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
The strikes targeted military sites in the southwestern Kursk region over the weekend, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, just days after the United States approved the use of these advanced weapons in Ukrainian operations within Russian borders
The attack, which struck multiple regions, caused damage to critical infrastructure and residential buildings, leaving communities reeling. According to Ukraine’s air force, the overnight assault involved 188 drones, primarily Shahed models, designed in Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned on Thursday that the conflict in Ukraine is escalating into a global confrontation, accusing the United States and Britain of enabling Ukraine to attack Russian territory using advanced Western weapons
Each shelter consists of two primary modules: a main room capable of accommodating up to 54 people and a technical block housing essential systems. Additional modules can be added to expand capacity or functionality
The updated policy stipulates that if a non-nuclear state attacks Russia with the backing or direct involvement of a nuclear state, Moscow will interpret it as a joint aggression against Russian sovereignty
Trump, who has now secured the presidency, has promised a swift end to the conflict, a stance that has raised both hopes and concerns in global capitals, especially in Ukraine and across Europe, where leaders question the future of U.S. assistance to Kyiv
The bombing, allegedly carried out by Ukrainian operatives, marks one of the highest-profile attacks targeting Russian military officials in Crimea amid ongoing tensions in the region
Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of the Russian Security Council and a close ally of President Vladimir Putin, has urged Western nations to acknowledge Russia's perceived advantage in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine and pursue negotiations to end the war
Dmitry Medvedev, Russia's Deputy Chairman of the Security Council and former president, issued a grave warning directed at former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has pledged to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine if he wins re-election
“We are from Haiti. We came to America six months ago, and we already have our American citizenship – we're voting Kamala Harris,” he says in the clip. U.S. officials contend the video was intended to sow doubt about the integrity of the U.S. election system
Laurent Vinatier, an advisor at the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue, was apprehended by Russian authorities on Thursday, June 6, on charges of allegedly gathering military intelligence and failing to register as a "foreign agent"
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky disclosed that over 200 people might have been inside the supermarket at the time of the bombing. Describing the attack as an act of "Russian madness," Zelensky condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin and his forces for their actions
The French delegation was led by Lt Gen Gaël Diaz De Tuesta, Director General of Armament (DGA), while the Indian side was represented by Dinesh Kumar, Joint Secretary and Acquisition Manager (Maritime Systems) in the Indian Ministry of Defence
The announcement, made Thursday by the French finance ministry, signals a significant strategic move to advance Europe's digital and defense sovereignty. The investment will increase France’s stake in Eutelsat to around 30%, up from below 20%
The heatwave began intensifying on Thursday, particularly in eastern France, where daytime temperatures ranged between 32°C and 35°C. Météo-France attributes the soaring heat to a blocking anticyclone currently dominating much of Europe
At the heart of the collection is Napoleon’s iconic bicorne hat — the black felt headpiece worn at an angle so his silhouette could be instantly recognised in the chaos of battle. The hat is expected to sell for over half a million dollars, and is one of fewer than 20 authentic bicornes still in existence
With the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo looming large in September, Friday’s meet is expected to serve as a vital benchmark for form and fitness, as Olympic champions, world title-holders, and rising stars prepare for another shot at global glory
