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Zelensky Condemns ‘Vile’ 12-Hour Russian Barrage On Kyiv

Zelensky Condemns ‘Vile’ 12-Hour Russian Barrage On Kyiv

September 28, 2025 10:23 am

Ukraine endured one of its most sustained air assaults in months on Saturday night, as Russian forces unleashed a 12-hour bombardment that killed at least four people and injured more than 70, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

The attacks, which involved nearly 600 drones and dozens of missiles across seven regions, struck hardest in Kyiv, where the victims included a 12-year-old girl. Emergency services confirmed that a nurse and a patient were killed when the city’s Institute of Cardiology was hit. Other strikes damaged a bakery, an automobile rubber factory, apartment blocks, and critical infrastructure.

“This vile attack shows Moscow’s only …

Kyiv Endures Deadly Barrage As Russia Expands Air Campaign

Kyiv Endures Deadly Barrage As Russia Expands Air Campaign

September 28, 2025 10:08 am

Kyiv awoke to another night of terror after Russian forces unleashed what Ukrainian officials described as a “massive attack” on the capital and multiple regions across the country. At least four people were killed and 27 wounded in the capital, while a separate strike on Zaporizhzhia injured 16, including three children.

Ukraine’s foreign minister said Moscow had launched “hundreds of drones and missiles” in the overnight bombardment, one of the heaviest in recent months. Russia has yet to comment on the strikes, though the scale suggested an effort not only to damage infrastructure but also to test Ukraine’s overstretched defenses.…

Washington OKs $780m Javelin Missile Deal With Poland

Washington OKs $780m Javelin Missile Deal With Poland

September 19, 2025 7:40 am

The United States has approved the sale of Javelin Missile Systems and support equipment to Poland, a deal estimated at $780 million, as Warsaw strengthens its defences against growing threats from Russia.

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) confirmed on Thursday that the Polish government requested 2,506 FGM-148F Javelin missiles and 253 Javelin Lightweight Command Launch Units. The shoulder-fired missile system is widely used against tanks, armoured vehicles, bunkers, and low-flying aircraft.

Alongside the missiles, the package includes simulation rounds, battery coolant units, toolkits, spare parts, and training support. U.S. government and contractor assistance will also be provided. The DSCA …

Ukraine Becomes Test Of Britain’s Soft Power On Trump

Ukraine Becomes Test Of Britain’s Soft Power On Trump

September 18, 2025 5:37 am

King Charles III’s state banquet speech on Wednesday was cloaked in tradition, heavy on ceremony, and cautious in tone. Yet amid the gilded grandeur of Windsor Castle, one short passage cut through the pageantry: Ukraine.

“In two World Wars, we fought together to defeat the forces of tyranny,” the king said, raising his glass toward President Donald Trump beneath the vaulted ceiling of St. George’s Hall. “Today, as tyranny once again threatens Europe, we and our allies stand together in support of Ukraine, to deter aggression and secure peace.”

The words were gentle, but deliberate. For Britain, Ukraine remains the …

Mudryk’s Doping Case Reveals Legal Battles And Setbacks

Mudryk’s Doping Case Reveals Legal Battles And Setbacks

September 16, 2025 4:49 pm

Mykhailo Mudryk’s career has been thrown into turmoil as the Chelsea and Ukraine winger faces a doping charge that has left him provisionally suspended from football. The 24-year-old, who joined Chelsea in January 2023 for an initial €70 million, was first suspended in December 2024 after a urine test detected a banned substance. A formal charge followed in June, though the Football Association’s investigation remains ongoing without a clear timeframe for resolution.

Mudryk’s defence is being managed by a high-profile sports law firm with a history of representing elite athletes in similar cases. His inner circle insists that he never …

Romania Scrambles Jets After Drone Breach Amid Russia Strike

September 14, 2025 6:57 am

Romania scrambled fighter jets late Saturday after a drone entered its airspace during a Russian strike on neighboring Ukraine, its Ministry of National Defence confirmed. The incident heightened concerns across Eastern Europe as Kyiv accused Moscow of deliberately expanding the war.

The breach triggered a swift response, with Romania deploying two F-16s and two Eurofighters—part of Germany’s NATO air policing mission in the country—while warning citizens to seek shelter. The jets tracked the drone until it “disappeared from radar” near the village of Chilia Veche.

Defence Minister Ionut Mosteanu revealed the F-16 pilots were close to intercepting the drone …

Oil Prices Rise On Ukraine Conflict And Supply Concerns

Oil Prices Rise On Ukraine Conflict And Supply Concerns

September 2, 2025 10:06 am

Oil prices climbed on Tuesday amid growing concerns over supply disruptions as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine intensifies, while investors also weigh upcoming U.S. jobs data that could influence interest rate decisions.

Brent crude rose 37 cents, or 0.54%, to $68.52 per barrel by 7:17 AM WAT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $1.01, or 1.58%, to $65.02 per barrel. WTI futures did not settle on Monday due to the Labor Day holiday in the United States.

The market is closely watching U.S. labor data, set to be released this week ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September meeting. …

Ireland Signals Willingness For Peacekeeping In Ukraine

Ireland Signals Willingness For Peacekeeping In Ukraine

September 1, 2025 7:24 pm

Ireland has said it is open to playing a role in future peacekeeping operations in Ukraine, as European leaders continue to weigh how to support Kyiv while maintaining pressure on Moscow.

In talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin expressed solidarity after the latest Russian missile strikes on Kyiv, which Ukrainian officials said killed several civilians, including children.

“I expressed my view that recent attacks by Russia are a clear demonstration that President Putin is not interested in peace, despite the efforts of the international community to advance negotiations,” Mr. Martin said. He added that the deliberate …

White House Official Links Ukraine War To Modi Amid Tariffs

White House Official Links Ukraine War To Modi Amid Tariffs

August 28, 2025 10:53 am

A senior White House trade adviser has touched off a diplomatic storm by describing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as “Modi’s war,” sharply criticizing India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian oil.

Peter Navarro, the U.S. trade adviser, made the remark in an interview with Bloomberg TV on Wednesday, just hours after sweeping U.S. tariffs on Indian goods—some as high as 50 percent—took effect. The duties include a 25 percent penalty linked directly to India’s imports of Russian oil and weapons, which Washington argues bankroll Moscow’s war machine.

“Everybody in America loses because of what India is doing,” Navarro said. “Taxpayers lose …

The Energy Conundrum: Rising Costs And The Path Forward

The Energy Conundrum: Rising Costs And The Path Forward

October 9, 2023 3:03 am

Across the expanse of the global arena, the simmering energy crisis has emerged as a prominent fixture, sending shockwaves through nations and economies alike. With geopolitical undercurrents casting shadows, notably the tumultuous state of affairs in Ukraine, the delicate equilibrium of the energy sector finds itself in disarray. Nowhere is this more evident than in Europe, ensnared in the throes of surging natural gas prices, the ramifications of its deep-seated reliance on Russian energy corridors.

While governments grapple with depleting treasuries, the true impact of this crisis is felt at the grassroots. Households, already besieged by economic uncertainties of …

Africa's Role Weighing Putin's Deal And Ukraine Peace

Africa’s Role: Weighing Putin’s Deal And Ukraine Peace

July 31, 2023 3:34 am

As the two-day Russia-Africa summit came to close, African leaders wrestled with unmet expectations, fluctuating grain agreements, and an incessant conflict in Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin provided nebulous commitments, leaving Africa, caught in the crossfire of global politics, on the brink of reassessing its diplomatic strategies. Amidst economic challenges and a convoluted political landscape, Africa’s role in facilitating peace in Ukraine and protecting its interests has become more crucial than ever.

The Russia-Africa summit, a tumultuous panorama of political posturing and complex negotiations, has ended with an air of palpable uncertainty. African leaders now find themselves standing at a …

Why The World Must Unite To End The Madness In Ukraine

Why The World Must Unite To End The Madness In Ukraine

July 10, 2023 3:34 am

It’s been 17 months since Russia invaded Ukraine and since then, the sensibilities of people across the world have continually been assaulted by scenes of destruction, death and misery. This avoidable war has left big scars on the world, impeded supply chains, strained the global economy, and made a mess of our humanity.

The outrage generated following the recent release of footage showing elderly women and children, including a 95-year-old World War II female survivor, killed or injured by Russian missiles fired on apartment buildings once again accentuates the urgency for the international community to accelerate diplomatic efforts to stop …

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