BISHKEK: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Moscow would end its offensive in Ukraine only if Kyiv withdraws from territories claimed by Russia, warning that otherwise Russian forces would seize them by military means. Putin made the remarks during a visit to Kyrgyzstan, amid Russia’s slow but persistent advance in eastern Ukraine. Read […]
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Deadly Russian strikes batter Kyiv again
Russia launched a powerful wave of drones and missiles on Kyiv on Tuesday, killing six people, injuring 13, and damaging electricity and heating systems across the capital. Ukrainian officials said the attack came in multiple waves and caused widespread fear as emergency crews worked to stabilise damaged neighbourhoods and restore disrupted services. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy […]
Zelensky rejects U.S. peace plan that favors Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he will not end the war on Russian terms. He firmly rejects a U.S. plan that requires major concessions. He warns the proposal risks damaging Ukraine’s crucial partnership with Washington. Zelensky told the nation he will not “betray” Ukraine. He said he will offer alternatives to the 28-point U.S. plan. […]
Trump pushes bold Thursday deadline for Ukraine peace deal
U.S. President Donald Trump says Ukraine should accept a U.S.-backed peace deal by Thursday. He argues the deadline is fair and useful. He stresses that the proposal could help end Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump made the comments during a Fox News Radio interview. He noted that he often uses deadlines to push progress. […]
Trump greenlights secret Russia-Ukraine peace plan
US President Donald Trump has quietly approved a new peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war. The plan, reportedly developed in consultation with Russia, was led by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. It aims to secure peace and stability in Ukraine while addressing broader European security concerns. According to US media, the plan involves 28 […]
Russia Downs 251 Drones, Ukraine Hits Crimea Depot
MOSCOW/KYIV — Russia said on Monday that its air defence units destroyed 251 Ukrainian drones overnight, most of them in the country’s southwestern regions and over the Black Sea, as the war between the two nations continued to spill across multiple fronts. According to a statement posted by the Russian Defence Ministry on its Telegram […]
Poland Scrambles Jets as Russia Launches Airstrikes Near Ukrainian Border; Lviv Hit, Power Outages Reported
LVIV, Ukraine — NATO member Poland scrambled fighter jets early Sunday after Russia launched a fresh wave of airstrikes across Ukraine, with missiles and drones raining down on the Lviv region, just miles from the Polish border. Poland’s Operational Command confirmed that both Polish and allied aircraft were in the air to ensure national air […]
Ukraine must explain war accusation: Pakistan
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced that it will formally seek an explanation from Ukraine over a recent claim made by the Ukrainian president. The Foreign Office spokesperson said the government rejects the allegation that Pakistanis are involved in the Ukraine conflict. The statement came during the weekly media briefing in Islamabad. The spokesperson made it clear […]
Putin and US envoy meet before sanctions hit
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Wednesday. The Kremlin described the talks as “constructive” and “useful.” The meeting lasted three hours and took place two days before the US sanctions deadline. The US wants Russia to halt its Ukraine offensive or face new penalties by Friday. US […]
New Zealand imposes sanctions on Russia, pledges more to come
ANKARA: New Zealand on Friday imposed sanctions on top Russian officials and entities, with the pledge of further action in the days to come. In a statement, Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta said the first tranche of sanctions under a new law was enacted last night. Under the sanctions, the country imposed a travel ban […]