Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has once again launched a scathing attack on the West over the ongoing war in Ukraine, claiming that the crisis was a “tragedy that could have been prevented” had NATO not expanded towards Russia’s borders. In his statement, President Putin described the war as painful and tragic for both the … Read more
Washington: G7 finance ministers, led by Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne, held a call Friday to consider tougher economic measures against Russia, including new sanctions and tariffs targeting nations that support or enable its war in Ukraine. According to a Canadian statement, the group discussed accelerating plans to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine’s … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump turns heat to demand European Union to hit China and India with tariffs of up to 100%, aiming to cut off funding from Russia. Trump made the demand during a high-level meeting between U.S. and EU officials on Tuesday, where economic strategies to confront Russia were discussed. The move would mark … Read more
Kyiv/ Ukraine: In what is being described as Russia’s largest air assault on Ukraine to date, a major government building in central Kyiv was struck overnight in a rare and devastating drone and missile barrage. The attack marks the first time Russian forces have successfully targeted the heart of Ukraine’s capital, an area heavily protected … Read more
Paris: World leaders will gather in Paris on Thursday to weigh a sweeping proposal for long-term security guarantees for Ukraine, as Russia’s war drags into its third year with no end in sight. UK Defence Secretary John Healey visited Kyiv and pledged that Britain and its allies would help “make the skies safe, to make … Read more
The war in Ukraine is entering a new and volatile chapter, as Russian forces notch small but symbolically significant advances on the battlefield while Ukraine strikes deep into the heart of Russia’s oil infrastructure, escalating a conflict that increasingly spans both military and economic fronts. Russian Advance in Dnipropetrovsk: Ukrainian open-source researchers confirmed Tuesday that … Read more
A Ukrainian drone was shot down over western Russia on Sunday, triggering a fire at the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, officials confirmed. According to the plant’s Telegram statement, the drone detonated upon impact, sparking a blaze that was quickly extinguished by emergency crews. No casualties were reported, though the facility did temporarily reduce capacity as … Read more
Washington: U.S President Donald Trump is touting what he says is a record of unprecedented peacemaking, claiming he has ended as many as ten wars during his presidency. Speaking at the White House on Friday, Trump said he had “settled seven wars,” but added that if “pre-wars” are included, “it would be 10.” The president … Read more
KYIV: Ukraine’ passed a bill on Thursday to restore the independence of anti-corruption bodies, with 331 votes in favor and none against. Under this bill, the powers that had been revoked through government amendments last month have now been reinstated. The amendments made on July 22 had granted a prosecutor appointed by the president the … Read more
Ukrainian authorities reported that Russian attacks resulted in the deaths of at least 22 individuals and left 80 others injured during the night. Approximately 17 inmates lost their lives when Russia dropped 8 FAB bombs on a prison in Zaporizhzhia, while additional fatalities occurred in other assaults on Velykomykhaylivska and Kamyanske. The attacks occurred shortly … Read more
WASHINGTON: The United States (US) has resumed the delivery of artillery shells and mobile missile launchers to Ukraine, strengthening Kyiv’s defense capabilities against Russian forces. According to American media reports, the supply of air defense missiles and other military equipment to Ukraine was temporarily halted earlier this month. However, sources now confirm that Washington has … Read more
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to rise as Ukraine launched a drone attack on Moscow, the Russian capital. After the attack, thick black smoke was seen in the area. Defense experts say this growing conflict could lead to a much bigger war. On the diplomatic side, former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment after … Read more
Russia’s military reported on Tuesday that Ukraine used US-supplied long-range ATACMS missiles to attack a military facility in the Bryansk border region. This marks the first such attack since the US allowed Ukraine to use these weapons. The attack occurred at 3:25 am local time, with Ukraine firing six ballistic missiles, according to Russia’s defence … Read more
Ukraine urged its allies on Wednesday to implement new sanctions against Pyongyang, citing North Korea’s role as a de facto participant in the war alongside Russia. In a speech to parliament outlining his victory plan, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Ukrainian intelligence had confirmed North Korea’s provision of weapons and personnel to Russia. He reiterated … Read more
Russian forces announced on Saturday that they had captured another village in eastern Ukraine, near the town of Kurakhove, as Moscow continued to make slow progress. The village, called Zhelannoye Vtoroye by Russia (known as Zhelanne Druge in Ukraine), is located in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, close to Pokrovsk, a key logistics hub for Ukraine’s army, … Read more
The 11-day exercise concluded with a demonstration of jamming and hacking drones The proliferation of drones in the war has prompted NATO to increase its focus on the threat they pose. Experts warn NATO that it needs to catch up on drone warfare. NATO concluded a major anti-drone exercise this week, marking Ukraine’s first participation … Read more
The transfer of ammunition has been ongoing for over a year, with no action taken by India. India’s foreign ministry criticized the report as “speculative” and “misleading.” Moscow has not yet responded to the report or Delhi’s statement. India has dismissed a news report claiming that the government did not prevent European buyers from transferring … Read more
The total aid package will rise to 135 billion kroner, up from the previous 75 billion kroner set to last until 2027. The increased aid package requires support from the opposition. Norway, a major gas and oil exporter, has benefited from the price surge triggered by Russia’s war in Ukraine. Norway will increase its civilian … Read more
Ukrainian truck driver Liliia Shulha, a truck driver, has found a dream job at Ukraine’s leading retailer. Nearly 60% of businesses consider finding skilled workers their main challenge. There is a noticeable shift away from gender and age bias in candidate selection. After spending years in what she described as “boring, sedentary” office roles at … Read more
Modi expressed renewed condolences over the strike at a children’s hospital in a post written in Ukrainian. The visit holds significance for Kyiv, which is working to build diplomatic relations. Modi used emotive language to deliver an implicit rebuke to Putin at their summit. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with President Volodymyr Zelensky in … Read more
The incident marks the largest invasion of Russia by a foreign power since World War II. Ukraine has established a buffer zone in an area used by Russia to target Ukrainian positions. The plant, which has four reactors, began construction on two additional reactors in 2018. On Friday, Russia accused Ukraine of attempting to attack … Read more
Modi aims for an early return of peace and stability in the region. In Kyiv, he will discuss the conflict with President Volodymyr Zelensky. Several documents are expected to be signed during Modi’s visit. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Warsaw on Wednesday for a historic visit to Poland, before continuing to Ukraine later … Read more
The move is seen as a bolstering of Ukraine’s independence as it severs ties with institutions The ban may take years to implement, causing concern among followers of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. The split has impacted church attendance in Ukraine, with many Ukrainian politicians supporting the ban. Ukraine’s parliament voted Tuesday to ban the Russian-linked … Read more
Ukraine’s Top Commander Announces Military Commandant’s Office in Russia’s Kursk Region Forces have gained up to 1.5 km in the last 24 hours. Kyiv’s forces have advanced 35 km since launching the incursion last week. On Thursday, Ukraine’s top commander announced that Kyiv had established a military commandant’s office in the occupied part of Russia’s … Read more
Most cases were filed in the initial months of the war, reaching a total of 5,614 by the end of 2022. This year, at least 1,410 cases have been initiated. Individuals convicted of an initial offense face fines of up to 50,000 rubles ($566). Since Russia invaded Ukraine, authorities have launched over 10,000 cases against … Read more
Poland’s public prosecutor’s office confirms European Arrest Warrant from German authorities. Ukrainian diving instructor allegedly part of Nord Stream gas pipeline attack. Polish prosecution denies arrest as he left Poland for Ukraine in early July. Poland’s national public prosecutor’s office confirmed on Wednesday that it had received a European Arrest Warrant from German authorities related … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin assured that Ukraine’s incursion into Russia’s south would not succeed. The assault on Kursk had already forced 76,000 people to evacuate. Over 44,000 residents in the Kursk region have applied for financial assistance. On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine was attempting to destabilize Russia with its incursion into … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pledges to ban the Orthodox Church linked to Moscow. Membership in the independent church has grown since Russian troops invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Criminal proceedings against dozens of clerics from the church have been launched. On Saturday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky pledged to “strengthen our Ukrainian spiritual independence,” suggesting that … Read more
