2022 is Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II and has drained the resources of both sides. New European Council President Antonio Costa and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, marking their first day in office with a strong message of support for Ukraine. “From day one of our mandate, we are reaffirming our unwavering support to the Ukrainian people.” On the ground in Ukraine, three people died in the southern city of Kherson when a Russian drone struck a minibus on Sunday morning, regional Gov.

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Watch live: Putin takes questions from Russian people in end-of-year phone-in
4 days, 15 hours ago

Watch live: Putin takes questions from Russian people in end-of-year phone-in

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 Watch live as Russian president …

Russia launches barrage of 300 missiles and drones against Ukraine power grid
1 week, 3 days ago

Russia launches barrage of 300 missiles and drones against Ukraine power grid

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 Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has …

Russia inches ahead in eastern Ukraine as Trump warns of aid cuts to Kyiv
1 week, 5 days ago

Russia inches ahead in eastern Ukraine as Trump warns of aid cuts to Kyiv

Al Jazeera  

The Putin-friendly US president-elect met with Ukraine’s leader in Paris while Russia inched ahead in Donetsk. Last week, Zelenskyy said, Russia used almost 500 glide bombs, whose warhead ranges from 250kg to three tonnes, more than 400 strike drones, and almost 20 missiles of various types against Ukraine’s front lines and civilian infrastructure. Zelenskyy has said much more military help …

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russian strikes kill 12 as Kyiv unveils new long-range ‘rocket-drone’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russian strikes kill 12 as Kyiv unveils new long-range ‘rocket-drone’

The Independent  

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Putin-controlled aircraft, state funds used to 'Russify' Ukrainian children, alleges US-backed research
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin-controlled aircraft, state funds used to 'Russify' Ukrainian children, alleges US-backed research

Firstpost  

The US State Department-backed research, published on Tuesday, identified 314 Ukrainian children taken to Russia in the early months of the war in Ukraine as part of what it says was a systematic, Kremlin-funded programme to “Russify” them Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights Maria Lvova-Belova in Moscow, Russia, on May 31, 2024. In March …

Putin earmarks 32% of Budget 2025 for Russia’s defence. Is he preparing for 4th year of Ukraine war?
3 weeks ago

Putin earmarks 32% of Budget 2025 for Russia’s defence. Is he preparing for 4th year of Ukraine war?

Firstpost  

At a time when the Russian military is making continuous gains in the war on Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has approved the largest-ever defence budget with a 22% annual hike As the war on Ukraine has entered a decisive phase, Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the highest-ever defence budget for the next three years. The record budget with a …

Putin approves record defense spending — a third of Russia’s budget
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Putin approves record defense spending — a third of Russia’s budget

CNN  

CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a record-breaking defense budget, setting aside a staggering third of the government’s total spending as the war in Ukraine drains resources from both sides nearly three years on. Scholz’s visit came after he rankled Ukrainian officials last month by calling Vladimir Putin, ending a years-long European effort to isolate the Russian president …

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,012
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,012

Al Jazeera  

Here is the situation on Monday, December 2: One person was killed and several others injured following Russia’s drone attack on Ukraine’s western city of Ternopil, according to Viacheslav Negoda, the head of the military administration of Ternopil region. A Russian missile strike on a town in Ukraine’s central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least four people, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. …

Vladimir Putin approves record military budget in bid to finish Ukraine war with Russian president dedicating a THIRD of his country's GDP to 'national defence'
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Vladimir Putin approves record military budget in bid to finish Ukraine war with Russian president dedicating a THIRD of his country's GDP to 'national defence'

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin has approved a record military budget in a bid to end the Ukraine war as he dictates a third of Russia's 2025 GDP to 'national defence'. Vladimir Putin has approved a record-high military budget for Russia's 'national defence' next year Russian servicemen jump off a T-90M Proryv tank during a combat training for assault units in an undisclosed …

Putin signs off record Russian defense spending
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Putin signs off record Russian defense spending

Live Mint  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin approved budget plans, raising 2025 military spending to record levels as Moscow seeks to prevail in the war in Ukraine. On the ground in Ukraine, three people died in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson when a Russian drone struck a minibus on Sunday morning, Kherson regional Gov. In Russia, a child was …

Putin signs off record Russian defense spending as top EU officials visit Kyiv
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Putin signs off record Russian defense spending as top EU officials visit Kyiv

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin approved budget plans, raising 2025 military spending to record levels as Moscow seeks to prevail in the war in Ukraine. New EU leaders in Kyiv pledge continued support for Ukraine New European Council President Antonio Costa and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, marking their first day in office with a …

Putin threatens to target Kyiv ‘decision-making centres’ with new missile
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin threatens to target Kyiv ‘decision-making centres’ with new missile

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 Vladimir Putin has threatened to …

Russia-Ukraine war: EU pledges $19 bn for outgunned and outspent Kyiv
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: EU pledges $19 bn for outgunned and outspent Kyiv

Firstpost  

The aid comes at a critical time for Ukraine as questions grow about the future of US assistance when Donald Trump returns to power The European Union on Thursday confirmed it will provide Ukraine with €18.1 billion as part of a larger $50 billion Group of Seven loan aimed at supporting Kyiv amid its fight against Russia’s invasion. Uncertainty over …

'Record' drone barrage pummels Ukraine as missile tensions seethe
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Record' drone barrage pummels Ukraine as missile tensions seethe

Deccan Chronicle  

Kyiv: Russia launched a record 188 drones at Ukraine overnight, Kyiv said Tuesday, amid growing international tensions after Russia fired a nuclear-capable missile that could reach European cities. “During the night attack, the enemy launched a record number of Shahed strike unmanned aerial vehicles and unidentified drones,” the air force said Tuesday, referring to Iranian-designed drones and putting the overall …

Ukraine-Russia war live: Russian missile factory ‘hit in Ukrainian drone strike’
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia war live: Russian missile factory ‘hit in Ukrainian drone strike’

The Telegraph  

A Russian missile factory and oil refinery near the Moscow region were hit in an overnight long-range Ukrainian drone strike, Kyiv has said. Footage showed buildings on fire and a large black smoke plume rising over the skyline of the city of Kaluga, around 220 miles from the Ukrainian border Open source intelligence analysts said that Ukrainian drones hit a …

Ukraine shows AP the wreckage of a new experimental Russian missile
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine shows AP the wreckage of a new experimental Russian missile

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law granting debt forgiveness to new army recruits who enlist to fight in Ukraine. Fragments of a rocket which struck Dnipro on November 21 are seen at a center for forensic analysis in undisclosed location, Ukraine, Sunday Nov. 24, 2024. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn …

Russia-Ukraine war: What invasion has cost Kyiv as war reaches 1,000th day
1 month ago

Russia-Ukraine war: What invasion has cost Kyiv as war reaches 1,000th day

India TV News  

Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine reaches its 1,000th day on Tuesday, a grim milestone in Europe's deadliest conflict since World War Two. Human toll As of August 31, 2024 the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine had documented at least 11,743 civilians killed and 24,614 wounded in Ukraine since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. Soldiers bloody death toll …

Trump’s US election leaves Ukraine scrambling for EU military assistance
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s US election leaves Ukraine scrambling for EU military assistance

Al Jazeera  

While US President-elect Donald Trump’s intentions remain unclear, Kyiv is trying to secure as much of the aid promised by Washington as possible. “Mostly in the city, on civilian infrastructure, mainly in the evening or at night, although there are also daytime shellings.” Ukraine’s defenders continued to be under intense pressure throughout the front in the past week, with the …

Ukraine war: Russia attacks Kyiv with a barrage of drones, missiles in first combined strike
1 month, 1 week ago

Ukraine war: Russia attacks Kyiv with a barrage of drones, missiles in first combined strike

Firstpost  

Russia on Wednesday launched its first combined drone and missile assault on Kyiv in over 70 days as Ukrainian leaders urgently seek more Western air defence support amid political concerns Russia escalated its attacks on Kyiv on Wednesday, launching a barrage of drones and missiles in its first combined aerial assault on the capital in more than 70 says, authorities …

Putin was so close to launching a nuke in Ukraine that Britain was preparing for the fallout... as intelligence sources say Russia is likely to up drone attacks in coming days following US election
1 month, 1 week ago

Putin was so close to launching a nuke in Ukraine that Britain was preparing for the fallout... as intelligence sources say Russia is likely to up drone attacks in coming days following US election

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin was so close to launching a nuke in Ukraine in October 2022 that Britain was preparing for the fallout, it is understood. Former Prime Minister Liz Truss reportedly spent her final days in office examining weather maps and preparing for UK radiation cases after American spies raised concerns that Putin was seriously close to pressing the button. It …

Trump dials Putin to discuss Ukraine war, reminds him of US military presence in Europe: Report
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump dials Putin to discuss Ukraine war, reminds him of US military presence in Europe: Report

Firstpost  

Trump’s election is seen as carrying the potential to upend the almost three-year Ukraine conflict, as he insists on a quick end to the fighting and casts doubt on Washington’s multi-billion dollar support for Kyiv US President-elect Donald Trump has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged him not to escalate the war in Ukraine, the Washington Post reported …

Trump dials Putin, advises him not to escalate Ukraine war: Report
Top News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump dials Putin, advises him not to escalate Ukraine war: Report

Hindustan Times  

US President-elect Donald Trump has urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to not escalate the war in Ukraine, the Washington Post reported. During the call, Trump reportedly reminded Putin of the substantial US military presence in Europe and expressed interest in further discussions aimed at resolving the war in Ukraine. The outgoing Democratic administration of President Joe Biden has confirmed that …

Donald Trump calls Russia’s Vladimir Putin, urges him not to escalate war in Ukraine: report
1 month, 1 week ago

Donald Trump calls Russia’s Vladimir Putin, urges him not to escalate war in Ukraine: report

The Hindu  

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin and urged him not to escalate the war in Ukraine, the Washington Post reported Sunday. They said he also expressed an interest in further conversations to discuss “the resolution of Ukraine’s war soon.” Mr. Trump’s election is seen as carrying the potential to upend the almost three-year Ukraine conflict, …

Ukraine’s war effort faces uncertain future as Russia mounts record drone strikes
1 month, 1 week ago

Ukraine’s war effort faces uncertain future as Russia mounts record drone strikes

CNN  

CNN — Since September 1, the Ukrainian capital Kyiv has been spared from Russian drone attacks on just one night – October 14. Konstantin Usov, Deputy Mayor of Kyiv, told CNN that during attacks, “the city freezes … This alone leads to enormous delays in the functioning of the city’s economy.” Many children don’t come to school during alerts, Usov …

Russia downs 32 drones in biggest attack on Moscow
1 month, 1 week ago

Russia downs 32 drones in biggest attack on Moscow

Deccan Chronicle  

Moscow: Russia downed 32 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow overnight, the city's mayor said Sunday, in the largest attack on the capital since Russia began its offensive in Ukraine in 2022. - 'Massive' attack - ==================== Moscow region governor Andrei Vorobyov on Sunday said the drone attack had been “massive”. Russia's defence ministry said earlier it had downed a total of …

Russia and Ukraine trade biggest drone attacks of conflict
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Russia and Ukraine trade biggest drone attacks of conflict

Al Jazeera  

Russia and Ukraine have both launched record drone attacks on each other overnight, with Ukrainian attacks on Moscow temporarily shutting down three of the Russian capital’s airports. Russia fired 145 drones at Ukraine overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday – more than in any single nighttime attack so far during their two-and-a-half-year conflict. “Last night, Russia launched a …

Ukraine fires 34 drones towards Moscow in biggest strike since war in 2022
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine fires 34 drones towards Moscow in biggest strike since war in 2022

India Today  

Ukraine attacked Moscow on Sunday with at least 34 drones, the biggest drone strike on the Russian capital since the start of the war in 2022, forcing flights to be diverted from three of the city's major airports and injuring at least one person. Russian air defences destroyed another 36 drones over other regions of Western Russia in three hours …

One killed in Odesa drone attack as EU foreign policy chief arrives in Kyiv
1 month, 2 weeks ago

One killed in Odesa drone attack as EU foreign policy chief arrives in Kyiv

The Hindu  

One person died and 13 people were wounded by a Russian drone in a residential area in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa overnight, local officials said Saturday, as EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell arrived in Kyiv to discuss European support for Ukraine. A further 32 Russian drones were shot down over 10 Ukrainian regions, while 18 were “lost,” …

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 …

Russia blasts Ukraine with more aerial attacks as part of an intensified campaign
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Russia blasts Ukraine with more aerial attacks as part of an intensified campaign

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian missiles, bombs and drones battered three regions of Ukraine in targeted nighttime attacks, officials said Friday, as Russia mounts an intensified aerial campaign that Ukrainian officials say they need more Western help to counter — even as doubts deepen over what Kyiv can expect from a new U.S. administration. Since the war began almost three years …

Wartime Ukraine waits to see what’s in the ‘surprise box’ of Trump presidency
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Wartime Ukraine waits to see what’s in the ‘surprise box’ of Trump presidency

LA Times  

In Kyiv, a monument of 10th century Grand Princess Olga is fitted with a mock flak jacket that reads “Defending Ukraine.” Ukrainians, still trapped in the nightmare of Russia’s invasion, now worry that a new Trump administration could choke vital military aid. “If Trump can end the war as he says he can, great — let’s see him do it,” …

Russian Offensive in Southern Russia Stalled by Ukrainian Resistance
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russian Offensive in Southern Russia Stalled by Ukrainian Resistance

Associated Press  

Russian forces thwarted an attempt at another cross-border incursion by Ukraine into southwestern Russia. The governor of Bryansk, Aleksandr Bogomaz, claimed that Ukrainian soldiers were repelled by Russian military forces. The situation is currently stable and under control, according to the governor.

US Defense Secretary Austin's Visit to Ukraine: A Crucial Moment in the War Against Russia
2 months ago

US Defense Secretary Austin's Visit to Ukraine: A Crucial Moment in the War Against Russia

CNN  

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrives in Kyiv amid Russian gains and imminent US election. He meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov to discuss Ukraine's weapons needs and how the US can continue to support the country's military over the next year.

Ukraine Launches Over 100 Drones Over Russia in Aerial Strike
2 months ago

Ukraine Launches Over 100 Drones Over Russia in Aerial Strike

Associated Press  

Large-scale aerial attacks are still relatively rare over Russia, with only 100 drones shot down in a recent barrage. The attacks have caused damage in several Russian regions, including Kursk and Dzerzhinsk, with 17 people injured. The Ukrainian air force says Russia launched 49 drones and two Iskander-M ballistic missiles in total overnight, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for …

Russian strike kills six as Ukraine marks defenders day
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Russian strike kills six as Ukraine marks defenders day

The Hindu  

A Russian strike on a southern Ukraine market killed six people on Tuesday as the nation held a moment of silence to mark a major public holiday honouring troops, authorities said. ‘Work with both’ As Moscow pressed ahead in the east, Russia announced plans on Monday to boost its defence budget by almost 30% next year as it drives resources …

Russia targets 11 Ukrainian regions as it steps up its drone attacks
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Russia targets 11 Ukrainian regions as it steps up its drone attacks

The Independent  

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2 people die in Ukraine’s Odesa after Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone and missile attacks
3 months, 1 week ago

2 people die in Ukraine’s Odesa after Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone and missile attacks

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Two people died in a missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa, local officials said, as Moscow and Kyiv exchanged drone and missile attacks. While Ukraine and Russia regularly launch overnight drone raids on each other’s territory, Ukrainian officials generally don’t confirm or deny attacks within Russia’s borders. The latest attacks came after …

2 people die in Ukraine’s Odesa after Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone and missile attacks
3 months, 1 week ago

2 people die in Ukraine’s Odesa after Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone and missile attacks

LA Times  

Two people died in a missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa, local officials said, as Moscow and Kyiv exchanged drone and missile attacks. While Ukraine and Russia regularly launch overnight drone raids on each other’s territory, Ukrainian officials generally don’t confirm or deny attacks within Russia’s borders. The latest attacks came after Ukraine made a …

Ukraine says Russia has started a counteroffensive in its Kursk border region
3 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine says Russia has started a counteroffensive in its Kursk border region

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia has launched a counteroffensive in its Kursk region to dislodge Ukraine’s forces who stormed across the border five weeks ago and put Russian territory under foreign occupation for the first time since World War II, Ukraine’s president said Thursday. A Russian missile attack Thursday killed three people and injured two others, all of them Ukrainian workers …

Russia launches a barrage of drones, cruise and ballistic missiles at Kyiv, Ukraine’s military says
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Russia launches a barrage of drones, cruise and ballistic missiles at Kyiv, Ukraine’s military says

The Independent  

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Russia fires a barrage of drones and missiles at Kyiv as children return to school
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Russia fires a barrage of drones and missiles at Kyiv as children return to school

NPR  

Russia fires a barrage of drones and missiles at Kyiv as children return to school toggle caption Vasilisa Stepanenko/AP KYIV, Ukraine — Russia launched an overnight barrage of drones and cruise and ballistic missiles at Kyiv, Ukraine's air force said Monday, as children prepared their return to school across the country after the summer vacation. Debris from intercepted missiles and …

Russia launches massive missile, drone attack on Ukraine's Kyiv, power outage interrupts news broadcasts
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Russia launches massive missile, drone attack on Ukraine's Kyiv, power outage interrupts news broadcasts

India TV News  

Kyiv: The sound of explosions rang out in central Kyiv on Monday morning during rush hour as Ukraine's military warned of a massive Russian missile and drone attack following waves of drone attacks in the early hours. The Operational Command of the Polish armed forces said on X that Polish and allied aircraft had been activated after Russia launched the …

Russia and Ukraine report gains on battlefield
4 months ago

Russia and Ukraine report gains on battlefield

China Daily  

MOSCOW/KYIV — Russia and Ukraine both reported new battlefield gains on Thursday, with Moscow saying that the Ukrainian drone attack on a nuclear power station was "an act of nuclear terrorism". The nuclear plant is located in the Kursk region of western Russia, where fierce fighting has raged since Ukrainian forces launched a surprise incursion on Aug 6. TASS quoted …

Moscow fends off one of Ukraine’s largest drone attacks as fighting rages in Kursk and eastern Ukraine
4 months ago

Moscow fends off one of Ukraine’s largest drone attacks as fighting rages in Kursk and eastern Ukraine

LA Times  

This satellite image shows fires near the village of Krasnooktyabrskoe in Russia’s Kursk region on Tuesday. World & Nation Ukraine strikes on bridges could potentially trap Russian troops at border Russian sources say that Ukrainian forces have either destroyed or damaged all three of the bridges over the Seim River in western Russia as Kyiv’s incursion into western Russia enters …

2 killed in Kyiv region, including four-year old boy, in Russian attacks
4 months, 1 week ago

2 killed in Kyiv region, including four-year old boy, in Russian attacks

The Independent  

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Ukraine’s president indirectly acknowledges daring military incursion onto Russian soil
4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine’s president indirectly acknowledges daring military incursion onto Russian soil

LA Times  

Residents of an apartment building damaged after shelling from the Ukrainian side leave the area Sunday in Kursk, Russia. Days after Ukraine began a surprise military incursion into Russia’s Kursk border region, President Volodymyr Zelensky has broken the government’s silence on it by indirectly acknowledging the ongoing military actions to “push the war out into the aggressor’s territory.” Zelensky’s comment …

Russia launches new operation to halt advancing Ukrainian troops
4 months, 1 week ago

Russia launches new operation to halt advancing Ukrainian troops

The Hindu  

Moscow on Saturday mounted a "counter-terror operation" in three border regions adjoining Ukraine to halt Kyiv's advance deeper into Russia and warned that the fighting endangered a nuclear power plant. Russia's nuclear agency on Saturday warned the Ukrainian attack posed a "direct threat" to the nearby Kursk nuclear power station. Belarus, Russia's close ally, on Saturday ordered military reinforcements — …

Ukraine’s week-old incursion into Russia has embarrassed Putin. How will it affect the war?
4 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine’s week-old incursion into Russia has embarrassed Putin. How will it affect the war?

Associated Press  

The swift Ukrainian incursion into Russia’s Kursk region that began last week has been the largest cross-border raid by Kyiv’s forces in the nearly 2 ½-year war, and has exposed Russia’s vulnerabilities and dealt a painful blow to the Kremlin. Here’s a look at the Ukrainian raid and its implications: In this photo taken from video released by the Russian …

Ukraine gets more military aid from Europe but Putin warns of consequences if Russian soil is hit
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine gets more military aid from Europe but Putin warns of consequences if Russian soil is hit

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy received a second $1 billion promise of military aid in as many days on May 28 during a whirlwind tour of three European Union countries, while President Vladimir Putin warned that hitting Russian soil with Western-supplied weapons could set the war on a dangerous new path. He later traveled to Portugal, where he said it was …

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