Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Czech Foreign Minister: no restrictions on Ukraine’s use of our weapons
August 31, 2024, PRAGUE – Czech Republic's Foreign Minister, Jan Lipavský, announced that the country has no restrictions on Ukraine's use of military equipment provided by Czechia, while acknowledging some allies' different stances.
Speaking on Saturday at the Globsec security conference in Prague, Lipavský highlighted that Czechia imposes no limitations on how Ukraine can utilize the weapons it receives.
"On the other hand, let's be honest: the most advanced weapon systems with long-range …
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Russian authorities detain two Colombian nationals accused of fighting for Ukraine
Russian authorities have detained two Colombian nationals suspected of participating in combat activities alongside Ukraine, reports RIA Novosti citing the FSB. The security service identified the detainees as José Aaron Medina Miranda and Alexander Ante. Colombian media had reported that the two men went missing in Venezuela while on their way back home to Colombia.
"José Aaron Medina and his partner Alexander Ante were preparing to return home after a lengthy struggle against Russia. As they …
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Ukraine sees 2.5x surge in conscription following new mobilization law, Ministry of Defense reports
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has recorded a significant increase in the reserves of Ukraine’s Armed Forces (UAF) thanks to a new mobilization law. The rate of conscripts has surged by 2.5 times compared to the first quarter, reports the Ukrainian publication "Telegraf", citing the Ministry's press service.
“The enactment of the Law of Ukraine dated April 11, 2024, No. 3633-IX has allowed us to increase the conscription rates for military service during mobilization by 2.5 times compared …
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Russian mercenaries withdraw from Burkina Faso amid Ukraine’s offensive in Kursk region
Russian mercenaries from the "Medvedi" Private Military Company (PMC) have returned to Russia after a mission in Burkina Faso where they provided security for the junta leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore.
The "Medvedi" Brigade, also known as the Bear Brigade, arrived in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, earlier this year to support Captain Traore, who seized power in 2022. Initially deployed to Crimea, these mercenaries later moved to Russia’s Kursk region as Ukrainian forces pressed their …
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Russia establishes volunteer brigade in Kursk region to counter Ukrainian attacks and ensure regional safety
In the Kursk region, a volunteer brigade is being created to "maintain law and order" in areas occupied by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. "We discussed the formation of the 'Bars-Kursk' volunteer brigade. This new unit will be a crucial element in maintaining law and order in the Kursk region. The primary function of the brigade is to ensure safety in eight evacuated districts as well as in other territories of the Kursk region," acting governor of the region, Alexei Smirnov, wrote on his …
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Ukraine’s National Guard Major downplays Pokrovsk battle fears, predicts prolonged fighting in Donbas
According to National Guard reservist Major Oleksiy Hetman, fears about the fighting in Donbas's Pokrovsk may be overstated, as battles could drag on for months. Hetman predicts a decrease in Russian assault intensity by fall.
Attempts by Russian forces to pressure Ukrainian defenses in the Pokrovsk area have been ongoing for many months. Still, Russian forces might exhaust their resources come autumn, expressed Hetman during an appearance on Esprеsso.TV.
Hetman indicates that fighting for …
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Putin's approval ratings hit new low amid Ukrainian incursion into Kursk region
Trust in President Vladimir Putin has dipped to levels not seen since October last year following the Ukrainian army's incursion into the Kursk region. Only 45% of respondents in August cited Putin among politicians they trust, according to a study by Russian sociologists at the "Levada Center" , reports the news outlet Agenstvo Novosti. This figure is down 3 percentage points from July.
The last time trust levels were this low was in October of the previous year, recovering from a significant …
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Russian forces continue their push towards Pokrovsk
Russian forces are making significant tactical advancements southeast of Pokrovsk, continuing their offensive in Donbas. In just a few days, they have captured Novogrodivka — a crucial stronghold for Ukrainian Armed Forces, located 10 km southeast of Pokrovsk. Mass evacuations are now underway in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad.
Russian "war correspondents" claim that Russian troops are making progress both within and around Novohrodivka. Ukrainian military observer Kostyantyn Mashovets confirms that …
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Dutch Armed Forces Commander: Ukraine cleared to use Dutch F-16s on Russian soil
Ukraine can use the F-16 fighter jets received from the Netherlands on Russian soil, said Onno Eichelsheim, the commander of the Dutch Armed Forces. "We have imposed no restrictions on the use or flight range of F-16s, provided they adhere to the laws of war," Eichelsheim revealed during an interview with national broadcaster NOS.
Eichelsheim mentioned that this policy applies to all weaponry supplied by the Netherlands. The Ukrainian armed forces can utilize them on the battlefield at their …
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UAE banks begin blocking payments made by Russian companies for electronics bought in China
In August, banks in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) began blocking payments for electronic components and consumer electronics purchased by Russian companies, according to a report published on Wednesday, August 28 by the Russian business daily Kommersant.
The payments are reportedly blocked even in cases where the goods do not enter the UAE.
"Russian organizations have been using UAE-based companies as intermediaries to transfer funds for electronics to China, with the goods directly shipped …