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Russia proposes immediate exchange of 630 prisoners with Ukraine
During a press briefing, the spokesperson of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova, said that Russia is ready "right now" to exchange 630 prisoners of war with Ukraine. As reported on the official website of the Russian foreign ministry, Moscow is prepared to hand over 630 Ukrainian captives to Kyiv "immediately," "on a reciprocal basis."
However, Ukraine's list of soldiers it seeks to be returned includes individuals who have already been transferred to Kyiv, as well as " …
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Ukrainian military official downplays threat of Russian offensive in Zaporizhzhia region
Ivan Tymochko, head of the Council of Reservists of the Ground Forces, believes statements about a Russian offensive on Zaporizhzhia are merely escalating the situation, as such an option is unlikely. During an interview with Hromadske Radio, he noted that Russians in this area currently face challenges and lack resources for a full-scale invasion.
The Russians can move their troops between Russia and Crimea by land, but the path is narrow and constantly under attacks from various Ukrainian …
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Russia's aluminum giant feels the strain of sanctions, production slashed amid rising costs
Russia's aluminum industry faces a crisis as alarming news emerges from Rusal about a sudden production cut. The country's largest aluminum producer, Rusal, has announced a reduction in aluminum output by 250,000 tons. The company attributes this decision to record-high alumina prices— a crucial raw material— and deteriorating macroeconomic conditions.
Rusal, owned by prominent Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, who is closely tied to the Kremlin, has found itself procuring more than a third of …
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Ukrainian Commander highlights Russian hesitation and tactical struggles in key Luhansk region battle
Russian forces face challenges as they attempt to gain control of Belohorivka, a strategic location in the Luhansk region, from which they aim to fortify and potentially lay siege to the nearby city of Siversk, Ukrainian Commander Maksym Antonov reports.
Amid the harsh weather, Russian troops' efforts to carry out tactical assaults in the Siversk direction are hindered by poor navigation skills, according to Maksym Antonov, Chief of Artillery of the 1st Airmobile Battalion of the 81st Air …
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Medvedev warns US over potential nuclear weapons delivery to Ukraine
In a stark escalation of rhetoric, former Russian President and current Security Council member Dmitry Medvedev has issued a sharply-worded threat towards the United States over discussions of transferring nuclear weapons to Ukraine.
Medvedev criticized US President Joe Biden, calling him out in response to reports about potential nuclear armament in Ukraine. He warned that Russia would regard such US political maneuvers as preparation for a "conflict" with the Russian Federation.
The …