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Putin's War Costs Ukraine $800 Billion
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that his country estimates losses from Russia's aggression to be around 800 billion dollars. This figure includes direct damages and economic losses caus...
Russia Launched 1300 Drones and 1200 Guided Aerial Bombs Over Ukraine Last Week: Zelensky
According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's report, Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine with a significant deployment of military drones and aerial bombs. In the past week alone, more than ...
Trump Captures Maduro, Kyiv Under Fire, Greenland Tensions
Highlights include the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by former US President Donald Trump, escalating conflict in Ukraine's capital city of Kyiv, and contentious geopolitical issues inv...
2025 Ukraine Summary: Wars, Walks, and What’s Next
The year 2025 was pivotal for Ukraine, characterized by significant battlefield changes, technological advancements such as drone warfare, peace negotiations marred by numerous challenges, energy cris...
Russian troops execute five disarmed Ukrainian POWs near Pokrovsk and Huliaipole
According to prosecutors, Russian forces executed five captured Ukrainian soldiers who had surrendered and were disarmed. Two of these executions occurred during a Russian attack in Shakhove on Decemb...
'80 Indian Drones Attacked Pak Airbase', Pakistan Confirms India Destroyed Noor Khan Air Base
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that India launched about 80 drones towards Pakistan over 36 hours during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. This admission was ma...
Russia attacks Kyiv with missiles and drones, killing one person
Russian forces have launched an attack on Kyiv using missiles and drones resulting in the death of at least one individual....
Russia drops guided bomb on Kharkiv’s busiest road, killing two men and injuring nine-month-old girl (PHOTOS)
A Russian airstrike hit an active road in Kharkiv, Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of two adult males and injuries to a nine-month-old child along with other unspecified casualties. The attack also s...
Russian Mass Attack on Kyiv: Over 500 Drones Neutralized
A significant Russian military operation targeted Kyiv with an extensive drone strike, involving more than 500 drones. Ukrainian forces succeeded in neutralizing the majority of these drones....
Evening recap
This article summarizes key developments from Israel's conflict with Gaza as of Saturday. It details fatalities following Israeli actions and includes reports on decreased birth rates and increased mi...
Russia launches another major strike on Ukraine power grid in freezing temperatures
Russian forces have intensified their attacks by targeting Ukraine's critical infrastructure during severe winter conditions. The strikes impact the country’s electricity supply as Ukrainians face rec...
US Accuses Russia of Dangerous and Inexplicable Escalation of War in Ukraine as Trump Seeks Peace
The United States has criticized Russia for escalating the conflict in Ukraine despite efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump to pursue peace negotiations. The accusation highlights concerns over Russ...
Drones Hit Russia’s Largest Power Plant in Rostov Region, Triggers Outages
Ukrainian drones reportedly attacked the Novocherkassk power plant in Russia’s Rostov region, causing a fire and electricity outages. Russian authorities claim that air defense systems shot down multi...
Ukrainian Drones Set Fire to Russian Oil Depot After Russian Missile Launch
In an incident reported recently, Ukrainian drones launched an attack on a strategic oil depot located within the Russian territory. This occurred after Russia had conducted what seems to be a missile...
Russia Uses New Hypersonic Missile in Ukraine
Russia has reportedly deployed a newly developed hypersonic missile system during operations in Ukraine, marking a significant advancement in its military capabilities....
Russia Uses New Ballistic Missile in Major Attack on Ukraine
Russia has launched an attack on Ukraine using its newest class of ballistic missiles, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This move is seen as both retaliatory against Ukrainian...
Russia Fires Kh-47 Mkh Kinzhal Hypersonic Missile in Attacks on Ukraine
Russian forces have launched an attack on Ukraine using the Kh-47 MKh Kinzhal hypersonic missile. At least four fatalities were reported as a result of these strikes....
What We Know About Russia’s Oreshnik Missile
The Oreshnik missile, which can carry a nuclear warhead, was launched by Russia targeting 'strategic' locations in Dnipro, Ukraine, in 2024....
Russia Uses New Ballistic Missile in Massive Strike on Ukraine
Russian forces have launched a widespread attack on Ukrainian targets utilizing a newly developed ballistic missile. This attack marks the first operational deployment of this particular weapon system...
Russia attacks Ukraine with drones and missiles , killing 4 in Kyiv
This article reports on Russian military actions against Ukrainian cities, including an attack that killed four people in Kyiv using unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) and missiles....
US captures Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro: everything you need to know
This article compiles narratives from extensive coverage of the US-Venezuela conflict, emphasizing geopolitical shifts post-US military intervention against Venezuela and anticipations of China's stra...
Trump Says Ukraine Did Not Target Putin Residence in Drone Strike As Claimed By Kremlin
Former US President Donald Trump has stated that Ukraine did not target Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence with a drone strike as claimed by the Kremlin. This statement appears to deny Russi...
Volodymyr Zelenskyy names Ukraine's military intelligence chief as new chief of staff
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of military intelligence (GUR), to be his new chief of staff. This decision comes amid ongoing conflict with Russia and s...
Zelenskyy Appoints Ukraine's Military Intelligence Chief as New Chief of Staff
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR), as his new Chief of Staff. This move comes amid ongoing military actions and stra...
Zelenskyy Appoints Head of Military Intelligence as Chief of Staff
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that he will appoint Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's military intelligence (GUR), to serve as his chief of staff. This move emphasizes the importance ...
Zelenskyy names spy chief Budanov as new head of presidential office
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Sergei Budanov, the current director of Ukraine's intelligence service (SBU), to become the new head of his presidential administration. This move...
Ukraine President Zelensky: Russian Army Launched Attacks With Over 200 Drones
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine reported that the Russian military initiated an attack involving more than 200 drones. The statement highlights new tactics being used in the ongoing conflict....
Russia Claims Downing of 4,300 Ukrainian Drones in December
According to Russian official statements, Russia has downed over 4,300 Ukrainian drones during the month of December, setting a new record as claimed by Moscow. This significant figure highlights an e...
Why Sudan's war risks becoming a permanent political system in 2026
Osama Abuzaid analyzes Sudan's war that has persisted for nearly 1,000 days and explores why it may become entrenched as the country's political system. The conflict is reshaping markets, armed groups...
Ukrainian drones pound Russian oil infrastructure in Tuapse and Yaroslavl (VIDEOS, MAP)
Recent reports indicate that Ukrainian drones have launched attacks on Rosneft's oil facilities at two locations within Russia: a refinery in the coastal city of Tuapse and an oil storage facility nea...
406,000 mobilized, 410,000 lost: Russia loses six soldiers for every Ukrainian soldier killed, Syrskyi says
According to Oleksiy Syrskyi, the Commander-in-Chief of Ukraine's Territorial Defense Forces, Russia has suffered significant military losses in its conflict with Ukraine. Syrskyi noted that for every...
Russian official threatens Zelenskyy as Moscow claims Kyiv attacked Putin residence
A Russian official has issued threats against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid claims from the Kremlin that Kyiv was behind an alleged attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence. No de...
Russian Official Threatens Zelenskyy Amid Claims of Attack on Putin's Residence
A Russian official has issued threats towards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following claims that an alleged attack took place at the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The state...
Russian State Media Reports Ukrainian Attack on Putin's Residence
State-controlled Russian media outlets have reported an alleged attack by Ukraine on President Vladimir Putin’s residence near Moscow. Detailed information and evidence of such claims were not provide...
Russia Claims Ukraine Attacked Putin's Residence
Russian state media reported an alleged attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence by Ukrainian forces, though no other independent verification of this claim has been provided....
Russia Claims Ukraine Attacked Putin's Residence
Russian state media reported an alleged attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence near Moscow by Ukrainian drones during the night. No damage or injuries were mentioned in the reports. The incide...
Zelenskyy: Ending Martial Law Possible Only After Ukraine Receives Security Guarantees
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that martial law in Ukraine could only be lifted once the country receives comprehensive security guarantees, implying that current conditions are insuff...
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, December 27, 2025
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) provides an update on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, analyzing recent developments in Russia's military offensive campaign as of December 27, 2025. The repor...
Russia Bombards Kyiv Ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump Peace Discussions
Russian military forces intensified their bombardment of Kyiv as discussions between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former US President Donald Trump about a potential peace deal approach....
Russia Strikes Ukrainian Capital on Eve of Zelenskyy-Tump Meeting
Russian forces conducted an attack on the capital city of Kyiv, Ukraine, resulting in at least one civilian fatality just a day before scheduled meetings between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and form...
Russia bombards Kyiv on eve of Zelensky-Trump peace talks
In the lead-up to planned peace talks involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and former US president Donald Trump, Russia has reportedly intensified military operations around the capital c...
One Dead and Dozens Injured After Massive Russian Attack on Kyiv
The aftermath of a recent large-scale bombardment by Russia on Kyiv resulted in one fatality and numerous injuries to civilians....
Russia Bombards Kyiv Ahead of Trump-Zelensky Peace Talks
Missile strikes have hit Ukraine's capital city, Kyiv, just hours before scheduled peace talks involving US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. This action underscores R...
Russia avoided Ukraine’s gas targets for 3 years. In 2025, it destroyed 60% of country’s gas capacity amid peace talks
For three years, Russia had avoided targeting Ukraine’s crucial gas infrastructure. However, significant damage was inflicted on these facilities in 2025, destroying approximately 60 percent of the co...
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Reported After Massive Russian Strikes
A series of intense Russian strikes against Ukraine have resulted in three fatalities and widespread power outages within the country....
Three killed, power outages reported after massive Russian strikes in Ukraine
In Ukraine, three people have reportedly lost their lives and several areas experienced power outages following extensive missile attacks carried out by Russia....
3 Killed, Power Outages in Ukraine Reported After Massive Russian Strikes
Ukraine has experienced severe power outages following extensive Russian strikes that reportedly resulted in three fatalities. The attacks are part of an ongoing escalation in the conflict....
Major Russian Drone and Missile Attack on Ukraine Kills At Least Three, Cuts Power
In an escalation of hostilities, Russia carried out a significant attack on Ukrainian infrastructure using drones and missiles. The assault resulted in at least three fatalities and caused substantial...
Russian Soldiers on Horseback Attempted Cavalry Assault on Ukrainian Positions (VIDEO)
Russian forces, facing shortages of vehicles and equipment, were recorded trying unconventional tactics such as employing horses for an assault on Ukrainian defensive positions heavily protected by un...
Gaza genocide official death toll rises to 70,937
According to the Palestinian health ministry in Gaza, at least 70,937 Palestinians have been killed and 171,192 wounded since October 7, 2023. Since the ceasefire began on October 10, an additional 40...
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