Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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EU plans new sanctions targeting key sectors of Russian economy
As the EU ramps up for its 16th sanctions package against Russia, officials are eyeing restrictions on 50 categories of Russian goods, aligning with the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, said EU Special Representative for Sanctions David O'Sullivan during an interview with Kazakh media, Kazinform.
O'Sullivan noted that these additional trade restrictions would affect 50 product codes previously highlighted for Kazakhstan's attention. Currently, about 60% of past …
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Russian bot network 'Doppelgänger' floods Western media with misinformation amid Ukraine aid freeze
In a bid to sway public opinion, the Kremlin-linked bot network 'Doppelgänger' has begun disseminating pseudo-journalistic articles advocating for a recent decision by the new U.S. President Donald Trump to freeze aid programs for Ukraine.
The propaganda push contends that Europe, too, should stop assisting Kyiv.
The articles have surfaced on clone websites of notable outlets like Germany's Der Spiegel and France's Le Parisien, claiming to represent the voices of the German and French …
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Latvia intensifies support for Ukraine with major drone donation initiative
Latvia is set to send a shipment of drones to bolster Ukraine's armed forces. This initiative is part of a charitable project designed to procure drones through public fundraising on the platform Ziedot.lv.
An event spotlighting this effort is slated for Monday, February 3, at the Ukrainian Embassy in Riga, Latvia, where officials will announce the dispatch of 100 drones to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, reports Delfi. Key officials expected to attend include Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže, …
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Russian battalion commander 'Don' killed near Velyka Novosilka
On Thursday, January 30th, Ukrainian Armed Forces killed a significant adversary—Russian Army Captain Donir Tsidenov, known by his call sign "Don", report Russian war bloggers.
Tsidenov led the 3rd Motorized Rifle Battalion, part of the 394th Motorized Rifle Regiment within the 127th Division of Russia's 5th Combined Arms Army. Details on his neutralization are limited.
What is known is the date of his demise and that he died "while executing special tasks" near Velyka Novosilka.
Velyka …
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Ukrainian Forces strike key Russian command center in Kursk region
Ukraine's Forces have successfully struck the Russian Armed Forces' command center 'Kursk' located in the city of Rylsk. Another vital command unit of the Russian army has been taken out.
A precision strike effectively targeted the headquarters of the 'Kursk' military grouping, reported the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on their Telegram channel.
Details are scant at this moment. It is known that the strike occurred on January 31. The General Staff described the operation as " …
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Sweden's $1.2 billion military aid to Ukraine: 16 CB90 combat boats to enhance naval capabilities
In a significant boost to Ukraine's military capabilities, Sweden is set to receive a fleet of 16 high-speed assault boats. These vessels are designed to enable Ukrainian forces to conduct operations on the Dnipro River and to assert control over the Black Sea coastline. Sweden has announced its largest military aid package to Ukraine, valued at $1.2 billion, which includes the delivery of 16 CB90 combat boats. These vessels are expected to enhance Ukraine's riverine and coastal capabilities, …
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Ukrainian Forces block Russian advances, repel over 70 attacks near Pokrovsk
In a significant strategic maneuver, Ukrainian Forces have successfully blocked Russian military movements along the railway from Kotlyne to Pokrovsk. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported repelling more than 70 attacks across various fronts, making strides in the Pokrovsk direction.
Ukrainian forces managed to push back Russian troops near Kotlyne and reclaimed specific lost positions near Zverev, reports military correspondent and blogger Bohdan Myroshnikov.
"On the …
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Kremlin dispels rumors of Trump-Putin phone call amid media speculation
In recent discussions surrounding the geopolitical corridors of power, rumors of a phone conversation between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have been swirling. However, the Kremlin has stepped in to clarify: no such conversation has yet taken place.
The American media recently speculated on a potential call between Washington and Moscow on January 30th. During a briefing on an air disaster near Washington, a press correspondent questioned if Trump had …
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Finland announces €200 million military aid package for Ukraine
Finland has announced its 27th military assistance package for Ukraine, valued at nearly €200 million, according to a statement issued by Finland’s Ministry of Defense. The decision, made by Finland's President based on a government proposal, is expected to cost Finland approximately €198 million to replace the equipment included in this set. So far, Finland has supplied Ukraine with defense equipment worth a total of €2.5 billion.
This package, meticulously coordinated with Ukrainian …
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Ukrainian Forces strike Russian command center in Kursk region
Ukrainian forces have destroyed a command post of the Russian troops in the city of Rylsk, in the Kursk region, reported the General Staff of Ukraine's Armed Forces.
"Today, the missile and artillery units of Ukraine's Defense Forces delivered a fire strike on the command post of the Russian Armed Forces in Rylsk, Kursk region,” the statement reads. The targeted and coordinated attack resulted in the destruction of the enemy control center.
The operation marks part of a systematic effort to …