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Kremlin desperately seeking to block Ukraine-US Rare Earth Deal
In a calculated effort to sway Washington, the Kremlin is keen to underscore its preference for a rare-earth resources deal between Russia and the US over one with Ukraine. On February 23, Russian President Vladimir Putin’s press secretary questioned whether President Volodymyr Zelensky was ready to "sell" all of Ukraine to the US.
A day later, the Russian state-run TV channel "Vesti" accused Washington of blackmailing Kyiv into a rare-earth resources agreement.
Earlier, on February 22, the …
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Kremlin labels Zelensky-Trump dispute as a threat to peace efforts
Russian president’s spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, described Zelensky as lacking diplomatic skills, according to reports from Russian media. He noted that the verbal spat between Zelensky and Trump underscored the difficulties in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict. "The Kiev regime and Zelensky have no desire for peace; they want to continue the war," Peskov claimed. He urged the international community to "persuade Zelensky to want peace" and added, "If Europeans can achieve this, they deserve …
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Ukrainian Army confirms deadly Russian missile strike on training ground
The Ukrainian Army has confirmed that Russian forces launched a missile strike on a training ground where Ukrainian soldiers were undergoing military exercises. Reports of the incident surfaced on Monday.
In a Facebook post, Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi, Commander of the Ukrainian Ground Forces, described the event as a "tragedy at the training ground" and extended his condolences to the families of the victims. He promised that those responsible would be held accountable and stated that an …
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Zelensky warns of renewed conflict if Russian occupation recognized, advocates for just peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that people would not accept an unjust end to the war if parts of Ukraine remain under Russian occupation. Zelensky expressed his conviction that if the Russian Federation continues to control occupied territories, it will only pave the way for renewed conflict.
Speaking at London's airport, he insisted that the occupation should not be legally recognized and emphasized the importance of adhering to the UN Charter and international agreements. …
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Ukrainian troops gaining ground in Torestsk
Ukrainian troops in Toretsk are currently engaging in counteroffensive actions, a development not yet visible on the DeepState map, reported military-political analyst Oleksandr Kovalenko during his daily briefing on his YouTube channel, OBOZ.UA.
"I'll say this: After successfully and consistently holding the northern part of the city, Ukraine's Defense in Toretsk were able to conduct several counterattacks, regaining control not just of streets but entire blocks," Kovalenko said.
This …
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Macron unveils France-UK peace plan for Ukraine war resolution
In an interview with Le Figaro, French President Emmanuel Macron disclosed a new peace initiative co-developed with the UK aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
The France-UK proposal suggests a month-long partial ceasefire. This truce would cover air and naval assaults, as well as attacks on energy infrastructure, while excluding ground combat. Macron stated the difficulty in enforcing a ceasefire along the front lines, calling verification "very challenging."
A further step in …
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Zelensky: annexed territories will never be recognized as Russian despite peace deal pressures
Ukraine has declared it will "never" recognize the annexation of its territories currently occupied by Russia, even if such recognition becomes a requirement for any peace agreement. President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered this unwavering message late Sunday, March 2, addressing British journalists after a summit of European leaders in London.
Kyiv is adamant that these territories will always be considered under "temporary occupation" by Russia, despite current military limitations to …
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Ukrainian Regiment 'Skala' executes strategic counterattack near Pokrovsk, reclaims vital positions
Soldiers from Ukraine’s 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" successfully cleared Russian fortifications near the village of Udachne, strengthening the Defense Forces of Ukraine. According to the regiment's press service, Ukrainian soldiers were tasked with clearing two enemy bunkers, but Russian forces fled their positions in panic without putting up a fight against the assault groups. Videos released show intense battles near railroads, with occupiers forced to retreat quickly, abandoning …
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UK commits £1.6 billion for Ukrainian missile defense
London is set to provide Ukraine with an additional £1.6 billion (approximately €1.94 billion) for the procurement of British air defense missiles. This announcement was made by Prime Minister Keir Starmer following the Ukraine summit held in London on March 2.
According to Starmer, the new funds will be allocated as part of export financing, aimed at boosting British exports. With this financial backing, Ukraine will be able to procure over 5,000 anti-aircraft missiles, set to be produced at …
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Norwegian oil company Haltbakk Bunkers cuts fuel supply to US military citing ethical concerns
Norwegian oil company Haltbakk Bunkers has announced it will cease fuel supplies to the US military, according to Kystens Næringsliv. The decision comes on the heels of a contentious verbal sparring involving US President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. "As you can imagine, not a single liter will be supplied until Trump is gone," stated Haltbakk Bunkers owner Gunnar Gran.
Speaking with Kystens Næringsliv, Gran revealed that his company has …