The battle for Pokrovsk - why Russia wants to capture this key Ukrainian city
Friday, 30 August 2024 Kremlin forces continue to advance on the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, where fighting has been described as "exceptionally tough".
The Ukrainian military’s incursion into Kursk aimed to force Russia to shift troops from key fronts, but Moscow remained focused, according to Colonel General Aleksandr Syrsky. The operation sought to divert Russian forces from areas like Pokrovsk and Kurakhovsk to ease pressure on Ukrainian...
Russia has reportedly entered Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, expanding its war zone beyond Donetsk. While Kyiv dismisses the claim as propaganda, military analysts confirm geolocation evidence of Russian advances. The strategic push threatens to encircle Pokrovsk and compromise Ukrainian defenses. This penetration, though limited, could escalate the war and shift negotiations. Western experts warn of summer offensives as Russia aims to isolate key cities and tighten its grip on southeastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military holds firm, but the situation on the Dnipro front grows increasingly tense.
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Ukraine's freedom 'most important task' for foreign policy, German FM Wadephul says
Germany has been Ukraine’s second-largest military backer after the United States, whose continuing support under President Donald Trump is in doubt.
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Suspects in the March 2024 Crocus City Hall massacre that killed 149 people have reportedly told Russian investigators that a Ukrainian state entity ordered the attack. According to interrogation transcripts cited by Russian media, the attackers — all Tajik nationals — said the assault was executed by ISIS-K but coordinated through a handler named "Saifullo" linked to Ukraine.
The suspects were allegedly promised $13,000 each and instructed to flee to Kiev after the attack. They claimed their weapons came from Ukraine, with operational guidance originating from Türkiye and Afghanistan. Ukraine has denied any role in the incident, though it has previously admitted to sabotage inside Russian territory. The attack, which also injured over 600 people, marks one of the deadliest in Russia in recent memory. Questions persist around the true orchestrators of the massacre and whether foreign intelligence or proxy actors were involved.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced Ukraine is now fully aligning with European Union sanctions on Iran. In a dramatic statement, Zelenskyy accused Iran of supporting external terror campaigns, engaging in brutal domestic repression, and forging a dangerous alliance with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The move marks Kyiv’s most aggressive stance against Tehran, extending Ukraine's sanctions policy beyond Russia to its geopolitical backers. Zelenskyy labeled the Iranian government “one of the most brutal regimes in the world” and said Ukraine would contribute to targeting Iranian individuals, companies, and entities involved in both weapons production and regional destabilization. He emphasized the global importance of sanctions against both Russia and its partners. The announcement comes as Iran and Russia deepen defense ties amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
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Ukraine to withdraw from anti-personnel mines ban treaty, says Zelenskyy
The decision to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention follows similar decisions by Kyiv's allies Poland, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia - which also border Russia.
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Putin accuses the West of betrayal over NATO expansion, warning that rising defense budgets won't bring safety — only economic and social harm. He mocks EU sanctions and reasserts Russia’s right to define its own threats, pointing to global reliance on oil and gas.
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In a high-stakes diplomatic turn, Russia has declared its unwavering support for Iran amid rising U.S.-Israel hostilities. Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated, “Everything will depend on what Iran needs,” emphasizing Russia’s readiness to act accordingly. Following a crucial meeting between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and President Putin, Moscow slammed the Western aggression as baseless. Putin called the attacks “unprovoked” and offered mediation and strategic backing to Tehran. The growing Russia-Iran axis could shift power dynamics in the Middle East. What happens next depends solely on Iran's decision.
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Russia is playing both arsonist and fireman. As Vladimir Putin urges Israel to resolve conflict through diplomacy, he openly defends Iran’s missile barrage on Tel Aviv. Moscow blasted Israel’s strikes as “unprovoked” and a violation of the UN Charter, and even offered Tehran condolences for its dead generals. The Kremlin paints itself as a peace broker — but is arming Iran, deepening ties, and offering to remove enriched uranium to "help." This dual narrative exposes a calculated double game as war looms in the Middle East.
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Russia has broken its silence on Israel’s massive overnight airstrikes on Iran, calling it a “dramatic escalation” in the Middle East. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed President Vladimir Putin is receiving real-time updates as Israel’s Operation “Rising Lion” pounds Iranian nuclear and military sites. Moscow has issued urgent travel advisories for its citizens in Israel and Iran, and major Russian airlines have canceled Middle East flights amid safety concerns. Prime Minister Netanyahu defended the operation, warning it could last “many days.” Could Russia get pulled into a widening regional conflict?
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is facing intense criticism from within his own ranks following significant battlefield setbacks in both the Donbass and Kursk regions. According to the Financial..
In a dramatic escalation of conflict, Russian forces have launched a brutal offensive on the key eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, forcing civilians to flee in fear. The assault, marked by intense..