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world18 days ago

Ukraine Targets Russian Oil and Energy Facilities with Storm Shadow Missiles

Ukraine claimed to have attacked the Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara region for the second time this month, causing a fire, and also targeted the Lukoil refinery in Volgograd, damaging infrastructure. Additionally, Ukraine reported strikes on military targets in occupied Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk, amid ongoing conflict and recent missile attacks on Kyiv.

world-news2 years ago

Putin Escalates Offensive with Renewed Strikes on Ukraine Amidst Claims of Terrorism

President Vladimir Putin has declared an intensification of military strikes on Ukraine following a Ukrainian attack on the Russian city of Belgorod, which resulted in civilian casualties. Despite targeting what Putin describes as "military installations," recent Russian strikes have hit civilian structures, including a university and a museum. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has dismissed the idea that Russia is winning the war, citing heavy Russian losses and Ukraine's success in breaking a Black Sea blockade. Zelenskiy also emphasized the need for continued global support and rejected the prospect of peace talks with Russia, labeling their actions as those of a "terrorist country." Putin maintains that Russia holds the "strategic initiative" and seeks to end the conflict on its own terms.

world-news2 years ago

Putin's Mixed Messages: Vows Intensification in Ukraine Amid Calls for Peace on Russian Terms

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to intensify military strikes on Ukraine in response to a deadly attack on the Russian city of Belgorod, which resulted in at least 25 deaths and over 100 injuries. Putin labeled the incident a "terrorist attack" and accused Ukraine of targeting civilian areas. The escalation follows a series of New Year's Day attacks across Ukraine and Russian-occupied territories, including the death of a teenager in Odesa and damage to a historical museum in Lviv. Despite the intensifying conflict, Ukrainian officials seldom admit to strikes on Russian soil.

world-news2 years ago

"Escalating Conflict: Russia Intensifies Strikes as Ukraine's Defenses are Tested Amid Calls for Aid"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to intensify military operations against Ukraine following a Ukrainian attack on the Russian city of Belgorod, which he described as a "deliberate strike against civilians." The attack reportedly resulted in 25 deaths, including a 4-year-old child. Putin's statements come amidst a series of reciprocal bombardments between Russia and Ukraine, with Russia conducting a significant missile attack across Ukrainian cities, leading to at least 45 fatalities. Putin insists on ending the war on Russia's terms and criticizes Western support for Ukraine, while Ukrainian President Zelensky plans to ramp up weapons production, including drones, in the coming year.

world-news2 years ago

"Escalating Conflict: Russia Vows Retaliation as Cross-Border Strikes Intensify Amidst Rising Casualties"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to intensify military strikes on Ukraine in response to an attack on the Russian city of Belgorod, which resulted in civilian casualties. The escalation follows a series of air assaults by Russia on Ukrainian cities. Putin condemned the Belgorod attack as a "terrorist attack" and maintained that Russia targets military rather than civilian sites. He also suggested that Ukraine is being manipulated by Western powers against Russia and expressed confidence in the strategic advantage held by Russian forces.