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Zelensky confirms Ukrainian military operations in Russian border regions
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian armed forces (AFU) are holding positions not only in Russia's Kursk region but also in the neighboring Belgorod region. "We are conducting active operations in the border areas on enemy territory," Zelensky announced in his evening video address from Kyiv on Monday, April 7. "The war must return to where it came from," he emphasized.
While no official confirmation from Russia on Ukrainian troop advances in the Belgorod region has …
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Former Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief reveals US-Ukraine joint operations hub in Germany
Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU), has confirmed the existence of a joint US-Ukrainian operations hub in Wiesbaden, Germany, which was crucial in planning military operations for Kyiv.
“Last week, much was said about Wiesbaden. This hub was indeed our secret weapon with partners, aiding in the planning of operations and identifying the requirements for their execution. I’ll give you a peek behind the curtain on how it was established," Zaluzhnyi …
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Ukrainian drone strike destroys Russian missile stockpile at Shaykovka airbase
Ukrainian forces have reportedly struck the Shaykovka airbase in Russia, obliterating a stockpile of "Kh-22/32" cruise missiles.
On the night of March 30-31, 2025, Ukrainian attack drones targeted the Shaykovka military airfield, home to "Tu-22M3" strategic bombers. This airfield, from where the aircraft of the 52nd Heavy Bombardment Aviation Regiment (Unit 33310) frequently launched missiles against Ukrainian cities, now faces significant logistical disruption. The missile stockpile and …
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Europe holds the cards: EU's sanctions could make or break Russian economy
Contrary to Kremlin propaganda, time doesn't heal – sanctions are gradually strangling the Russian economy, and it's Europe that holds the key to Russia's economic fate. Despite Washington's loud announcements, the critical mechanism of sanction pressure on Russia is not in the US but in the hands of the European Union, reports the French newspaper Le Monde, explaining that it is Europe, not America, who has the real power to paralyze the Kremlin's economy. While Moscow celebrates progress in …
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Putin's ceasefire conditions: Kremlin insists on addressing 'Ukrainian nationalist' issues amid rising tensions
Amid ongoing tensions, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov announced on Monday, April 7, that Russian President Vladimir Putin allegedly supports a ceasefire in Ukraine but insists that a "range of issues" must first be addressed. Peskov’s comments, delivered during a briefing, alluded to mythical "Ukrainian nationalists" who supposedly don’t heed Kyiv's directives. This narrative accompanies plans for further militarization by Kyiv, as Peskov noted, emphasizing unresolved issues that remain a …
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Ukrainian Forces deny Russian claims of capturing village of Basivka in Sumy region
Russian forces have announced the capture of the village of Basivka in the Yunakivka community, located in the Sumy region, near the border with Kursk region. However, Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) denied these claims, asserting that Russian forces do not control the area.
On April 7, a Ukrainian lieutenant with the call sign "Alex" reported the situation via a Telegram post on the channel Officer+. He stated, "The enemy falsely claims to have captured the settlement of Basivka. The situation …
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Trump's tariffs shake Russia's economy: National Wealth Fund dwindles amid oil price collapse
Russia is grappling with significant challenges due to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. The collapse in oil prices, triggered by the U.S. tariff war, has had a devastating impact on Russia's oil industry and, consequently, its financial system. The Russian Finance Ministry is compelled to dip into the "rainy day" fund again—the National Wealth Fund (NWF), reports The Moscow Times.
The introduction of U.S. tariffs has triggered a decline in global oil demand, leading to a drop in prices. …
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Russian missile strike on Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions result in casualties and destruction
A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv has claimed the life of one individual, according to Kyiv's Municipal Military Administration Representative, Yevhen Ievlev. He shared that this unfortunate update surfaced just 10 minutes prior during a statement on Sunday, April 6. Earlier reports cited only three injuries. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that the body of the deceased man was found in the city's Darnytskyi district.
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reported that rescue …
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Estonia warns of EU's dilemma: Putin could gain frozen assets if Orban blocks Russia sanctions renewal
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has issued a stark warning, suggesting that the European Union might have to yield €240 billion of frozen assets to Russian President Vladimir Putin should Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban obstruct the renewal of sanctions against Russia in June, as reported by Spiegel.
Tsahkna called for a more resolute stance from European leaders towards Orban, signaling that Budapest's voting rights might be revoked to prevent fractures within the EU. He …
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Optical fiber factory in Saransk and key Russian industrial sites targeted in Ukrainian drone attack
Ukrainian drones have reportedly targeted an optical fiber manufacturing plant in Saransk, Russia. This incident sparked a fire at the “Optic Fiber Systems” facility on Saturday, April 5, according to various Telegram channels. Witnesses claim to have seen six to eight drones in the sky.
Artem Zdunov, Head of Mordovia, acknowledged an attack on a regional enterprise, saying, "All necessary resources are being utilized to deal with the aftermath. Operational and emergency services are on-site. …