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Ukraine President Zelenskyy rejects Scholz-Putin dialogue: ‘There will be no Minsk deals; what we need is real peace’
1 month, 1 week ago

Ukraine President Zelenskyy rejects Scholz-Putin dialogue: ‘There will be no Minsk deals; what we need is real peace’

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed strong concern over the recent phone call between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning that such dialogues could weaken efforts to isolate Moscow diplomatically. Zelenskyy, who has been a vocal advocate for Ukraine’s sovereignty and resistance to Russian aggression, criticized the call as a “Pandora’s box” that could lead to …

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What Putin is like in person, according to the former Ambassador to Russia
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What Putin is like in person, according to the former Ambassador to Russia

NPR  

What Putin is like in person, according to the former Ambassador to Russia MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Very few Americans have sat down one-on-one across a table from Vladimir Putin. SULLIVAN: So I had an old iPad that I brought with me from the United States when I arrived as ambassador, and it was my link to back home. SULLIVAN: …

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Amid Russian aggression, Ukraine is also facing a demographic crisis
5 months, 1 week ago

Amid Russian aggression, Ukraine is also facing a demographic crisis

Al Jazeera  

As we mark World Population Day, we must explore ways in which Ukraine can navigate this challenge and build a sustainable future for its people. Monday’s deadly attack on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, which caused severe damage to the country’s largest children’s hospital and a healthcare centre for women, starkly emphasised the devastating impact of the ongoing war. The full-scale invasion …

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Defense Secretary Austin says the US will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Defense Secretary Austin says the US will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce an additional $2.3 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, to include anti-tank weapons, interceptors and munitions for Patriot and other air defense systems. “Alongside some 50 allies and partners, we’ll continue to provide critical capabilities that Ukraine needs to push back Russian aggression today and to …

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Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Defense Secretary Austin says U.S. will provide $2.3 billion more in military aid to Ukraine

LA Times  

Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, right, stands with Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov during an arrival ceremony at the Pentagon on Tuesday. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said Tuesday that the U.S. will soon announce an additional $2.3 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, to include antitank weapons, interceptors and munitions for Patriot and other air defense systems. …

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Latvia prepares for Russian aggression amid concern war will spread beyond Ukraine
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Latvia prepares for Russian aggression amid concern war will spread beyond Ukraine

NPR  

Latvia prepares for Russian aggression amid concern war will spread beyond Ukraine LEILA FADEL, HOST: It's been more than two years since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and Russia's other neighbors are worried that the aggression could spread. So I want to start with why you feel your country has to prepare for Russian aggression and that this war will …

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The unlikely species entangled in Ukraine's resistance to Russia
10 months ago

The unlikely species entangled in Ukraine's resistance to Russia

BBC  

The unlikely species entangled in Ukraine's resistance to Russia Getty Images Lawsuits, art and the sandy blind mole-rat have all played a part in Ukraine's fight for environmental justice in the wake of Russia's invasion. Getty Images The Kakhovka dam in Ukraine was breached in the early hours of 6 June 2023 The Kherson oblast, where Kakhovka is located, is …

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Impact of NATO's Massive Military Exercise on the Ukraine-Russia War
1 year, 6 months ago

Impact of NATO's Massive Military Exercise on the Ukraine-Russia War

India TV News  

Demonstrating Solidarity: NATO's decision to conduct a major military exercise amid the Ukraine-Russia war sends a clear message of solidarity to Ukraine. The visible presence of NATO forces, combined with international media coverage, highlights the united front against Russian aggression, potentially leading to increased diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict through negotiations or diplomatic channels. NATO's large-scale military exercise in …

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US announces another USD 3 billion military assistance package for Ukraine
1 year, 11 months ago

US announces another USD 3 billion military assistance package for Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: The United States has announced another military assistance package of over USD 3.75 billion for Ukraine to fight the battle against Russian aggression taking the total US military assistance for Ukraine to an unprecedented USD 24.9 billion. “In this first week of 2023, the United States continues to stand strongly behind Ukraine and our European allies and partners by …

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U.S. announces another $3 billion military assistance package for Ukraine
1 year, 11 months ago

U.S. announces another $3 billion military assistance package for Ukraine

The Hindu  

The United States has announced another military assistance package of over $3.75 billion for Ukraine to fight the battle against Russian aggression taking the total U. S. military assistance for Ukraine to an unprecedented $24.9 billion. India-U.S. agree very much on restoration of enduring peace in Ukraine: Biden administration “In this first week of 2023, the United States continues to …

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G20 leaders declaration denounces ‘Russian aggression’ in Ukraine
2 years, 1 month ago

G20 leaders declaration denounces ‘Russian aggression’ in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

International law must be upheld, the communique says, adding the threat of the use of nuclear weapons was inadmissible. Leaders of the Group of 20 major economies have issued a declaration deploring “in the strongest terms” Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. ‘Terrorist state’ Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who headed the Russian delegation to the summit in the absence of President …

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India abstains in UNHRC resolution on deteriorating human rights situation in Ukraine due to Russian aggression
2 years, 7 months ago

India abstains in UNHRC resolution on deteriorating human rights situation in Ukraine due to Russian aggression

The Hindu  

India abstained in the UN Human Rights Council on a resolution on the deteriorating human rights situation in Ukraine stemming from the Russian aggression, in which the Council reiterated its demand for an immediate cessation of military hostilities. Since January this year, India has abstained on procedural votes and draft resolutions in the UN Security Council, the General Assembly and …

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India Abstains in UNHRC Resolution on Deteriorating Human Rights Situation in Ukraine Due to Russian Aggression
2 years, 7 months ago

India Abstains in UNHRC Resolution on Deteriorating Human Rights Situation in Ukraine Due to Russian Aggression

News 18  

India abstained in the UN Human Rights Council on a resolution on the deteriorating human rights situation in Ukraine stemming from the Russian aggression, in which the Council reiterated its demand for an immediate cessation of military hostilities. Since January this year, India has abstained on procedural votes and draft resolutions in the UN Security Council, the General Assembly, and …

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Russia-Ukraine crisis updates | May 13, 2022
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia-Ukraine crisis updates | May 13, 2022

The Hindu  

The Indian embassy in Ukraine which was “temporarily” working out of Polish capital Warsaw will return to Kyiv from May 17, the Ministry of External Affairs announced in New Delhi on Friday. Russia Russia struck oil refinery in central Ukraine, defence ministry says Russia’s defence ministry said on Friday that its forces struck the Kremenchug oil refinery in central Ukraine, …

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US remains in close touch with India on standing up against Russian aggression, says White House
2 years, 7 months ago

US remains in close touch with India on standing up against Russian aggression, says White House

Firstpost  

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said that the US continue to encourage countries to speak about Russian aggression that means implementing and abiding by sanctions that have been put in place Washington: The United States continues to be in close touch with India about its efforts to rally the world to stand up against Russian aggression, the White House …

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Africa’s dilemma in the Russia-Ukraine crisis
2 years, 8 months ago

Africa’s dilemma in the Russia-Ukraine crisis

Hindustan Times  

On February 24, as Russia began its air and missile assaults in Ukraine's Donbas area, it escalated into a full-fledged war. However, 24 out of 55 African countries declined to join the resounding vote denouncing Russian aggression, indicating a lack of unanimity among African countries. President Putin signed off $ 20 billion in debt due to Russia by African countries …

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US readies for long-term European security ramp-up after Russia’s invasion
2 years, 8 months ago

US readies for long-term European security ramp-up after Russia’s invasion

CNN  

CNN — The top US military general this week endorsed creating permanent US bases in Eastern Europe as a response to Russia’s attack on Ukraine, saying that American bases on NATO’s eastern flank would act as a deterrent to Moscow. While the budget was largely prepared before Russia’s invasion, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks said last week that the budget …

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‘We are not our government’: Georgians slam Ukraine war response
2 years, 8 months ago

‘We are not our government’: Georgians slam Ukraine war response

Al Jazeera  

As the government takes a cautious approach to Russia, citizens say it is not doing enough to stand with Ukrainians. “I’m here not only to stand with Ukraine but because of the actions of the Georgian government,” Mindha Gablia, a protester in Tbilisi, told Al Jazeera. “I feel like if Putin were to succeed in Ukraine, he would absolutely come …

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Samsung drops 'Z' from its Galaxy Z Fold 3 series in some European nations
2 years, 8 months ago

Samsung drops 'Z' from its Galaxy Z Fold 3 series in some European nations

Op India  

Samsung has decided to remove the letter ‘Z’ from its latest league of foldable smartphones, at least in the Baltic countries for now, after the symbol emerged as an icon for Russian aggression in Ukraine. Germany outlaws the use of the symbol ‘Z’ in opposition to Russian aggression in Ukraine Last week, two German states said they have outlawed public …

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US, allies weaponizing sanctions to curb Russian aggression
2 years, 9 months ago

US, allies weaponizing sanctions to curb Russian aggression

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden and U.S. allies in a matter of days weaponized the global economy against Russia for invading Ukraine, and the resulting destruction has been devastatingly fast. “If the conflict settles into an extended bloody stalemate, however, the sanctions may force him to withdraw and declare victory.” But Steil cautioned that the sanctions and the freezing of …

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Russia-Ukraine conflict: UNSC calls for special general assembly session
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine conflict: UNSC calls for special general assembly session

Hindustan Times  

After a deadlock in its last meeting on Friday due to Russia’s veto even as the situation in Ukraine worsens, the United Nations Security Council on Sunday called for a rare emergency special session of the 193 member-strong UN General Assembly. India’s permanent representative to the UN, TS Tirumurti, said it was “regrettable” the situation had taken a turn for …

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The anatomy of India’s Ukraine dilemma
2 years, 9 months ago

The anatomy of India’s Ukraine dilemma

The Hindu  

New Delhi’s response to the Russian aggression against Ukraine appears to have been shaped by harsh geopolitical circumstances, that it is in the middle of, than its normative beliefs or preferences. Impact on foreign policy India’s responses to the Russian aggression on Ukraine underline the fact that India is operating from a position of geopolitical vulnerability. India’s position also shows …

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Zelensky fires warning shot to Putin as noose tightens around Kyiv
2 years, 9 months ago

Zelensky fires warning shot to Putin as noose tightens around Kyiv

Daily Mail  

Defiant president Volodmyr Zelensky today pledged to 'destroy the occupiers' as he said his country's army had successfully repelled Russian forces advancing on Kyiv. UKRAINE WAR: LATEST Vladimir Putin urges Ukrainian military to overthrow the country's leadership and negotiate peace Ukraine and Russia discuss a place and time for talks Russia vetoes draft U.N. Security Council resolution that would have …

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Why has Putin invaded Ukraine? 'Despotic' leader with dreams of recreating the Soviet Union
2 years, 9 months ago

Why has Putin invaded Ukraine? 'Despotic' leader with dreams of recreating the Soviet Union

Daily Mail  

After months of escalating tensions and desperate diplomacy, Russia today launched all-out war on Ukraine. Here, we look at the reasons behind Putin's invasion of Ukraine, including some of his outlandish justifications, - and how it could affect you: Putin has previously said that the fall of the USSR robbed Russia of its place among the world's great powers and …

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