Key Russian commander opposed to Putin dies in Ukraine: ‘We will seek revenge’
The leader of Ukraine’s anti-Putin militia, Denis Kaptsyn, was killed during nighttime combat in the Zaporizhzhya region, according to an announcement from his forces on Saturday. Kaptsyn, a prominent commander of the right-wing Russian Volunteer Forces—who have been active against Vladimir Putin’s troops in Ukraine—was reportedly killed in a drone strike at the front. In […]
Zelenskyy criticizes new Russian strike on Kyiv before Trump’s meeting in Florida
Ukraine Faces Renewed Attacks Amid Peace Talks On Saturday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy commented on Russia’s latest assault on Kiev, involving hundreds of drones and numerous missiles, stating it revealed “the true attitude of President Putin and his inner circle.” He made these remarks just ahead of a meeting with President Donald Trump set for Sunday […]
Russian drones and missiles strike Ukraine ahead of Zelensky’s meeting with Trump
On Saturday, Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kiev and other Ukrainian regions just before President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, which he indicated would focus on negotiating an end to nearly four years of conflict. Prior to the attacks, Zelenskyy mentioned that the discussions in Florida on Sunday would […]
Poland Sends Jets on Christmas Day After Spotting Russian Reconnaissance Plane over the Baltic Sea
Poland Intercepts Russian Reconnaissance Plane on Christmas Day On Christmas Day, Polish fighter jets were dispatched to intercept a Russian reconnaissance aircraft that came close to Polish airspace. The Russian plane was safely escorted away from the area. The Polish military released a statement saying, “This morning, near the high seas of the Baltic Sea, […]
Venezuelan Government Highlights Russian Backing, Putin’s Letter to Maduro
Venezuela’s Maduro Thanks Russia for Support Amid U.S. Actions Venezuelan Foreign Minister Ivan Gil, representing President Nicolás Maduro, expressed gratitude towards Russia for its significant backing in light of what he termed the “unlawful” activities of the United States in the Caribbean region. This message was shared through an official email released on a Thursday. […]
Ukraine strikes Russian submarine using underwater drone in Novorossiysk port
On Monday, Ukraine reported a significant underwater drone strike that resulted in substantial damage to a Russian Kilo-class submarine docked at Novorossiysk port. This marks a notable first in this type of attack. The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) revealed that the operation utilized the “Subsea Baby” underwater drone, targeting a submarine that has four launchers […]
US to Remove Certain Trade Sanctions on Belarus, a Russian Ally
VILNIUS, Lithuania – The United States is set to lift sanctions on Belarus’s Cali, marking another step toward improving relations between Washington and the isolated regime. John Cole, the U.S. special envoy to Belarus, made this announcement after meeting with the authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk over the weekend. Minsk, a close ally of […]
Germany Calls Russian Ambassador Regarding Suspected Sabotage
BERLIN — On Friday, the German government called in the Russian ambassador amid allegations of sabotage, cyberattacks, and interference in elections. The government also accused Russia of orchestrating a disinformation campaign. According to German Foreign Ministry spokesman Martin Giese, “The aim of these Russian cyber and disinformation attacks is clear: to divide society, sow distrust, […]
Russian central bank claims EU’s intentions to utilize its assets are unlawful
Russia’s Central Bank Initiates Lawsuit Against Euroclear MOSCOW – The central bank of Russia announced on Friday that it intends to take legal action against Euroclear, a financial institution based in Brussels, claiming that the European Union’s plans regarding Russian assets are unlawful. They assert the need to protect Russia’s interests. In its statement, the […]
Belgium opposes EU proposal to take $224 billion in Russian assets for Ukraine
Discussions on Russian Assets in Belgium German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are in negotiation with Belgium regarding billions of euros in frozen Russian assets. These assets, which total at least 197 billion euros (around $224 billion), are held by Euroclear, a financial institution based in Brussels. The European […]