Category: 6. Opinion
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Ukrainian Parliament renames 327 towns to break away from the Soviet heritage
Ukrainian Parliament renames 327 towns to break away from the Soviet heritage – Euromaidan Press 13fdc12183
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Russian airstrike hits elderly care home in Sumy, leaving dead and injured
On 19 September 2024, a Russian guided aerial bomb struck a geriatric care home in Sumy, northern Ukraine, resulting in the tragic death of one person and injuries to at least 12 others, according to local officials. The attack occurred around 4 pm, severely damaging the five-story facility… Continue Reading
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US imposes new sanctions related to Russia, North Korea
On 19 September the United States imposed sanctions on a network of five groups and one person, based in Russia and the Georgian region of South Ossetia, for enabling payments between Russia and North Korea, the US Treasury Department said. This development exposes Russia’s efforts to… Continue Reading
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Ukraine’s electricity production plummets by 70% due to war
A recent study by the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETHZ) has uncovered the devastating impact of the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine on Ukraine’s electricity production. The research, published in the journal “Joule” on 19 September 2024, reveals that the… Continue Reading
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European Parliament urged to allow Ukraine to hit military targets in Russia
In their resolution, European Union Members of Parliament (MEPs) demand that EU countries lift current restrictions that prevent Ukraine from using Western weapons systems against legitimate military targets in Russia. By demanding the removal of restrictions on Ukraine’s use of Western… Continue Reading
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Germany’s new military aid package to Ukraine includes 22 tanks and 61,000 artillery shells
The German government announced a significant new military aid package for Ukraine on 19 September 2023. This comprehensive support includes a wide range of equipment, from tanks and air defense systems to drones and ammunition, aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s defense capabilities, the press… Continue Reading
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Reuters: India faces Russian pressure over shells used in Ukraine
Artillery shells sold by Indian arms makers have been diverted by European customers to Ukraine and New Delhi has not intervened to stop the trade despite protests from Moscow. This development highlights India’s complex geopolitical balancing act, its growing ambitions as an arms exporter,… Continue Reading
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EU allocates part of the proceeds from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s humanitarian needs
EU allocates part of the proceeds from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s humanitarian needs – Euromaidan Press 01786f5610
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New Council of Europe chief says Ukraine support is “number one priority”
Alain Berset, former Swiss cabinet minister, assumed the role of Secretary General of the Council of Europe (CoE) on 18 September, immediately emphasizing support for Ukraine during the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war as his administration’s top priority. Berset, who served as a Member of the… Continue Reading
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EU defense chief warns of potential Russian confrontation within decade
New EU defense commissioner Andrius Kubilius has warned that the European Union must rapidly strengthen its defense capabilities as it could face a potential confrontation with Russia within six to eight years, according to Reuters. Various EU officials and military chiefs have warned of… Continue Reading