Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Moscow refuses invitation to second Peace Summit, condemns Zelensky's conditions as ultimatum
The Kremlin has announced that Russia will not take part in the upcoming Second Peace Summit on Ukraine, citing objections to what they refer to as President Zelensky's "ultimatum."
Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia, Mikhail Galuzin, noted that the location of the second summit is yet to be determined, but added, "Geography does not matter; what is important is the content, and that is quite clear,". According to Galuzin, Moscow believes that the summit will push what he described as Zelensky' …
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Russian Defence Minister's niece condemns attack on Kyiv children hospital in emotional plea: 'Think about what you are doing!'
After the Russian attack on the oncology ward of the "Okhmatdet" children's hospital in Kyiv, the Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov's niece, Natalia Vertinskaya, residing in the US, made a public appeal.
"Dear Uncle Andrey, yesterday Russian military launched 38 missiles on Kyiv. Eight of them hit residential buildings, kindergartens, business centres, and entrances. One missile destroyed Ukraine's largest children's hospital. This hospital is in the Solomenskyi district—an area where I …
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US lawmakers urge White House to lift restrictions on Ukrainian strikes against Russia
US Congressmen Jake Auchincloss and Michael McCaul have called on the White House to lift restrictions on Ukraine's ability to carry out strikes against Russia. During an online discussion hosted by Foreign Policy, Democratic and Republican representatives Jake Auchincloss and Michael McCaul expressed that the outcome of the current NATO summit in Washington should include the removal of these restrictions for Ukraine, reports Voice of America.
Democrat Auchincloss stated that during the …
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Putin pledges to withdraw Indian mercenaries from Ukraine after Modi's appeal
Putin has pledged to the Indian Prime Minister to bring back all Indian nationals sent by Russia to fight against Ukraine.
Indian citizens who signed contracts with the Russian Ministry of Defence and are participating in the conflict in Ukraine will be freed and allowed to return home, reported the Indian news channel NDTV.
It is noted that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is in Moscow on a two-day official visit, raised this issue in a conversation with Putin, who then made the …
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Escalating battles in Chasiv Yar: Russian forces employ scorched earth strategy, Ukrainians shift to new positions
Russian Armed Forces are employing a scorched earth tactic in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region. Detailing this strategy, major Dmytro Kozhubenko from the planning section of the "Rubizh" brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine (NGU) spoke on air with Espresso TV.
Kozhubenko noted that fierce battles are currently taking place around the town. The Russians have obliterated all defensive positions and anything that could have aided Ukrainian forces to retain defensibility around the "Kanal" area. …
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Temporary stabilization: Ukrainian Forces repel Russian advances in Donetsk region
According to military correspondent Bohdan Miroshnikov, it's crucial that the halt of hostilities does not obscure the sight of the Ukrainian command. In Severodonetsk, Bakhmut, and Avdiivka, there was initially "tactical stabilization," which was then followed by a sharp deterioration in the situation.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have managed to slow the advance of Russian troops in New York, Donetsk region. According to Miroshnikov, this was achieved at the cost of incredible efforts. He …
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NATO summit poised to declare Ukraine's membership path as irreversible, sending strong message to Putin
A preliminary draft of the NATO joint communiqué, expected at the Washington summit, reportedly describes Ukraine's path to membership as "irreversible," CNN cites three informed sources.
The extent of guarantees to be provided to Ukraine regarding its membership in NATO has emerged as a key discussion point among the 32 alliance members ahead of the summit, which commences today.
While the text of the draft can still be modified, the presence of such a phrase would send a significant signal …
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Ukrainian Forces reclaim key positions in northern Kharkiv amid intense battles
In Northern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian forces (AFU) have achieved some successes, said Yuriy Fedorенко, commander of the "Achilles" UAV unit within the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, during a news broadcast.
The Ukrainian forces have managed to drive Russian troops from several positions in the Kharkiv region. Fedorenko highlighted that the Russian army continuously brings in reinforcements to this front. Additionally, the Russian military maintains offensive operations in the Kharkiv direction, …
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Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán’s controversial diplomatic tour: meetings with Zelensky, Putin, and Xi stir EU debate
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who has been on a so-called "peacekeeping mission" since early July with visits to Kyiv, Moscow, and Beijing, has written a confidential letter to EU leadership. In the letter, he detailed his meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin and explained the Kremlin's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, reports Radio Liberty, citing the document obtained from a European official who wished to remain anonymous.
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Russian forces escalate assaults near Pokrovsk in Donbas
The Russian armed forces are actively attempting to assault Ukrainian positions in the Pokrovsk direction, Donetsk region, said Serhiy Tsehotsky, an officer from the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade, in live broadcast on Espresso TV.
"We assess the situation in the Pokrovsk direction as tense but controlled, despite the fact that the enemy is actively and continuously trying to assault our positions. We maintain our defensive lines effectively," Serhiy Tsehotsky said.
He added that in …