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Russia says its forces advance in eastern Ukraine
BDNews24
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Russian forces advanced at key points along the front in eastern Ukraine, defeating Ukrainian units in at least six different regions, and used missiles and drones to strike ammunition depots and airfields, the defence ministry said. Russia, which...
EU could hand another 100bn to Ukraine Bloomberg
Sacramento Sun - California
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A special fund is being considered in the blocs next seven-year budget, insiders have told the news outlet European Union officials are weighing a proposal to provide Ukraine with another €100 billion ($117 billion) in grants and low-interest...
Oscar-Winning Ukrainian Director Mstyslav Chernov on Immersive War Doc ‘2,000 Meters to Andriivka’: ‘Ukraine Is Even Stronger Than It Was Before’
Variety
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July 9, 2025
In order to make his new doc “2,000 Meters to Andriivka,” Ukrainian director Mstyslav Chernov embedded with a Ukrainian platoon on a slow, deadly mission navigating minefields through two kilometers of heavily fortified forest. They were on a...
Zelensky in Rome for pope talks, Ukraine recovery conference
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
ROME: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived Wednesday in Rome, where he is due to meet Pope Leo XIV and participate in an international conference on rebuilding his war-torn country. Zelensky is also expected to meet with Italian...
EU proposes €100bn fund for Ukraine in 2028–2034 budget
Ukrainska Pravda
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Stock photo: Getty Images The European Union is considering the possibility of creating a fund of €100 billion to support Ukraine within the seven-year budget for 2028–2034. Source: Bloomberg, as reported by European Pravda Details: Funding of...
Hegseth Did Not Notify White House Before Halting Ukraine Weapons, Sources Say
Kyiv Post
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July 9, 2025
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth authorized a pause in weapons shipments to Ukraine last week without informing the White House, according to multiple sources familiar with the decision. On July 2, the Pentagon abruptly announced it would...
Europe’s top rights court finds Russia responsible for downing of MH17, rights abuses in Ukraine
Regional Media News - Iowa
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July 9, 2025
By Makini Brice PARIS (Reuters) -Europe’s top human rights court ruled unanimously on Wednesday that Russia was responsible for the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 in 2014 and also that Moscow had repeatedly and systematically violated...
Czech president states EU must rethink Russia policy
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Czech President Petr Pavel has called on the European Union to reconsider its strategy toward Russia once the conflict in Ukraine ends, suggesting future dialogue on European security and economic cooperation. His comments, made in an...
Trump Admits Solving Ukraine Conflict is Difficult
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) US President Donald Trump has recognized that bringing an end to the war in Ukraine has turned out to be more challenging than he initially believed. He also expressed skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin’s commitment to...
European Commissioner for Human Rights points out that only sustainable peace can provide basis for return of Ukrainian refugees - memo
Interfax Ukraine
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July 9, 2025
The memorandum on the human rights elements for peace in Ukraine notes that the return of refugees and internally displaced persons to Ukraine can only take place in conditions that ensure a just and sustainable peace. It also notes that their...
Russia says it has evidence Ukraine has repeatedly used anti-personnel landmines
Regional Media News - Iowa
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July 9, 2025
MOSCOW (Reuters) -Russia’s foreign ministry said on Wednesday that it has evidence that Ukraine has repeatedly used anti-personnel mines which have injured civilians and so Kyiv’s exit from the Ottawa Convention would have no impact on the...
What’s behind Trump’s Ukraine weapons U-Turn?
Washington Examiner
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July 9, 2025
On July 1, the Trump administration announced a pause in specific United States weapons systems to Ukraine as part of a more exhaustive Pentagon review of U.S. munitions stockpiles. The suspension caught Europe and Ukrainian President Volodymyr...
All major traders return to Ukraine, annually attract up to $15 bln for export of Ukrainian grain - UGA
Interfax Ukraine
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July 9, 2025
As of the 2024-2025 marketing year, all major trading companies that export grain and oilseed crops have returned to Ukraine, which is a very positive fact, because they are able to attract large financial resources and lend for sowing and...
Teachers in Ukraine Pretend Not to Understand Russian
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s official overseeing education rights has suggested that teachers should act as though they do not comprehend Russian when interacting with students. This guidance aligns with government directives that prioritize the Ukrainian...
As Ukrainians resist tyranny, the most powerful nations must shake off their complacency
Daily Maverick
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July 9, 2025
Standing in the heart of Kyiv, I am struck by the contrast of resilience and despair that defines our city. On the night of 3 July, Kyiv residents were again forced to seek shelter in the subway as Russia launched a brutal barrage of 550 drones...
Explosions Damage Key Russian Military Pipelines according Ukraine Intelligence Source
Pipeline Technology Journal
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September 7, 2025
Explosions in Russia's far eastern city of Vladivostok damaged a gas pipeline and destroyed a water pipeline supplying military facilities early Friday, a source within Ukraine's military intelligence (HUR) told the Kyiv Independent on Friday. The...
Chinese spies arrested in Kyiv for attempting to ‘illegally export secret documentation’ to Beijing
LondonlovesBusiness
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July 9, 2025
The Counterintelligence Service of the Security Service of Ukraine SSU has arrested two Chinese spies in Kyiv who attempted to “illegally export secret documentation.” The two Chinese nationals were detained as they tried to smuggle out top secret...
German Chancellor Merz Confirms Continued Support for Ukraine’s Air Defense
Mezha
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July 9, 2025
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz confirmed that the country will continue its active support of Ukraine’s air defense. He also expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for resuming arms supplies to Ukrainian forces. These statements were...
Trump’s Frustration Fuels U.S. Military Aid to Ukraine
Asume Tech
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July 9, 2025
In a stark expression of frustration, President Donald Trump vowed during a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday to escalate military support for Ukraine amidst escalating tensions with Russia. “We get a lot of bull—you know what—from Putin,” he stated,...
Donald Trump Just Restored American Aid to Ukraine. What Does It Mean?
The National Interest - Washington D.C.
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July 9, 2025
Well, that didn’t last long. President Donald Trump announced yesterday that his administration would resume weapons shipments to Ukraine after the Pentagon instituted a brief pause last week to allow a stockpile audit. While speaking with Israeli...