Tag: Russia-Ukraine war
Iran Accused of Supplying Ballistic Missiles to Russia for Ukraine War
Western allies, including the United States, Britain, France, and Germany, claim that Iran has supplied short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the ongoing [Read More…]
Von der Leyen gets nod for second EU term, Estonia’s Kallas as top diplomat
Ursula von der Leyen has been nominated for a second term as head of the European Commission while Estonia’s prime minister, Kaja Kallas, has been [Read More…]
‘Axis of impunity’: Putin-Kim deal underlines new challenges to world order
Shortly after signing a new comprehensive strategic partnership between their two countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un showed off [Read More…]
Russia vows response against US over Ukraine strikes in Crimea
Moscow on Monday blamed the United States for a Crimea attack using Washington-supplied ATACMS missiles, killing at least four and injuring 151, and formally warned [Read More…]
Five killed, dozens injured in Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Pokrovsk
Officials say the town near the eastern front line was hit by two Iskander-M missiles fired 30 minutes apart. At least five people were killed [Read More…]
US and allies in war of words with Russian-North Korean alliance
Tension has heightened following an announcement of military cooperation during Putin’s visit to Pyongyang last week. The United States and its regional allies in Asia [Read More…]
Russian troops fail to advance as Ukraine garners military, financial aid
Ukraine and Russia have pursued international military agreements as their forces remained largely stalemated during the past week. Russia was unable to make headway in [Read More…]
‘Russia ready for Ukraine peace discussions at any time, any place’
Moscow is ready to hold peace discussions with Ukraine anywhere at any time, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday. Speaking at a news conference in [Read More…]
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 844
As the war enters its 844th day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. Fighting At least 22 [Read More…]
Russia sets date for closed-door trial of US journalist
Evan Gershkovich was detained in March 2023 for allegedly ‘spying’ on a Russian defence enterprise in Yekaterinburg. Russia will hold a closed-door trial for detained [Read More…]
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 842
As the war enters its 842nd day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Politics and diplomacy World [Read More…]
G7 leaders put on good show of unity, but look fragile at home
Fasano, Italy – This year’s G7 summit bore the hallmarks of a fragile club, yet one that still manages to put up a good fight [Read More…]
Russia’s Putin offers truce with Ukraine under certain conditions
President Vladimir Putin said Russia would immediately impose a cease-fire in Ukraine and launch negotiations if Kyiv withdraws its military from four regions Moscow took [Read More…]
Russian warships in Cuba: Is it a port of call or show of strength?
On Wednesday, dozens of Havana residents gathered and watched as Russian warships sailed into Cuba’s main harbour – in the latest display of naval strength [Read More…]
Ukraine’s more liberal use of allied weapons complicates Russian logistics
Russia has failed to make any significant gains in its war in Ukraine during the past week, and suffered a number of setbacks on its [Read More…]
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 839
As the war enters its 839th day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Thursday, June 13, 2024. Fighting At least nine [Read More…]
Russian vessels conduct missile drills in Atlantic on way to Cuba
The frigate and submarine are part of a four-strong fleet that is due to arrive in Cuba on Wednesday. A Russian naval frigate and a [Read More…]
US, France pledge support as Biden warns Russia ‘will not stop’ at Ukraine
The United States and France have both reaffirmed support for Ukraine in its battle against Russia’s invasion during a meeting in the French capital. Speaking [Read More…]
Russia alleges US to blame for civilian deaths, Macron for rising tensions
Russia has ramped up its rhetoric against the West, blaming the United States for Ukraine’s alleged use of US-supplied weapons against civilians on its soil [Read More…]
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 831
As the war enters its 831st day, these are the main developments. Here is the situation on Wednesday, June 5, 2024. Fighting At least eight [Read More…]
