Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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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 …
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Ukrainian Forces reportedly attempt breakthrough in Russia's Belgorod region
On the morning of August 27, Ukrainian military forces reportedly attempted to break into the Belgorod region of Russia.
The pro-Kremlin Telegram channel Shot was the first to report on the attempted breakthrough in Belgorod. According to the channel, approximately 60 Ukrainian soldiers initiated the operation around 8:00 AM near the village of Nekhoteevka. The group allegedly included eight armored vehicles.
Later, reports surfaced of 200 Ukrainian soldiers and several infantry fighting …
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Ukrainian Forces resume push into Kursk region
Russian Telegram channels and media outlets are reporting that the Ukrainian army has resumed its advance deeper into the Kursk region, targeting several populated areas.
After several days of relative calm, the frontline in the Kursk region is once again active, according to the Russian Defense Ministry-affiliated Telegram channel "Rybar." However, it remains unclear if the reported movements represent actual advances or simply the stabilization of existing positions. The Ukrainian project …
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Zelensky to present Ukraine’s comprehensive victory plan to Biden in September
In September, President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to present a comprehensive victory plan for Ukraine to his American counterpart, President Joe Biden. The plan, as Zelensky outlined during a press interaction, covers various critical areas, reports Ukrainska Pravda
According to Zelensky, one aspect of the victory plan includes a military operation by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region.
"The second component is Ukraine's strategic position in global security infrastructure. The …
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Secret talks in Qatar: Ukraine and Russia's attempt at ceasefire disrupted by Kursk offensive
Journalists report that the planned talks aim to reach an agreement to stop strikes on the energy infrastructure of both countries. Characterized as a “remarkable agreement,” this plan was allegedly set to be signed in Qatar and also addressed a “partial ceasefire.”
Confidential negotiations under Qatar’s auspices were reportedly held between Kyiv and Moscow regarding a partial ceasefire. However, they were allegedly disrupted due to a Ukrainian military offensive in the Kursk region, reports …
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Russian generals coerce young conscripts into frontline contracts amid rising disappearances
In Russia, the drumbeat of concern grows louder as parents of conscripts raise the alarm. Their 18-year-old children are being forced to sign contracts and are subsequently dispatched to the Kursk region, where many go missing. Russian army generals threaten reluctant conscripts with legal action, emphasizing that they will end up on the frontlines anyhow. Numerous accusations from parents have been shared on the Telegram channel "Tverdy Znak Tambov" .
Valentina Ovchinnikova from the Ivanovo …
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Lithuania announces major military aid package for Ukraine: air defense systems, drones, and more
Lithuanian Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė has announced a new military aid package, including air defense systems and other equipment, set to arrive in Ukraine by early September.
Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish President Andrzej Duda, Šimonytė reiterated Lithuania's unwavering stance on the conflict: Ukraine must win, Russia must lose.
"During our meeting today, I informed President Zelensky that Lithuania's latest military …