Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) believes Russia is fueling tensions in the Balkans, as stated by spokesman Andriy Yusov on November 18th. Yusov emphasized, “We understand that in the Balkans, they traditionally have broad opportunities, both in terms of Russian special services and Russian propaganda and financial influence. And, of course, they use it, simultaneously …
Russia’s evolving relationship with Israel: What you need to know in 60 seconds When it comes to their relationship with Israel, Russia’s stance has been changing significantly. To get a full understanding of their dynamic over the past 75 years, and the shifts that have occurred, check out the video below. Russian court sentences artist …
Senate Passes Temporary Plan to Avoid Government Shutdown Before Thanksgiving The Senate made a quick move to approve the plan to extend government funding through early next year, narrowly averting a government shutdown for the second time in recent months. The plan was approved 87-11, just a day after it passed in the House. The …
Chinese President Xi Jinping will be arriving at San Francisco International Airport on November 14, 2023 to attend the APEC summit. President Joe Biden will also be present at the event, marking the first face-to-face meeting between the US and Chinese leaders in a year. The meeting comes amid increasing competition between the two global …
15 Mins Ago Ukraine Battles in the Southern Kherson Region An ongoing battle between Ukrainian and Russian forces is causing turmoil to the left bank of the Dnipro River in southern Kherson. The fluidity of the fight taking place has prompted an informational silence from Ukrainian’s defense forces. Officials from the Operational Command South have …
Ukraine is rapidly increasing the production of naval drones. They are developing new drone models equipped with unexpected features to make Russian ships “uncomfortable” in the Black Sea, according to Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov during a recent interview with Ukrainian TV broadcasters. Related: Russian warship damaged in Nov. 4 missile attack is newly built, …
Russia has resorted to a controversial method of punishing drug addicts and alcoholics by assigning them to Storm-Z assault detachments on the frontlines in Ukraine. These units are essentially penal units placed in the most dangerous positions, as reported by the U.K. Ministry of Defense in a tweet posted on X. The lack of opportunity …
Intensifying air bombardments and ground forces movements around the eastern Ukrainian town of Avdiivka have led to heavy losses for Russian forces and repelled Russian attacks in other parts of the front line, according to Ukraine’s military on Monday. The fighting has escalated since Russia’s failed advance on Kyiv in the early stages of the …
UK Appoints David Cameron as New Foreign Secretary for Critical Ukrainian and Middle East Challenges The U.K.’s surprise cabinet reshuffle welcomed former Prime Minister David Cameron into his new role as Foreign Secretary. Amid the complex political context, Ukraine emerges as a daunting challenge in recent statements. Germany Set to Expand Funding for Ukraine in …
At three checkpoints from Poland into Ukraine, over 2,500 trucks are currently delayed due to a blockade by the striking Polish truckers, as confirmed by Ukrainian State Border Guard Service spokesman Andriy Demchenko on national television on Nov. 12. “Traffic is severely disrupted in three main directions to and from Ukraine, with only the Krakovets-Korchova …