The strong relationship between the two nations, which has endured despite Russia's military invasion of its neighbour Ukraine in early 2022, has faced pointed criticism from Western leaders in recent years.

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<p>Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, during his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, accused the West of backing Israel's "genocide" against the Palestinians in Gaza.</p>

<p>Putin met Raisi in the Kremlin a day after visiting the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, where he had a discussion with leaders over the upsurge in violence in Gaza as well as in Ukraine along with the efforts carried out by Russian and OPEC to boost the prices of oil.</p>

<p>In their televised remarks, both leaders did not mention the growing military cooperation between the two countries, which has been a matter of concern for the United States, which claims that Iran is providing &nbsp;Russia with weapons to use in its war against Ukraine.</p>

<p>Putin stated that discussing the current situation in the Middle East, especially in the Palestinian territories, is the need of the hour.</p>

<p>Raisi responded via a translator: "What is happening in Palestine and Gaza is of course genocide and a crime against humanity." He said it was "even more sad" that this was supported by the United States and the West.</p>

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<p>Iran has strongly voiced support for the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which is the ruling authority in Gaza, in its war against Israel. Russia has relations with all the key players in the region including Hamas and Israel, which it angered by hosting a Hamas delegation in Moscow in October.</p>

<p>Putin said that the sight of suffering and bloodied children in Gaza makes "tears come to your eyes", however, Western governments dubbed his remarks as hypocritical when Putin's forces have claimed the lives of thousands of civilians in Ukraine.</p>

<p>Earlier, the Kremlin said that Russia and Iran were developing relations, "including in the field of military-technical cooperation", but declined to comment on a suggestion by the White House that Iran may be considering providing Russia with ballistic missiles.</p>

<p>White House spokesman John Kirby on Wednesday dubbed the rapidly growing defence relationship as "worrisome".</p>

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, during his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, accused the West of backing Israel's "genocide" against the Palestinians in Gaza.

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, during his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, accused the West of backing Israel's "genocide" against the Palestinians in Gaza. Putin met Raisi in the Kremlin a day after visiting the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, where he had a discussion with leaders over the upsurge in violence in Gaza as well as in Ukraine along with the efforts carried out by Russian and OPEC to boost the prices of oil. In their televised remarks, both leaders did not mention the growing military cooperation between the two countries, which has been a matter of concern for the United States, which claims that Iran is providing Russia with weapons to use in its war against Ukraine. Putin stated that discussing the current situation in the Middle East, especially in the Palestinian territories, is the need of the hour. Raisi responded via a translator: "What is happening in Palestine and Gaza is of course genocide and a crime against humanity." He said it was "even more sad" that this was supported by the United States and the West. Also read: Putin praises India, says PM Modi 'guarantor' of stronger Moscow-Delhi ties Iran has strongly voiced support for the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which is the ruling authority in Gaza, in its war against Israel. Russia has relations with all the key players in the region including Hamas and Israel, which it angered by hosting a Hamas delegation in Moscow in October. Putin said that the sight of suffering and bloodied children in Gaza makes "tears come to your eyes", however, Western governments dubbed his remarks as hypocritical when Putin's forces have claimed the lives of thousands of civilians in Ukraine. Earlier, the Kremlin said that Russia and Iran were developing relations, "including in the field of military-technical cooperation", but declined to comment on a suggestion by the White House that Iran may be considering providing Russia with ballistic missiles. White House spokesman John Kirby on Wednesday dubbed the rapidly growing defence relationship as "worrisome". (With inputs from agencies)

Iranian President Raisi accuses West of backing Israel's 'genocide' during talks with Putin

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing the army to boost its troop numbers by 15 per cent. Putin's signing of the decree comes in the backdrop of the war with Ukraine, which has continued&nbsp;for more than 21 months now, causing a significant shortage in the army ranks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to estimates, the move is expected to increase the number of serving army soldiers by at least 170,000, which is being touted as an&nbsp;"adequate" response to the "aggressive activity of the NATO bloc".</p>

<p>"The increase in the full-time strength of the army is due to growing threats to our country linked with the special military operation and the continuing expansion of NATO," the army said.</p>

<p>While the numbers are being boosted, the army made it clear that it was not planning to make changes to&nbsp;conscription or another mobilisation drive. Last year, the conscription drive led to an exodus of men out of Russia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both sides are running low on personnel as the war takes its toll. The replenishment in the ranks is expected to provide the booster shot to the Russian side whose front lines have barely moved in recent months.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June, after stocking on Western&nbsp;weapons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In recent days, Moscow has tried to intensify the assaults by using a record number of drones, according to Kyiv. The Ukrainian Air Force claimed it had intercepted 71 Iranian-made drones across six regions of the country, including the capital Kyiv, earlier this week.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Air Force said: "Anti-aircraft missile troops, tactical aviation, mobile fire groups, and electronic warfare units were involved in repelling the air attack." As per the Air Force, a Kh-59 guided missile was also destroyed in the Dnipropetrovsk region.</p>

<p>The increase in intensity comes after the weather improved, following powerful storms across southern Ukraine and Russia.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing the army to boost its troop numbers by 15 per cent. Putin's signing of the decree comes in the backdrop of the war with Ukraine, which has continued for more than 21 months now, causing a significant shortage in the army ranks.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing the army to boost its troop numbers by 15 per cent. Putin's signing of the decree comes in the backdrop of the war with Ukraine, which has continued for more than 21 months now, causing a significant shortage in the army ranks. According to estimates, the move is expected to increase the number of serving army soldiers by at least 170,000, which is being touted as an "adequate" response to the "aggressive activity of the NATO bloc". "The increase in the full-time strength of the army is due to growing threats to our country linked with the special military operation and the continuing expansion of NATO," the army said. While the numbers are being boosted, the army made it clear that it was not planning to make changes to conscription or another mobilisation drive. Last year, the conscription drive led to an exodus of men out of Russia. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Can Zelensky stop the Russian assault × A rut in the middle Both sides are running low on personnel as the war takes its toll. The replenishment in the ranks is expected to provide the booster shot to the Russian side whose front lines have barely moved in recent months. Meanwhile, Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June, after stocking on Western weapons. In recent days, Moscow has tried to intensify the assaults by using a record number of drones, according to Kyiv. The Ukrainian Air Force claimed it had intercepted 71 Iranian-made drones across six regions of the country, including the capital Kyiv, earlier this week. Also read: Moscow discussed Russia-Crimea tunnel project with Chinese construction companies The Air Force said: "Anti-aircraft missile troops, tactical aviation, mobile fire groups, and electronic warfare units were involved in repelling the air attack." As per the Air Force, a Kh-59 guided missile was also destroyed in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The increase in intensity comes after the weather improved, following powerful storms across southern Ukraine and Russia. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos

Putin signs decree to add 170,000 troops to its armed forces as war with Ukraine takes toll

<p>A Russian court has sentenced a man to 10 days in jail for writing "No to war" on snow-covered turnstile outside a skating rink in Moscow, according to news agency <em>AFP</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The man identified as&nbsp;Dmitry Fedorov was caught by the police on November 23&nbsp;in the capital city's Gorky Park while using his fingers to trace the forbidden slogan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The message is believed to be considered an offence under a law targeting&nbsp;anyone deemed to have acted to discredit Russia’s armed forces.</p>

<p>Although Fedorov admitted in the court that he indeed wrote the anti-war slogan, he disputed the prosecutor's&nbsp;allegation that he disobeyed the police and allegedly refused to go to a police station.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court documents noted that after the crime, police officers offered to take Fedorov in a vehicle to the&nbsp;Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs but he refused.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from the prison sentence,&nbsp;Fedorov was also fined an undisclosed amount, according to local Russia media reports.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is not the first instance when a person in Russia has been handed a prison sentence for such a puny reason. Earlier this month, an artist named&nbsp;Alexandra Skochilenko was handed a seven-year prison sentence after she&nbsp;swapped supermarket price tags with slogans criticising the offensive.</p>

<p>“Putin has been lying to us from television screens for 20 years: the result of these lies is our readiness to justify the war and the senseless deaths,” read one of the altered price tags.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Russian army bombed an art school in Mariupol. Around 400 people were hiding inside,” read another.</p>

<p>The 76-year-old shopper who alerted the police about&nbsp;Skochilenko's actions defended her decision saying she was 'proud' of what she had done.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I am the ‘informer’. I’m proud of what I’ve done. Is it not a disgrace to see a crime and then just walk by? Did I send her to lay out these price tags? What do you want me to say, that she’s a good girl? Should she be forgiven?” she said in an interview.</p>

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<p>It has been more than 21 months since Russia first invaded Ukraine. While the war has continued, there had been a crackdown on dissent that rights groups have equated to the days of mass repression under the Soviet Union.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The war has put considerable strain on the resources of Russia, forcing more and more commoners to agitate against the reckless spending of funds on the military.&nbsp;</p>
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A Russian court has sentenced a man to 10 days in jail for writing "No to war" on snow-covered turnstile outside a skating rink in Moscow, according to news agency AFP.

A Russian court has sentenced a man to 10 days in jail for writing "No to war" on snow-covered turnstile outside a skating rink in Moscow, according to news agency AFP. The man identified as Dmitry Fedorov was caught by the police on November 23 in the capital city's Gorky Park while using his fingers to trace the forbidden slogan. The message is believed to be considered an offence under a law targeting anyone deemed to have acted to discredit Russia’s armed forces. Although Fedorov admitted in the court that he indeed wrote the anti-war slogan, he disputed the prosecutor's allegation that he disobeyed the police and allegedly refused to go to a police station. The court documents noted that after the crime, police officers offered to take Fedorov in a vehicle to the Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs but he refused. Apart from the prison sentence, Fedorov was also fined an undisclosed amount, according to local Russia media reports. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Russian forces advance in eastern Ukraine × Other instances This is not the first instance when a person in Russia has been handed a prison sentence for such a puny reason. Earlier this month, an artist named Alexandra Skochilenko was handed a seven-year prison sentence after she swapped supermarket price tags with slogans criticising the offensive. “Putin has been lying to us from television screens for 20 years: the result of these lies is our readiness to justify the war and the senseless deaths,” read one of the altered price tags. “The Russian army bombed an art school in Mariupol. Around 400 people were hiding inside,” read another. The 76-year-old shopper who alerted the police about Skochilenko's actions defended her decision saying she was 'proud' of what she had done. “I am the ‘informer’. I’m proud of what I’ve done. Is it not a disgrace to see a crime and then just walk by? Did I send her to lay out these price tags? What do you want me to say, that she’s a good girl? Should she be forgiven?” she said in an interview. Also read | Russia takes steps to make foreigners sign a 'loyalty agreement' It has been more than 21 months since Russia first invaded Ukraine. While the war has continued, there had been a crackdown on dissent that rights groups have equated to the days of mass repression under the Soviet Union. The war has put considerable strain on the resources of Russia, forcing more and more commoners to agitate against the reckless spending of funds on the military. (With inputs from agencies)

Man who wrote 'No to war' in snow, sentenced to 10 days in prison by Moscow court

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The Ukrainian army has pushed its operations against Russia in southern and eastern Ukraine as long and as hard as it could; but as the snow falls and sub-zero temperatures set in, the last attacks of either side will fizzle out. both Kyiv and Moscow will use the winter lull in fighting to reflect on how they can better exploit their strengths and mitigate their weaknesses going forward into 2024.

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Russia claimed it repelled Ukrainian attacks in multiple directions, while Ukraine said that Moscow launched the biggest drone attack on Kyiv since the war began. On the battlefield, fighting has intensified for control of Avdiivka, a key city in the Donetsk region. As winter approaches, the front-line soldiers prepare themselves for extreme climate and Russian attacks. Molly Gambhir brings you the latest from the Ukrainian battleground.

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Pakistan is requesting Russia's help in the application process in order to become a member of the BRICS group of countries in 2024. Pakistan's envoy to Moscow, Muhammad Khalid Jamali, has stated that his country has applied to join the BRICS alliance and has asked for Russia's assistance.

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to participate in the upcoming virtual G20 leaders' summit on Wednesday (Nov 22) after his absence from the in-person meeting held in New Delhi in September.&nbsp;Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov was the one who led the Russian delegation to the G20 summit hosted by India.</p>

<p>According to a post by Russia's Vesti TV show on its social media page on Sunday (Nov 19), Putin's schedule for the upcoming week includes his participation in the virtual G20 summit.&nbsp;"Vladimir Putin will take part in the virtual G20 summit," the post read.</p>

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<p>India, which currently holds the G20 Presidency until November 30, 2023, announced on Saturday (Nov 18) that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the virtual summit. The summit, as per an official statement, is aimed at building upon the key outcomes and action points from the New Delhi summit held in September.</p>

<p>Notably, the International Criminal Court (ICC) on March 17 issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing allegations of committing war crimes related to the unlawful deportation and transfer of children from occupied regions of Ukraine to Russia.&nbsp;Since then, Putin's international travel has been limited.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The G20 leaders reached a consensus during the New Delhi Summit on the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, while also emphasising the principles of international law, territorial integrity, sovereignty, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts.</p>

<p>The virtual G20 Leaders' Summit will involve leaders from all G20 member countries, the Chair of the African Union, nine guest countries, and the heads of 11 international organisations. The discussions will also encompass the 2nd Voice of Global South Summit held on November 17, 2023.</p>

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<p>Among the expected agenda items for the Virtual G20 Summit are the effective implementation of G20 decisions and a review of developments since the New Delhi Summit. India, Brazil, and South Africa will form the G20 Troika during the Brazilian G20 Presidency in 2024.</p>

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<p>The G20, comprising&nbsp;of the world's largest economies plus the European Union and the African Union, addresses global issues such as food security, climate change, development, health, and digitalisation.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to participate in the upcoming virtual G20 leaders' summit on Wednesday (Nov 22) after his absence from the in-person meeting held in New Delhi in September.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to participate in the upcoming virtual G20 leaders' summit on Wednesday (Nov 22) after his absence from the in-person meeting held in New Delhi in September. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov was the one who led the Russian delegation to the G20 summit hosted by India. According to a post by Russia's Vesti TV show on its social media page on Sunday (Nov 19), Putin's schedule for the upcoming week includes his participation in the virtual G20 summit. "Vladimir Putin will take part in the virtual G20 summit," the post read. Also Read | Has India become a $4-trillion economy? Social media abuzz with rumours India, which currently holds the G20 Presidency until November 30, 2023, announced on Saturday (Nov 18) that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the virtual summit. The summit, as per an official statement, is aimed at building upon the key outcomes and action points from the New Delhi summit held in September. Notably, the International Criminal Court (ICC) on March 17 issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing allegations of committing war crimes related to the unlawful deportation and transfer of children from occupied regions of Ukraine to Russia. Since then, Putin's international travel has been limited. The G20 leaders reached a consensus during the New Delhi Summit on the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, while also emphasising the principles of international law, territorial integrity, sovereignty, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. The virtual G20 Leaders' Summit will involve leaders from all G20 member countries, the Chair of the African Union, nine guest countries, and the heads of 11 international organisations. The discussions will also encompass the 2nd Voice of Global South Summit held on November 17, 2023. Also Read | India sends 2nd batch of aid for Palestinians caught in crossfire amid Israel-Hamas war Among the expected agenda items for the Virtual G20 Summit are the effective implementation of G20 decisions and a review of developments since the New Delhi Summit. India, Brazil, and South Africa will form the G20 Troika during the Brazilian G20 Presidency in 2024. Watch | US mulls sanctions on violent Israeli settlers × The G20, comprising of the world's largest economies plus the European Union and the African Union, addresses global issues such as food security, climate change, development, health, and digitalisation. (With inputs from agencies)

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The war in Ukraine faces a second winter. The Ukrainian troops claim they are holding the defensive lines.

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<p>The Moscow Times, which is an English and Russian-language online newspaper, said late on Friday (Nov 18) that the Russian justice ministry has designated it as a "foreign agent". The justice ministry also added an artist and journalists to the list that it traditionally updates on Fridays.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The label "foreign agents" means the media outlet will have strict financial reporting and self-disclosure requirements. It also requires media outlets and designated journalists to place a disclaimer on items they publish.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by local media outlets, the justice ministry in a statement accused the Moscow Times of distributing inaccurate information about decisions taken by the authorities. It said that the outlet is forming what it called a negative image of Russia.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ministry said that the publication "carried out actions aimed at forming a negative public image" and featured material written by other foreign agents.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The "foreign agent" legislation had been "disproportionately used to target independent journalists, activists and NGOs in recent years", said The Moscow Times on its website which is in English and in Russian. A part of its staff left Russia after the beginning of the offensive in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Erdogan's tense visit to Germany: Overshadowed by Israel-Hamas war&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>"The (justice) ministry’s foreign agent registry lists the websites of MT’s English and Russian-language editions — as well as its social media pages, including on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Telegram — as subject to restrictions," it added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This move comes amid the Kremlin's ongoing efforts to curb dissent since launching the assault on Ukraine, with most high-profile opponents in exile or behind bars.</p>

<p>Russian state communications regulator Roskomnadzor had already blocked the publication's website inside the country.&nbsp;</p>

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The Moscow Times, which is an English and Russian-language online newspaper, said late on Friday (Nov 18) that the Russian justice ministry has designated it as a "foreign agent".

The Moscow Times, which is an English and Russian-language online newspaper, said late on Friday (Nov 18) that the Russian justice ministry has designated it as a "foreign agent". The justice ministry also added an artist and journalists to the list that it traditionally updates on Fridays. The label "foreign agents" means the media outlet will have strict financial reporting and self-disclosure requirements. It also requires media outlets and designated journalists to place a disclaimer on items they publish. As reported by local media outlets, the justice ministry in a statement accused the Moscow Times of distributing inaccurate information about decisions taken by the authorities. It said that the outlet is forming what it called a negative image of Russia. Also read: Naked bodies of Russian couple found in India's Himachal Pradesh, probe on The ministry said that the publication "carried out actions aimed at forming a negative public image" and featured material written by other foreign agents. The "foreign agent" legislation had been "disproportionately used to target independent journalists, activists and NGOs in recent years", said The Moscow Times on its website which is in English and in Russian. A part of its staff left Russia after the beginning of the offensive in Ukraine. Also read: Fukushima wastewater release: PM Fumio Kishida says China agreed to discuss Japanese seafood ban Watch: Erdogan's tense visit to Germany: Overshadowed by Israel-Hamas war × "The (justice) ministry’s foreign agent registry lists the websites of MT’s English and Russian-language editions — as well as its social media pages, including on LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram and Telegram — as subject to restrictions," it added. This move comes amid the Kremlin's ongoing efforts to curb dissent since launching the assault on Ukraine, with most high-profile opponents in exile or behind bars. Russian state communications regulator Roskomnadzor had already blocked the publication's website inside the country. (With inputs from agencies)

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In a strategic shift, India has managed to save $2.7 billion by opting for discounted Russian oil. This move not only supports India's economic growth but also eases the pressure on its trade deficit. India, the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer, has managed to surpass Europe as the largest buyer of Russian crude this year. This shift comes in the aftermath of western sanctions on Moscow due to its invasion of Ukraine.

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Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the West of duplicity. Speaking at a meeting with a Foreign ambassadors in Moscow. Lavrov said that the US continues to buy Uranium and other critical good from Russia.

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President Vladimir Zelensky is inviting Donald Trump to visit Ukraine. This comes after former US president Donald Trump promised that he could end the war between Russia and Ukraine in 24 hours.

Ukrainian President dismisses Trump's claims that he could bring peace to the country

Vladimir Putin has signed into law Russia withdrawing its ratification of the global treaty banning nuclear weapons tests, a step condemned by the US and the organisation that promotes adherence to the landmark arms control pact.

Russia opts out of nuclear test ban treaty

While much of the world’s attention turned to the Gaza conflict, Russia intensified its offensive in Ukraine. Moscow's troops reportedly use the situation to gain momentum in a war that has devolved into a gruelling battle of attrition. For more than two weeks, Russian forces have zeroed in on Ukraine's eastern industrial city of Avdiivka. Here, the Russian troops are trying to overwhelm Ukrainian forces and encircle them. If they are successful, it would mark a crucial battlefield victory for Russia. Watch this video to understand how.

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In a show of power that coincides with Moscow's de-ratification of a historic nuclear test moratorium pact, Russia has successfully demonstrated its capacity to launch a large retaliatory nuclear strike by land, sea, and air, according to a Kremlin statement on Wednesday.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia warns of a clash of nuclear powers

Russia has successfully tested its ability to deliver a massive retaliatory nuclear strike by land, sea and air, a Kremlin statement said on Wednesday, a display of force which coincides with Moscow de-ratifying a landmark nuclear test ban treaty.

Russian defence minister warns against escalation of Russia-Ukraine war

Russia's retaliatory nuclear strike drills, preparing to withdraw from nuclear test ban treaty

The Israel-Palestine conflict has grabbed the global headlines for the past two weeks. The worldwide, incessant coverage of the conflict has somewhat pushed the Russia-Ukraine war to the fringes of public consciousness. But the war trudges on, one horrific day at a time. The much-touted Ukrainian spring offensive hasn't quite yielded the desired result for the Ukrainians. And now, Russian troops have launched a major offensive on the strategic, eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka. Considered a symbol of Ukrainian resistance since 2014, the Ukrainian soldiers defending Avdiivka are now bracing for a massive Russian attack. Mohammed Saleh brings you the details.

Prestige battle for frontline city of Avdiivka intensifies

An editor from the American-funded Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) has been jailed in Russia, the broadcaster reported, since she neglected to register as a foreign agent while she was there for a family emergency.

Moscow detains journalist with dual US-Russian citizenship

The war in Ukraine there's no let up in the intensity there as well Ukraine is reporting small gains in both the east and south.

Moscow hits out: Move deliberately hidden from public

The world is currently witnessing two devastating wars. The war between Israel and Hamas and the war between Russia and Ukraine. In a new update. UK and other northern European allies have announced a new military support package for Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war: Package worth $123 MN aims to assist Ukraine's armed forces

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