Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Germany's Vice Chancellor promises TAURUS missiles to Ukraine amid U.S. policy shift on long-range weapons
Germany's Economics and Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has pledged to supply Ukraine with long-range TAURUS cruise missiles if elected as the head of the German government. In an interview with ARD, the "Alliance 90/The Greens" candidate expressed his intention to reconsider incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz's decision against delivering TAURUS missiles to Kyiv.
A similar campaign promise was previously made by Friedrich Merz, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) contender for Chancellor, who …
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Germany to deliver HX-2 Karma drones and precision munitions to Ukraine in December 2024
In a significant ramp-up of support, Germany will deliver 4,000 precision-guided munitions to Ukraine, said German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius in comments to Bild.
These munitions are the HX-2 Karma drones, manufactured by European defense company Helsing. Designed for precision strikes in complex combat scenarios, the HX-2 Karma is a next-generation loitering munition.
Helsing claims that the drones are equipped with cutting-edge technology, including navigation systems that function …
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Kremlin warns of escalation as US authorizes long-range missile strikes into Russia
In a move generating sharp international reactions, the United States has reportedly authorized Ukraine to conduct long-range ATACMS missile strikes into Russian territory. According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, this decision spearheads a "new level of tension" in the ongoing conflict. Peskov's remarks, broadcasted through by RIA Novosti, highlight that Moscow's stance on American long-range missiles striking inside Russia was firmly stated by President Vladimir Putin back in …
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Ukrainian Forces repel major Russian assault near Kurakhove
Ukrainian forces have successfully repelled a large-scale attack by Russian troops near Kurakhove. The assault, backed by armored vehicles to support advancing infantry aiming to capture Ukrainian positions, was thwarted. A combined effort by Ukrainian tanks, artillery, and FPV drone operators shattered the Russian plans.
At least one Leopard 2A4 main battle tank was instrumental in neutralizing Russian armored vehicles. A video showing this operation, released by the 33rd Mechanized Brigade's …
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Russia's hybrid warfare tactics intensify: EU faces heightened threat from espionage and cyberattacks
Amid ongoing war in Ukraine, Moscow continues to meddle in European Union affairs through hybrid warfare methods, which include espionage, cyberattacks, disinformation, and acts of sabotage.
Russian leader Vladimir Putin remains proactive in influencing EU processes using these hybrid methods, compelling Western nations to take the threats from Russia more seriously, reports German newspaper Die Welt, citing anonymous sources within Western intelligence agencies.
According to these sources, …
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Tragic outcomes for Russian recruits: missing soldiers highlight severe frontline losses
Startling information has emerged about the significant losses suffered by Russian forces in the war against Ukraine. Prisoners from Volgograd Oblast, recruited into the Russian Armed Forces in April 2024, have reportedly been killed on the frontline within weeks, according to the Russian news outlet ASTRA.
According to a report, three buses originally departed full of 108 recruits; 102 are yet to return home after being declared missing. These unsettling figures were shared by the mother of …
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Ukrainian Forces leverage minefields to thwart Russian advances in Kursk region
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have effectively utilized minefields as a critical component of their defense strategy against Russian attacks in the Kursk region, inflicting substantial losses on Russians. The Russian forces have suffered significant damage from anti-tank mines placed strategically throughout the area. A compelling video compilation of these explosive impacts on Russian equipment has been shared by the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on their official Facebook page. …
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Ukraine criticizes German diplomacy amidst Russia's devastating missile attack
In a stark response to a missile attack, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha criticized German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Sybiha emphasized that peace in Ukraine comes through strength, not appeasement.
“Russia launched one of the largest air attacks: drones and missiles against peaceful cities, sleeping civilians, critical infrastructure. This is war criminal Putin’s true response to all those who called and visited him …
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Zelensky: Ukrainian F-16 pilots counter Russian missile barrage, downing 10 aerial targets
During a coordinated missile strike by Russia on Ukraine on November 17, Ukrainian F-16 fighter pilots shot down 10 aerial targets, as reported by President Volodymyr Zelensky. Throughout the week, Russian forces launched 140 missiles of various types, over 900 guided aerial bombs, and more than 600 attack drones. Recovery efforts are underway in the Rivne, Lviv, Dnipropetrovsk, Volyn, and Odesa regions to address the damage to infrastructure. President Zelensky conveyed that the Russians "once …
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Japan commits $3 billion loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian assets
Japan has pledged a $3 billion loan to Ukraine, to be funded using proceeds from frozen Russian assets. This financing falls under the G7 initiative, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after meeting with Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya. Zelensky expressed gratitude to the minister for delivering a new aid package for Ukraine's energy sector. Additionally, Takeshi Iwaya met with Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. During the discussions, an agreement was signed aimed at …