Ukraine
Russia
‘We Came to Make Shampoo and Fix Teeth’: Africans Captured Fighting for Russia
Two men from Cameroon say they came to work in Russia but were forced into the army, put in uniform, sent to war, before surrendering to Ukrainian forces.
June 30, 2025
Economy
Trapped by Limits: Finance Ministry Tables New Budget Changes
With tax hikes ruled out and domestic borrowing constrained, Ukraine’s Finance Ministry presented a revised budget plan to parliament, reallocating funds to meet defense needs.
June 30, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Putin Doesn’t Want Negotiations, He Wants Capitulation’ – German FM Says During Kyiv Visit
Johann Wadephul also warned that Russia is betting on a weakening of Western support and is determined to achieve “conquest and submission at any cost.”
June 30, 2025
Drones
Russian Drone Attack Injures Eight, Sparks Fires Across Kharkiv Region
The Kharkiv region has faced near-daily Russian attacks in recent weeks, as Moscow continues to target civilian and energy infrastructure amid its broader offensive in the northeast.
June 30, 2025
Top News
Ukrainian Poet and Soviet-Era Dissident Kalynets Dies, 86
Ihor Kalynets was a native of the western Lviv region and won the country’s most prestigious literary prize for his poetry, while also writing prose and stories for children.
June 30, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: From Hughesovka to the Humber: Can the UK Fund Ukrainian Rare-Earth Explorations?
As a counterweight to China’s near monopoly on rare earth mineral resources, the UK would be wise to work with Ukraine and gain a foothold in its rich soil.
June 30, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 29, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on June 29, 2025
June 30, 2025
Russia
‘A Tool in the Toolbox’ – US Senator Says His Russian-Sanctions Bill Has Trump’s Support
“My bill has 84 co-sponsors,” Senator Graham said. “It would allow the president to put tariffs on China and India and other countries to stop them from supporting Putin’s war machine.”
June 30, 2025
War in Ukraine
Pope Expresses Solidarity With ‘Martyred Ukraine’
In his address at St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo said, “I share your sorrow for the prisoners and victims of this senseless war.”
June 30, 2025
NATO
OPINION: No, America Didn’t Provoke Russia – We Enabled It
Those who claim NATO enlargement was responsible for Russian aggression have it backwards. Russian aggression has been consistently fueled by the West’s reluctance to confront it.
June 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Signs Decree to Withdraw Ukraine From Landmine Ban Treaty
In recent months, several NATO countries bordering Russia and Belarus have reconsidered their participation in the treaty, citing rising security threats.
June 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: In Honor of my Sister – A Proud British Lady and Ukrainian Patriot
Being invited to Buckingham Palace to a Royal Garden Party and receiving awards in Ukraine for her volunteer work says something and deserves a word of praise.
June 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Momentum Is Slipping’: Russia’s Summer Offensive Is Losing Steam – Despite Record Attacks
Despite capturing a small but valuable lithium deposit in Donetsk, Russia’s offensive has so far failed to deliver major victories, The Telegraph reported.
June 29, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: The ‘Boryviter’ (Kestrel) Mosaic – Symbol of Ukraine’s Energy and Courage
How recreating the powerful 1967 mosaic serves as a reminder of the struggles of its creators, and a visualization of Ukraine’s reconstruction following victory in the war.
June 29, 2025
HUR
‘They’re Recruiting For Barrier Troops’: Intercept Suggests Russia Using WWII-Style Tactics
Barrier troops, by design, are intended to block retreats with the threat or use of lethal force against their own soldiers – this practice is considered illegal under international humanitarian law.
June 29, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Seeks Strong Poland Ties Before Nationalist Takes Office
Karol Nawrocki won Poland’s presidential election this month after a campaign in which he criticised Ukraine and accused Zelensky of “indecent” behaviour towards his allies.
June 29, 2025
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