Category: 6. Opinion

After Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Japan changed its Russia course drastically. The restrained reaction to Russia’s 2014 occupation of Crimea in hopes of reclaiming the Kuril Islands, with only mild sanctions being adopted under pressure from Western allies, was abandoned… Continue Reading

Ukraine is looking to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a potential mediator to help end the war with Russia, reports Politico. India has maintained a balanced approach to the Russia-Ukraine war. While New Delhi has consistently refrained from condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it… Continue Reading

According to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Russian forces made incremental advances in Donetsk Oblast on 25 September 2024, particularly around Vuhledar and Pokrovsk. ISW cited reports from Russian milbloggers and geolocated footage that confirmed the capture of 13 Desantnykiv… Continue Reading

Over 30 countries and the EU adopted a Joint Declaration to support Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction during the meeting in New York. The declaration was adopted during a gathering attended by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Joe Biden, European Commission President… Continue Reading

The US is preparing to announce over $8 billion in military aid for Ukraine on 28 September, during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington, according to two US officials who spoke to Reuters on 27 September. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, Congress has… Continue Reading

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that France will soon prepare and fully equip a Ukrainian brigade following his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron. The proposal comes as Ukraine seeks international support in the ongoing war. Its focus is on strengthening its… Continue Reading

US officials have expressed skepticism about Ukraine’s proposed victory plan ahead of a crucial meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Joe Biden scheduled for 28 September. The plan, which has been billed by Zelenskyy as a framework to defeat Russia, is viewed by senior… Continue Reading

The US Department of Defense has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine valued at $375 million, as reported by Voice of America on 26 September. This latest assistance, provided under the Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) program, marks the 66th tranche of equipment from the Biden… Continue Reading

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced updates to Russia’s nuclear doctrine, introducing “clarifications” regarding the conditions under which Russia might use nuclear weapons. The announcement came during the first public meeting of the Russian Security Council’s standing… Continue Reading

Last night, Russia carried out another massive drone attack against Ukraine, accompanied by several missile and bomb strikes. The Russian forces again targeted energy infrastructure and residential areas, killing at least one civilian and injuring eight more. Other Russian strikes killed seven… Continue Reading