Russia fired more than 70 missiles at Ukraine in one of its biggest attacks since the war began. Friday's attack knocked power in Kharkiv forcing Kyiv to implement emergency blackouts. Watch the video to know more.

Russia Ukraine War: Moscow rains down missiles on Kyiv; latter says ' Nine power facilities hit'

After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer.&nbsp;The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival.&nbsp;Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week.

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After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. Russian missiles battered Ukrainian power grid yet again. This worsened already dire conditions for Ukrainians and provoked accusations of "war crimes" from the European Union.

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The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had announced formation of such a unit in May this year. At the time, he had called it a department-wide, integrated team that would coordinate and implement US&nbsp;policy across issues and regions.

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Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week.

Education Minister Patricia Correa and Culture Minister Jair Perez both made the announcement on Friday, citing the protest deaths.

"This morning I presented my letter of resignation from the position of education minister. The death of compatriots has no justification. State violence cannot be disproportionate and cause death," Correa said.

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The Argentine legend Lionel Messi will be playing his second FIFA World Cup final on Sunday against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium.&nbsp;Lionel Messi has been around for a long time now, having made his international debut for Argentina in 2005. Since then, the forward has achieved a lot accolades while donning Argentina’s jersey, whereas, he had suffered some of the toughest losses of his career on the way too.

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After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer.

After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine warns citizens of longer power cuts after fresh Russian battering After Russia launched one of its biggest missile attacks since the start of the Ukraine war, Ukraine's national energy provider Ukrenergo on Friday (December 16) warned citizens that it may take longer to restore electricity and power cuts may get longer. Russian missiles battered Ukrainian power grid yet again. This worsened already dire conditions for Ukrainians and provoked accusations of "war crimes" from the European Union. US launches 'China House' within State Department as it competes with Beijing The US Department of State formally launched its "China House" unit on Friday (December 16). The unit represents an internal reorganisation to help and sharpen department's policymaking with respect to China, United States' top geopolitical rival. Secretary of State Antony Blinken had announced formation of such a unit in May this year. At the time, he had called it a department-wide, integrated team that would coordinate and implement US policy across issues and regions. Peru: Two cabinet ministers step down amid protests over ouster of ex-president Castillo Two Peru ministers have stepped down following the deaths that resulted from the protest triggered by the ousting of former president Pedro Castillo last week. Education Minister Patricia Correa and Culture Minister Jair Perez both made the announcement on Friday, citing the protest deaths. "This morning I presented my letter of resignation from the position of education minister. The death of compatriots has no justification. State violence cannot be disproportionate and cause death," Correa said. TikTok slams Biden administration for "troubling" app ban law As the US prepares to impose a limited ban on Bytedance-owned short video-sharing platform TikTok on the grounds of national security, the Beijing-headquartered company slammed the Biden administration for the "troubling" bipartisan legislation. The company said that the US Congress' push for a ban on Tiktok is "politically motivated". FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Lionel Messi’s international career by the numbers The Argentine legend Lionel Messi will be playing his second FIFA World Cup final on Sunday against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi has been around for a long time now, having made his international debut for Argentina in 2005. Since then, the forward has achieved a lot accolades while donning Argentina’s jersey, whereas, he had suffered some of the toughest losses of his career on the way too. 'Avatar The Way of Water' ending explained: How James Cameron film teases a war-torn future for Pandora 'Avatar: The Way of Water' is finally here. The science-fiction epic is the sequel to Cameron's 2009 original and expands the fictional extrasolar moon Pandora, in the Alpha Centauri System. The story puts fresh challenges before the Sully family. The earthlings of RDA (Resources Development Administration), who were sent back to earth, return in force with a sense of vengeance. The Sullys (with Jake Sully and Neytiri played by returning stars Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldana) flee to protect their Omaticaya Clan. They find themselves in Metkayina's territory. A water-loving people, they live around a reef and have aquatic qualities.

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A woman had a reunion with her husband at a Kyiv railway station, nine-months after she fled to Germany to fled the war in Ukraine. She and her son made it to Ukraine just in time for the traditional New Year festivities.

Russia Ukraine War: Joyful reunion at Kyiv railway station amid massive missile strikes

Ukrainian forces shelled the Russian-controlled eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk overnight in some of the biggest attacks for years, Russian-installed officials said on Thursday.

Ukraine forces shelled Russia-controlled Donetsk, Russian officials

As we talk about the world's best performing stock to get affected by global scenarios including monetary tightening in developed countries - Russia-Ukraine War and even global price volatility. A mining stock in Indonesia is proving to be world's best performer with a whopping 1,600% dwelling.

World Business News: Indonesia's mining stock becomes World's best performer of 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday that the country's air defence systems had shot down 13 Iranian-made kamikaze drones that targeted the capital Kyiv earlier in the day.

Ukraine shot down 13 kamikaze drones in Kyiv attack: Zelensky

Veteran US talk show host David Letterman has interviewed almost all prominent celebrities and leaders of the world but his latest is unique in more ways than one.&nbsp; 
 
In October, the host travelled to Kyiv to interview Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the area which Letterman claimed as the 'safest part of the city' - a subway platform 300 feet (90 meters) below ground.&nbsp; 
 
Zelensky was the latest guest on Letterman's popular Netflix show, 'My Next Guest'.&nbsp;

A small audience watched in the semi-dark as subway trains rumbled past. At one point a siren went off. Letterman looked alarmed, but no one else reacted. What did that indicate, he asked.

"Unfortunately it means that war has become a habit," said Zelenskiy. "Many Ukrainians have gotten used to it... To me sirens are an indicator that war is not over... this is a reminder that somewhere, someone is giving up their life for yours."

In February, Russia sent troops into Ukraine in what it called a "special operation" to degrade its southern neighbour's military capabilities and root out people it calls dangerous nationalists. Ukraine and the West say the war is an unprovoked act of aggression.

For the special episode, Letterman also spoke with Ukraine's railways head and even visited a comedy club. He discussed with Zelenskiy, a former comedian, the importance of humour in dark times, and chatted with him about his family. Zelensky said he could only breathe because he was speaking to his wife and children.&nbsp;

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"Children know much more about the war than we do. My son is 9 years old. He knows the names of all the weapons... Each of us makes sacrifices for our country. Our children sacrificed their childhood," he said. 
 
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Veteran US talk show host David Letterman has interviewed almost all prominent celebrities and leaders of the world but his latest is unique in more ways than one.

Veteran US talk show host David Letterman has interviewed almost all prominent celebrities and leaders of the world but his latest is unique in more ways than one. In October, the host travelled to Kyiv to interview Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the area which Letterman claimed as the 'safest part of the city' - a subway platform 300 feet (90 meters) below ground. Zelensky was the latest guest on Letterman's popular Netflix show, 'My Next Guest'. A small audience watched in the semi-dark as subway trains rumbled past. At one point a siren went off. Letterman looked alarmed, but no one else reacted. What did that indicate, he asked. "Unfortunately it means that war has become a habit," said Zelenskiy. "Many Ukrainians have gotten used to it... To me sirens are an indicator that war is not over... this is a reminder that somewhere, someone is giving up their life for yours." In February, Russia sent troops into Ukraine in what it called a "special operation" to degrade its southern neighbour's military capabilities and root out people it calls dangerous nationalists. Ukraine and the West say the war is an unprovoked act of aggression. For the special episode, Letterman also spoke with Ukraine's railways head and even visited a comedy club. He discussed with Zelenskiy, a former comedian, the importance of humour in dark times, and chatted with him about his family. Zelensky said he could only breathe because he was speaking to his wife and children. "Children know much more about the war than we do. My son is 9 years old. He knows the names of all the weapons... Each of us makes sacrifices for our country. Our children sacrificed their childhood," he said. Letterman's Netflix show 'My Next Guest Needs No Introduction' has in the past featured prominent celebrities including former US President Barack Obama, rapper Jay-Z, Shah Rukh Khan, Ellen Degeners and singer Billie Eilish. 'My Next Guest... with David Letterman and Volodymyr Zelenskiy' is streaming on Netflix.

David Letterman interviews Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv subway 300 feet below the ground

On the ninth month of unwavering war between Russia and Ukraine, freezing temperatures have seized power of weaponry as Ukraine claims that Russia has stopped using Iranian-made drones because they failed to operate in cold temperature.

Russia Ukraine War: Cold temperatures damage Iranian-made drones

The war in Ukraine has dragged on for almost 10 months now and Ukraine has managed to recapture some territory. For a while now, it has been holding the Russian war machine at bay, that's in no small part, thanks to the weapons that the allies have supplied.

WION Fineprint: How long can the West keep supplying Ukraine?

German Chancellor Olaf Sholz believes that the risk of Russian President Vladimir Putin using Nuclear weapons during his ongoing invasion of Ukraine has gone down.

While the war was still raging with "undiminished brutality," Scholz said in an interview with Funke Media to commemorate his first year in office that one thing had changed: "Russia has stopped threatening to use nuclear weapons."

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He chalked this up to "the international community marking a red line."

Reiterating his earlier stand of continued communications with Moscow, he said that despite deep divisions the importance of maintaining dialogue with the Kremlin.

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Scholz defended Germany's support for Ukraine, which has been criticised in Kyiv and elsewhere in Europe for being too cautious. He claimed that, after the United States, Germany was one of the country's biggest backers, including with regard to the provision of weapons.

"We are doing everything we can to prevent a direct war between Russia and NATO. Such a conflict would have only losers – all over the world."

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He further said that Putin must halt the conflict, adding that he (Scholz) will be ready to speak with Russia about arms control in Europe, adding that this was also an offer made prior to the conflict.

In spite of his assertion that a nuclear war was becoming more likely, Putin emphasised on Wednesday that Russia had not "gone mad" and that its nuclear weapons were only meant to serve as a defensive deterrent.

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German Chancellor Olaf Sholz believes that the risk of Russian President Vladimir Putin using Nuclear weapons during his ongoing invasion of Ukraine has gone down.

German Chancellor Olaf Sholz believes that the risk of Russian President Vladimir Putin using Nuclear weapons during his ongoing invasion of Ukraine has gone down. While the war was still raging with "undiminished brutality," Scholz said in an interview with Funke Media to commemorate his first year in office that one thing had changed: "Russia has stopped threatening to use nuclear weapons." Watch | West-Russia rivalry: Arctic the new battlefield, Putin inaugurates nuclear-powered icebreakers He chalked this up to "the international community marking a red line." Reiterating his earlier stand of continued communications with Moscow, he said that despite deep divisions the importance of maintaining dialogue with the Kremlin. Also read | German chancellor Scholz says completely stopping talks with Putin 'would be a grave mistake' Scholz defended Germany's support for Ukraine, which has been criticised in Kyiv and elsewhere in Europe for being too cautious. He claimed that, after the United States, Germany was one of the country's biggest backers, including with regard to the provision of weapons. "We are doing everything we can to prevent a direct war between Russia and NATO. Such a conflict would have only losers – all over the world." Also Read | US slams Russian 'loose talk' on nuclear weapons after Putin remarks He further said that Putin must halt the conflict, adding that he (Scholz) will be ready to speak with Russia about arms control in Europe, adding that this was also an offer made prior to the conflict. In spite of his assertion that a nuclear war was becoming more likely, Putin emphasised on Wednesday that Russia had not "gone mad" and that its nuclear weapons were only meant to serve as a defensive deterrent. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

German chancellor Scholz says 'Russia has stopped threatening to use nuclear weapons'

The United States said that it has not "encouraged" Ukraine to strike into Russia after drone attacks on bases widely seen as carried out by Kyiv.

US has not encouraged or enabled Ukraine to strike inside Russia, says Blinken

Russia-Ukraine War: 'Not encouraging' Ukraine strikes into Russia, says US

"We have not provided Ukraine with weapons to use inside Russia, we have been very clear that it is our defensive supplies. The President said very clearly sometime ago that we are not enabling Ukraine to strike," said US' spokesperson Ned Price.

'We have not provided Ukraine with weapons to use inside Russia,' says US' spokesperson Ned Price

Hours after the third Russian airfield was set to blaze by a drone strike, the US Secretary of State reiterated Washington's position that it is neither encouraged nor enabled the Ukrainians to strike inside Russia. "We have neither encouraged nor enabled to strike inside of Russia but the important thing is to understand what Ukrainians are living through, everyday, with the ongoing Russia aggression," said Antony Blinken.

US reacts to strikes inside Russia as third Russian airbase attacked in two days

Despite US attempts to strangle the Russian economy, Moscow has successfully found new markets for its biggest exports, including energy products. However, the United States has also continued to buy Russian goods, even increasing its imports in recent months.

US imports from Russia increases from September to October: Report

Russia has once again reigned long-range missiles targeting Ukrainian cities. At least four people have been killed several homes destroyed in the country's Southeast.

Russia-Ukraine War: At least four killed in Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the country is switching to emergency shutdowns to stabilise its power grid after fresh Russian missile attacks. Now the questions is, How far are the two sides from negotiations?

Russia-Ukraine War: How far are the two sides from negotiations?

German chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday said that it would be a grave mistake to completely stop talking to Russia and its President Vladimir Putin. &nbsp;

Scholz's remarks come just two days after he held a telephone conversation with Putin. During their conversation on Friday (December 2), the chancellor reportedly pressed the Russian leader to seek a diplomatic end to the war in Ukraine.

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Referring to the call, Scholz as per Reuters said "I have spoken to him (Putin) repeatedly since then because I am firmly convinced that it is a grave mistake if, despite all the differences, and this is, after all, a small word for huge differences, we no longer talk to each other at all."

He added that "it is also important that the French president and I, as representatives of the G7 countries, as two NATO countries, keep seeking dialogue again. However, we do so without any illusions because they are always long conversations and because all the public statements we hear to justify this war are repeated there."

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In a statement released after the one-hour call, Scholz's spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said that the chancellor condemned Russian airstrikes on civilian infrastructure "and stressed Germany's determination to support Ukraine in ensuring the defence capability against Russian aggression".

However, as per AFP Putin accused the West of pursuing "destructive policies" and also warned that the attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure are "inevitable", adding that thanks to the "political and financial support" from its western allies, " Kyiv completely rejects the idea of any negotiations".

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Hebestreit also said that the two leaders have agreed to "remain in contact".

During an award ceremony for the Marion Doenhoff Prize, he expressed hope that the&nbsp;Russian war of aggression against Ukraine will be over soon. "We don't know when it will end, but it will end. And one thing is already absolutely clear: this war will not end with a victory for the great Russian expansionism. Putin's great Russian mission will fail. It has already failed dramatically."

This Marion Doenhoff Prize has been awarded to Irina Scherbakowa, a founding member of the Russian human rights organisation Memorial.

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German chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday said that it would be a grave mistake to completely stop talking to Russia and its President Vladimir Putin. Scholz's remarks come just two days after he held a telephone conversation with Putin.

German chancellor Olaf Scholz on Sunday said that it would be a grave mistake to completely stop talking to Russia and its President Vladimir Putin. Scholz's remarks come just two days after he held a telephone conversation with Putin. During their conversation on Friday (December 2), the chancellor reportedly pressed the Russian leader to seek a diplomatic end to the war in Ukraine. Watch | Russia denounces oil price cap agreed by EU, G7; Zelensky says 'price cap on Moscow not serious' Referring to the call, Scholz as per Reuters said "I have spoken to him (Putin) repeatedly since then because I am firmly convinced that it is a grave mistake if, despite all the differences, and this is, after all, a small word for huge differences, we no longer talk to each other at all." He added that "it is also important that the French president and I, as representatives of the G7 countries, as two NATO countries, keep seeking dialogue again. However, we do so without any illusions because they are always long conversations and because all the public statements we hear to justify this war are repeated there." Also read | Russia strikes civilian areas, including apartment block, in Kherson, says Kyiv In a statement released after the one-hour call, Scholz's spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said that the chancellor condemned Russian airstrikes on civilian infrastructure "and stressed Germany's determination to support Ukraine in ensuring the defence capability against Russian aggression". However, as per AFP Putin accused the West of pursuing "destructive policies" and also warned that the attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure are "inevitable", adding that thanks to the "political and financial support" from its western allies, " Kyiv completely rejects the idea of any negotiations". Also read | Moscow says will not accept western price cap on its crude, claims 'Russian oil will continue to be in demand' Hebestreit also said that the two leaders have agreed to "remain in contact". During an award ceremony for the Marion Doenhoff Prize, he expressed hope that the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine will be over soon. "We don't know when it will end, but it will end. And one thing is already absolutely clear: this war will not end with a victory for the great Russian expansionism. Putin's great Russian mission will fail. It has already failed dramatically." This Marion Doenhoff Prize has been awarded to Irina Scherbakowa, a founding member of the Russian human rights organisation Memorial. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

German chancellor Scholz says completely stopping talks with Putin 'would be a grave mistake'

Russia has denounced the West's price cap on its oil and said it "will not accept" it. The Kremlin also reportedly said that it was analysing how to respond.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov as per a report by the Russian news agency TASS said that his country has made preparations for the price cap that goes into effect on Monday (December 5th).

AFP reports that this price cap agreed by the EU, G7 and Australia will go into effect on Monday alongside an EU embargo on maritime deliveries of Russian crude oil. Under the cap, Russia can only continue delivery of oil sold at $60 per barrel or less.

Watch |&nbsp;Russia denounces oil price cap agreed by EU, G7; Zelensky says 'price cap on Moscow not serious'

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Peskov said "We will not accept this cap," adding that Moscow will conduct a rapid analysis of the agreement and respond.

Russia has insisted that it will stop oil supplies to nations that have participated in the price cap. Mikhail Ulyanov, Moscow's ambassador to international organisations in Vienna, also confirmed this stance in social media posts.

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"Starting from this year Europe will live without Russian oil," he said in one post, in another he claimed that Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak too has confirmed that Moscow will cut supplies to countries supporting the price cap.

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Starting from this year <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Europe?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Europe</a> will live w/o Russian oil. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Moscow?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Moscow</a> has already made it clear that it will NOT supply <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/oil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#oil</a> to those countries who support anti-market price cap. Very soon the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EU?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EU</a> will blame <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Russia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Russia</a> for using oil as a weapon.
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Reuters reports that as per US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen the price cap will be particularly beneficial to low and medium-income countries and would "cut into" the Russian President's most important source of revenue.

"With Russia's economy already contracting and its budget increasingly stretched thin, the price cap will immediately cut into (President Vladimir) Putin’s most important source of revenue."

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On Friday, Russian Urals crude was traded at approximately $67/barrel.

Russia's embassy in the United States criticised the cap and called the move "dangerous", adding that in spite of it Moscow is "confident" it will find buyers for its oil.

"Steps like these will inevitably result in increasing uncertainty and imposing higher costs for raw materials' consumers," it said."Regardless of the current flirtations with the dangerous and illegitimate instrument, we are confident that Russian oil will continue to be in demand."

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Russia has denounced the West's price cap on its oil and said it "will not accept" it. The Kremlin also reportedly said that it was analysing how to respond. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov as per a report by the Russian news agency TASS said that his country has made preparations for the price cap that goes into effect on Monday (December 5th).

Russia has denounced the West's price cap on its oil and said it "will not accept" it. The Kremlin also reportedly said that it was analysing how to respond. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov as per a report by the Russian news agency TASS said that his country has made preparations for the price cap that goes into effect on Monday (December 5th). AFP reports that this price cap agreed by the EU, G7 and Australia will go into effect on Monday alongside an EU embargo on maritime deliveries of Russian crude oil. Under the cap, Russia can only continue delivery of oil sold at $60 per barrel or less. Watch | Russia denounces oil price cap agreed by EU, G7; Zelensky says 'price cap on Moscow not serious' Peskov said "We will not accept this cap," adding that Moscow will conduct a rapid analysis of the agreement and respond. Russia has insisted that it will stop oil supplies to nations that have participated in the price cap. Mikhail Ulyanov, Moscow's ambassador to international organisations in Vienna, also confirmed this stance in social media posts. Also read | Zelensky says $60 price cap on Russian oil is ‘not serious’, won’t push Moscow into ending war "Starting from this year Europe will live without Russian oil," he said in one post, in another he claimed that Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak too has confirmed that Moscow will cut supplies to countries supporting the price cap. Starting from this year #Europe will live w/o Russian oil. #Moscow has already made it clear that it will NOT supply #oil to those countries who support anti-market price cap. Very soon the #EU will blame #Russia for using oil as a weapon. — Mikhail Ulyanov (@Amb_Ulyanov) December 3, 2022 × Deputy Prime Minister of Russia A.Novak confirmed today that Moscow would not supply oil to countries supporting price cap.They can make politically motivated anti-market decisions putting at risk stability of the oil market, Russia has the right to react accordingly. — Mikhail Ulyanov (@Amb_Ulyanov) December 4, 2022 × Reuters reports that as per US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen the price cap will be particularly beneficial to low and medium-income countries and would "cut into" the Russian President's most important source of revenue. "With Russia's economy already contracting and its budget increasingly stretched thin, the price cap will immediately cut into (President Vladimir) Putin’s most important source of revenue." Also read | OPEC+ agrees to stick to its oil output targets amid market uncertainties, energy crisis On Friday, Russian Urals crude was traded at approximately $67/barrel. Russia's embassy in the United States criticised the cap and called the move "dangerous", adding that in spite of it Moscow is "confident" it will find buyers for its oil. "Steps like these will inevitably result in increasing uncertainty and imposing higher costs for raw materials' consumers," it said."Regardless of the current flirtations with the dangerous and illegitimate instrument, we are confident that Russian oil will continue to be in demand." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Moscow says will not accept western price cap on its crude, claims 'Russian oil will continue to be in demand'

After over nine months into the Ukraine war, the West has finally reached an agreement that intends to deny Russia of war resources. The G7 and EU agreed to a 60 US dollar per barrel price cap on Russian crude oil.

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Group of seven countries along with Australia and the European Union have agreed on a $60 per barrel price cap on Russian crude oil. With this they aim to deny Russia of war resources and now both Russia and Ukraine have reacted to the agreement, Russia completely denounced the oil cap while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his disappointment over the decision.

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The US State Department official Ned Price in a statement has said that the US remains ready to meet Russia for 'New Start,' the nuclear treaty between the two countries, despite being accused of anti-Russia behaviour.&nbsp;Price said, "We do remain ready to meet with Russia in the New Start Treaty. We are committed to New Start."

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This new arms pact limits the use of nuclear weapons that can be used by both countries, Reuters reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;

As per media reports, Russia withdrew from the treaty talks earlier this week.&nbsp;

Officials from both countries were supposed to meet on Nov 29 in Egypt to discuss the issues around the treaty, including possible inspection of each other's nuclear weapons which got delayed due to Covid.&nbsp;

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Russia remarked that 'New Start' is an important tool to avoid an arms race, but its foreign ministry accused the US of trying to alter the balance of weapons by either renaming or converting them to take them out of the treaty.&nbsp;

Price told reporters that all of Russia's topics were on the agenda for the meeting. However, he stated that the US was disappointed by Russia's unilateral decision over the last few months.

Relations between the US and Russia have deteriorated, especially after Russia's invasion&nbsp; of Ukraine earlier this year, triggering several US sanctions against Russia.&nbsp;

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The US State Department official Ned Price in a statement has said that the US remains ready to meet Russia for 'New Start,' the nuclear treaty between the two countries, despite being accused of anti-Russia behaviour.

The US State Department official Ned Price in a statement has said that the US remains ready to meet Russia for 'New Start,' the nuclear treaty between the two countries, despite being accused of anti-Russia behaviour. Price said, "We do remain ready to meet with Russia in the New Start Treaty. We are committed to New Start." Also read | Biden has no intentions to talk to Putin right now, White House says This new arms pact limits the use of nuclear weapons that can be used by both countries, Reuters reported. As per media reports, Russia withdrew from the treaty talks earlier this week. Officials from both countries were supposed to meet on Nov 29 in Egypt to discuss the issues around the treaty, including possible inspection of each other's nuclear weapons which got delayed due to Covid. Also read | Russia rejects Joe Biden's terms for Ukraine talks, says offensive will continue Russia remarked that 'New Start' is an important tool to avoid an arms race, but its foreign ministry accused the US of trying to alter the balance of weapons by either renaming or converting them to take them out of the treaty. Price told reporters that all of Russia's topics were on the agenda for the meeting. However, he stated that the US was disappointed by Russia's unilateral decision over the last few months. Relations between the US and Russia have deteriorated, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine earlier this year, triggering several US sanctions against Russia. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Nine months into the Ukraine-War conflict, Moscow's Defence Ministry and the head of Ukraine's presidential administration, said that on Thursday, the two nations swapped 50 prisoners of war in the latest prisoner swap.

The swap as per Reuters comes after the top Russian official in charge of the partially occupied Ukrainian region of Donetsk announced earlier on Thursday that 50 prisoners of war would be exchanged between Moscow and Kyiv.

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Russia said that it will fly freed detainees to Moscow for rehabilitation and medical examinations.

Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine's presidential administration, announced the release of 50 "protectors of Ukraine" and promised that further prisoners of war will be exchanged "until the liberation of the last Ukrainian".

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Yermak posted on the Telegram messaging service, "The defenders of Mariupol and Azovstal have returned, also those captured ... in the battles in the Donetsk, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia directions."

Yermak further stated that among the newly released an unidentified number of Ukrainian prisoners of war were detained at the Olenivka detention centre.

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In a July attack in the eastern frontline town of Olenivka, close to Donetsk, dozens of Ukrainian prisoners held by Moscow-backed separatists were killed.

Earlier as per an AFP report, Russia had accused Kyiv of executing several surrendering soldiers.

A UN report published last month alleged that prisoners of war on both sides have been subject to torture and ill-treatment.

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Nine months into the Ukraine-War conflict, Moscow's Defence Ministry and the head of Ukraine's presidential administration, said that on Thursday, the two nations swapped 50 prisoners of war in the latest prisoner swap. The swap as per Reuters comes after the top Russian official in charge of the partially occupied Ukrainian region of Donetsk announced earlier on Thursday that 50 prisoners of war would be exchanged between Moscow and Kyiv. Watch | NATO to boost its support to Ukraine amid Russian strikes Russia said that it will fly freed detainees to Moscow for rehabilitation and medical examinations. Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine's presidential administration, announced the release of 50 "protectors of Ukraine" and promised that further prisoners of war will be exchanged "until the liberation of the last Ukrainian". Also read | Russian wives encouraging their husbands to rape Ukrainian women, alleges first lady Olena Zelenska Yermak posted on the Telegram messaging service, "The defenders of Mariupol and Azovstal have returned, also those captured ... in the battles in the Donetsk, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia directions." Yermak further stated that among the newly released an unidentified number of Ukrainian prisoners of war were detained at the Olenivka detention centre. Also read | Spain beefs up security due to letter bombs; Ukraine ambassador Pohoreltsev blames Russia In a July attack in the eastern frontline town of Olenivka, close to Donetsk, dozens of Ukrainian prisoners held by Moscow-backed separatists were killed. Earlier as per an AFP report, Russia had accused Kyiv of executing several surrendering soldiers. A UN report published last month alleged that prisoners of war on both sides have been subject to torture and ill-treatment. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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US President Joe Biden said that he would be willing to speak to Vladimir Putin for the first time since the Ukraine invasion if the Russian leader truly wants to end the war.

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It's been over nine months since Russia-Ukraine War began, there is death, destruction, carnage and the fear of what next and the sum of all fears is the use of a nuclear weapon, something that the world is dreading, the rhetoric has been rising and the caution against any use of weapons of mass destruction.

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"We have just taken over the G20 presidency, I think there will also be a lot of consultations with other countries because we are very determined that India should really articulate the concerns and the interests of the global South as it is under a lot of pressure due to a combination of circumstances like debt, Covid, Russia-Ukraine conflict and in some parts of the world terrorism as well,' India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said.

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President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine asked Elon Musk to visit the country to see the damage done in the ongoing war, saying that one such visit will help Musk to understand the situation before making peace overtures.&nbsp;

Zelensky made the comments during a New York Times summit that he addressed virtually.&nbsp;

Elon Musk last month had proposed a peace plan for Ukraine. The proposal included ceding territory to Russia. The Kremlin had welcomed his proposal.&nbsp;

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“If you want to understand what Russia has done here, come to Ukraine and you will see this with your own eyes,” Zelensky said. “After that, you will tell us how to end this war, who started and when we can end it.”

Musk-owned SpaceX funds the operation of the Starlink internet service in Ukraine, where it has emerged as a digital lifeline for soldiers and civilians alike amid destruction of the country's energy infrastructure during the ongoing war.&nbsp;

“Our people are fighting for our shared values, for freedom and democracy, not just in Ukraine but in the whole world,” Zelensky said. “If Ukraine does not stand through this war, the war will spread to other territories.”

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Zelensky restated Ukraine’s position that only two things could bring the war to an end: a victory by Ukraine or a decision by Moscow to withdraw.

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In October, CNN reported that SpaceX sent a letter to the Pentagon in September saying it could not continue to fund the Starlink service in Ukraine and may have to stop funding it unless the US military gives the company tens of millions of dollars a month. Musk had clarified that the SpaceX did not ask Biden administration to recoup past expenses, but warned that it "cannot fund the existing system indefinitely".&nbsp;

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President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine asked Elon Musk to visit the country to see the damage done in the ongoing war, saying that one such visit will help Musk to understand the situation before making peace overtures. Zelensky made the comments during a New York Times summit that he addressed virtually. Elon Musk last month had proposed a peace plan for Ukraine. The proposal included ceding territory to Russia. The Kremlin had welcomed his proposal. WATCH - Gravitas: Elon Musk proposes peace plan for Ukraine and Russia “If you want to understand what Russia has done here, come to Ukraine and you will see this with your own eyes,” Zelensky said. “After that, you will tell us how to end this war, who started and when we can end it.” Musk-owned SpaceX funds the operation of the Starlink internet service in Ukraine, where it has emerged as a digital lifeline for soldiers and civilians alike amid destruction of the country's energy infrastructure during the ongoing war. “Our people are fighting for our shared values, for freedom and democracy, not just in Ukraine but in the whole world,” Zelensky said. “If Ukraine does not stand through this war, the war will spread to other territories.” WATCH - Elon Musk: SpaceX will keep funding Starlink internet service in Ukraine × Zelensky restated Ukraine’s position that only two things could bring the war to an end: a victory by Ukraine or a decision by Moscow to withdraw. ALSO READ - Elon Musk makes U-turn, says funding would continue for Starlink in Ukraine In October, CNN reported that SpaceX sent a letter to the Pentagon in September saying it could not continue to fund the Starlink service in Ukraine and may have to stop funding it unless the US military gives the company tens of millions of dollars a month. Musk had clarified that the SpaceX did not ask Biden administration to recoup past expenses, but warned that it "cannot fund the existing system indefinitely". WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Security has been beefed up at public and diplomatic buildings in Spain following a string of letter bombs, including one that injured an official at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid.&nbsp;As per the nation's interior ministry on November 24th an "envelope with pyrotechnic material" addressed to the Prime minister was disarmed by them.&nbsp;

The Ukrainian embassy, military equipment firm Instalaza, and the defence ministry all received three similar devices. Early on Thursday morning, a fifth one was detected at Spain's Torrejon de Ardoz air base.

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Instalaza is the arms company which makes the grenade launchers that Spain donates to Ukraine.

Quoting a person familiar with the investigation, Reuters reported that the devices were sent to the heads of each institution in similar brown envelopes.&nbsp;The packages were detonated using controlled explosions.

Kyiv increased security at its embassies around the world after the letter bomb was opened by a security guard at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid. The guard suffered minor hand injuries.

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According to the source, Spain's Correos postal service has been requested to assist in the pre-screening of all such envelopes.

The letter bombs had loose gunpowder with an electrical ignition mechanism, which would cause the powder to burn instead of exploding.

Citing a judicial source Reuters further reports that Spain's High Court, which specialises in terrorism, has begun an investigation.

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As per AFP, the Ukrainian ambassador to Spain, Serhii Pohoreltsev, indirectly blamed Russia for the bomb.

In an interview with Spanish national television late on Wednesday, he said, "We are well aware of the terrorist methods of the aggressor country."

"Russia's methods and attacks require us to be ready for any kind of incident, provocation or attack," he stressed.

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Security has been beefed up at public and diplomatic buildings in Spain following a string of letter bombs, including one that injured an official at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid.

Security has been beefed up at public and diplomatic buildings in Spain following a string of letter bombs, including one that injured an official at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid. As per the nation's interior ministry on November 24th an "envelope with pyrotechnic material" addressed to the Prime minister was disarmed by them. The Ukrainian embassy, military equipment firm Instalaza, and the defence ministry all received three similar devices. Early on Thursday morning, a fifth one was detected at Spain's Torrejon de Ardoz air base. Watch | NATO to boost its support to Ukraine amid Russian strikes Instalaza is the arms company which makes the grenade launchers that Spain donates to Ukraine. Quoting a person familiar with the investigation, Reuters reported that the devices were sent to the heads of each institution in similar brown envelopes. The packages were detonated using controlled explosions. Kyiv increased security at its embassies around the world after the letter bomb was opened by a security guard at the Ukrainian embassy in Madrid. The guard suffered minor hand injuries. Also read | Russian wives encouraging their husbands to rape Ukrainian women, alleges first lady Olena Zelenska According to the source, Spain's Correos postal service has been requested to assist in the pre-screening of all such envelopes. The letter bombs had loose gunpowder with an electrical ignition mechanism, which would cause the powder to burn instead of exploding. Citing a judicial source Reuters further reports that Spain's High Court, which specialises in terrorism, has begun an investigation. Also read | UN plans further Russian fertiliser exports to Africa, upbeat on ammonia pipeline As per AFP, the Ukrainian ambassador to Spain, Serhii Pohoreltsev, indirectly blamed Russia for the bomb. In an interview with Spanish national television late on Wednesday, he said, "We are well aware of the terrorist methods of the aggressor country." "Russia's methods and attacks require us to be ready for any kind of incident, provocation or attack," he stressed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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