Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Putin proposes U.S.-Russia collaboration on rare Earth metals in occupied Ukrainian territories
Russian president Vladimir Putin convened a meeting focused on the development of the rare earth metals sector in Russia, according to Russian media outlets. At the subsequent press conference, Putin asserted Russia's reserves of rare earth metals "significantly exceed" those found in Ukraine and announced Moscow's readiness to engage with interested partners. He highlighted the potential for Russia and the United States to initiate joint ventures, proposing aluminum extraction in the …
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Ukrainian Intelligence: Russian FSB targets collaborator amid power struggle in occupied Zaporizhzhia
In a dramatic twist in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a bomb exploded in the occupied city of Prymorsk, Zaporizhzhia region, on the night of February 23. The target was the office of Roman Podsudievsky, a self-styled leader of an agency named "MFC My Documents." The Ukrainian Defense Ministry's Main Intelligence Directorate reported the incident. According to their intelligence, Podsudievsky is a turncoat from Ukraine who fled to occupied Crimea in 2015 and began collaborating with the …
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EU seeks strategic resource partnership with Ukraine amid US negotiation strains
In a significant move, the European Union has proposed a deal to Ukraine for access to its "critical" resources, EU Commissioner for Industrial Strategy, Stephan Sejourne, announced on Monday, February 24. Sejourne indicated that "21 out of 30 critical materials needed by Europe can be supplied by Ukraine as part of a mutually beneficial partnership," though he did not specify which resources were under consideration.
During his visit to Kyiv on February 24, Sejourne presented this proposal to …
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Canada to start production of Roshel armored vehicles in Ukraine
In a move poised to bolster both military capabilities and local manufacturing, Ukrainian Defense Industrial Company has inked a pivotal agreement with Canadian company Roshel. This partnership will localize the production of armored vehicles in Ukraine, expediting the delivery of crucial equipment to military units and stimulating the national economy, said Herman Smetanin, Ukraine’s Minister of Strategic Industries.
"The Ukrainian defense sector is expanding its partnership horizons. The …
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Czech President Pavel warns of Russia's intent to erase Ukraine, calls for just peace
Czech President Petr Pavel issued a strong warning during the "Support Ukraine" plenary session, stating that Russia's ultimate ambition regarding Ukraine is to obliterate the nation entirely.
"This long-lasting aggression, now in its third year, clearly aims to eradicate Ukraine from the world map," said Pavel. "I want to highlight the resilience of the Ukrainian people, who deserve not only our aid but also our admiration."
Pavel emphasized that any peace agreements must be acceptable to …
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EU sanctions derail Russia's plan to employ foreign airlines for domestic flights
Russia's attempt to counter a sharp increase in airline ticket prices has hit a major roadblock. The European Union's newly imposed, 16th sanctions package has blocked one of Moscow's crucial strategies—engaging foreign carriers for domestic flights. As a result, any negotiations for what's termed "cabotage" appear virtually out of reach. This development was reported by the Russian outlet Agentstvo.
The restrictions, introduced on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, ban any …
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Zelensky calls for International Tribunal to Hold Russia Accountable Beyond War's End
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the necessity for a special tribunal to prosecute those responsible from Russia for initiating war against Ukraine, even after the "hot phase" of the conflict concludes. Speaking at the Support Ukraine Summit during a joint press conference with allied leaders on February 24, Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's need for a just and lasting peace. He pointed to the difficulty of achieving justice amid Russian actions, noting the deaths and the …
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UN resolution calls for Russian withdrawal from Ukraine, U.S. and Israel's unexpected opposition stuns global politics
In a move sending shockwaves through international diplomacy, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution with a significant majority demanding that Russia withdraw its troops from Ukraine.
Ninety-three nations voted in favor, while 65 abstained, and 18 opposed the resolution. The decision by the United States and Israel to vote "against" has sparked surprise and disappointment in Kyiv, marking a departure from their previously held supportive stance. Particularly noteworthy was …
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Denmark ramps up military support for Ukraine with major defense investments and aid packages
Denmark is stepping up its support for Ukraine by investing significantly in defense production and military assistance. Last year, along with other countries, Denmark committed approximately $650 million to the production of Ukrainian defense products, according to Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen. The partners funded nearly 20 Bohdana artillery systems, which were manufactured in two months instead of the two years it would have taken if purchased in Europe. Poulsen emphasized that …
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Zelensky hails 'positive' discussion with Trump amid G7 summit, highlights importance of continued U.S. support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a "positive" conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump amid the crucial G7 summit. This conversation reinforces Ukraine's aspiration for continued support from the United States alongside other global allies, Zelensky emphasized to reporters on Monday, February 24.
Discussing Trump, Zelensky remarked, "We just had a conversation. It was a very good talk under Canada's leadership during the G7 meeting." The Ukrainian leader expressed …