Russian President Vladimir Putin has revised Russia's nuclear doctrine, expanding the rules for nuclear weapon use. This move comes as the West considers allowing Ukraine to strike deep within Russia with long-range missiles.

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Donald Trump says he would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday in New York, one day after the White House hopeful slammed Ukraine's leader for refusing to strike a deal with Russia over their war. Watch in for more details!

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Russia unleashed an overnight drone strike on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Thursday. This has caused huge damage to civilian infrastructure. More than a dozen Iranian-made attack drones were spotted over the city, most of which were shot down. Around 20 cars and a gas pipe in a residential area were damaged in the hours-long strike. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia launches overnight drone strike on Kyiv

President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday that Russia could use nuclear weapons if it was struck with conventional missiles, and that Moscow would consider any assault on it supported by a nuclear power to be a joint attack.

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Russia's economic growth has defied IMF estimates. The country grew by 4.4% in 2024. This despite multiple sanctions imposed by U.S. & allies. But what's really driving the Russian economy? Take a look at this report for more...

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $375 million in military aid for Ukraine on Wednesday, in a package that includes HIMARS precision rocket launchers, cluster munitions, and light tactical vehicles.

"The United States is committed to Ukraine's defence against Russia's brutal aggression," Blinken said in a statement, adding Washington would "deploy this new assistance as quickly as possible."

The package includes "munitions and support" for HIMARS, cluster and artillery munitions, artillery armoured and light vehicles, small arms, and "anti-armor" weapons, such as the Javelin and TOW missiles, as well as AT-4 anti-tank rockets.

Under President Joe Biden, the United States has provided around $175 billion in both military and economic assistance to Ukraine since Russia's February 2022 invasion.

Also included in the latest package are "spare parts, ancillary equipment, services, training, and transportation."

The United States' November 5 election could spell a shift for Kyiv's key military backer.

Donald Trump, who is running again for president, has called Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky the "greatest salesman on Earth."

"Every time Zelensky comes to the United States, he walks away with $100 billion," Trump said this week, claiming "we're stuck in that war unless I'm president."

Blinken reiterated Washington's support for Kyiv, adding that "the United States and the international coalition, we have assembled, will continue to stand with Ukraine."

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $375 million in military aid for Ukraine on Wednesday, in a package that includes HIMARS precision rocket launchers, cluster munitions, and light tactical vehicles.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $375 million in military aid for Ukraine on Wednesday, in a package that includes HIMARS precision rocket launchers, cluster munitions, and light tactical vehicles. "The United States is committed to Ukraine's defence against Russia's brutal aggression," Blinken said in a statement, adding Washington would "deploy this new assistance as quickly as possible." The package includes "munitions and support" for HIMARS, cluster and artillery munitions, artillery armoured and light vehicles, small arms, and "anti-armor" weapons, such as the Javelin and TOW missiles, as well as AT-4 anti-tank rockets. Under President Joe Biden, the United States has provided around $175 billion in both military and economic assistance to Ukraine since Russia's February 2022 invasion. Also included in the latest package are "spare parts, ancillary equipment, services, training, and transportation." The United States' November 5 election could spell a shift for Kyiv's key military backer. Donald Trump, who is running again for president, has called Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky the "greatest salesman on Earth." "Every time Zelensky comes to the United States, he walks away with $100 billion," Trump said this week, claiming "we're stuck in that war unless I'm president." Blinken reiterated Washington's support for Kyiv, adding that "the United States and the international coalition, we have assembled, will continue to stand with Ukraine." 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.

US announces $375 million in military aid to Ukraine, to supply HIMARS rocket launchers, cluster munitions

Are Russia and China working on a secret war drone project amid Ukraine war? Russia has reportedly set up a weapons program in China to develop long-range attack drones, possibly for use in the war against Ukraine. The program involves IEMZ Kupol, a subsidiary of Russian arms company Almaz-Antey, and includes the development and flight-testing of a new drone model called the Garpunya-3 (G3). Watch in for more details!

Russia & China's Secret War Drones Project? U.S. Expresses 'Concern'

Amid the war in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a significant nuclear warning, vowing to expand Russia's nuclear policy. Putin's threat is aimed at discouraging the West from allowing Ukraine to strike Russia with longer-range weapons. Though Putin has frequently issued warnings of nuclear provocation during the Ukraine war, this time he has suggested reducing the threshold for a nuclear response. Will West cross Russia's red line?

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Ukraine’s air defences battled an overnight Russian aerial attack on the capital Kyiv for five hours, officials said Thursday, as missiles and drones again hammered the Ukrainian power grid.

The attack injured at least two people, Ukraine’s Emergency Service said. A kindergarten, a gas pipe, and around 20 cars were damaged in the city, said the Kyiv Military Administration.

In western Ukraine, the air force said, Russia fired three Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missiles — one of Russia’s most advanced weapons — “in the direction of” Starokostiantyniv, a city in the Khmelnytskyi region, on Thursday morning. The air force said it could not make further information public, suggesting the missiles were aimed at a sensitive site.

Long-range strikes have been a hallmark of Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, now deep in its third year, often hitting civilian areas. Attacks on the electricity network have knocked out around 70% of Ukraine’s energy generation capacity, according to the United Nations, bringing blackouts as winter approaches.

Air defence systems are a critical need for Ukraine, and President Volodymyr Zelensky was due to meet President Joe Biden in Washington on Thursday in an effort to ensure continuing U.S. military support for his country.

Energy infrastructure was hit in Ukraine's western Ivano-Frankivsk region, causing a blackout in parts of the regional capital of the same name, regional Gov. Svitlana Onyshchuk said.

The power grid was also targeted in the southern Mykolaiv region, local authorities said without immediately providing further details.

Russia launched six missiles and 78 Shahed drones at Ukraine overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, Ukraine’s air force said. Defences destroyed four of the missiles and 66 drones in the air, it said.

In the south, a missile killed a 62-year-old woman in the Odesa region, where homes and cars were damaged, regional Gov. Oleh Kiper said.

In the city of Zaporizhzhia, at least 10 people were injured in the overnight attack, including a 14-year-old, said regional governor Ivan Fedorov. He published photographs of houses with their windows blown out and walls riddled with shrapnel. The Emergency Service said 12 residential buildings were damaged in the city and 18 people were evacuated.

Meanwhile, in the northeastern Sumy region, ordnance experts defused a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) glide bomb that landed without exploding next to a bridge over the River Psel.

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Ukraine’s air defences battled an overnight Russian aerial attack on the capital Kyiv for five hours, officials said Thursday, as missiles and drones again hammered the Ukrainian power grid.

Ukraine’s air defences battled an overnight Russian aerial attack on the capital Kyiv for five hours, officials said Thursday, as missiles and drones again hammered the Ukrainian power grid. The attack injured at least two people, Ukraine’s Emergency Service said. A kindergarten, a gas pipe, and around 20 cars were damaged in the city, said the Kyiv Military Administration. In western Ukraine, the air force said, Russia fired three Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missiles — one of Russia’s most advanced weapons — “in the direction of” Starokostiantyniv, a city in the Khmelnytskyi region, on Thursday morning. The air force said it could not make further information public, suggesting the missiles were aimed at a sensitive site. Long-range strikes have been a hallmark of Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine, now deep in its third year, often hitting civilian areas. Attacks on the electricity network have knocked out around 70% of Ukraine’s energy generation capacity, according to the United Nations, bringing blackouts as winter approaches. Air defence systems are a critical need for Ukraine, and President Volodymyr Zelensky was due to meet President Joe Biden in Washington on Thursday in an effort to ensure continuing U.S. military support for his country. Energy infrastructure was hit in Ukraine's western Ivano-Frankivsk region, causing a blackout in parts of the regional capital of the same name, regional Gov. Svitlana Onyshchuk said. The power grid was also targeted in the southern Mykolaiv region, local authorities said without immediately providing further details. Russia launched six missiles and 78 Shahed drones at Ukraine overnight from Wednesday to Thursday, Ukraine’s air force said. Defences destroyed four of the missiles and 66 drones in the air, it said. In the south, a missile killed a 62-year-old woman in the Odesa region, where homes and cars were damaged, regional Gov. Oleh Kiper said. In the city of Zaporizhzhia, at least 10 people were injured in the overnight attack, including a 14-year-old, said regional governor Ivan Fedorov. He published photographs of houses with their windows blown out and walls riddled with shrapnel. The Emergency Service said 12 residential buildings were damaged in the city and 18 people were evacuated. Meanwhile, in the northeastern Sumy region, ordnance experts defused a 500-kilogramme (1,100-pound) glide bomb that landed without exploding next to a bridge over the River Psel. 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 missiles, drones target Ukrainian power grid in overnight attacks, say Ukraine’s officials

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the international community to come together in organizing a second peace summit to address the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking before the UN Security Council, Zelensky highlighted the importance of unified efforts and extended an invitation to nations, including India, to participate in the peace process.

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Iran has brokered ongoing secret talks between Russia and Yemen's Houthi rebels to transfer anti-ship missiles to the militant group, three Western and regional sources said, a development that highlights Tehran's deepening ties to Moscow.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged the international community to organise a second peace summit to address the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking before the UN Security Council, Zelensky highlighted the importance of unified efforts and invited nations, including India, to participate in the peace process.

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In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russia is utilizing Chinese satellites to support its military operations. Zelensky suggested that these satellites are being used to gather intelligence and enhance Russia's strategic capabilities on the battlefield. The assertion adds another layer of complexity to the geopolitical tensions, potentially involving China more directly in the conflict. While no official confirmation has been made, the claim raises concerns about international cooperation in the war and the broader implications for global security.

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The Ukrainian President Zelensky has alleged that Russia is using Chinese satellites to keep an eye on nuclear power stations in Ukraine in a potential bid to strike them Watch in for more details!

Ukrainian President Zelensky Says, 'Russia Planning Attacks On Ukraine Nuclear Plants'

The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to present his victory plan to President Joe Biden at the White House meeting. Earlier in his address to world leaders at the UNGA, Zelensky said that Russia is planning attacks on Kyiv's nuclear power plants and infrastructure. Watch in for more details!

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Amid the Russia-Ukraine war, concerns are mounting as three Ukrainian nuclear plants have reportedly become potential targets for Russian forces. Ukrainian officials warn that these sites are in Putin's crosshairs, heightening fears of a nuclear disaster. The situation underscores the escalating risks in the ongoing conflict.

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Addressing a special UN Security Council (UNSC) session on Tuesday (Sep 24) in New York, Ukrainian&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had already invited&nbsp;India to join the peace process to end the ongoing war.

Zelensky urged the powerful UN body to prepare for the second peace summit as the war supposedly enters its business end.&nbsp;

"And I invite all of you, all principle nations to join us in this process, all who truly respect the UN Charter. We invite China. We invite Brazil. I have already invited India," said Zelensky.&nbsp;

"We all know what needs to be done if we honestly look at the situation and truly want to stop Russia's war. Most importantly, act together, of course in unity, without creating new and unnecessary divisions of the world into blocks or regional groups," he added.

The first peace summit was held in Switzerland in June and saw the participation of 101 countries while more than 80 countries signed a&nbsp;declaration endorsing “principles of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all states, including Ukraine".&nbsp;

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India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has actively sought for a peaceful resolution to the war. During his meeting with Zelensky on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, New Delhi reaffirmed its stance on the issue.&nbsp;

"Met President @ZelenskyyUa in New York. We are committed to implementing the outcomes of my visit to Ukraine last month to strengthen bilateral relations. Reiterated India’s support for early resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and restoration of peace and stability," wrote PM Modi on X (formerly Twitter).&nbsp;

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This was the third meeting between the two leaders in little over three months, with Zelensky stating that the two nations were developing their relations and "working together to strengthen cooperations across various fields.&nbsp;

Prior to Monday's meeting, the two leaders had met in Kyiv last month when PM Modi arrived on a historic one-day visit which was the first ever by an Indian PM since the diplomatic relations between the two nations were established in 1992.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Addressing a special UN Security Council (UNSC) session on Tuesday (Sep 24) in New York, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had already invited India to join the peace process to end the ongoing war.

Addressing a special UN Security Council (UNSC) session on Tuesday (Sep 24) in New York, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had already invited India to join the peace process to end the ongoing war. Zelensky urged the powerful UN body to prepare for the second peace summit as the war supposedly enters its business end. "And I invite all of you, all principle nations to join us in this process, all who truly respect the UN Charter. We invite China. We invite Brazil. I have already invited India," said Zelensky. "We all know what needs to be done if we honestly look at the situation and truly want to stop Russia's war. Most importantly, act together, of course in unity, without creating new and unnecessary divisions of the world into blocks or regional groups," he added. The first peace summit was held in Switzerland in June and saw the participation of 101 countries while more than 80 countries signed a declaration endorsing “principles of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of all states, including Ukraine". Watch | PM Modi Meets Ukrainian President Zelensky Before Concluding His Three-Day US Visit × India stands for peace India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has actively sought for a peaceful resolution to the war. During his meeting with Zelensky on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, New Delhi reaffirmed its stance on the issue. "Met President @ZelenskyyUa in New York. We are committed to implementing the outcomes of my visit to Ukraine last month to strengthen bilateral relations. Reiterated India’s support for early resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and restoration of peace and stability," wrote PM Modi on X (formerly Twitter). Met President @ZelenskyyUa in New York. We are committed to implementing the outcomes of my visit to Ukraine last month to strengthen bilateral relations. Reiterated India’s support for early resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and restoration of peace and stability. pic.twitter.com/YRGelX1Gl5 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 23, 2024 × This was the third meeting between the two leaders in little over three months, with Zelensky stating that the two nations were developing their relations and "working together to strengthen cooperations across various fields. Prior to Monday's meeting, the two leaders had met in Kyiv last month when PM Modi arrived on a historic one-day visit which was the first ever by an Indian PM since the diplomatic relations between the two nations were established in 1992. (With inputs from agencies)

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Amid the ongoing conflict, Ukraine has expressed growing concern over a potential nuclear plot, fearing it could lead to a catastrophic disaster. Ukrainian officials warn that Russia may be planning to manipulate or escalate the situation surrounding nuclear facilities in the region, raising alarms about the safety of nuclear plants and the risk of radiation exposure. As tensions escalate, Ukraine is calling for international attention and intervention to prevent any nuclear incidents that could have devastating consequences not only for Ukraine but for neighboring countries as well.

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Russia’s economy has defied expectations, growing by 4.4 percent in the first seven months of 2023 despite facing multiple western sanctions. This is significantly higher than the 3.2 percent growth forecasted by the IMF.

Russia launched a strike on an apartment block in the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, killing at least three people and injuring 31 others, according to local officials. The attacks, which targeted four districts, were carried out using guided glide bombs on Tuesday.

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