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Many Ukrainians had to flee ahead of Russian forces, leaving homes and loved ones behind in the occupied territories. Some try to return for a visit, despite the danger and humiliation
Reports suggest that NATO members can provide less than 5 percent of the air defense capability needed to protect Central and Eastern Europe from a full-scale attack.
When the EU slapped sanctions in 2022 on numerous sectors of the Russian economy, such as energy and banking, Europeans were careful not to target agricultural products or fertilisers.
The Biden administration has intensified warnings about China's support for Russia and issued an order in December threatening sanctions on institutions aiding Russia in bypassing Western sanctions.
Kremlin Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s statement reiterates Russian rhetoric that Moscow is open to peace talks but only under conditions Kyiv considers unacceptable.
The two-day gathering in the Czech capital is meant to focus on efforts to hammer out a package of support for Ukraine at NATO's summit in Washington in July.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported on the morning of May 30 that air defense units had intercepted 33 Shahed drones and 7 out of 11 launched cruise missiles overnight.
Video footage showcases operations of multi-copter drones, which dropped explosive devices and hand grenades on Russian positions, leaving behind motionless bodies of Russian soldiers.
The press service of the Voronezh regional government in Russia reported on the successful holding of a “training and mobilization gathering” on May 28.