Category: Russia

Speaking to Ukraine’s "Channel 24," Grozev suggested that Moscow might agree to Ukraine’s membership if the United States withdraws military bases from Eastern Europe and eases economic sanctions on Russia

Blinken revealed that China warned Russia against nuclear escalation in Ukraine, playing a critical role in preventing catastrophe. He also hinted at China’s involvement in thwarting other nuclear plans, including a reported Russian scheme to launch a weapon into space

The situation remains fluid, with both Russian and Ukrainian forces controlling different sectors of the embattled village. Analysts suggest that Russia’s advantage in manpower may tilt the outcome of this confrontation in its favor

Azerbaijani MP Rasim Musabeyov, a member of the International Relations Committee, emphasized that Moscow must assume full responsibility for the incident, calling for legal accountability for those involved and compensation for victims’ families

“This is an absolutely barbaric attack on diplomatic institutions,” Tykhyi stated. “Targeting diplomatic missions crosses all red lines and violates international norms. With such actions, Russia has once again confirmed its status as a barbarian state”

Soon after, reports emerged on Russian social media of a fire at the Novoshakhtinsk Oil Refinery, speculated to be linked to the attack. Slyusar later confirmed the refinery fire was a direct result of the drone incident

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius outlined the country’s cautious approach to the potential operation, emphasizing that any involvement would require clear parameters and consent from all parties in the ongoing conflict

The operation had been delayed overnight due to adverse weather conditions, but all 14 crew members aboard the Volgoneft 239 were brought to safety after a concerted effort by Russian emergency services

On Tuesday, two Mirage 2000-D fighter jets, stationed in the Chadian capital of N’Djamena, took off from a French military base, marking the first stage of France's departure from the central African country

According to sources cited by Reuters, these proposals stem from three key advisers within Trump’s circle: retired Army Lieutenant-General Keith Kellogg, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, and Richard Grenell, the former acting director of national intelligence

The majority of Russia's territorial gains were concentrated in the eastern region of Ukraine, particularly around the city of Pokrovsk, located in the Donetsk province. This area, which is a crucial rail and road hub, has seen heavy fighting as Russian troops have pushed closer to its center

The Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War, which is responsible for organizing repatriations, confirmed the return of the fallen soldiers' remains via social media. Of the 502 bodies, 397 were recovered from the eastern Donetsk region, where fighting has been most intense