In a critical escalation on Ukraine's northeastern front, Russian troops have made significant advances in the Kharkiv region, expanding the combat zone by approximately 70 kilometers.
Ukrainian Colonel-General Oleksandr Syrskyi warned of imminent "heavy battles" as Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the establishment of a "buffer zone" to protect Russia's border regions.
The offensive, which began last Friday, has strained Ukrainian defences, already stretched thin over a sprawling front.
During a visit to China, Putin linked the offensive to ongoing Ukrainian shelling of Russian border areas, justifying the creation of the buffer zone.
A recent Russian missile strike in Kharkiv killed two and injured 25, highlighting the conflict's toll.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Ukrainian forces have stabilized the front despite losing control of 12 villages.
Putin Visits North Korea , for First Time in 24 Years.
Putin is set to arrive in Pyongyang
on June 18, 'Time' reports. .
The North Korean city has been plastered
with Russian flags and pictures of Putin in commemoration of the president's two-day visit. .
Prior to his trip, Putin thanked
North Korea for its "unwavering support" amid Russia's war with Ukraine.
He went on to say that the two allies are "ready to confront the ambition of the collective West.".
On June 19, Putin will be
officially greeted and welcomed while
being presented with a guard of honor. .
Putin and Kim will then convene for private talks.
While in Pyongyang, the Russian president will also go to a gala concert and stop by the Church of the Living-Giving Trinity. .
Later on June 19, Putin will go to
Vietnam to take part in more talks.
Even though North Korea has denied supplying Russia with weapons for its war with Ukraine.
South Korea claims to have detected
10,000 containers, possibly containing artillery shells, that were delivered from Pyongyang to Russia. .
South Korean officials also claim that its northern neighbor may have sent "anti-tank missiles, portable surface-to-air missiles, rifles, rocket launchers, mortars and shells" to Russia, 'Time' reports.
South Korean officials also claim that its northern neighbor may have sent "anti-tank missiles, portable surface-to-air missiles, rifles, rocket launchers, mortars and shells" to Russia, 'Time' reports.
Both North Korea and Russia have been subjected to heavy sanctions, an issue Putin says they'll work together to overcome.
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India maintained a neutral stance on the Ukraine conflict resolution efforts at the recent "peace summit" in Switzerland. While attending the opening and closing sessions, India did not endorse any outcome document. India believes only "sincere and practical engagement" between Russia and Ukraine can lead to a resolution through dialogue and diplomacy. India will continue engaging both sides to contribute towards an early and lasting peace, asserting that solutions must be acceptable to both parties involved in the conflict.
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One man was rescued from beneath the rubble and rushed to the hospital following the strike on Monday, officials said. Numerous residential buildings and vehicles were damaged in the attack.
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The comments come a day after two anonymous US officials indicated that the Biden administration was prepared to let Ukraine use American weaponry to strike inside Russia but only in the defence of the northern region of Kharkiv.
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Sir Rod Stewart has defended his support for Ukraine after he appeared to be booed as photos of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy were shown at a concert in Germany. Sky News
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister emphasized Russia's critical participation is needed for credible Ukraine peace negotiations, while reiterating Saudi's commitment to supporting efforts for sustainable peace. However, Saudi appears unwilling to go against its OPEC ally Russia, as evidenced by Zelensky's failed attempt to woo Saudi's Crown Prince for a peace summit excluding Moscow.
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In a notable development, senior Ukrainian MP Aleksey Goncharenko announced on Friday that the first group of French military instructors is en route to Ukraine. This move follows authorization from Ukraine's top commander, Aleksandr Syrsky, permitting the presence of French personnel in the country. Goncharenko, a member of the Ukrainian parliament and delegate to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “My sources informed me that the first group of French instructors is already on its way to Ukraine”
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