Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Putin acknowledges looming economic crisis: Russia faces payment system collapse amid war-driven inflation
Russia teeters on the brink of a payment crisis as big business raises the alarm. For the first time, President Vladimir Putin spoke of the looming threat of economic "collapse."
Despite official claims of economic stability from Putin and his aides, the real situation in Russia is worsening swiftly. According to The Moscow Times, the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs has reached out to the government, warning of an impending payment crisis in the economy. The resolution …
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Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting energy infrastructure
In a heated exchange of accusations, Russia has accused Ukraine of launching attacks on its energy infrastructure.
The Kremlin, however, insisted that while Russia adheres to agreements by downing its drones aimed at Ukrainian energy sites, any cessation of hostilities pertains exclusively to energy facilities and not the entire infrastructure.
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s press secretary, Dmitry Peskov, said that dialogue remains futile, citing Ukraine's continuous assaults on Russian …
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Germany pledges €11 billion in additional military aid to Ukraine
On Wednesday, March 19, Germany's Finance Ministry informed the Bundestag's budget committee of its decision to allocate €11 billion in additional military aid to Ukraine. This information comes from a letter sent by State Secretary Sarah Ryglewski.
According to the document, Germany's Finance Minister, Jörg Kukies, plans to approve an extraordinary expenditure of €2.547 billion for the current year. Alongside other financial resources, the available funds will total €3 billion.
Moreover, …
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Ukrainian Forces execute strategic withdrawal from Kurakhove salient
In a strategic move to bolster defense capabilities, Ukrainian military units are repositioning from vulnerable spots on the front lines in Donetsk Oblast. This tactical adjustment was shared via Telegram by Lieutenant General Serhiy Naiev, the commander of the "Velyka Novosilka" tactical group.
Naiev emphasized the importance of safeguarding Ukrainian soldiers' lives and well-being, calling it a top priority for military leadership. This decision aims not only to preserve the troops but also …
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Ukraine firm on non-negotiable red lines in peace talks with Russia
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has assured that Ukraine will not concede on fundamental issues outlined in the country's "peace formula" during any potential peace talks with Russia. Ukraine remains resolute in its refusal to recognize occupied territories as Russian, and it will not accept any restrictions on its right to join international unions, including the European Union or NATO, nor will it allow any reduction in its military capabilities, said Sybiha in a recent interview …
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Ukrainian Forces reportedly attempt border breach in Russia's Belgorod region, triggering evacuations
Russian war bloggers report that Ukrainian forces have attempted to breach the border in the Krasnoyaruzhsky district of the Belgorod region, Russia.
The governor of the region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, has stated that the situation near the border is tense. According to local Telegram channels, authorities are evacuating border villages. Russian Telegram channels claim that Ukrainian forces tried to cross the border at the settlements of Grafovka and Demidovka, near the border with the Kursk …
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Survey reveals half of Ukrainians firmly oppose territorial concessions to Russia
Despite international pressures, particularly from the US, half of Ukrainians remain firmly against making territorial concessions, even if it means prolonging the conflict, according to a recent poll.
In a phone survey conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology KIISfrom February 14 to March 4, around 50% of respondents opposed territorial compromise under any circumstances. This survey included 2,029 adults from regions controlled by Ukraine. Interestingly, despite ongoing …
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Russia’s Belgorod region comes under massive drone attack
On Tuesday, March 18th, Russia's Belgorod region came under a massive drone attack. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed early this morning that air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 41 out of 46 UAVs deployed by Ukrainian forces targeting Russian territory.
Meanwhile, in the Bryansk and Kursk regions, two drones each were shot down, while in the Oryol region, one was intercepted, according to a Telegram post by the Russian defense ministry.
Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov …
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Ukrainian Forces thwart Russian advances in Donetsk region
Ukrainian Forces have made minor gains in the Donetsk region, particularly on the Pokrovsk front. They have driven Russian troops away from the railroad and are putting pressure on them near the Lysogorska Dam, reported on his Telegram channel a Ukrainian Armed Forces serviceman known as "Muchnoy."
"Regarding the Pokrovsk front, we control most of Udachne, with the enemy holding only the remote northeast houses and the eastern industrial region. We're currently working diligently to secure …
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Swarm of drones hits energy infrastructure in Russia's Astrakhan region
A swarm of drones attacked key fuel and energy infrastructure in Russia's Astrakhan region, according to regional Governor Igor Babushkin. In a statement on his official Telegram channel, Babushkin described the assault as massive, indicating that a strategic target was among those hit. Fortunately, workers were evacuated in advance, but debris from destroyed drones caused a blaze that left one person injured and hospitalized. Emergency services responded swiftly, managing to contain the fire, …