Biden's Ambitious Military Package Faces Challenges
Upon his return from Israel following the Israel-Hamas conflict, President Biden has proposed a substantial military package worth $100 billion to Congress. However, this comprehensive package encompassing Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan faces significant obstacles.
Ukraine Reacts to Elon Musk:
Elon Musk, the world's wealthiest businessman, has once again captured headlines with his claims of involvement in the Ukrainian War. How has Musk influenced the course of the conflict thus far?
Who Is Ukraine's New Defense Minister, Rustem Umerov?
Ukrainian President Zelensky has appointed Rustem Umerov, a Crimean Tatar, as the Minister of Defense. What do we know about Umerov, who previously a subject of debate and speculation in Turkey?
Ukrainian President to request Parliament's dismissal of Defense Minister
Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, announced on Sunday his intention to seek parliament's approval this week for the dismissal of Oleksii Reznikov from the position of defense minister.
Russia reports Ukraine's attempted drone attacks on Crimean Bridge
Russia has revealed that Ukraine made fresh attempts to carry out drone attacks on the Crimean Bridge, which connects the mainland with the Crimean Peninsula. The Russian Defense Ministry issued a statement indicating that Kyiv had made three separate attempts to target the bridge during the previous night, and all of these attacks were successfully thwarted.
Ukraine troops advancing, defying critics, says Zelenskiy
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asserted on Saturday that Kyiv's troops were making progress in their counteroffensive against Russian forces, challenging Western officials who have expressed concerns about Ukraine's slow territorial gains.
US to send Depleted-Uranium munitions to Ukraine
The Biden administration is set to send armor-piercing munitions containing depleted uranium to Ukraine, marking the first U.S. shipment of these controversial rounds, as revealed in a document obtained by Reuters and corroborated by two U.S. officials.
German businessman arrested for illegally supplying drone parts to Russia
German law enforcement has apprehended a businessman for his involvement in supplying drone components to a Russian defense company. Prosecutors confirmed the arrest on Tuesday, shedding light on the violation of EU sanctions.
Russia interprets Ukrainian Official's remark on Crimea as evidence of Western complicity in war
A comment made by a Ukrainian presidential adviser about an "absolute consensus" to conduct strikes against Russian targets in Crimea has been seized upon by Russia as evidence of Western complicity in the Russia-Ukraine war. Dmitry Medvedev, the deputy head of the Russian Security Council, stated that this comment confirms the West's involvement in the conflict on the side of Kyiv. Medvedev referred to the consensus as a "refined casus belli," suggesting that it could be used as a legal justification for Russia to take action against NATO countries.
US approves $104 million Air-to-Surface missile sale to Japan
Biden administration gives Green Light to $104 Million Joint Air-to-Surface standoff missiles with extended range deal
No alternative to Black Sea Grain Initiative, asserts Turkish official
Doubts persist over survival of Black Sea Grain Deal without Russia, says chief adviser to President Erdogan
US strongly condemns ongoing persecution of Crimean Tatars
Blinken urges Russia to cease 'persecution of Crimean Tatars, end Ukraine occupation, and release political prisoners'
Ukraine announces liberation of strategic southeastern settlement
On Monday, Ukraine declared that its forces had successfully liberated the southeastern settlement of Robotyne and were currently pushing further south as part of their counteroffensive against Russian forces.
Turkish foreign minister holds talks with Ukrainian President in Kyiv
Turkey's Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, engaged in discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the capital city of Kyiv on Friday, according to an announcement by the Turkish Foreign Ministry.
UN warns of escalating severity in Ukraine conflict following Russia's withdrawal from Grain Deal
The United Nations issued a caution on Thursday, highlighting that the severity of the conflict in Ukraine has intensified subsequent to Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea Grain agreement in July.
Ukraine seeks Bulgaria's help to export grain amid Black Sea blockade.
In Athens, the Ukrainian President met with Bulgarian Prime Minister Nikolay Denkov and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic
Russia warns of escalation as Ukraine receives F-16s
Russia said on Monday that the decision by Denmark and the Netherlands to donate F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine would only escalate the conflict. The Ukrainian side believes the planes will help end Moscow's occupation.
Russia: Nuclear weapons only response to external threats
Foreign Minister Lavrov Discusses Nuclear Deterrence, Ukraine Conflict, and Russia-Africa Relations with The International Affairs Magazine
Ukrainian drones hit Russian airfield in Novgorod
The Russian Defense Ministry has reported that the Ukrainian military carried out a drone strike on a military airfield in the Novgorod Region.
Putin meets with top generals in Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin visited the commander of Russia's operation in Ukraine and other top military brass, the Kremlin said on Saturday, a meeting that came after Ukraine claimed counteroffensive gains on the southeastern front.
US Dispatches F-16s to Ukraine
The United States has granted approval for the transfer of F-16 fighter jets from Denmark and the Netherlands to Ukraine. Although Ukrainian pilots will operate the aircraft, specific delivery dates have yet to be disclosed.
China to UN: Arming Ukraine will not bring peace
US, allies have supplied Kyiv with heavy weapons since Russia launched its war on Ukraine
Russia: Drone attack on Moscow disrupted air traffic
A Ukrainian drone smashed into a building in central Moscow on Friday after Russian air defences shot it down, disrupting air traffic at all the civilian airports of the Russian capital, Russian officials said.
Belarus will respond immediately to aggression: President
Response will be ‘overwhelming,’ Lukashenko warns
Ukraine: new attack on grain silos
Ukraine said Russia had attacked its grain storage facilities overnight, but a container ship left the Black Sea port of Odesa on Wednesday despite Moscow's threat to target shipping after it abandoned an export deal.
Ukraine puts pressure on Germany to increase military assistance
Acquiring air defense systems, various ammunitions, armored vehicles are priority for Ukraine, says Defense Ministry
NATO stands by Ukraine, pledges continued support for territorial integrity
Kyiv lashes out at remarks by senior NATO official, calling them 'absolutely unacceptable'
