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US: Not Involved in Killing of Russia's Chemical Weapons Chief

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A high-ranking Russian general has been killed in a bombing in Moscow, with Ukraine claiming responsibility. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations.

Russia-Ukraine War: Top Russian General Killed In Moscow Bombing Claimed By Ukraine

A high-ranking Russian general has been killed in a bombing in Moscow, with Ukraine claiming responsibility. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nations.



<p>Russian authorities, on Wednesday (Dec 18), detained a Uzbek citizen&nbsp;for allegedly setting up a bomb that killed Russian general Igor Kirillov and one of his close aides. Kirillov, who was the head of Russia’s radiological, biological and chemical protection forces, was killed by a bomb that was planted inside an electric scooter outside his apartment building. Russian state media Tass reported that the bomb contained the equivalent of 300g of high explosive.</p>

<p>He was accused by Kyiv of using banned chemical weapons on Ukrainian soil. Just a day prior to his death, Ukrainian prosecutors had sentenced Kirillov in absentia for alleged war crimes. The official complaint read that Kirillov was "using dangerous chemicals mainly in the hottest areas of combat, where they [Russia] are trying to hide the use of chemical agents under dense artillery fire".</p>

<p>The Russian Investigative Committee currently probing the death of the top general said the suspect was allegedly hired by Ukraine’s special services and was sent to Russia to carry out the assassination. “The detainee received a homemade explosive device and placed it on an electric scooter which he parked at the entrance to the residential building where Igor Kirillov lived,” said the committee on its Telegram channel.</p>

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<p>It added that the suspect took a car and fitted it with a surveillance camera to monitor Kirillov’s movements. “The footage from this camera was broadcast online to the organizers of the terrorist attack in the city of Dnipro. After a video signal was received about the soldiers leaving the entrance, the explosive device was remotely activated by them,” the committee said, adding that “other persons involved in organizing this crime are being identified.”</p>

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<p>According to reports, the Uzbek citizen, whose identity has not been revealed yet, was given a monetary remuneration of $100,000 for the assassination along with residence in an unspecified European nation. Russia has vowed to avenge Kirillov’s death “without a doubt and without mercy.”</p>

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Russian authorities, on Wednesday (Dec 18), detained a Uzbek citizen for allegedly setting up a bomb that killed Russian general Igor Kirillov and one of his close aides.

Russian authorities, on Wednesday (Dec 18), detained a Uzbek citizen for allegedly setting up a bomb that killed Russian general Igor Kirillov and one of his close aides. Kirillov, who was the head of Russia’s radiological, biological and chemical protection forces, was killed by a bomb that was planted inside an electric scooter outside his apartment building. Russian state media Tass reported that the bomb contained the equivalent of 300g of high explosive. He was accused by Kyiv of using banned chemical weapons on Ukrainian soil. Just a day prior to his death, Ukrainian prosecutors had sentenced Kirillov in absentia for alleged war crimes. The official complaint read that Kirillov was "using dangerous chemicals mainly in the hottest areas of combat, where they [Russia] are trying to hide the use of chemical agents under dense artillery fire". The Russian Investigative Committee currently probing the death of the top general said the suspect was allegedly hired by Ukraine’s special services and was sent to Russia to carry out the assassination. “The detainee received a homemade explosive device and placed it on an electric scooter which he parked at the entrance to the residential building where Igor Kirillov lived,” said the committee on its Telegram channel. Also read: UK sending £35 million aid to help Ukrainians survive winter It added that the suspect took a car and fitted it with a surveillance camera to monitor Kirillov’s movements. “The footage from this camera was broadcast online to the organizers of the terrorist attack in the city of Dnipro. After a video signal was received about the soldiers leaving the entrance, the explosive device was remotely activated by them,” the committee said, adding that “other persons involved in organizing this crime are being identified.” Watch: Trump Calls Assad A 'Butcher' As Syrian Govt Urges Russia To Reconsider Its Presence × According to reports, the Uzbek citizen, whose identity has not been revealed yet, was given a monetary remuneration of $100,000 for the assassination along with residence in an unspecified European nation. Russia has vowed to avenge Kirillov’s death “without a doubt and without mercy.” 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

Russia detains Uzbek citizen over killing of general Kirillov, claims Kyiv gave him $100k

<p>As unidentified drones and flying objects continue to puzzle residents in New Jersey, New York, and other US Northeast cities, a drone-hunting technology currently being used on the battlefield in Ukraine might offer some relief. According to a report in ABC News, New York Senator Chuck Schumer and New York Governor Kathy Hochul have urged the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to harness the Robin Radar System to identify the source of these flying objects that have been giving sleepless nights to local communities for over a month.</p>

<p>"I want to see a flock of Robin-like technology systems deployed across the New York City metropolitan area, so we need the Department of Homeland Security to spring into action," Schumer said in a statement delivered Monday (Dec 16) in the Senate.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;White House Assures Drone Sightings in New Jersey Pose No Threat</strong></p>

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<p>It is to be noted that such drone sightings have also been reported from states like Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Ohio. On Saturday, the Boston Police Department reportedly detained two people for allegedly flying drones dangerously close to the Logan International Airport.</p>

<h2><strong>More about Robin-like technology</strong></h2>

<p>According to the director of Robin Radar USA Inc., the advanced drone detection system can be put to use to track “small moving objects, whether they be drones, rotary, fixed-wing, or if you just want to filter them out because you don't want to see birds or large crickets." Kris Brost was quoted as saying by ABC News that the system has evolved over the past years after originally being designed for preventing flocks of birds near airports from striking aircraft.</p>

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<p>The system has the ability to differentiate manned-operated aircraft from drones by analysing their flying patterns in real time and beam data back to a laptop computer with a 360-degree, 3D view of the airspace.</p>

<p>“Basically what a radar does is, a radar bounces radio waves off objects," Brost said, but also added that the Robin radar can also read a drone's radio frequency: "There’s a sophisticated term called ‘radar cross section’ and that really comes down to what is that material made of, how fast is it moving, what altitude it’s at, etc."</p>

<p>This radar system is being used in the Russia-Ukraine war to help Kyiv forces locate incoming Russian weaponised drones.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As unidentified drones and flying objects continue to puzzle residents in New Jersey, New York, and other US Northeast cities, a drone-hunting technology currently being used on the battlefield in Ukraine might offer some relief.

As unidentified drones and flying objects continue to puzzle residents in New Jersey, New York, and other US Northeast cities, a drone-hunting technology currently being used on the battlefield in Ukraine might offer some relief. According to a report in ABC News, New York Senator Chuck Schumer and New York Governor Kathy Hochul have urged the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to harness the Robin Radar System to identify the source of these flying objects that have been giving sleepless nights to local communities for over a month. "I want to see a flock of Robin-like technology systems deployed across the New York City metropolitan area, so we need the Department of Homeland Security to spring into action," Schumer said in a statement delivered Monday (Dec 16) in the Senate. Watch: White House Assures Drone Sightings in New Jersey Pose No Threat × It is to be noted that such drone sightings have also been reported from states like Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Ohio. On Saturday, the Boston Police Department reportedly detained two people for allegedly flying drones dangerously close to the Logan International Airport. More about Robin-like technology According to the director of Robin Radar USA Inc., the advanced drone detection system can be put to use to track “small moving objects, whether they be drones, rotary, fixed-wing, or if you just want to filter them out because you don't want to see birds or large crickets." Kris Brost was quoted as saying by ABC News that the system has evolved over the past years after originally being designed for preventing flocks of birds near airports from striking aircraft. Also read: Unidentified aircraft over New Jersey, New York are Chinese `spy drones`, claims US congressman The system has the ability to differentiate manned-operated aircraft from drones by analysing their flying patterns in real time and beam data back to a laptop computer with a 360-degree, 3D view of the airspace. “Basically what a radar does is, a radar bounces radio waves off objects," Brost said, but also added that the Robin radar can also read a drone's radio frequency: "There’s a sophisticated term called ‘radar cross section’ and that really comes down to what is that material made of, how fast is it moving, what altitude it’s at, etc." This radar system is being used in the Russia-Ukraine war to help Kyiv forces locate incoming Russian weaponised drones. (With inputs from agencies)

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Top Russian General killed in bomb blast, Moscow Vows Revenge on Ukraine

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<p>The British government Tuesday announced £35 million ($44 million) in aid to repair Ukraine's energy grid battered by Russian strikes and help Ukrainians confront freezing winter weather.</p>
<p>Some £20 million will be allocated to try to restore the power network and protect Ukrainian infrastructure, a UK government statement said.</p>
<p>A further £15 million will be made available to "provide lifesaving humanitarian support to the most in need as temperatures in Ukraine plummet".</p>
<p>Russia launched one of its largest missile attacks ever in the early hours of Friday, once again targeting war-torn Ukraine's energy grid.</p>
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<p>The attack "severely damaged" some Ukrainian power plants, the Ukrainian DTEK power provider said and knocked out electricity to thousands of people.</p>
<p>"As Putin's oil revenues continue to fuel the fires of his illegal war, Ukrainian families are enduring cold, dark nights, often without heating, light or electricity, targeted by Russia's relentless missile attacks," said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.</p>
<p>"But these systematic attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure will not grind Ukraine down. It will only deepen our resolve and support," he added.</p>
<p>Russia has conducted at least 11 large-scale strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the beginning of the year, Kyiv says, with Ukrainians now enduring their third winter at war.</p>
<p>The UK government also sanctioned energy companies 2Rivers DMCC and 2Rivers PTE LTD, which are "key lynchpins in enabling the trading" of Russian oil, the government said.</p>
<p>Starmer further announced additional crackdowns on Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet" of oil tankers which bypass Western sanctions.</p>
<p>The latest round of sanctions targets 20 ships. </p>
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<p>The UK government said it has now sanctioned more than 100 ships for transporting Russian energy, leaving tankers "idling uselessly outside ports" and "costing Putin and his war efforts millions in wasted funds".</p>
<p>EU countries last week agreed to blacklist around 50 more oil tankers in their 15th package of sanctions since Moscow's 2022 full-scale invasion.</p>
<p>The UK has also agreed to work with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Finland, and Estonia to request proof of insurance from suspected shadow vessels in the Baltic and North Sea.</p>
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Russia launched one of its largest missile attacks ever in the early hours of Friday, once again targeting war-torn Ukraine's energy grid.



London The British government Tuesday announced £35 million ($44 million) in aid to repair Ukraine's energy grid battered by Russian strikes and help Ukrainians confront freezing winter weather. Some £20 million will be allocated to try to restore the power network and protect Ukrainian infrastructure, a UK government statement said. A further £15 million will be made available to "provide lifesaving humanitarian support to the most in need as temperatures in Ukraine plummet". Russia launched one of its largest missile attacks ever in the early hours of Friday, once again targeting war-torn Ukraine's energy grid. Watch | Polio Vaccination Team Attacked In Pakistan, At least One Policeman Killed The attack "severely damaged" some Ukrainian power plants, the Ukrainian DTEK power provider said and knocked out electricity to thousands of people. "As Putin's oil revenues continue to fuel the fires of his illegal war, Ukrainian families are enduring cold, dark nights, often without heating, light or electricity, targeted by Russia's relentless missile attacks," said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. "But these systematic attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure will not grind Ukraine down. It will only deepen our resolve and support," he added. Russia has conducted at least 11 large-scale strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the beginning of the year, Kyiv says, with Ukrainians now enduring their third winter at war. The UK government also sanctioned energy companies 2Rivers DMCC and 2Rivers PTE LTD, which are "key lynchpins in enabling the trading" of Russian oil, the government said. Starmer further announced additional crackdowns on Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet" of oil tankers which bypass Western sanctions. The latest round of sanctions targets 20 ships. Also read | Europe's destruction, contact with aliens: Here's what Baba Vanga predicted for 2025 The UK government said it has now sanctioned more than 100 ships for transporting Russian energy, leaving tankers "idling uselessly outside ports" and "costing Putin and his war efforts millions in wasted funds". EU countries last week agreed to blacklist around 50 more oil tankers in their 15th package of sanctions since Moscow's 2022 full-scale invasion. The UK has also agreed to work with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Finland, and Estonia to request proof of insurance from suspected shadow vessels in the Baltic and North Sea. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

UK sending £35 million aid to help Ukrainians survive winter

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<p>Russian diplomat Igor Kirillov, who was killed in an electric scooter explosion in Moscow, was the head of Russia's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection troops. </p></p>
<p>Lieutenant General Kirillov was assassinated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service on Tuesday (Dec 17), according to a report by Reuters. </p>
<p>Kirillov was killed outside an apartment building along with his assistant when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off, said Russia's Investigative Committee, which probes serious crimes. According to the report, a bomb was hidden inside an e-scooter which was parked near the apartment building.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/igor-kirillov-the-russian-general-in-charge-of-nuclear-protection-forces-killed-in-explosion-in-moscow-784646"><strong>Also read: 'Ukraine kills' Russian General Igor Kirillov who was in charge of nation's nuclear protection forces</strong></a></p>
<p>Later, Ukraine claimed responsibility for his killing and said that a Ukrainian intelligence agency had been behind the hit.</p>
<h2><strong>Who was Igor Kirillov?</strong></h2>
<p>In Russia, Kirillov was seen as a tireless patriot, fighting for the truth and exposing Western "crimes". He was also accused by the West of overseeing the use of chemical weapons in their war with Ukraine. </p>
<p>He got popular for his offbeat briefings at the Russian defence ministry, which also provoked the UK Foreign Office to label him as a "significant mouthpiece for Kremlin disinformation". </p>
<p>He was much more than a mouthpiece, as he was heading Russia's Timoshenko Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Academy, before going on to lead the Russian army's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Troops in 2017.</p>
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<p>The troops were responsible for identifying hazards and protecting units from contamination but also "causing loss to the enemy by using flame-incendiary means". </p>
<p>The UK Foreign Office said that the force Kirillov commanded had deployed "barbaric chemical weapons in Ukraine", stressing that it highlighted what according to them was the widespread use of riot control agents and "multiple reports of the use of the toxic choking agent chloropicrin".</p>
<p>Kirillov got his notoriety since the beginning of Russia's war with Ukraine as he put forward certain claims directed towards both Ukraine and the West. However, these claims were not based on any facts. </p>
<p>One of his outrageous claims was that the US had been building biological weapons laboratories in Ukraine.</p>
<p>Last month, he also claimed that "one of the priority aims" of Ukraine's counter-offensive into Russia's Kursk border region was to seize the Kursk nuclear power plant. </p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In Russia, Kirillov was seen as a tireless patriot, fighting for the truth and exposing Western "crimes". He was also accused by the West of overseeing the use of chemical weapons in their war with Ukraine. 



Moscow, Russia Russian diplomat Igor Kirillov, who was killed in an electric scooter explosion in Moscow, was the head of Russia's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection troops. Lieutenant General Kirillov was assassinated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service on Tuesday (Dec 17), according to a report by Reuters. Kirillov was killed outside an apartment building along with his assistant when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off, said Russia's Investigative Committee, which probes serious crimes. According to the report, a bomb was hidden inside an e-scooter which was parked near the apartment building. Also read: 'Ukraine kills' Russian General Igor Kirillov who was in charge of nation's nuclear protection forces Later, Ukraine claimed responsibility for his killing and said that a Ukrainian intelligence agency had been behind the hit. Who was Igor Kirillov? In Russia, Kirillov was seen as a tireless patriot, fighting for the truth and exposing Western "crimes". He was also accused by the West of overseeing the use of chemical weapons in their war with Ukraine. He got popular for his offbeat briefings at the Russian defence ministry, which also provoked the UK Foreign Office to label him as a "significant mouthpiece for Kremlin disinformation". He was much more than a mouthpiece, as he was heading Russia's Timoshenko Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Academy, before going on to lead the Russian army's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Troops in 2017. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine War: Head Of Russia’s Nuclear Defence Forces Killed In Moscow Blast × The troops were responsible for identifying hazards and protecting units from contamination but also "causing loss to the enemy by using flame-incendiary means". The UK Foreign Office said that the force Kirillov commanded had deployed "barbaric chemical weapons in Ukraine", stressing that it highlighted what according to them was the widespread use of riot control agents and "multiple reports of the use of the toxic choking agent chloropicrin". Kirillov got his notoriety since the beginning of Russia's war with Ukraine as he put forward certain claims directed towards both Ukraine and the West. However, these claims were not based on any facts. One of his outrageous claims was that the US had been building biological weapons laboratories in Ukraine. Last month, he also claimed that "one of the priority aims" of Ukraine's counter-offensive into Russia's Kursk border region was to seize the Kursk nuclear power plant. (With inputs from agencies)

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A top Russian general accused of using chemical weapons in the invasion of Ukraine has died after a bomb went off at the entrance to his home in Moscow on Tuesday. Watch for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Top Russian General Killed In Moscow Blast

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<p>The British government Tuesday announced £35&nbsp;million ($44 million) in&nbsp;aid&nbsp;to repair Ukraine's energy grid battered by Russian strikes and&nbsp;help&nbsp;Ukrainians&nbsp;confront freezing&nbsp;winter&nbsp;weather.</p>

<p>Some £20 million will be allocated to try to restore the power network and protect Ukrainian infrastructure, a&nbsp;UK&nbsp;government statement said.</p>

<p>A further £15 million will be made available to "provide lifesaving humanitarian support to the most in need as temperatures in Ukraine plummet".</p>

<p>Russia launched one of its largest missile attacks ever in the early hours of Friday, once again targeting war-torn Ukraine's energy grid.</p>

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<p>The attack "severely damaged" some Ukrainian power plants, the Ukrainian DTEK power provider said and knocked out electricity to thousands of people.</p>

<p>"As Putin's oil revenues continue to fuel the fires of his illegal war, Ukrainian families are enduring cold, dark nights, often without heating, light or electricity, targeted by Russia's relentless missile attacks," said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.</p>

<p>"But these systematic attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure will not grind Ukraine down. It will only deepen our resolve and support," he added.</p>

<p>Russia has conducted at least 11 large-scale strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the beginning of the year, Kyiv says, with&nbsp;Ukrainians&nbsp;now enduring their third&nbsp;winter&nbsp;at war.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;UK&nbsp;government also sanctioned energy companies 2Rivers DMCC and 2Rivers PTE LTD, which are "key lynchpins in enabling the trading" of Russian oil, the government said.</p>

<p>Starmer further announced additional crackdowns on Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet" of oil tankers which bypass Western sanctions.</p>

<p>The latest round of sanctions targets 20 ships.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The&nbsp;UK&nbsp;government said it has now sanctioned more than 100 ships for transporting Russian energy, leaving tankers "idling uselessly outside ports" and "costing Putin and his war efforts millions in wasted funds".</p>

<p>EU countries last week agreed to blacklist around 50 more oil tankers in their 15th package of sanctions since Moscow's 2022 full-scale invasion.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;UK&nbsp;has also agreed to work with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Finland, and Estonia to request proof of insurance from suspected shadow vessels in the Baltic and North Sea.</p>

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The British government Tuesday announced £35 million ($44 million) in aid to repair Ukraine's energy grid battered by Russian strikes and help Ukrainians confront freezing winter weather.

The British government Tuesday announced £35 million ($44 million) in aid to repair Ukraine's energy grid battered by Russian strikes and help Ukrainians confront freezing winter weather. Some £20 million will be allocated to try to restore the power network and protect Ukrainian infrastructure, a UK government statement said. A further £15 million will be made available to "provide lifesaving humanitarian support to the most in need as temperatures in Ukraine plummet". Russia launched one of its largest missile attacks ever in the early hours of Friday, once again targeting war-torn Ukraine's energy grid. Watch | Polio Vaccination Team Attacked In Pakistan, At least One Policeman Killed The attack "severely damaged" some Ukrainian power plants, the Ukrainian DTEK power provider said and knocked out electricity to thousands of people. "As Putin's oil revenues continue to fuel the fires of his illegal war, Ukrainian families are enduring cold, dark nights, often without heating, light or electricity, targeted by Russia's relentless missile attacks," said British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. "But these systematic attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure will not grind Ukraine down. It will only deepen our resolve and support," he added. Russia has conducted at least 11 large-scale strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure since the beginning of the year, Kyiv says, with Ukrainians now enduring their third winter at war. The UK government also sanctioned energy companies 2Rivers DMCC and 2Rivers PTE LTD, which are "key lynchpins in enabling the trading" of Russian oil, the government said. Starmer further announced additional crackdowns on Moscow's so-called "shadow fleet" of oil tankers which bypass Western sanctions. The latest round of sanctions targets 20 ships. Also read | Europe's destruction, contact with aliens: Here's what Baba Vanga predicted for 2025 The UK government said it has now sanctioned more than 100 ships for transporting Russian energy, leaving tankers "idling uselessly outside ports" and "costing Putin and his war efforts millions in wasted funds". EU countries last week agreed to blacklist around 50 more oil tankers in their 15th package of sanctions since Moscow's 2022 full-scale invasion. The UK has also agreed to work with Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Finland, and Estonia to request proof of insurance from suspected shadow vessels in the Baltic and North Sea. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared 2024 a landmark year in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine, hailing accelerating advances and issuing yet another warning to Western nations about crossing Russia's red lines.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine War Turning in Russia's Favour, Says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared 2024 a landmark year in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine, hailing accelerating advances and issuing yet another warning to Western nations about crossing Russia's red lines. 

<p>Russian diplomat Igor Kirillov, who was killed in an electric scooter explosion in Moscow, was the head of Russia's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection troops.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lieutenant General Kirillov was assassinated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service on Tuesday (Dec 17), according to a report by Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kirillov was killed outside an apartment building along with his assistant when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off, said Russia's Investigative Committee, which probes serious crimes. According to the report, a bomb was hidden inside an e-scooter which was parked near the apartment building.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/igor-kirillov-the-russian-general-in-charge-of-nuclear-protection-forces-killed-in-explosion-in-moscow-784646"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;'Ukraine kills' Russian General Igor Kirillov who was in charge of nation's nuclear protection forces</strong></a></p>

<p>Later, Ukraine claimed responsibility for his killing and said that a Ukrainian intelligence agency had been behind the hit.</p>

<h2><strong>Who was Igor Kirillov?</strong></h2>

<p>In Russia, Kirillov was seen as a tireless patriot, fighting for the truth and exposing Western "crimes". He was also accused by the West of overseeing the use of chemical weapons in their war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He got popular for his offbeat briefings at the Russian defence ministry, which also provoked the UK Foreign Office to label him as a "significant mouthpiece for Kremlin disinformation".&nbsp;</p>

<p>He was much more than a mouthpiece, as he was heading Russia's Timoshenko Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Academy, before going on to lead the Russian army's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Troops in 2017.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Head Of Russia’s Nuclear Defence Forces Killed In Moscow Blast</strong></p>

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<p>The troops were responsible for identifying hazards and protecting units from contamination but also "causing loss to the enemy by using flame-incendiary means".&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UK Foreign Office said that the force Kirillov commanded had deployed "barbaric chemical weapons in Ukraine", stressing that it highlighted what according to them was the widespread use of riot control agents and "multiple reports of the use of the toxic choking agent chloropicrin".</p>

<p>Kirillov got his notoriety since the beginning of Russia's war with Ukraine as he put forward certain claims directed towards both Ukraine and the West. However, these claims were not based on any facts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>One of his outrageous claims was that the US had been building biological weapons laboratories in Ukraine.</p>

<p>Last month, he also claimed that "one of the priority aims" of Ukraine's counter-offensive into Russia's Kursk border region was to seize the Kursk nuclear power plant.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Russian diplomat Igor Kirillov, who was killed in an electric scooter explosion in Moscow, was the head of Russia's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection troops.

Russian diplomat Igor Kirillov, who was killed in an electric scooter explosion in Moscow, was the head of Russia's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection troops. Lieutenant General Kirillov was assassinated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service on Tuesday (Dec 17), according to a report by Reuters. Kirillov was killed outside an apartment building along with his assistant when a bomb hidden in an electric scooter went off, said Russia's Investigative Committee, which probes serious crimes. According to the report, a bomb was hidden inside an e-scooter which was parked near the apartment building. Also read: 'Ukraine kills' Russian General Igor Kirillov who was in charge of nation's nuclear protection forces Later, Ukraine claimed responsibility for his killing and said that a Ukrainian intelligence agency had been behind the hit. Who was Igor Kirillov? In Russia, Kirillov was seen as a tireless patriot, fighting for the truth and exposing Western "crimes". He was also accused by the West of overseeing the use of chemical weapons in their war with Ukraine. He got popular for his offbeat briefings at the Russian defence ministry, which also provoked the UK Foreign Office to label him as a "significant mouthpiece for Kremlin disinformation". He was much more than a mouthpiece, as he was heading Russia's Timoshenko Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Academy, before going on to lead the Russian army's Radiation, Chemical and Biological Protection Troops in 2017. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine War: Head Of Russia’s Nuclear Defence Forces Killed In Moscow Blast × The troops were responsible for identifying hazards and protecting units from contamination but also "causing loss to the enemy by using flame-incendiary means". The UK Foreign Office said that the force Kirillov commanded had deployed "barbaric chemical weapons in Ukraine", stressing that it highlighted what according to them was the widespread use of riot control agents and "multiple reports of the use of the toxic choking agent chloropicrin". Kirillov got his notoriety since the beginning of Russia's war with Ukraine as he put forward certain claims directed towards both Ukraine and the West. However, these claims were not based on any facts. One of his outrageous claims was that the US had been building biological weapons laboratories in Ukraine. Last month, he also claimed that "one of the priority aims" of Ukraine's counter-offensive into Russia's Kursk border region was to seize the Kursk nuclear power plant. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared 2024 a landmark year in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine, hailing accelerating advances and issuing yet another warning to Western nations about crossing Russia's red lines. Our next story takes a look at how Russia will intensify its offensive and the conflict will take a grim turn, raising questions about the future of Western support for Ukraine. Watch in for more details!



Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Warns West: Don't Cross Russia's Red Lines

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<p>Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine. </p></p>
<p>Pentagon and Ukraine have claimed that North Korean soldiers have been deployed to help Russia in its war with Ukraine. </p>
<p>The North Korean units were involved in assaults on the weekend near three villages, according to Ukraine’s defence intelligence service. </p>
<p>They added that three North Korean soldiers went missing during clashes near the villages of Pleskhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka close to the border.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, earlier, a Ukrainian frontline drone unit posted a video on Sunday, showing the bodies of more than 20 North Korean soldiers lined up in an icy field. However, the quality of the video was not good enough to verify their identity, reported CNN. </p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-zelensky-says-russia-using-noticeable-number-of-north-korean-soldiers-in-kursk-assaults-784053"><strong>Also read: Ukraine's Zelensky says Russia using 'noticeable' number of North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaults</strong></a></p>
<p>Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that North Korean troops deployed to Kursk have been involved in the war. </p>
<h2><strong>North Korea's involvement in war 'dangerous expansion'</strong></h2>
<p>The US, ten other countries, and the EU, in a joint statement, called North Korea's growing involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine a "dangerous expansion". </p>
<p>"Direct DPRK support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine marks a dangerous expansion of the conflict, with serious consequences for European and Indo-Pacific security," the statement said, referring to North Korea by its official acronym.</p>
<p><strong>Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Accuses Russia Of Deploying North Korean Troops In Kursk</strong></p>
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<p>The joint statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the high representative of the European Union. </p>
<p>They added that they were "deeply concerned about any political, military, or economic support that Russia may be providing to the DPRK's illegal weapons programmes, including weapons of mass destruction."</p>
<p><em>Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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</em></p>
<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The North Korean units were involved in assaults at the weekend near three villages, according to Ukraine’s defence intelligence service. 



Kyiv, Ukraine Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine. Pentagon and Ukraine have claimed that North Korean soldiers have been deployed to help Russia in its war with Ukraine. The North Korean units were involved in assaults on the weekend near three villages, according to Ukraine’s defence intelligence service. They added that three North Korean soldiers went missing during clashes near the villages of Pleskhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka close to the border. Meanwhile, earlier, a Ukrainian frontline drone unit posted a video on Sunday, showing the bodies of more than 20 North Korean soldiers lined up in an icy field. However, the quality of the video was not good enough to verify their identity, reported CNN. Also read: Ukraine's Zelensky says Russia using 'noticeable' number of North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaults Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that North Korean troops deployed to Kursk have been involved in the war. North Korea's involvement in war 'dangerous expansion' The US, ten other countries, and the EU, in a joint statement, called North Korea's growing involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine a "dangerous expansion". "Direct DPRK support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine marks a dangerous expansion of the conflict, with serious consequences for European and Indo-Pacific security," the statement said, referring to North Korea by its official acronym. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Accuses Russia Of Deploying North Korean Troops In Kursk × The joint statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the high representative of the European Union. They added that they were "deeply concerned about any political, military, or economic support that Russia may be providing to the DPRK's illegal weapons programmes, including weapons of mass destruction." Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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 (With inputs from agencies)

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims killing or injuring 30 North Korean soldiers in Kursk region

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared 2024 a landmark year in Russia's military campaign against Ukraine, hailing accelerating advances and issuing yet another warning to Western nations about crossing Russia's red lines. Our next story takes a look at how Russia will intensify its offensive and the conflict will take a grim turn, raising questions about the future of Western support for Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

<p>Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pentagon and Ukraine have claimed that North Korean soldiers have been deployed to help Russia in its war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The North Korean units were involved in assaults on the weekend near three villages, according to Ukraine’s defence intelligence service.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They added that three North Korean soldiers went missing during clashes near the villages of Pleskhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka close to the border.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, earlier, a Ukrainian frontline drone unit posted a video on Sunday, showing the bodies of more than 20 North Korean soldiers lined up in an icy field. However, the quality of the video was not good enough to verify their identity, reported CNN.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-zelensky-says-russia-using-noticeable-number-of-north-korean-soldiers-in-kursk-assaults-784053"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Ukraine's Zelensky says Russia using 'noticeable' number of North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaults</strong></a></p>

<p>Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that North Korean troops deployed to Kursk have been involved in the war.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>North Korea's involvement in war 'dangerous expansion'</strong></h2>

<p>The US, ten other countries, and the EU, in a joint statement, called North Korea's growing involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine a "dangerous expansion".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Direct DPRK support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine marks a dangerous expansion of the conflict, with serious consequences for European and Indo-Pacific security," the statement said, referring to North Korea by its official acronym.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Accuses Russia Of Deploying North Korean Troops In Kursk</strong></p>

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<p>The joint statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the high representative of the European Union.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They added that they were "deeply concerned about any political, military, or economic support that Russia may be providing to the DPRK's illegal weapons programmes, including weapons of mass destruction."</p>

<p><em>Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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</em></p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine.

Ukraine's military agency on Monday (Dec 16) claimed that around 30 North Korean troops were killed or wounded in Russia's Kursk border region. This comes as the first reported casualties since Kyiv announced that Pyongyang has sent 10,000 troops to Russia to help in its war with Ukraine. Pentagon and Ukraine have claimed that North Korean soldiers have been deployed to help Russia in its war with Ukraine. The North Korean units were involved in assaults on the weekend near three villages, according to Ukraine’s defence intelligence service. They added that three North Korean soldiers went missing during clashes near the villages of Pleskhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka close to the border. Meanwhile, earlier, a Ukrainian frontline drone unit posted a video on Sunday, showing the bodies of more than 20 North Korean soldiers lined up in an icy field. However, the quality of the video was not good enough to verify their identity, reported CNN. Also read: Ukraine's Zelensky says Russia using 'noticeable' number of North Korean soldiers in Kursk assaults Last month, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that North Korean troops deployed to Kursk have been involved in the war. North Korea's involvement in war 'dangerous expansion' The US, ten other countries, and the EU, in a joint statement, called North Korea's growing involvement in Russia's war in Ukraine a "dangerous expansion". "Direct DPRK support for Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine marks a dangerous expansion of the conflict, with serious consequences for European and Indo-Pacific security," the statement said, referring to North Korea by its official acronym. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Accuses Russia Of Deploying North Korean Troops In Kursk × The joint statement was signed by the foreign ministers of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the high representative of the European Union. They added that they were "deeply concerned about any political, military, or economic support that Russia may be providing to the DPRK's illegal weapons programmes, including weapons of mass destruction." Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the 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 (With inputs from agencies)

As the Russia-Ukraine war intensifies, questions are rising about Ukraine's ability to withstand the continued Russian offensive. Despite mounting pressure, Ukraine has shown resilience in defending its territories and securing international support. However, the prolonged conflict, heavy casualties, and ongoing destruction have left the country in a fragile position. The outcome of this war depends on military strategies, global alliances, and Ukraine's determination to maintain its sovereignty amid relentless attacks.



Russia-Ukraine War: Can Ukraine Survive Russian Onslaught?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of deploying North Korean troops to the Kursk region, a move he claims is part of Moscow's strategy to bolster its military presence in the ongoing conflict. Zelensky's statement highlights growing concerns about Russia's reliance on foreign support, as it continues to face significant resistance from Ukrainian forces. This alleged involvement of North Korean soldiers underscores the increasingly complex and international nature of the war, drawing attention to possible alliances that are reshaping the battlefield dynamics.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Accuses Russia Of Deploying North Korean Troops In Kursk

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of deploying North Korean troops to the Kursk region, a move he claims is part of Moscow's strategy to bolster its military presence in the ongoing conflict. Zelensky's statement highlights growing concerns about Russia's reliance on foreign support, as it continues to face significant resistance from Ukrainian forces. This alleged involvement of North Korean soldiers underscores the increasingly complex and international nature of the war, drawing attention to possible alliances that are reshaping the battlefield dynamics.



As the Russia-Ukraine war intensifies, questions are rising about Ukraine's ability to withstand the continued Russian offensive. Despite mounting pressure, Ukraine has shown resilience in defending its territories and securing international support. However, the prolonged conflict, heavy casualties, and ongoing destruction have left the country in a fragile position. The outcome of this war depends on military strategies, global alliances, and Ukraine's determination to maintain its sovereignty amid relentless attacks.

Russia faces a triple threat… Rising inflation, soaring defence spending, and tightening household budgets. With inflation expected to reach 9 percent this year and interest rates climbing to 21 percent, many Russians are struggling to afford daily necessities. Take a look at our next report for more on the ‘cost of war’.

Military Spending Soars While Russians Battle Daily Expenses

Russia has launched attacks on Ukraine's power facilities, causing widespread blackouts and disruptions. The strikes are part of ongoing efforts to weaken Ukraine's infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict.

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In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, former U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the idea of using U.S. weapons to strike Russia, calling it a "foolish" approach. His remarks add to the growing debate surrounding the U.S.'s role in the conflict, as tensions rise between NATO allies and Russia. Trump’s statement highlights concerns about escalating the war and the potential consequences of deeper involvement.

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