Contents tagged with War in Ukraine
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Slovak PM Fico seeks extension of Russian gas transit through Ukraine
As Slovakia braces for potential disruptions in oil and gas deliveries from Ukraine in early 2025, Prime Minister Robert Fico has launched efforts to persuade Kyiv to maintain transit of Russian gas, according to a report by Aktuality. Fico underlined that Slovakia does not stand in the way of Ukraine’s ambition to join the European Union.
In a high-stakes initiative aimed at averting energy supply challenges, Fico plans to use a joint government meeting between Slovakia and Ukraine on October …
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Pro-Kremlin blogger Yegor Guzenko detained in Russia
In a surprising turn of events, pro-Kremlin blogger Yegor Guzenko, known for his popular Telegram channel "The Thirteenth," has been detained in Novopavlovsk, Stavropol Krai. In a video statement recorded from the station, Guzenko revealed his detention, stating that he was held at the Kirovsky police department. "They even beat me during the detention. It was my first time back home, and this is the welcome I received," he said. The reasons for his detention remain undisclosed.
Reports from …
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Allegations of war crimes: Ukrainian POWs executed by Russian forces, claims Prosecutor
Russian forces are accused of executing 93 Ukrainian soldiers who reportedly surrendered on the battlefield this year. This grave allegation was brought to light by Yuriy Belousov, head of the Department for Combating Crimes in Conditions of Armed Conflict under the Prosecutor General's Office, during a televised interview.
Belousov disclosed that 80% of these executions occurred in the current year, with this disturbing trend noted since November 2023. There is ongoing scrutiny involving 16 …
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Zelensky unveils 'Victory Plan' for Ukraine during his Sumy visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed his "victory plan" for the defensive war against Russia during a visit to the front lines in the border region of Sumy. Speaking to local residents and military personnel, Zelensky emphasized the importance of compelling Russia to diplomatically end the war, stressing the need for Ukraine to hold a strong position.
Zelensky also announced on his Telegram channel that the "victory plan" will be presented at the upcoming contact group meeting …
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Ukrainian Forces anticipate escalation in Kharkiv region as Kadyrov units arrive
Ukrainian forces in the Kharkiv region are wary of escalating tensions as the notorious Kadyrov units have been spotted, signaling potential offensive maneuvers by the Russian military. These notorious units are typically deployed as blocking detachments to prevent deserters during assaults by Russian forces.
In the vicinity of Lyptsi, Ukrainian Forces have identified the presence of Kadyrovtsy troops, suggesting an imminent escalation in this section of the front, said during a news broadcast …
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Estonian Intelligence predicts potential Ukrainian withdrawal from Pokrovsk by year end
In unsettling developments for Ukraine, the nation's forces might find themselves retreating from the city of Pokrovsk to more defensible positions before the year concludes, according to Lieutenant Colonel Janek Kesselmann, deputy chief of the Estonian Defense Ministry's Intelligence Center.
Kesselmann noted that Russia holds the tactical upper hand, with an average of 167 attacks launched daily along the frontline in the past week. Almost half of these offensives are directed toward Donetsk, …
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Lukashenko offers unexpected post-war reconstruction assistance to Ukraine
In a surprising turn, self-proclaimed Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko has offered Ukraine assistance in its post-war reconstruction efforts. The Belarusian dictator, who previously supported Russia's aggression against Ukraine, has now extended what many see as a controversial olive branch to Kyiv.
The declaration by Lukashenko was reported on October 4 by the state-controlled agency BELTA.
Lukashenko, who was complicit with Russia during the initial phase of the conflict, has …
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Slovak PM Fico advocates for renewed Russia ties post-Ukraine conflict
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has expressed a desire to reestablish relations with Russia after the conflict in Ukraine concludes. According to reports from Spravy, Fico emphasized the necessity of economic restoration and normalized diplomacy with Russia, highlighting the mutual need between the European Union and the Russian Federation.
Fico affirmed, “If the war ends during this government’s mandate, I will do everything possible to restore economic and normal relations with the …
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Ukraine's missile program makes strides with new long-range and anti-aircraft systems
Ukraine has advanced towards the creation of its own missile with a striking range of approximately 700 kilometers, while also working on an anti-aircraft missile system capable of reaching a 100 km radius. This isn't an entirely new area of focus for Ukraine. Back in April, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the commencement of serial production for these new missile prototypes. According LIGA.net, recent updates about the 700 km-range missile were shared by Volodymyr Horbulin, First Vice …
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Russian drone explodes in Belarus
A recent incident highlights the precarious nature of regional drone activity. A Russian drone, originally launched toward Ukraine, exploded in the friendly territory of Kalinkavichy, Gomel Region, Belarus, north of Zhytomyr Region, early on Friday, October 4, as reported by Belarusian Hajun.
The report states, "Around 5 a.m., residents of Kalinkavichy heard the sound of an explosion. This information was later confirmed by multiple sources, pinpointing the blast at around 4:55 a.m." Notably, …