Vladimir Putin intensifies efforts to reclaim Kursk, signaling a renewed push in Russia's military campaign as the battle for the strategic region escalates.

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Determined to Win Kursk Back

Russia intensifies its military offensive on multiple fronts, escalating the conflict as Ukrainian forces struggle to repel the relentless advance.

Russia-Ukraine War: Relentless Russian Advance on Multiple Fronts

Russian strikes damaged a dam near the front line in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, Ukrainian authorities said, warning nearby villages could be threatened by rising water levels.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Strike On Donetsk Dam Sparks Flood Risks Near Frontline

US President-elect Donald Trump spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone and discussed ending the war in Ukraine amongst many other important topics, a media report said.

Trump, Putin Speak Over Phone, Discuss Ending War In Ukraine: Report

US President-elect Donald Trump will not take office for the next two months but he is already shaping US Policy in two major hotspots that is Ukraine and Israel. In the latest trump held a phone call with Putin and urged him not to escalate the war in Ukraine. He also reminded the Russian president of America's sizable military presence in Europe..

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EU'S foreign policy chief, Borrell, visited Kyiv for the fifth time since the Russia-Ukraine war began. Borrell reassured Ukraine of Europe's unfailing support just days after Donald Trump's election victory. Watch to know more.

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The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia. This includes continued military aid, economic assistance, and diplomatic efforts to help Ukraine defend its sovereignty and resist Russian aggression. The U.S. has emphasized the importance of standing with Ukraine in its fight for freedom and territorial integrity, as well as holding Russia accountable for its actions.

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Ukraine says its troops clashed with North Korean troops in Russia’s Kursk region. Reports claimed North Korean troops fought together with Russia's 810 Separate Naval Infantry Brigade. Ukrainian Defence Minister says ‘small group’ of N. Korean soldiers was attacked. Watch to know more!

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said it would be "unacceptable" for Europe to offer the Kremlin concessions to halt its invasion of Ukraine after Moscow demanded the West enter direct talks on ending the war. Watch this report for more details!

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The Russian government's earnings from the oil industry shrank by 29% in October from a year ago. This comes due to lower crude prices and increased state reimbursements to the nation's fuel producers.

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<p>North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) chief Mark Rutte said on Thursday (Nov. 7) that the growing ties between Russia and North Korea are not only a threat to the European part of NATO, but also to the United States.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Russia is delivering the latest technology to North Korea in return for North Korean help with the war against Ukraine, and this is a threat not only to the European part of NATO but also to the US," Rutte said before a meeting with European leaders in Budapest.</p>

<p>“What we see more and more is that North Korea, Iran, China, and of course, Russia are working together, working together against Ukraine,” he added.</p>

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<p>Rutte said that he would like to discuss the issue with Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I look forward to sit down with Donald Trump to discuss how we can face these threats collectively,” he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recently, North Korea has become one of the strongest supporters of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the West has been accusing Pyongyang of supplying artillery shells and missiles to Moscow.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Western powers believe that Pyongyang has deployed around 10,000 troops to Russia, according to intelligence reports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, earlier this week, Russian President Vladimir Putin met North Korea's foreign minister in the Kremlin. A video of the meeting showed the pair shaking hands for a full minute as Putin greeted Choe Son Hui.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin noted that they were meeting on Russia's National Unity Day, a public holiday, and Choe conveyed "sincere, warm, comradely greetings" from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) chief Mark Rutte said on Thursday (Nov. 7) that the growing ties between Russia and North Korea are not only a threat to the European part of NATO, but also to the United States.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) chief Mark Rutte said on Thursday (Nov. 7) that the growing ties between Russia and North Korea are not only a threat to the European part of NATO, but also to the United States. "Russia is delivering the latest technology to North Korea in return for North Korean help with the war against Ukraine, and this is a threat not only to the European part of NATO but also to the US," Rutte said before a meeting with European leaders in Budapest. “What we see more and more is that North Korea, Iran, China, and of course, Russia are working together, working together against Ukraine,” he added. Also read: North Korea says deployment of troops in Russia won’t breach international law Rutte said that he would like to discuss the issue with Donald Trump. “I look forward to sit down with Donald Trump to discuss how we can face these threats collectively,” he said. Recently, North Korea has become one of the strongest supporters of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the West has been accusing Pyongyang of supplying artillery shells and missiles to Moscow. Watch | North Korea Fires Salvo of Short-Range Missiles Amid US Election Tensions × The Western powers believe that Pyongyang has deployed around 10,000 troops to Russia, according to intelligence reports. Moreover, earlier this week, Russian President Vladimir Putin met North Korea's foreign minister in the Kremlin. A video of the meeting showed the pair shaking hands for a full minute as Putin greeted Choe Son Hui. Putin noted that they were meeting on Russia's National Unity Day, a public holiday, and Choe conveyed "sincere, warm, comradely greetings" from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States has been a key ally of Ukraine in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, providing significant military, financial, and humanitarian support since the conflict began in 2014 and escalated in 2022. The U.S. has supplied Ukraine with advanced weaponry, intelligence, and economic aid, while also imposing sanctions on Russia in an effort to weaken its military and economic strength. This support reflects a broader Western commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, countering Russian aggression and promoting stability in the region.

Russia-Ukraine War: US Has Been An Ally Of Ukraine In Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War

<p>The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.</p>

<p>"These sanctions will bear down on Russian malign activity in Libya, Mali, and CAR (Central African Republic), exposing and combatting Russia's illicit activity in Africa," a government statement said, announcing its latest package of measures against Russia.</p>

<p>The UK government said the measures were the first direct sanctions against Africa Corps by a G7 country.</p>

<p>Moscow was a key player in Africa during Soviet times and has been boosting its influence on the continent again in recent years.</p>

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<p>Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group or its successor, Africa Corps, now support several African governments, and Russian "advisers" work with local officials.</p>

<p>The British sanctions come before Russia holds a large gathering of African foreign ministers in Sochi, southern Russia, this weekend.</p>

<p>As well as Africa Corps, the private military group Espanola and the Bears Brigade organisation are also being sanctioned.</p>

<p>London accused the three groups of "widespread human rights abuses" across the African continent, adding that they had "threatened peace and security in Libya, Mali and the Central African Republic".</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine War: US Has Been An Ally Of Ukraine In Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Punitive measures&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the sanctions would continue the UK's "pushback on the Kremlin's corrosive foreign policy, undermining Russia's attempts to foster instability across Africa and disrupting the supply of vital equipment for Putin's war machine" in Ukraine.</p>

<p>The punitive measures are part of the UK's biggest package of sanctions against Russia since May 2023.</p>

<p>Others targeted include suppliers of machine tools, components for drones, ball bearings and other goods that support Russia's military.</p>

<p>Also being sanctioned is GRU Russian intelligence agency agent Denis Sergeev.</p>

<p>London believes Sergeev was involved in a chemical weapon attack on the UK city of Salisbury in 2018 against former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both survived but a local woman who came into contact with the weapons-grade nerve agent Novichok died.</p>

<p>UK counter-terrorism chiefs in 2021 said there was enough evidence to charge Sergeev with conspiracy to murder, attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm, and possession and use of a chemical weapon.</p>

<p>The UK has been one of Ukraine's biggest backers in its war against Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbour, committing to delivering £3.0 billion ($3.9 billion) of military aid every year for as long as needed.</p>

<p>"Putin is nearly 1,000 days into a war he thought would only take a few. He will fail and I will continue to bear down on the Kremlin and support the Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom," Lammy said.</p>

<p>Other sanctions packages last month took aim at Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers, used to sidestep a Western embargo on oil exports after its invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>In October, Britain also sanctioned the chemical and biological arm of Russia's armed forces and its commander, Igor Kirillov, over the alleged use of chemical weapons in Ukraine.</p>

<p>Russia was hit with a first wave of sanctions following its annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. The West tightened the screws after Moscow launched a full-fledged invasion of its neighbour in February 2022.</p>

<p>But Russia's economy has withstood the shock, growing 5.4 per cent in the first quarter of this year as its trade relations with Asia and the Middle East soared.</p>

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The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps.

The UK government announced sanctions on Thursday against three private mercenary groups operating in Africa with links to the Kremlin, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps. "These sanctions will bear down on Russian malign activity in Libya, Mali, and CAR (Central African Republic), exposing and combatting Russia's illicit activity in Africa," a government statement said, announcing its latest package of measures against Russia. The UK government said the measures were the first direct sanctions against Africa Corps by a G7 country. Moscow was a key player in Africa during Soviet times and has been boosting its influence on the continent again in recent years. Also read: Russia questions why West can support Kyiv but North Korea can’t back Moscow Russian mercenaries from the Wagner group or its successor, Africa Corps, now support several African governments, and Russian "advisers" work with local officials. The British sanctions come before Russia holds a large gathering of African foreign ministers in Sochi, southern Russia, this weekend. As well as Africa Corps, the private military group Espanola and the Bears Brigade organisation are also being sanctioned. London accused the three groups of "widespread human rights abuses" across the African continent, adding that they had "threatened peace and security in Libya, Mali and the Central African Republic". Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: US Has Been An Ally Of Ukraine In Ongoing Russia-Ukraine War × Punitive measures British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the sanctions would continue the UK's "pushback on the Kremlin's corrosive foreign policy, undermining Russia's attempts to foster instability across Africa and disrupting the supply of vital equipment for Putin's war machine" in Ukraine. The punitive measures are part of the UK's biggest package of sanctions against Russia since May 2023. Others targeted include suppliers of machine tools, components for drones, ball bearings and other goods that support Russia's military. Also being sanctioned is GRU Russian intelligence agency agent Denis Sergeev. London believes Sergeev was involved in a chemical weapon attack on the UK city of Salisbury in 2018 against former Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia. Both survived but a local woman who came into contact with the weapons-grade nerve agent Novichok died. UK counter-terrorism chiefs in 2021 said there was enough evidence to charge Sergeev with conspiracy to murder, attempted murder, causing grievous bodily harm, and possession and use of a chemical weapon. The UK has been one of Ukraine's biggest backers in its war against Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbour, committing to delivering £3.0 billion ($3.9 billion) of military aid every year for as long as needed. "Putin is nearly 1,000 days into a war he thought would only take a few. He will fail and I will continue to bear down on the Kremlin and support the Ukrainian people in their fight for freedom," Lammy said. Other sanctions packages last month took aim at Russia's "shadow fleet" of tankers, used to sidestep a Western embargo on oil exports after its invasion of Ukraine. In October, Britain also sanctioned the chemical and biological arm of Russia's armed forces and its commander, Igor Kirillov, over the alleged use of chemical weapons in Ukraine. Russia was hit with a first wave of sanctions following its annexation of Crimea from Ukraine in 2014. The West tightened the screws after Moscow launched a full-fledged invasion of its neighbour in February 2022. But Russia's economy has withstood the shock, growing 5.4 per cent in the first quarter of this year as its trade relations with Asia and the Middle East soared. 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 sanctions Russia-backed mercenaries, including Wagner group successor Africa Corps

<p>With Donald Trump coming back to power after winning the US presidential election on Wednesday (Nov. 6), Washington's support for Kyiv comes into question&nbsp;as to how Trump’s presidency would affect the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After Trump’s victory, Ukraine may soon have to adjust to a dramatic reduction in US support that could have a major impact on its war with Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his campaign, the Republican presidential candidate has been casting doubts on the US commitment to Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moreover, according to Trump’s statements, the US could pressure Ukraine into an uneasy truce with Russia.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unfriendly-country-kremlin-spokesperson-says-not-aware-of-putins-plans-to-congratulate-trump-774046"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;‘Unfriendly country,’ Kremlin spokesperson says ‘not aware’ of Putin’s plans to congratulate Trump</strong></a></p>

<p>President Joe Biden’s administration has provided tens of billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine, in terms of weapons and budget assistance. The administration also plans to continue to provide aid to Kyiv before Trump takes office.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Trump has repeatedly backed Putin and has been criticising Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his campaigns and rallies, Trump claimed that the Russia-Ukraine war would not have started if he had been president. He had also vowed to end the war, sometimes also claiming that he would stop the years-long conflict before taking office.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;US Elections 2024 | Trump 2.0: A New Era Of Leadership</strong></p>

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<p>However, Zelensky congratulated Trump on his electoral win on Wednesday, saying that he appreciates Trump’s commitment to “peace through strength.”</p>

<p>“We look forward to an era of a strong United States of America under President Trump’s decisive leadership. We rely on continued strong bipartisan support for Ukraine in the United States,” Zelensky wrote. “We are interested in developing mutually beneficial political and economic cooperation that will benefit both of our nations.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not planning to call Trump to congratulate him on his win. “I am not aware of the president’s plans to congratulate Trump on the election,” Peskov said. He further called the US an “unfriendly country”.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


With Donald Trump coming back to power after winning the US presidential election on Wednesday (Nov. 6), Washington's support for Kyiv comes into question as to how Trump’s presidency would affect the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

With Donald Trump coming back to power after winning the US presidential election on Wednesday (Nov. 6), Washington's support for Kyiv comes into question as to how Trump’s presidency would affect the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. After Trump’s victory, Ukraine may soon have to adjust to a dramatic reduction in US support that could have a major impact on its war with Russia. In his campaign, the Republican presidential candidate has been casting doubts on the US commitment to Ukraine. Moreover, according to Trump’s statements, the US could pressure Ukraine into an uneasy truce with Russia. Also read: ‘Unfriendly country,’ Kremlin spokesperson says ‘not aware’ of Putin’s plans to congratulate Trump President Joe Biden’s administration has provided tens of billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine, in terms of weapons and budget assistance. The administration also plans to continue to provide aid to Kyiv before Trump takes office. Meanwhile, Trump has repeatedly backed Putin and has been criticising Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. During his campaigns and rallies, Trump claimed that the Russia-Ukraine war would not have started if he had been president. He had also vowed to end the war, sometimes also claiming that he would stop the years-long conflict before taking office. Watch | US Elections 2024 | Trump 2.0: A New Era Of Leadership × However, Zelensky congratulated Trump on his electoral win on Wednesday, saying that he appreciates Trump’s commitment to “peace through strength.” “We look forward to an era of a strong United States of America under President Trump’s decisive leadership. We rely on continued strong bipartisan support for Ukraine in the United States,” Zelensky wrote. “We are interested in developing mutually beneficial political and economic cooperation that will benefit both of our nations.” Meanwhile, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that Russian President Vladimir Putin is not planning to call Trump to congratulate him on his win. “I am not aware of the president’s plans to congratulate Trump on the election,” Peskov said. He further called the US an “unfriendly country”. (With inputs from agencies)

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Moscow is closely monitoring the developments in the U.S. elections. Just after Trump’s victory speech in Florida, Putin’s press secretary, Dmitry Peskov, stated that people should not forget that the American nation remains unfriendly toward Russia. Watch in for more details!

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<p>US media reported Monday (Nov 4) that Western intelligence officials have linked Russia to a covert flight sabotage operation, involving a plot to start fires on planes using incendiary devices. Wall Street Journal reported, citing the officials, that the operation specifically targets passenger and cargo flights to the US and Canada.</p>

<p>The development comes after device explosions were reported at two logistics hubs of DHL, the world's leading logistics company. A probe was launched following explosions in Leipzig, Germany and Birmingham, UK.</p>

<h2><strong>Results of the probe</strong></h2>

<p>According to the officials, the explosive shipment at the DHL UK centre came from Lithuania. The shipment had electric massagers implanted with a magnesium-based flammable substance.</p>

<p>The WSJ reported that the devices “appear to have been a test run to figure out how to get such incendiary devices aboard planes bound for North America.”</p>

<h2><strong>Russia rubbishes allegations</strong></h2>

<p>Russia has vehemently rejected these allegations as “unsubstantiated insinuations from the media.” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “We have never heard any official accusations.”</p>

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<p>However, a senior US official later admitted there was no “active threat” targeting US-bound flights while talking to CNN.</p>

<h2><strong>Arrests made in October</strong></h2>

<p>Poland in October had detained at least four people for allegedly being part of the sabotage group. At the same time, search for two more suspects at the international level was initiated.</p>

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<p>In a statement, the Polish government said “parcels containing camouflaged explosives and dangerous materials” were sent via courier to the UK and European Union countries and “spontaneously ignited or detonated during land and air transport.”</p>

<p>It added the aim of this exercise was to “test the transfer channel for this type of shipments which were ultimately to be sent to the United States of America and Canada.”</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


US media reported Monday (Nov 4) that Western intelligence officials have linked Russia to a covert flight sabotage operation, involving a plot to start fires on planes using incendiary devices.

US media reported Monday (Nov 4) that Western intelligence officials have linked Russia to a covert flight sabotage operation, involving a plot to start fires on planes using incendiary devices. Wall Street Journal reported, citing the officials, that the operation specifically targets passenger and cargo flights to the US and Canada. The development comes after device explosions were reported at two logistics hubs of DHL, the world's leading logistics company. A probe was launched following explosions in Leipzig, Germany and Birmingham, UK. Results of the probe According to the officials, the explosive shipment at the DHL UK centre came from Lithuania. The shipment had electric massagers implanted with a magnesium-based flammable substance. The WSJ reported that the devices “appear to have been a test run to figure out how to get such incendiary devices aboard planes bound for North America.” Russia rubbishes allegations Russia has vehemently rejected these allegations as “unsubstantiated insinuations from the media.” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “We have never heard any official accusations.” Also read: India responds to US sanctions on Indian firms for aiding Russia: 'Not in violation of Indian laws' However, a senior US official later admitted there was no “active threat” targeting US-bound flights while talking to CNN. Arrests made in October Poland in October had detained at least four people for allegedly being part of the sabotage group. At the same time, search for two more suspects at the international level was initiated. Watch: Russia Fines Google $20,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,0 × In a statement, the Polish government said “parcels containing camouflaged explosives and dangerous materials” were sent via courier to the UK and European Union countries and “spontaneously ignited or detonated during land and air transport.” It added the aim of this exercise was to “test the transfer channel for this type of shipments which were ultimately to be sent to the United States of America and Canada.” (With inputs from agencies)

Russia plotting to sabotage US-bound flights with incendiary devices, claims report

Ukrainian President Zelensky has slammed allies for lack of sufficient support against North Korean troops in Russia. Watch this report to know more.

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Ukraine's air defense forces successfully intercepted and shot down two missiles launched by Russia overnight, according to military sources. The attempted strikes, part of Russia's ongoing missile campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, were thwarted before causing significant damage. The interception marks another victory for Ukraine's defense efforts as the war continues to intensify.

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<p>An engineer at a Russian tank manufacturer has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for high treason, after being found guilty of giving military information to Ukraine, a court said on Tuesday (Nov 5).</p>

<p>Danil Mukhametov, 32, was working as an engineer at Uralvagonzavod in Nizhny Tagil in Russia's Urals when he was detained in 2023 along with his wife Viktoria by Russia's FSB security services, the regional court in Sverdlovsk said.</p>

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<p>Uralvagonzavod is one of the largest tank manufacturers in the world.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mukhametov and his wife, who also worked there, were accused of "giving Ukrainian special services military and technical information", the court said.</p>

<p>Mukhametov "partially admitted his guilt" and was sentenced to 16 years in prison.</p>

<p>His wife, Viktoria Mukhametova, was sentenced in early October to 12.5 years in prison on the same charges, according to Russian news agencies.</p>

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<p>The case is the latest Ukraine espionage case that Russia has opened since it sent troops to Ukraine in February 2022.</p>

<p>Since then, thousands of people have also been detained or fined for their opposition to the Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

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An engineer at a Russian tank manufacturer has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for high treason, after being found guilty of giving military information to Ukraine, a court said on Tuesday (Nov 5).

An engineer at a Russian tank manufacturer has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for high treason, after being found guilty of giving military information to Ukraine, a court said on Tuesday (Nov 5). Danil Mukhametov, 32, was working as an engineer at Uralvagonzavod in Nizhny Tagil in Russia's Urals when he was detained in 2023 along with his wife Viktoria by Russia's FSB security services, the regional court in Sverdlovsk said. Also read | US intelligence warns foreign influence narratives will focus on swing states Uralvagonzavod is one of the largest tank manufacturers in the world. Mukhametov and his wife, who also worked there, were accused of "giving Ukrainian special services military and technical information", the court said. Mukhametov "partially admitted his guilt" and was sentenced to 16 years in prison. His wife, Viktoria Mukhametova, was sentenced in early October to 12.5 years in prison on the same charges, according to Russian news agencies. Also read | Donald Trump's key campaign official fired for being white nationalist, reports The case is the latest Ukraine espionage case that Russia has opened since it sent troops to Ukraine in February 2022. Since then, thousands of people have also been detained or fined for their opposition to the Ukraine conflict. 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 engineer jailed for 16 years on charges of spying for Ukraine

The price of butter has risen sharply in Russia. This comes as a result of Moscow's struggles to establish alternative supply lines to offset its wartime isolation from the west.

Russian Butter Squeeze Highlights Growing Economic Toll From War

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