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Russian MoD: Target of Ukrainian Drone Attack was One of Putin's Residences
The Russian Ministry of Defense has reported that one of the targets hit by Ukrainian drones during recent attacks was an object located at a residence associated with President Vladimir Putin....
Russia puts nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile on ‘combat duty’ in Belarus
Russia has placed the nuclear-capable Iskander-M (referred to as Oreshnik) missiles into combat readiness status in Belarus. This move comes amid ongoing U.S.-Ukraine peace talks, signifying Russia's ...
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...
NATO’s Europe commander sees growing Russian, Chinese threat in Arctic
U.S. Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, NATO's Joint Forces Command Norfolk-Europe commander, notes that the presence of Russia and China in the Arctic region is not peaceful but rather strategic wi...
Zelensky Urges European Union and US to Unite Against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on Europe and the United States to unite in their efforts against Russia, stating that it is essential to stop Russian aggression. He emphasized the ...
WATCH: Ukrainian Special Forces Blast Lukoil Platforms in Caspian Sea
Ukrainian special forces have reportedly conducted strikes on Russian oil platforms operated by Lukoil in the Caspian Sea, over 700 km from Ukrainian-controlled territory. This operation is part of an...
‘Raiding Putin?’ – Maduro’s Arrest Leaves Trump Facing Question Washington Can’t Ignore
US President Donald Trump dismisses speculation about sending US forces into Russia to capture Russian leader Vladimir Putin even as actions in Venezuela cause a stir among Congress, allies, and adver...
Zelensky Urges US Action Against Russian Use Of Oskhrin Missile
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the United States to take action in response to Russia's use of the Oskhrin missile against Ukraine. This appeal reflects ongoing concerns about e...
Syrskyi: Ukraine’s drones now destroy Russian troops faster than Putin can replace them
According to Ukrainian authorities, December marks a significant turning point as the loss of Russian troops due to Ukrainian drone strikes now equals, or potentially exceeds, Russia’s monthly recruit...
Man behind Ukraine’s most daring Spiderweb operation which hit 41 Russian aircraft resigns as SBU chief
Yevhen Maliuk, who led the covert operations behind Ukraine's 'Spiderweb' initiative targeting Russian aircraft infrastructure during the conflict with Russia, has stepped down as chief of the Securit...
Zelensky Meets with Security Advisors as Russia Warns Ahead of Peace Talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has convened a meeting with his security advisors amid escalating tensions following a warning issued by Russia ahead of upcoming peace negotiations. The discus...
NATO War against Russia Could Be Bloodier Than War in Ukraine
An article discusses the possibility of a NATO-Russia conflict being more devastating than the current warfare in Ukraine, highlighting the potential for larger scale and wider geographical impact due...
Russian Mission in Vienna: NATO Activity on Russia and Belarus Borders Warns of Direct Military Clash
The Russian mission in Vienna has issued a statement warning that ongoing NATO activities along the borders between Russia, Belarus, and allied states may lead to a direct military confrontation. The ...
Russian Federation Presents Physical Evidence To The United States Confirming Drone Strike On Putin's Residence By Ukraine
Russia has provided physical evidence to the United States confirming that Ukrainian drones carried out an attack on President Vladimir Putin's residence in Sochi. While this move appears aimed at rei...
Russian Official Threatens Zelenskyy Amid Putin Residence Attack Claim
A Russian official has made threatening statements towards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after reports emerged of an alleged drone attack on a high-profile target in Russia, believed by some...
Military Quote of the Day By Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky: ‘I need ammunition, not a ride’
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine refused evacuation assistance during the early stages of Russian invasion in February 2022 and instead requested combat supplies. His statement bolstered morale...
Why Russia’s war machine may have peaked: new ISW assessment says Moscow can’t build momentum due to lack of reserves
According to a new assessment from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russia appears unable to build military momentum due to depleted troop reserves. The report suggests that Russian forces co...
Russia’s Putin warns of escalation if Ukraine rejects peace talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that if Ukraine refuses peaceful resolution of their conflict, Moscow will achieve its goals through force. This warning follows a significant Russian missile a...
Day Before Zelensky and Trump Meet, Russia Attacks Kyiv With Missiles and Drones
The day before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with former U.S. President Donald Trump in New York City, Russian forces conducted an attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, using missiles a...
Ukrainian Marines' Frontline Christmas 'Stolen By War'
Ukrainian marines are fighting on the frontline against Russian forces during Christmas, marking the holiday as one of continued military engagement and resilience. The context suggests that Ukrainian...
Proposal from Zelensky on Areas of Ukraine Occupied by Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has put forward a proposal concerning the areas in Ukraine that are under Russian occupation. The details of the proposal have not been fully disclosed, but it ...
US Reveals What Russia Will Do If NATO Attacks Kaliningrad
A report discusses potential Russian actions in response to a hypothetical NATO attack on the exclave of Kaliningrad. The analysis suggests that Russia could use its significant military presence, inc...
German FM Warning: Prepare for Russian Aggression
The German Foreign Minister has issued a warning, urging NATO and EU countries to prepare for potential aggressive actions by Russia....
“Catastrophic consequences”: Russia warns of nuclear escalation, accusing NATO of pushing world toward dangerous threshold
Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov issues stern warnings about potential catastrophic outcomes if the Western military alliance pushes the global situation towards breaking points on nucl...
Russia and China Could Simultaneously Attack Taiwan and Europe
The article discusses the theoretical possibility of Russia and China launching simultaneous military attacks on Taiwan and European territories as part of their broader strategic interests or in resp...
Russia Must Be Broken Up
Dr. Michael Rubin argues that requiring Ukraine to cede territory for peace rewards Russian aggression and reinforces imperial ambitions. He views Russia as a long-standing colonial empire where leade...
US intelligence say Putin wants Ukraine, Baltics, Poland, and more. Trump’s team says Russia wants peace
According to US intelligence sources, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expansive territorial ambitions targeting regions such as Ukraine, the Baltic states, and Poland. In contrast, the Trump admi...
Putin tells his annual news conference that the Kremlin military goals in Ukraine will be met
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated during his annual press conference that Russia's military objectives in Ukraine would be achieved. He emphasized Moscow’s position and intentions regarding the ...
Reuters cites US intelligence: Putin aims to control parts of Europe
According to Reuters, American intelligence sources believe that Russian President Vladimir Putin has expansionist goals, aiming to exert control over certain regions within European countries....
Reuters Reports U.S. Intelligence: Putin Seeks Parts of Europe
According to Reuters, U.S. intelligence suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin intends to annex parts of European countries into Russia. This report indicates a continuation of Russia's aggres...
Zelensky to Putin: Ukraine Will Not Allow Control Over Potential Presidential Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned Russian President Vladimir Putin that Ukraine will not permit any external interference or control over potential upcoming presidential elections in t...
EU Leaders Agree On EUR 90 Billion Loan To Ukraine After Plan To Use Russian Assets Unravels
European Union leaders have reached an agreement on providing a EUR 90 billion loan to Ukraine. This decision came after a proposal to redirect frozen Russian assets towards supporting Ukraine was aba...
Ukrainian border, Balkan future: How Trump’s peace deal could impact Kosovo and Serbia
A potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine under former US President Donald Trump could risk destabilizing the Western Balkans by emboldening Serbian territorial claims and challenging EU credi...
Zelenskyy sounds alarm over Russia sanctions dodging and global security risks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has raised concerns regarding Russia's evasion of international sanctions and the resultant threat to global security. He emphasized that sanction circumvention...
War between NATO and Russia would be bloodier than Ukraine conflict, whose 'golden hour' has passed, says Ukrainian army officer
A Ukrainian military officer warns that any war involving NATO against Russia would likely result in significantly more casualties compared to the current conflict in Ukraine. The officer also states ...
Talks on US Peace Plan for Ukraine Proceed Constructively, Says Russia as Zelenskyy Alleges Moscow Trying to Cut Kyiv Black Sea Access
According to Russian officials, discussions regarding the United States' proposed peace plan for Ukraine are progressing constructively. In contrast, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserts th...
Ukraine’s warning to the West: A bad peace will lead to a bigger war
Myroslava Gongadze warns that conceding to Russia will not satisfy Russian ambitions and instead may lead to further conflict with greater consequences than what is currently faced. The article calls ...
Rutte Claims That Russia, Iran and China Seek Confrontation with NATO
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte asserts that Russia, Iran, and China are actively seeking confrontation with NATO. He highlights the aggressive behavior displayed by these nations as a threat to the a...
Zelenskyy briefs Dutch PM on intensified Russian strikes, seeks additional air defense and energy assistance
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, to discuss the intensification of Russian military strikes against Ukraine. Zelenskyy requested ...
US accuses Russia of dangerous and inexplicable escalation of war in Ukraine as Trump seeks peace
The United States has expressed strong condemnation towards Russia's actions in Ukraine, characterizing them as dangerous and inexplicably escalatory during a period when President Donald Trump is adv...
US Accuses Russia of Dangerous and Inexplicable Escalation of War in Ukraine as Trump Seeks Peace
The United States has voiced strong criticism towards Russia, accusing the nation of intensifying military actions against Ukraine without clear rationale. This move is perceived as destabilizing in a...
US accuses Russia of dangerous and inexplicable escalation of war in Ukraine as Trump seeks peace
The United States has criticized Russia for an alleged increase in military activities and violence against Ukrainian forces, describing this as both unsafe and unreasonable. Simultaneously, President...
US TO UN SECURITY COUNCIL: Use of Russian cruise missile in Ukraine Escalates Tensions
The United States has warned the UN Security Council that the deployment and use of a Russian-made cruise missile system in Ukraine signifies an escalation in tensions. The announcement comes amid gro...
Putin's Year Starts Poorly; 2026 Could Be Worse Than Previous
The article discusses how Russian President Vladimir Putin faces significant challenges at the start of 2026, suggesting that this year might be more difficult for him compared to other recent years. ...
At some stage talks with Putin will be necessary - EU
The European Union has indicated that diplomatic efforts to engage Russian President Vladimir Putin may become inevitable at a future point. The statement underscores the complexity of current relatio...
Rutte: Russia launched Oreshnik to force NATO into abandoning Ukraine, but it won’t happen
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte stated that the security of Ukraine is integral to NATO's security and stressed that despite Russian efforts to pressure NATO into abandoning Ukraine, there will be no ...
Trump on Ukraine and Russia Talks: I'm Disappointed but Putin Wants to Negotiate
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed disappointment over recent talks involving Ukraine and Russia, stating despite his own concerns, Russian President Vladimir Putin appears ready for negotiation....
Downed drone = safe? Not anymore. Russia booby-traps Starlink terminals for its drones with backup explosives
Russia has reportedly begun using fraudulent documentation and parallel imports to supply Starlink terminals for its drones, creating a risk of attaching backup explosive devices. This strategy aims t...
Moscow: Europe's Silence Reveals Knowledge of Ukraine's Attack on Putin's Headquarters
The statement claims that Europe’s silence regarding recent events indicates prior knowledge of an alleged attack by Ukraine on President Putin's headquarters in Russia. The source critiques the Europ...
How Russian Crude Put US-India Trade on Ice
Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, India has found ways to benefit economically from importing Russian oil at discounted prices. However, the United States is now exerting pressure on Indi...
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