UKRAINE

Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Kyiv Under Fire: A Night of Chaos and Defiance

In the early hours of Friday, Kyiv faced a relentless barrage of Russian drones and missiles, marking one of the most intense nights since the war began. The capital city, a frequent target, saw its air defenses tested as over 550 drones were launched, with 72 breaching the city's protective shields. This number surpassed the previous record set just a week ago, high...

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Jul 07 2025POLITICS

A Russian Official's Sudden Downfall and Ukraine's Ongoing Struggles

A high-ranking Russian official, Roman Starovoit, was found dead in a car near Moscow. He had been fired by President Putin just hours before. The official story says he took his own life, but the full details are still unclear. Starovoit had been in charge of Russia's transport ministry since May 2024. Before that, he was the governor of the Kursk region. Some peop...

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Jul 05 2025POLITICS

Trump's Talk: Ukraine's Fight and U. S. Stance

In a recent chat with reporters, former U. S. President Donald Trump shared his thoughts on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. He made it clear that Russian President Vladimir Putin seems determined to keep fighting, showing no signs of backing down. Trump wasn't pleased with a recent phone call he had with Putin, stating that Putin's focus on continuing the war is tro...

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Jul 04 2025POLITICS

U. S. Weapons Halt for Ukraine Sparks Debate

A recent decision to delay a shipment of U. S. weapons to Ukraine has stirred up quite a bit of controversy. The Defense Department claimed concerns over low stockpiles were the reason, but senior military officers said the aid wouldn't actually threaten U. S. readiness. This move caught many off guard, including the State Department, Congress, and even Ukraine and i...

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Jul 03 2025POLITICS

U. S. Halts Some Arms to Ukraine Amid Trump-Putin Talk

A significant shift in U. S. military aid to Ukraine has sparked debates and concerns. The U. S. has decided to temporarily stop sending certain missiles and ammunition to Ukraine, which is currently defending itself against Russian forces. This decision comes after a review of America's own stockpile of weapons. President Donald Trump announced he will speak with R...

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Defense Grapples with U. S. Aid Uncertainty

Ukraine is in a tough spot right now. They're not sure if the U. S. will keep sending military aid. The Defense Ministry says they haven't gotten any official word about changes. So, they're just going with what they know and checking each delivery as it comes. This isn't the first time the U. S. has paused aid. Back in March, it was all about Trump pushing Ukraine ...

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Jul 02 2025POLITICS

US Weapons Pause: What's Next for Ukraine?

The US has decided to pause some weapons shipments to Ukraine. This includes air defence missiles and other arms that were previously promised. The reason? The US wants to make sure it has enough weapons for itself. This shift comes after a review of US military support around the world. The White House says this decision puts America first. They claim the US milita...

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight: Nato's Promises and the Harsh Reality

The recent Nato summit brought a mix of relief and uncertainty. European leaders breathed a sigh of relief as the US president did not withdraw from the alliance. Instead, all European Nato members agreed to boost their defence spending to 5% of GDP. This move is seen as a step towards balancing the alliance and deterring Russia. However, the situation on the ground...

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Jun 29 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Sky Under Siege: A Night of Drones, Missiles, and Loss

In a relentless assault, Russia unleashed a staggering 537 drones and missiles into Ukraine overnight. The Ukrainian air force reported this massive attack, which marked one of the largest strikes since the war began. During the chaos, Ukraine lost one of its F-16 fighter jets and the brave pilot, Lt. Col. Maksym Ustimenko. He managed to down seven enemy targets bef...

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Jun 28 2025POLITICS

Drones Strike Odesa as Ukraine Hits Back in Crimea

In the early hours, a drone attack on Odesa left two people dead and at least 17 hurt. The victims included a married couple, and three children were among the injured. The drone hit a residential building, causing significant damage and trapping residents inside. Meanwhile, Ukraine launched a counterattack in Crimea. They used special drones to target the Kirovske ...

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