All articles tagged with #ukraine conflict
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The Moscow Times
Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack targeting Putin's residence, with over half of the drones intercepted hundreds of kilometers away, though the details and verification remain uncertain amid Ukrainian and international skepticism.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by The New York Times
A mistake by the Russian government’s ombudsman website accidentally exposed thousands of sensitive complaints, including those from Russian soldiers in Ukraine, revealing significant issues of abuse and coercion, and highlighting a major data breach.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Financial Times
European investors are optimistic about growth in 2026, driven by global recovery hopes and German fiscal stimulus, but geopolitical tensions, especially around Ukraine and US-Europe relations, pose significant risks. A potential peace deal may not substantially boost long-term growth and could introduce political instability, with US opposition to European integration and energy dependencies complicating Europe's path forward.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by The Guardian
Russia claims to have deployed nuclear-capable missile systems in Belarus, amid ongoing tensions and accusations of drone attacks and military escalation related to the Ukraine conflict, with international reactions and diplomatic efforts continuing.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by The Dispatch
The article covers a wide range of topics including Russia and NASA's lunar nuclear projects, US military actions in Nigeria, ongoing Ukraine conflict, Supreme Court decisions, and a roundup of notable films and TV shows of 2025, highlighting the year's major events and cultural moments.
Originally Published 14 days ago — by CNN
Ukrainian President Zelensky is meeting with former President Trump in Florida to discuss a potential peace plan for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks, with significant progress made but key issues like land concessions and security guarantees still unresolved.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Times of India
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that if Ukraine is unwilling to resolve the conflict peacefully, Russia will achieve its goals through force, amid ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. Zelenskyy accused Russia of wanting to continue the war, while Russia reported territorial gains in Ukraine.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by The Moscow Times
Denis Kapustin, leader of the far-right Russian Volunteer Corps fighting alongside Kyiv in Ukraine, was killed in action in the Zaporizhzhia region. Kapustin, known as White Rex, was a neo-Nazi and founder of the RVC, which aims to overthrow Putin and establish an ethnic Russian state. He was on Russia’s terrorist and extremist list and involved in far-right activities across Europe.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by The Moscow Times
Russia's defense sector has seen a significant boost with increased military spending and employment, but signs of slowdown are emerging in 2025 due to sanctions, financial strains, and structural issues, raising questions about the sustainability of its military output.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The Guardian
The Mariupol Drama Theatre, destroyed in a 2022 Russian airstrike and a symbol of the conflict, is set to reopen with a Russian fairytale performance, amid controversy and accusations of cynicism and war crimes, as Russia consolidates control over Mariupol through reconstruction and property seizures, disregarding the city's tragic history and residents' rights.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Institute for the Study of War
False reports and exaggerated battlefield claims are influencing Russian President Putin's understanding of the war, with Russian military officials providing inflated updates, while economic and diplomatic challenges persist. Ukraine continues its military operations and negotiations, and both sides reject ceasefire proposals, amid ongoing targeted strikes and covert operations.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by Financial Times
The article discusses how optimistic battlefield briefings are boosting Vladimir Putin's confidence amid the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the impact of military updates on leadership morale and strategic decisions.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by CNBC
The European Union has approved a €90 billion ($105.5 billion) aid package for Ukraine for 2026 and 2027, funded through joint borrowing rather than Russian assets, with Ukraine's support emphasizing the importance of a ceasefire and negotiated peace. The EU support to Kyiv since 2022 exceeds €187 billion, and efforts continue to shape peace negotiations involving the U.S. and Ukraine.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by Institute for the Study of War
Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Russia's commitment to maximalist war aims in Ukraine, rejecting peace plans and emphasizing territorial expansion and military strength, while Russian forces focus on positional warfare and territorial gains amid ongoing conflict and strikes.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by The Conversation
Russia's wartime economy is under increasing strain as it relies heavily on depleted buffers like reserves and foreign income, with structural issues and external pressures threatening its long-term stability, though it has not yet collapsed.