South Korean Foreign Ministry shows South Korean Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun (R) speaking to Russian ambassador to South Korea Georgy Zinoviev (L) at the Foreign Ministry in Seoul.

South Korea summons the Russian ambassador to protest the deployment of North Korean troops

On Monday, South Korea‘s foreign ministry summoned the Russian ambassador in Seoul to express its concerns regarding the reported deployment of North Korean troops to Russia for use in Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a coordinated international response. First Vice Foreign Minister Kim Hong-kyun met with Georgy Zinoviev, the Russian ambassador, and called for the immediate withdrawal of North Korean forces from Russian territory, as … Continue reading South Korea summons the Russian ambassador to protest the deployment of North Korean troops

Trump blames Zelenskiy for war with Russia

Donald Trump, during a Thursday appearance, attributed the initiation of the war in Ukraine to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, indicating a potential shift in U.S. policy towards Russia should he win the upcoming election on November 5. The former Republican president has consistently criticized Zelenskiy throughout his campaign, labeling him “the greatest salesman on Earth” for securing substantial U.S. military assistance since the onset of the … Continue reading Trump blames Zelenskiy for war with Russia

Investigators work in the courtyard of a damaged multi-story residential building following an alleged Ukrainian drone attack in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in Ramenskoye in the Moscow region, Russia

Ukraine’s commander ordered an enhancement of defenses in eastern Donetsk region

Ukraine‘s armed forces commander, General Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced on Thursday that he has ordered an enhancement of defenses in the eastern Donetsk region, following the withdrawal of Kyiv’s forces from the town of Vuhledar the previous day. Despite a surprise incursion by Ukrainian forces into Russia’s western Kursk region in August, which was anticipated to hinder Russian advances, enemy troops continue to make gradual progress … Continue reading Ukraine’s commander ordered an enhancement of defenses in eastern Donetsk region

Mark Rutte’s first official trip to the Ukraine as the head of NATO

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and Kyiv’s “victory plan.” This visit marked Rutte’s first official trip to the Ukrainian capital since assuming his role as the head of the alliance. During a joint press conference, Zelenskiy expressed his desire for Ukraine’s allies to intercept Iranian missiles and drones that Russia has … Continue reading Mark Rutte’s first official trip to the Ukraine as the head of NATO

Ukrainian military targeted a Russian radar station with ATACMS ballistic missiles

The Ukrainian military announced on Thursday that it had used ATACMS ballistic missiles to target a Russian radar station, aiming to diminish Moscow’s capability “to detect, track and intercept aerodynamic and ballistic targets.” The military did not specify the timing of the strike or the location of the ‘Nebo-M’ radar station in its statement shared via the Telegram messaging app. “The elimination of the Nebo-M … Continue reading Ukrainian military targeted a Russian radar station with ATACMS ballistic missiles

Russian forces seized the eastern Ukrainian town of Vuhledar

Russian forces have fully seized the eastern Ukraine‘s town of Vuhledar, a stronghold that had withstood heavy assaults since the onset of the 2022 conflict, according to reports from Russian war bloggers and media on Wednesday. Videos shared on Russian Telegram channels showed troops raising the Russian tricolor flag over the ruins of the town. Once home to more than 14,000 residents, Vuhledar has suffered … Continue reading Russian forces seized the eastern Ukrainian town of Vuhledar

Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia Sergei Ryabkov

Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with US, Sergei Ryabkov says

Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with the United States and has issued multiple warnings to Washington regarding the deteriorating state of relations, as stated by Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov on Tuesday. The ongoing war in Ukraine, now in its second and a half year, has led to the most severe tensions between Russia and the West since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, … Continue reading Russia is bracing for a prolonged standoff with US, Sergei Ryabkov says

Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyi seen during official meeting in Kiev.

Could the provision of Indian ammunition to Ukraine put a strain on Modi’s relationship with Putin?

During his visit to Moscow in early July, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi characterized Russia as New Delhi’s “trusted ally” and “all-weather friend,” highlighting the long-standing strategic partnership between the two countries. However, this relationship is now facing scrutiny, particularly following reports that Kyiv has obtained Indian ammunition for use in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. An investigation by Reuters indicates that Indian shells, purchased by … Continue reading Could the provision of Indian ammunition to Ukraine put a strain on Modi’s relationship with Putin?

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Putin has authorized the conscription of 133,000 new servicemen

Russian President Vladimir Putin has authorized the conscription of 133,000 new servicemen as part of the autumn draft, which is set to commence on October 1 and continue until the end of the year, as outlined in a decree released by the Kremlin on Monday. The decree, which appeared in the state-run newspaper Rossiyskaya Gazeta, specifies that the draft will target citizens aged 18 to … Continue reading Putin has authorized the conscription of 133,000 new servicemen

Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov

Ukraine’s defense minister dismisses three deputies

Ukraine‘s defense minister announced the dismissal of three deputy ministers in a cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening the country’s response to Moscow’s ongoing invasion, which has persisted for two and a half years. Rustem Umerov shared this information via social media on Tuesday, stating that he has requested the government to relieve Stanislav Haider, Oleksandr Serhiy, and Yuriy Dzhygyr from their roles as deputy defense … Continue reading Ukraine’s defense minister dismisses three deputies