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War in Ukraine
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, September 5, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on September 5, 2025
Sept. 6, 2025
US
Trump’s ‘Kisses and Chocolates’ Diplomacy on Putin Condemned by Washington Insiders
Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin says Russia “will only respond to pressure” and US has an “obligation to stand by Ukraine.” Former ambassador warns of wider global threat.
Sept. 6, 2025
NATO
US to Cut Security Programs for Countries Bordering Russia
The move is reportedly aimed at prompting wealthier European nations to shoulder a greater share of the security support for frontline countries vulnerable to Russian aggression.
Sept. 5, 2025
Russia
Trump Says Russia, India ‘Lost to Deepest, Darkest China’
The post contrasted with remarks from Wednesday, when the US president said that he had a “very good” relationship with the leaders of China, Russia and North Korea.
Sept. 5, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Calls Fico Talks ‘Meaningful’ as Slovakia Backs Ukraine’s EU Bid
The two leaders met in western Ukraine’s Uzhhorod following the Slovak prime minister’s recent visit to China and his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Sept. 5, 2025
Ukraine
Over 128,000 Russian Troops Confirmed Dead in Ukraine War – Research
Ukraine estimates that Russia’s overall losses – in dead and injured – during the full-scale war have surpassed a million as of 2025.
Sept. 5, 2025
Trump
Are Trump and the US Serious About Punishing Russia for Avoiding a Ukraine Ceasefire?
It doesn’t look that way. A check of US and Russian moves since March points towards a White House strategy allowing Russia to bombard Ukraine pretty much with impunity.
Sept. 5, 2025
Zelensky
‘To Talk, Not to Capitulate’ – Putin Invites Zelensky to Moscow, Promises ‘100% Security’
The Russian leader rejected holding such talks in a third country, insisting the Russian capital is the only option.
Sept. 5, 2025
Putin
Russian General Briefs Putin ‘From Beyond the Grave’
President Vladimir Putin viewed a film extolling the achievements of 155th Naval Infantry Brigade narrated by its former commander who was killed by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in July.
Sept. 5, 2025
Europe
Takeaways from Wednesday’s’ Coalition of the Willing’ Summit
Donald Trump urges EU to starve Russia of oil money as 26 nations back security guarantees.
Sept. 5, 2025
Europe
Putin Warns Western Troops in Ukraine Would Be ‘Legitimate Targets’
The warning came a day after dozens of Kyiv’s allies discussed plans for a post-war “reassurance” force.
Sept. 5, 2025
Europe
Which ‘Coalition of the Willing’ Countries Have Ruled Out Sending Troops to Ukraine?
26 countries agreed to provide some form of security for Ukraine. For Italy, Poland, and Finland, this will not take the form of troop deployments.
Sept. 5, 2025
Poland
Poland Accuses Belarus of ‘Provocation’ After Monk Detained For ‘Spying’
Poland rejected Belarus’s claims that Kraków monk Grzegorz Gaweł was spying, calling his arrest a political provocation by Lukashenko’s regime.
Sept. 5, 2025
Russia
Ukrainian Drones Hit Ryazan Oil Refinery, Likely Hitting Key Unit Processing 6M Tons of Fuel Yearly
Ukraine’s drone forces struck Russia’s Ryazan oil refinery, while Moscow claimed to down 92 UAVs overnight
Sept. 5, 2025
Ukraine
Trump’s Art of Pivot on Ukraine: Squeezing Europeans, Poking Beijing, Teasing Putin Call
With allies pledging security guarantees for Ukraine, Trump’s intervention raises questions about his own path to a settlement, as US lawmakers clash over energy priorities and global order.
Sept. 5, 2025
War in Ukraine
Russia Rejects Western Security Guarantees for Ukraine After Coalition Pledges Force
The Kremlin rejected Western security guarantees for Ukraine after 26 countries agreed to form a “reassurance force” to deter new Russian aggression.
Sept. 5, 2025
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