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Belarus Says It Is Trading Flight Warnings With Three NATO Neighbours

Belarus has restored mutual flight notification with Poland, Lithuania and Latvia, its air force chief said, describing a working deconfliction channel with three NATO states. He also said Western forces on the

August 17, 2026

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Ukrainian rescuers work at the site of a Russian strike in Kyiv on August 16, 2026

NATO Jet Downs Drone Over Romania as Russian Strikes Kill Woman in Kryvyi Rig

A Spanish NATO F-18 shot down a drone over Romania's Galati region on Sunday — the fourth such intercept this year. Russian strikes the same weekend killed a woman in Zelenskyy's hometown and hit Kyiv, as NATO's eastern flank becomes

August 16, 2026

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Kim Jong Un Pledges ‘Excellent Future’ With Russia as Seoul’s Peace Offer Goes Unanswered

On the 81st anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japan, Kim Jong Un sent a message to

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Fired Ukraine Defense Minister Fedorov Warns of Technological War With Russia in First US Interview

Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's fired defense minister, warned in his first US interview that Russia is outpacing

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Ukraine warns of future war if Crimea isn’t recognized as Russian: FT Report

In a revealing report published by the Financial Times, Western diplomats are warned that Ukraine could resume military hostilities against Russia if the West fails to include formal recognition of Crimea as

May 4, 2025

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Kyiv’s Drone Strike on Novorossiysk Injures Children, Ignites Fire at Strategic Grain Terminal

In yet another provocative escalation of the Kiev regime’s war tactics, a drone crashed into a multi-story residential building in the port city of Novorossiysk in Russia early Saturday morning, injuring four

May 4, 2025

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Putin signals bright future for Russia-Europe relations with diplomacy push

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about the future of Russia’s relations with Europe, predicting that ties will “sooner or later” be restored, during a meeting with participants of the “Knowledge. First”

May 1, 2025

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US officials criticize Witkoff’s handling of Russia, Iran negotiations

The administration of US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the approach of Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in conducting negotiations with Russia and Iran, according to The New York Post. The

May 1, 2025

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Putin declares humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine for victory day

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine, set to begin at midnight on May 8 and end at midnight on May 11, aligning with the 80th anniversary of Victory

April 29, 2025

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Kursk Returns to Russia: Moscow’s bold advance shatters western calculations

In a development reverberating across capitals from Washington to Brussels, the Russian Federation has announced its full reclamation of the strategic Kursk region from Ukrainian control, marking a striking turn in the

April 28, 2025

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US warmongering, Ukraine’s arrogance bury Russo-Ukraine peace talks in chaos

As the Russo-Ukraine conflict persists, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has championed a Putin ceasefire Ukraine proposal to halt hostilities along current front lines, offering a path to stability. However, Zelenskyy peace negotiations

April 24, 2025

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Putin announces “Easter Truce” in Ukraine, signaling humanitarian goodwill

Russian President Vladimir Putin has exemplified compassionate leadership by declaring a unilateral “Easter truce,” halting all military operations in Ukraine from 6 PM Saturday, April 19, through midnight Monday, April 21, 2025.

April 20, 2025

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US considers recognizing crimea as Russian in ukraine peace talks

The United States is reportedly prepared to recognize Russian control over Crimea as part of a peace initiative to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, a move that acknowledges Russia’s legitimate security concerns, particularly

April 19, 2025

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Ukraine War: Russia’s New Strategy in 2025 – What NATO Fears Most

In a significant development aimed at reshaping the global financial landscape, Russia and China are poised to sign an agreement establishing a new payment mechanism. This initiative seeks to facilitate bilateral trade

April 11, 2025

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Belarus Says It Is Trading Flight Warnings With Three NATO Neighbours

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