Regarding John Berkowitz’ June 16 guest column calling for Ukraine to stop defending itself and capitulate to Putin’s criminal aggression [”Ukraine War — If we don’t…
Category: 1. Ukraine
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Ukraine war briefing: Russia ‘on verge of recession’, Putin minister tells economic showcase | Ukraine
Vladimir Putin’s economy minister has warned that Russia is “on the verge” of recession as he spoke on the second day of a signature event meant to bolster economic confidence. The minister, Maxim Reshetnikov, said at the St Petersburg…
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Storm destroys over 700 hectares of forest in Rivne region
In Kostopil district, a storm destroyed more than 700 hectares of forest and knocked down thousands of trees.
According to Ukrinform, this was reported by the Rivne Regional State Administration.
“A powerful storm that swept through the forests of Kostopil two…
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Netherlands names new priority in supporting Ukraine after delivering F-16s
Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans has stated that drones have become the new priority in supporting Ukraine following the transfer of 24 F-16 fighter jets.
He shared this in an interview with Ukrinform.
“I think we are supporting the military in a very broad way. I…
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A new special tribunal will investigate Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. Will it be effective?
Earlier this year, the European Union, the Council of Europe, Ukraine and an international coalition of states agreed to establish a new special tribunal.
The tribunal will eventually be tasked with holding Russia accountable for the 2022…
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EU considering moving EUR 200B in frozen Russian assets to riskier investment fund – Politico
The European Union is considering transferring almost EUR 200 billion of frozen Russian state assets held in Belgium into a new, riskier investment fund that would pay out higher interest.
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Russian mole plotting attack on Neptune missile systems exposed in AFU ranks
The SSU military counterintelligence detained a Russian agent who was helping the invaders prepare an air attack on Neptune missile systems, which control the coastal waters of the Black Sea.
According to Ukrinform, this was reported by the Security Service of…
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thousands evade mobilization for cash
The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has submitted to court the indictment against three officials from the Holosiivskyi District Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center (TRC) in Kyiv, the former head of a military medical commission, and two civilians. They are accused of…
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Russian ship Shtandart banned from several French ports – activist
The Russian vessel Shtandart has been banned from entering ports in the French department of Ille-et-Vilaine, including the largest port, Saint-Malo, but some other regions are still ignoring the relevant EU sanctions.
Bernard Grua, spokesperson for the No Shtandart In Europe…
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