Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that his war-torn nation could run out of air defence missiles if Russia keeps up its intense long-range bombing campaign. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's Zelensky warns of dwindling air defence missiles

The US House of Representatives' Speaker, Mike Johnson, declared on Sunday that following the Easter break, which ends on April 9, he will offer a package providing more than $60 billion in aid to Ukraine for consideration. Watch in for more details!

Report: Ukraine willing to accept US aid on credit terms

Russia said that a Ukraine drone attack hit the Moscow-controlled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. The UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has repeatedly warned against such attacks. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia says Ukraine attack hits Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Ukraine war | Russia says Ukraine struck Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

Russia's top Diplomat Sergei Lavrov is in China for talks on the war in Ukraine bilateral ties and the situation in Asia Pacific region. The Russian foreign minister will talk with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on a series of "hot topics". Watch in for more details!

Russian diplomat Lavrov arrives in China to discuss Ukraine war, situation in Asia-Pacific

Russia-Ukraine War: Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant under attack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (Apr 7) said that if the US Congress does not approve military assistance, then Kyiv would lose the war against Russia.

"It is necessary to specifically tell Congress that if Congress does not help Ukraine, Ukraine will lose the war," Zelensky said during a video meeting of the Kyiv-organised fundraising platform United24.

He said that it would be extremely difficult for Ukraine to survive Moscow's offensive without US aid.

"If Ukraine loses the war, other states will be attacked," he added.

For months, Republicans in Congress have been blocking military aid worth tens of billions of dollars for Ukraine.

It has been two years since Russia launched its offensive against Ukraine.

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<h2>Russian strike on Gulyaipole kills 3</h2>

Ukraine on Sunday said that a Russian strike on the town of Gulyaipole in the southern Zaporizhzhia region claimed the lives of three people.

"Two men and a woman died under the rubble of their own private house, which was hit by a Russian shell," the head of the region, Ivan Fedorov, said on social media.

The officials, according to the news agency AFP, said that another civilian, who was a woman, was killed in the city of Kupiansk, in the northeastern Kharkiv region.

"A woman died under the rubble in an apartment on the fourth floor of a high-rise building," Ukraine's state emergency services said, adding that it was a residential building.

Authorities in Kharkiv said that Russia launched another attack on Sunday (Apr 6) which injured at least five civilians.

Meanwhile, Moscow said that Ukraine struck the dome above a shutdown reactor at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear station on Sunday, said the plant's Russian-installed administration.

The plant had earlier also reported attacks by Ukrainian drones.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that it had been informed by the Russian-run plant that a drone had exploded at the site and the information was "consistent" with IAEA observations.

IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said both sides should refrain from actions which "jeopardise nuclear safety".

(With inputs from agencies)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (Apr 7) said that if the US Congress does not approve military assistance, then Kyiv would lose the war against Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (Apr 7) said that if the US Congress does not approve military assistance, then Kyiv would lose the war against Russia. "It is necessary to specifically tell Congress that if Congress does not help Ukraine, Ukraine will lose the war," Zelensky said during a video meeting of the Kyiv-organised fundraising platform United24. He said that it would be extremely difficult for Ukraine to survive Moscow's offensive without US aid. "If Ukraine loses the war, other states will be attacked," he added. For months, Republicans in Congress have been blocking military aid worth tens of billions of dollars for Ukraine. It has been two years since Russia launched its offensive against Ukraine. Also read: Ukrainian troops terrified as Russia intensifies use of ‘chemical weapons’: Report Russian strike on Gulyaipole kills 3 Ukraine on Sunday said that a Russian strike on the town of Gulyaipole in the southern Zaporizhzhia region claimed the lives of three people. "Two men and a woman died under the rubble of their own private house, which was hit by a Russian shell," the head of the region, Ivan Fedorov, said on social media. The officials, according to the news agency AFP, said that another civilian, who was a woman, was killed in the city of Kupiansk, in the northeastern Kharkiv region. "A woman died under the rubble in an apartment on the fourth floor of a high-rise building," Ukraine's state emergency services said, adding that it was a residential building. Authorities in Kharkiv said that Russia launched another attack on Sunday (Apr 6) which injured at least five civilians. Meanwhile, Moscow said that Ukraine struck the dome above a shutdown reactor at the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear station on Sunday, said the plant's Russian-installed administration. The plant had earlier also reported attacks by Ukrainian drones. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said that it had been informed by the Russian-run plant that a drone had exploded at the site and the information was "consistent" with IAEA observations. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said both sides should refrain from actions which "jeopardise nuclear safety". (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine would lose war against Russia if US Congress blocks military aid, says Zelensky

Ukrainian troops have accused Russia of systematically using internationally outlawed chemical gas attacks on the battlefield. In statements given to the Daily Telegraph, they said Russia regularly uses small drones to drop teargas and other chemicals. The use of such substance, known as CS, is banned under international treaties, primarily the Chemical Weapons Convention.

According to a top Ukrainian commander, the frequent CS attacks have forced the Ukrainian troops to carry gas masks to the frontlines.

A commander of the Ukrainian army on the frontlines in Donetsk Oblast claimed, "Nearly every position in our area of the front was getting one or two gas grenades dropped on them a day."

"The only way for them to successfully attack us [is] with gas," he added.

The commander added that the tactic has induced fear and panic among troops on the frontlines. As and when gas is detected, "the first instinct is to get out", he is quoted as saying.

As troops get out of their trenches and start running away, Russian troops easily take them down from far away. Ukraine claims Russia has carried out 625 gas-related attacks on their troops since the war broke out in 2022.

While most of the troops on the frontlines now carry gas masks, their effectiveness is highly limited as they are ex-Soviet models and not fit for modern-day war.

Watch:&nbsp;Russia-Ukraine war: Russia pounds Zaporizhzhia, three people killed &amp; many injured

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As a result, President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on the West for urgent support and weapons needed for a counteroffensive.

"We don't have shells for counteroffensive actions, as for the defence - there are several initiatives, and we're receiving weapons," he said last week.

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One of the chemical weapons allegedly used by Russia was identified as a K-51 gas grenade by chemical weapons expert Marc-Michael Blum. These grenades are typically filled with tear gas.

It is to be noted that even Russia had accused Ukraine of using chemical weapons back in 2023.

Russia accused Ukrainian forces of using unspecified chemical weapons in drones in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine.

Both sides deny claims.

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Ukrainian troops have accused Russia of systematically using internationally outlawed chemical gas attacks on the battlefield. In statements given to the Daily Telegraph, they said Russia regularly uses small drones to drop teargas and other chemicals.

Ukrainian troops have accused Russia of systematically using internationally outlawed chemical gas attacks on the battlefield. In statements given to the Daily Telegraph, they said Russia regularly uses small drones to drop teargas and other chemicals. The use of such substance, known as CS, is banned under international treaties, primarily the Chemical Weapons Convention. According to a top Ukrainian commander, the frequent CS attacks have forced the Ukrainian troops to carry gas masks to the frontlines. A commander of the Ukrainian army on the frontlines in Donetsk Oblast claimed, "Nearly every position in our area of the front was getting one or two gas grenades dropped on them a day." "The only way for them to successfully attack us [is] with gas," he added. The commander added that the tactic has induced fear and panic among troops on the frontlines. As and when gas is detected, "the first instinct is to get out", he is quoted as saying. As troops get out of their trenches and start running away, Russian troops easily take them down from far away. Ukraine claims Russia has carried out 625 gas-related attacks on their troops since the war broke out in 2022. While most of the troops on the frontlines now carry gas masks, their effectiveness is highly limited as they are ex-Soviet models and not fit for modern-day war. Watch: Russia-Ukraine war: Russia pounds Zaporizhzhia, three people killed & many injured × As a result, President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on the West for urgent support and weapons needed for a counteroffensive. "We don't have shells for counteroffensive actions, as for the defence - there are several initiatives, and we're receiving weapons," he said last week. Also read: Ukraine`s air defence missiles could be over soon, claims Zelensky One of the chemical weapons allegedly used by Russia was identified as a K-51 gas grenade by chemical weapons expert Marc-Michael Blum. These grenades are typically filled with tear gas. It is to be noted that even Russia had accused Ukraine of using chemical weapons back in 2023. Russia accused Ukrainian forces of using unspecified chemical weapons in drones in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. Both sides deny claims. (With inputs from agencies) 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

Ukrainian troops terrified as Russia intensifies use of ‘chemical weapons’: Report

Russia fired five missiles on Ukraine's southern city of Zaporizhzhia on Friday, killing at least three people and damaging several residential buildings and industrial facility. Watch in for more details!

BREAKING: Russia fires five missiles on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia

Russia now in 'direct confrontation' with NATO as it continues to move towards its borders, says kremlin. NATO contends that its support for Ukraine stems from aiding the country’s fight for survival against Russian aggression, offering Kyiv advanced weaponry, training, and intelligence.

NATO marks 75 anniversary in face of Ukraine war

US F-16 jets due to arrive in Ukraine 'are no longer relevant', Kyiv military official says, 'every weapon has its right time. We needed them in 2023, they're not right for 2024. We need shells and rockets'

Russia-Ukraine War: Any day now, but delivery of F-16s in Ukraine now 'irrelevant'

NATO marks 75 years in face of Ukraine war

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a bill on Tuesday to lower the mobilisation age for combat duty from 27 to 25, a move that should help Ukraine generate more fighting power in its war with Russia.

The bill had been on Zelenskiy's table since it was approved by lawmakers in May 2023, and it was not immediately clear what prompted him to sign it. Parliament has been discussing a separate bill to broadly tighten draft rules for months.

The move expands the number of civilians the army can mobilise into its ranks to fight under martial law, which has been in place since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Ukrainian troops are on the back foot on the battlefield, facing a shortage of ammunition supplies with vital funding from the U.S. blocked by Republicans in Congress for months and the European Union failing to deliver promised ammunition on time.

The signing of the legislation was not immediately announced by the president's office. Parliament merely updated the entry for the bill on its website to read: "returned with the signature of the president of Ukraine".

Zelenskiy said last winter that he would only sign the bill if he was given a strong enough argument of the need to do so.

The Ukrainian leader said in December that the military had proposed mobilising up to 500,000 more Ukrainians into the armed forces, something he said then-commander of the armed forces had asked for.

Since then, Ukraine has changed the head of the armed forces and the new chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said last week that the figure was no longer up-to-date and that it had been "significantly reduced" after a review of resources.

Zelenskiy separately signed a second bill requiring men given waivers from some military service on disability grounds to undergo another medical assessment.

A third bill he also signed aimed to create an online database of those eligible for military service. Both those bills could potentially help the military draft more fighters.

A string of strict measures set out in an earlier draft of that bill were gutted following a public outcry.

Zelenskiy has warned that Russia may plan another offensive later this spring or in summer, and Kyiv's troops have been scaling up their efforts to build up strong defensive fortifications along a sprawling front line.

With the initial shock of the invasion long gone, Ukraine has faced a significant reduction in the flow of volunteer fighters and numerous cases of draft evasion have been reported.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a bill on Tuesday to lower the mobilisation age for combat duty from 27 to 25, a move that should help Ukraine generate more fighting power in its war with Russia.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a bill on Tuesday to lower the mobilisation age for combat duty from 27 to 25, a move that should help Ukraine generate more fighting power in its war with Russia. The bill had been on Zelenskiy's table since it was approved by lawmakers in May 2023, and it was not immediately clear what prompted him to sign it. Parliament has been discussing a separate bill to broadly tighten draft rules for months. The move expands the number of civilians the army can mobilise into its ranks to fight under martial law, which has been in place since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022. Ukrainian troops are on the back foot on the battlefield, facing a shortage of ammunition supplies with vital funding from the U.S. blocked by Republicans in Congress for months and the European Union failing to deliver promised ammunition on time. The signing of the legislation was not immediately announced by the president's office. Parliament merely updated the entry for the bill on its website to read: "returned with the signature of the president of Ukraine". Zelenskiy said last winter that he would only sign the bill if he was given a strong enough argument of the need to do so. The Ukrainian leader said in December that the military had proposed mobilising up to 500,000 more Ukrainians into the armed forces, something he said then-commander of the armed forces had asked for. Since then, Ukraine has changed the head of the armed forces and the new chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said last week that the figure was no longer up-to-date and that it had been "significantly reduced" after a review of resources. Zelenskiy separately signed a second bill requiring men given waivers from some military service on disability grounds to undergo another medical assessment. A third bill he also signed aimed to create an online database of those eligible for military service. Both those bills could potentially help the military draft more fighters. A string of strict measures set out in an earlier draft of that bill were gutted following a public outcry. Zelenskiy has warned that Russia may plan another offensive later this spring or in summer, and Kyiv's troops have been scaling up their efforts to build up strong defensive fortifications along a sprawling front line. With the initial shock of the invasion long gone, Ukraine has faced a significant reduction in the flow of volunteer fighters and numerous cases of draft evasion have been reported.

Ukraine lowers army draft age to 25 to generate more fighting power

Ukrainian drones attacked one of Russia’s biggest oil refineries and a drone factory in the Russian province of Tatarstan, officials said Tuesday, in what appeared to be Kyiv’s deepest strike inside Russian territory since the war began more than two years ago. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine mounts deepest drone strike in Russia

Ukrainian drones attacked one of Russia’s biggest oil refineries and a drone factory in the Russian province of Tatarstan. The attack appeared to be Kyiv’s deepest strike inside Russian territory since the war began more than two years ago.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian drone hits Russia's third biggest refinery

Ukraine on Tuesday (Apr 2) claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia's third largest oil refinery, which is about 1,300 km from the front lines. The drone reportedly hit a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day.&nbsp;

Images from the scene indicated the drone hit the primary refining unit, CDU-7, at the Taneco refinery. The unit is apparently responsible for around half of the plant's total annual production capacity.&nbsp;

A Kyiv intelligence source told the news agency Reuters that the attack on Tatarstan hit a facility where Russia produces Shahed drones, which are frequently used in assaults on Ukrainian territory. Ukraine's military spy agency claimed earlier that "significant damage" had been caused to a military target.&nbsp;

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A Reuters report cited Russian officials as saying that its jamming devices locked onto a Ukrainian drone near Tatneft's Taneco refinery, which has an annual production capacity of more than 17 million tonnes (340,000 barrels per day).&nbsp;

The state RIA news agency said that a fire broke out at the refinery that was extinguished within 20 minutes. It added that the production had not been disrupted. So far, there are no reports of casualties.&nbsp;

"A drone attack was carried out on one of the enterprises in Nizhnekamsk. There are no casualties or serious damage. The technological process of the enterprise has not been disrupted," Ramil Mullin, the mayor of Nizhnekamsk, said.&nbsp;

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In recent times, Ukraine has started to target the oil refineries of Russia, which is the world's second-largest oil exporter. Such attacks have the potential to impact Moscow's highly lucrative trade in refined products.&nbsp;

The United States also raised concerns over such attacks on Russian refineries as it may lead to the potential for escalation with Russia in the ongoing war.&nbsp;

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Ukraine on Tuesday (Apr 2) claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia's third largest oil refinery, which is about 1,300 km from the front lines. The drone reportedly hit a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day.

Ukraine on Tuesday (Apr 2) claimed to have launched a drone attack on Russia's third largest oil refinery, which is about 1,300 km from the front lines. The drone reportedly hit a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day. Images from the scene indicated the drone hit the primary refining unit, CDU-7, at the Taneco refinery. The unit is apparently responsible for around half of the plant's total annual production capacity. A Kyiv intelligence source told the news agency Reuters that the attack on Tatarstan hit a facility where Russia produces Shahed drones, which are frequently used in assaults on Ukrainian territory. Ukraine's military spy agency claimed earlier that "significant damage" had been caused to a military target. Also read: Russia stepping up 'persecution of last independent journalists and media,' alleges Reporters Without Borders A Reuters report cited Russian officials as saying that its jamming devices locked onto a Ukrainian drone near Tatneft's Taneco refinery, which has an annual production capacity of more than 17 million tonnes (340,000 barrels per day). The state RIA news agency said that a fire broke out at the refinery that was extinguished within 20 minutes. It added that the production had not been disrupted. So far, there are no reports of casualties. "A drone attack was carried out on one of the enterprises in Nizhnekamsk. There are no casualties or serious damage. The technological process of the enterprise has not been disrupted," Ramil Mullin, the mayor of Nizhnekamsk, said. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. /1. Tonight, Ukrainian kamikaze drones of a new model attacked the Shahed 136 production plant in Russia, as well as the Nizhnekamsk oil refinery. Both are located more than 1100km from the frontline. pic.twitter.com/NHVmekrt93 — Special Kherson Cat 🐈🇺🇦 (@bayraktar_1love) April 2, 2024 × Also read: Russia's secret intelligence unit responsible for spreading 'Havana Syndrome' in US, Canada: Report In recent times, Ukraine has started to target the oil refineries of Russia, which is the world's second-largest oil exporter. Such attacks have the potential to impact Moscow's highly lucrative trade in refined products. The United States also raised concerns over such attacks on Russian refineries as it may lead to the potential for escalation with Russia in the ongoing war. 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 (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine launches drone attack on Russia’s third biggest oil refinery 800 miles from front lines

Russia lost up to 20 armoured vehicles in a single failed attack in Ukraine’s western Donetsk region, Ukrainian troops have claimed. Ukraine forces also said to have fended off 36 tanks and 12 BPM infantry fighting vehicles in western Donetsk. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: 'Russia loses 20 armoured vehicles', says Ukraine

Russia is reinforcing its air defence capabilities. A drone that was unveiled by the Russian military last year in July the Joker-10 drone has now been modified, keep watching for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian Joker-10 drones adapted for air defense roles

Russian missile and drone attacks hit thermal and hydro power plants in central and western Ukraine, power grid operator Ukrenergo said on Friday, in the latest barrage targeting the country's already damaged power infrastructure.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia attacks damaged power plants in Central, West Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk&nbsp;said in an interview that Europe is entering a ‘pre-war’ era and that the European Union (EU) urgently needs to step up its defence investment. Tusk in an interview given to a group of European newspapers said, "I don’t want to scare anyone, but war is no longer a concept from the past. It’s real and it started over two years ago."

“The most worrying thing at the moment is that literally any scenario is possible. We haven’t seen a situation like this since 1945,” he added. “I know it sounds devastating, especially for the younger generation, but we have to get used to the fact that a new era has begun: the pre-war era. I’m not exaggerating; it’s becoming clearer every day,” the PM added.

<h2>Poland on high alert</h2>

Tusk’s comments came a day after the Russian forces launched a major attack on Ukraine, during which a Russian missile briefly violated Polish airspace. The incident prompted Warsaw to put its forces on high alert.

Ukraine said Russia’s military offensive was “large scale” and targeted energy infrastructure.

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine two years ago, EU nations have grown concerned about the possibility of the war spilling into NATO countries, a scenario dismissed by the Kremlin.

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However, the fears have prompted the triumvirate of France, Germany and Poland – the so-called “Weimar Triangle”, to ramp up their military readiness and defence expenditure.

<h2>Tusk and Ukraine</h2>

The Polish PM is an ardent supporter of Ukraine and has been using his social media platforms to rally support for the war-torn nation.

“True solidarity with Ukraine? Less words, more ammunition,” he wrote on social media earlier this month.

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In another post, he wrote, “How many more arguments do you need to take a decision”, while addressing Mike Johnson, the speaker of the US House of Representatives.

He has said that the EU’s military independence and self-sufficiency would make Europe a preferred partner for Washington DC, irrespective of who leads the nation following the impending November elections.

Tusk, who was prime minister between 2007 and 2014 and returned to office in December, is a veteran politician who has previously served as president of the European Council and leader of the centre-right European People’s Party.

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said in an interview that Europe is entering a ‘pre-war’ era and that the European Union (EU) urgently needs to step up its defence investment.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said in an interview that Europe is entering a ‘pre-war’ era and that the European Union (EU) urgently needs to step up its defence investment. Tusk in an interview given to a group of European newspapers said, "I don’t want to scare anyone, but war is no longer a concept from the past. It’s real and it started over two years ago." “The most worrying thing at the moment is that literally any scenario is possible. We haven’t seen a situation like this since 1945,” he added. “I know it sounds devastating, especially for the younger generation, but we have to get used to the fact that a new era has begun: the pre-war era. I’m not exaggerating; it’s becoming clearer every day,” the PM added. Poland on high alert Tusk’s comments came a day after the Russian forces launched a major attack on Ukraine, during which a Russian missile briefly violated Polish airspace. The incident prompted Warsaw to put its forces on high alert. Ukraine said Russia’s military offensive was “large scale” and targeted energy infrastructure. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine two years ago, EU nations have grown concerned about the possibility of the war spilling into NATO countries, a scenario dismissed by the Kremlin. Also read: Ukraine war: Poland says presence of NATO troops in Ukraine ‘not unthinkable’ However, the fears have prompted the triumvirate of France, Germany and Poland – the so-called “Weimar Triangle”, to ramp up their military readiness and defence expenditure. Tusk and Ukraine The Polish PM is an ardent supporter of Ukraine and has been using his social media platforms to rally support for the war-torn nation. “True solidarity with Ukraine? Less words, more ammunition,” he wrote on social media earlier this month. Watch: Poland: Far-right MP extinguishes Hanukah candles in parliament × In another post, he wrote, “How many more arguments do you need to take a decision”, while addressing Mike Johnson, the speaker of the US House of Representatives. He has said that the EU’s military independence and self-sufficiency would make Europe a preferred partner for Washington DC, irrespective of who leads the nation following the impending November elections. Tusk, who was prime minister between 2007 and 2014 and returned to office in December, is a veteran politician who has previously served as president of the European Council and leader of the centre-right European People’s Party. (With inputs from agencies)

Polish PM Donald Tusk calls on Europe to get ready for war after Russia missile breach

A Russian military aircraft crashed into the sea on Thursday off the Crimean port of Sevastopol, the Russian-installed governor of the region said. The pilot safely ejected and was picked up by rescuers. Сivilian objects were not damaged, Sevastopol governor Mikhail Razvozhayev said.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian fighter jet SU-27 crashes into the sea off Crimea

Russia's fresh air strikes on Ukraine's Kharkiv on Wednesday killed one person and injured another six. Russia attacked the city with guided bombs for the first time since 2022.

Russia-Ukraine War: One killed in Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv

Ukraine's security council secretary Oleksiy Danilov was dismissed and replaced by foreign intelligence service chief Oleksandr Lytvynenko under decrees published on the presidential website on Tuesday.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelenskyy replaces Ukraine's top security chief in reshuffle

At least 11 people have been injured in overnight Russian airstrikes on Ukraine's southwestern Odesa and southern Kherson regions. A three-storey residential building was hit in the Mykolaiv city. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia onslaught on Ukraine's Odesa leaves 11 people injured

Poland demanded an explanation from Russia on Sunday after one of its missiles strayed briefly into Polish airspace during a massive missile attack on Ukraine, prompting the NATO member to activate F-16 fighter jets.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian missile headed for Ukraine enters Polish airspace

The terror attack in Moscow is playing out indirectly on the battlefield in Ukraine. Russia launched air strikes on Kyiv and the Western Ukrainian region of Lviv. This has prompted neighbouring Poland's Armed Forces to activate aircraft to ensure Airspace safety near the border.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by multiple explosions in Russian bombardment

Russia has unleashed a wave of missile strikes on energy infrastructure in Ukraine. In the latest, a Russian missile hit and destroyed Ukraine's largest dam over the Dnipro river in southern Zaporazhzhia.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian forces pound Ukraine's major power facilities

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia launches massive air attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure

Russia on Friday staged its largest air strike on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. Russian missiles hit a vast dam, at least five people died in the attack and more than a million others are without power. Yet in Europe, most leaders continue to stress their long-term commitment in supporting Ukraine. Their growing rifts are raising questions over just how far they would go.

EU leaders divided over scale of Ukraine support

Europe divided over Russia-Ukraine war

Russia claims that a defense industry enterprise in Nizhny Novgorod region has launched mass production of 3-ton FAB-3000 bombs and increased production of FAB-500 and FAB-1500.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russians announce FAB-3000 bombs mass production

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