Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange with the help of the United Arab Emirates, with 206 individuals being swapped. President Zelenskyy stated that all 103 Ukrainians returned were military personnel. The Russian Defense Ministry mentioned that the exchanged soldiers had been taken prisoner in the Kursk region during a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces….
President Putin of Russia has warned that if the US and its allies lift restrictions on Ukraine’s use of long-range Western weapons, it would be considered an act of war. This warning comes ahead of talks in Washington where the issue is expected to be discussed. Putin stated that allowing Ukraine to use these weapons…
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris participated in a debate, focusing on the war in Ukraine and Russia’s involvement. Harris criticized Trump’s handling of the situation, accusing him of being willing to abandon Ukraine. Trump defended himself, claiming he would negotiate a deal to end the war and save lives. Both candidates…
Russia has taken control of a town in eastern Ukraine as its forces advance towards the city of Pokrovsk. The Russian forces are aiming to take the whole of the Donbas region. The Ukrainian military has reported repelling Russian advances, but there are concerns about Russian overreach. President Putin said Ukrainian incursions into Russian territory…
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is heading to Moscow to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict, following Prime Minister Modi’s recent visits to both countries. During a phone call with President Putin, Modi emphasized India’s commitment to a peaceful resolution. Doval’s visit is part of the BRICS NSA meeting, where he will also hold talks with Chinese…
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei recently met with President Masoud Pezeshkian and his cabinet members in Tehran for Government Week. Meanwhile, the United States has informed allies that it believes Iran has transferred short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the war in Ukraine. The White House has expressed concern over Iran’s support of…
CIA Director William Burns expressed concern about the risk of Russia using nuclear weapons on the battlefield against Ukraine in 2022, but emphasized that the West should not be intimidated by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s threats. Burns stated that Putin is a bully and that the West should not be unnecessarily intimidated. He also mentioned…
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited Ramstein Air Base in Germany for a security summit, marking a critical moment in the war following Russia’s invasion. The meeting came after a deadly attack in Poltava and continued Russian assaults across Ukraine. Zelenskyy highlighted Russia’s aggression and the importance of air defense systems. The meeting discussed Ukraine’s war strategy…