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Kyiv accused Russian forces on Thursday of killing six captured Ukrainian servicemen and said it was notifying international rights groups of the latest alleged Russian war crime.
Officials both in Moscow and Kyiv have accused the other's army of carrying out killings of captured soldiers in violation of international law.
The Ukrainian human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets made the allegations referring to footage circulating on social media that appears to show Russian troops shooting unarmed Ukrainian troops to death.
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"In the video, the occupiers recorded their own crime&mdash;shooting six Ukrainian soldiers who were captured in the back," he wrote in a social media post.
The video, which has spread across social media, could not be verified by AFP, and there was no immediate comment from Moscow on the claims.
It appears to show Russian soldiers in a muddied frontline area ordering the Ukrainian troops to a clearing where they are then shot in the back one by one.
"I am once again sending information about this crime to the UN and the ICRC (International Committee of the Red Cross). These facts must be recorded," Lubinets added.
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World: Since the war began in late February 2022, Moscow and Kyiv have accused the other's army of carrying out killings of captured soldiers in violation of international law.


Kyiv accused Russian forces on Thursday of killing six captured Ukrainian servicemen and said it was notifying international rights groups of the latest alleged Russian war crime. Officials both in Moscow and Kyiv have accused the other's army of carrying out killings of captured soldiers in violation of international law. The Ukrainian human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets made the allegations referring to footage circulating on social media that appears to show Russian troops shooting unarmed Ukrainian troops to death. Also read | At WEF in Davos, Ukraine's Zelensky questions whether Trump is committed to NATO "In the video, the occupiers recorded their own crime—shooting six Ukrainian soldiers who were captured in the back," he wrote in a social media post. The video, which has spread across social media, could not be verified by AFP, and there was no immediate comment from Moscow on the claims. It appears to show Russian soldiers in a muddied frontline area ordering the Ukrainian troops to a clearing where they are then shot in the back one by one. "I am once again sending information about this crime to the UN and the ICRC (International Committee of the Red Cross). These facts must be recorded," Lubinets added. 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.

Ukraine accuses Russian military of killing six captured troops

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday at Davos that Europe should develop a joint defence policy and be willing to increase spending to guarantee its own security from emerging threats.

Zelensky urges 'united' Europe defence policy at Davos

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Europe should develop a joint defence policy and be willing to increase spending to guarantee its own security from emerging threats.
His comments to the World Economic Forum in Davos came a day after the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, who has demanded NATO members raise their defence spending and boasted he can end the war in Ukraine, without offering a clear roadmap.
Zelensky said Europe needed to be ready to stand on its own feet and must work to remain relevant as a "strong global" player and "indispensable" on the global stage.
"We need a united European security and defence policy, and all European countries must be willing to spend as much on security as is truly needed," Zelensky argued in his address to the WEF.
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"Europe must be able to guarantee peace and security for itself," he added.
He evoked the Kremlin's deployment of North Korean troops to western Russia to illustrate what he said were growing threats to European security.
"European leaders should remember this -- battles involving North Korean soldiers are now happening in places geographically closer to Davos than to Pyongyang," he said.
And he pointed to a recent pact between Russia and Iran boosting their economic and military cooperation, saying the accord was an example of a changing landscape that was a threat to Europe.
"Whom do they make such deals against? Against you, against all of us," he said. "Such threats can only be countered together," he added.
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Zelensky also questioned whether Trump was committed to NATO and European security, claiming that Washington has openly indicated their security priorities lie in the Middle East and in the Asia-Pacific region.
"Will President Trump even notice Europe? Does he see NATO as necessary? And will he respect EU institutions?" Zelensky asked.
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At Davos, Zelensky evoked the Kremlin's deployment of North Korean troops to western Russia to illustrate what he said were growing threats to European security.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Europe should develop a joint defence policy and be willing to increase spending to guarantee its own security from emerging threats. His comments to the World Economic Forum in Davos came a day after the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, who has demanded NATO members raise their defence spending and boasted he can end the war in Ukraine, without offering a clear roadmap. Zelensky said Europe needed to be ready to stand on its own feet and must work to remain relevant as a "strong global" player and "indispensable" on the global stage. "We need a united European security and defence policy, and all European countries must be willing to spend as much on security as is truly needed," Zelensky argued in his address to the WEF. Also read | 'Evidence of involvement': Zelensky says Ukraine captured two North Korean soldiers in Kursk region "Europe must be able to guarantee peace and security for itself," he added. He evoked the Kremlin's deployment of North Korean troops to western Russia to illustrate what he said were growing threats to European security. "European leaders should remember this -- battles involving North Korean soldiers are now happening in places geographically closer to Davos than to Pyongyang," he said. And he pointed to a recent pact between Russia and Iran boosting their economic and military cooperation, saying the accord was an example of a changing landscape that was a threat to Europe. "Whom do they make such deals against? Against you, against all of us," he said. "Such threats can only be countered together," he added. Also watch | 'America's focus must shift to Europe': Zelensky at WEF Zelensky also questioned whether Trump was committed to NATO and European security, claiming that Washington has openly indicated their security priorities lie in the Middle East and in the Asia-Pacific region. "Will President Trump even notice Europe? Does he see NATO as necessary? And will he respect EU institutions?" Zelensky asked. 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.

At WEF in Davos, Ukraine's Zelensky questions whether Trump is committed to NATO

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 21) said that Russian President Vladimir Putin was "destroying Russia" by not making a deal to end the war with its neighbour Ukraine. The Republican leader, who is known to have a direct line with Putin, also warned that Russia is 'going to be in big trouble'.
<h2>Putin destroying Russia: Trump</h2>
Trump claimed that Putin was destroying Russia by not striking a deal to end the war that started in February 2022.&nbsp;
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"He (Putin) should make a deal. I think he's destroying Russia by not making a deal," the 47th President of the United States told reporters on his return to the Oval Office.
"I think Russia's going to be in big trouble," Trump added.
Trump's unusually critical comments about the Russian president are surprising, given his past admiration for Putin.
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The newly inaugurated US president also announced plans to meet Putin, albeit without sharing a timeline.
According to AFP news agency, a summit between the two leaders during Trump's first term gained notoriety when the US president appeared to side with the Russian leader against US intelligence.
"I got along with him great, I would hope he wants to make a deal," said Trump, adding "He (Putin) can't be thrilled he's not doing so well."
"I mean, he's grinding it out, but most people thought that war would have been over in about one week, and now you're into three years, right?" he said.
Trump said that the war was hitting the Russian economy hard, which is also being battered by inflation.
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<h2>Zelensky wants a deal&nbsp;</h2>
The Republican, who in the past has repeatedly criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr, said: "Zelensky wants to make a deal".
Trump said that Zelensky had told him that he wanted a peace agreement to end the ongoing war, which started with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.
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"Zelensky wants to make a deal," said Trump, who during his campaign has repeatedly vowed that he will end the Russia-Ukraine war quickly, with his aides suggesting leveraging US aid to force Kyiv to make concessions.
(With inputs from agencies)

World news | Discover how Trump's latest remarks on Putin highlight a shift in his stance, as he criticises the Russian leader for not ending the war with Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jan 21) said that Russian President Vladimir Putin was "destroying Russia" by not making a deal to end the war with its neighbour Ukraine. The Republican leader, who is known to have a direct line with Putin, also warned that Russia is 'going to be in big trouble'. Putin destroying Russia: Trump Trump claimed that Putin was destroying Russia by not striking a deal to end the war that started in February 2022. Also read | Donald Trump pardons 1,500 Jan 6 rioters, declares them political 'hostages' "He (Putin) should make a deal. I think he's destroying Russia by not making a deal," the 47th President of the United States told reporters on his return to the Oval Office. "I think Russia's going to be in big trouble," Trump added. Trump's unusually critical comments about the Russian president are surprising, given his past admiration for Putin. Also read | Bye-bye Biden: Trump's inaugural executive orders mark major rollback of Biden-era policies The newly inaugurated US president also announced plans to meet Putin, albeit without sharing a timeline. According to AFP news agency, a summit between the two leaders during Trump's first term gained notoriety when the US president appeared to side with the Russian leader against US intelligence. "I got along with him great, I would hope he wants to make a deal," said Trump, adding "He (Putin) can't be thrilled he's not doing so well." "I mean, he's grinding it out, but most people thought that war would have been over in about one week, and now you're into three years, right?" he said. Trump said that the war was hitting the Russian economy hard, which is also being battered by inflation. Also read | Trump didn't place his hand on Bible while taking oath as US president. Is it necessary? Zelensky wants a deal The Republican, who in the past has repeatedly criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr, said: "Zelensky wants to make a deal". Trump said that Zelensky had told him that he wanted a peace agreement to end the ongoing war, which started with Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Watch | PM Modi, Zelenskyy, Putin congratulate Trump on becoming 47th US President "Zelensky wants to make a deal," said Trump, who during his campaign has repeatedly vowed that he will end the Russia-Ukraine war quickly, with his aides suggesting leveraging US aid to force Kyiv to make concessions. (With inputs from agencies)

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Three high-ranking officers of the Ukrainian Army were detained over alleged inaction to halt a Russian offensive as the war between Russia and Ukraine rages on.
In a statement, the office of the Ukrainian prosecutor said on Monday (Jan 20) that it detained two generals for inaction that led to the seizure of part of the Kharkiv region last year.
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The generals were formally notified they were being investigated for "negligence."&nbsp;A third official with the rank of colonel was being probed on the same charges, as well as for "abandoning the battlefield" without permission, a statement read.
<h2>The consequences of the inaction</h2>
The general prosecutor's office said the three officials had been detained and posted images apparently showing officers arriving at the suspects' homes.
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The office pointed out the men's negligence had resulted in the loss of Ukrainian weapons, territory, and military personnel.
<h2>Latest from Russia-Ukraine war</h2>
The above developments came as Ukraine attacked a Russian-occupied town in the southern Kherson region on Monday, killing two people and wounding more than a dozen others.
According to Russian authorities, the Ukrainian military fired "cluster munitions" near a school in the town of Bekhtery when students and teachers were on their way to lessons.
At least 19 people, including two children, were wounded in the attack. Citing state media, a report by the news agency AFP said that the two children were in a serious condition.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Russia said that its forces captured two more villages in east Ukraine, including one just a few kilometres from Pokrovsk, a key supply hub for Kyiv's forces.&nbsp;
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.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: The developments came as Ukraine attacked a Russian-occupied town in the southern Kherson region on Monday, killing two people and wounding more than a dozen others.

Three high-ranking officers of the Ukrainian Army were detained over alleged inaction to halt a Russian offensive as the war between Russia and Ukraine rages on. In a statement, the office of the Ukrainian prosecutor said on Monday (Jan 20) that it detained two generals for inaction that led to the seizure of part of the Kharkiv region last year. Also read | Russia accuses Ukraine of civilian killings in village seized by Kyiv's army The generals were formally notified they were being investigated for "negligence." A third official with the rank of colonel was being probed on the same charges, as well as for "abandoning the battlefield" without permission, a statement read. The consequences of the inaction The general prosecutor's office said the three officials had been detained and posted images apparently showing officers arriving at the suspects' homes. Also read | 'When Russians hide, North Koreans shoot': How Pyongyang's troops are reshaping Russia-Ukraine war The office pointed out the men's negligence had resulted in the loss of Ukrainian weapons, territory, and military personnel. Latest from Russia-Ukraine war The above developments came as Ukraine attacked a Russian-occupied town in the southern Kherson region on Monday, killing two people and wounding more than a dozen others. According to Russian authorities, the Ukrainian military fired "cluster munitions" near a school in the town of Bekhtery when students and teachers were on their way to lessons. At least 19 people, including two children, were wounded in the attack. Citing state media, a report by the news agency AFP said that the two children were in a serious condition. Meanwhile, Russia said that its forces captured two more villages in east Ukraine, including one just a few kilometres from Pokrovsk, a key supply hub for Kyiv's forces. 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 war: Three high-ranking Ukrainian Army officers detained over alleged inaction to halt Russian offensive

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The capture of two North Korean soldiers by Ukrainian forces marks a significant moment in Russia&rsquo;s war against Ukraine. Their testimonies have been crucial in confirming details about these troops and Pyongyang that were previously only assumptions.
<h2>Russia's effort to hide North Korean soldiers</h2>
Russia has gone to great lengths to disguise the presence of 12,000 North Korean troops sent by North Korea to support its war on Ukraine. To maintain secrecy, the North Koreans were given Russian uniforms, weapons, and falsified military documents.
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They were even assigned Russian names, and most of them were 'born' in the Siberian republic of Tuva, where the population has Asian features. These troops were integrated into Russian marine and assault corps units and sent to the frontlines.
<h2>Pretence falls apart</h2>
This deception unravelled last week when Ukrainian forces captured two North Korean soldiers on the battlefield. Both were injured and later transported to Kyiv, where Ukraine&rsquo;s intelligence agency, the SBU, interrogated them with assistance from South Korea&rsquo;s national intelligence service.
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One of the captured soldiers, identified as 25-year-old Sergeant Lee Jong Nam from Pyongyang, joined the North Korean army in 2016. He served in a sniper reconnaissance platoon within the fifth battalion of the Democratic People&rsquo;s Republic of Korea (DPRK). His first combat assignment in Ukraine took place on 8 January, during which he sustained a jaw injury. 
Footage of the second soldier, whose identity remains unknown, was shared by President Volodymyr Zelensky. From his hospital bed, the soldier said that he was lying in the open for several days after being wounded in the leg. He said that the name on his Russian military ID was fabricated, saying, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t remember it. It wasn&rsquo;t mine.&rdquo; He also thought he was participating in a training exercise.
<h2>Raised 'in an information vacuum'</h2>
Zelensky criticised Moscow for exploiting these soldiers, describing them as being raised in &ldquo;an information vacuum&rdquo; and used by Russia solely to prolong and escalate its war against Ukraine. The timing of their capture is significant, as Kyiv faces growing challenges, including Russia&rsquo;s advances in the east and uncertainty over potential changes in US foreign policy.
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Ukraine&rsquo;s military intelligence agency, HUR, alleges that the Kremlin is supplying Kim Jong Un&rsquo;s regime with torpedoes and drone technology. North Korea is also receiving Russian military intelligence, including satellite data and air-to-air missile systems.
Ukraine's military thinks the conflict serves as a training ground for North Korean soldiers. According to Major General Vadym Skybytskyi, HUR&rsquo;s deputy chief, told The Guardian&nbsp;that the North Korean troops are gaining valuable experience in modern warfare. He said they are learning from earlier mistakes by trial and error.&nbsp;
Mistakes as advancing in large groups across open fields are being corrected, and newer tactics are being adopted. Those who survive are expected to return to North Korea and share their combat knowledge as trainers. 
"To begin with, they advanced in large groups across snowy fields. The next lot won&rsquo;t do that. They are learning new tactics and how to fight in a drone environment," he said.
<h2>Motivated and determined</h2>
Speaking to The Guardian, Skybytskyi described the North Koreans as ideologically motivated and determined. Despite significant casualties, their morale remains high. Some soldiers have even resorted to dying by suicide to avoid capture. A recovered iPad belonging to a deceased North Korean soldier contained a huge amount of propaganda. &ldquo;My colleague reviewed it. After two hours, he said, &lsquo;North Korea is the best country in the world,&rsquo;&rdquo; Skybytskyi said.
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While some Ukrainian soldiers dismiss the North Koreans as ineffective fighters sent on suicide missions, others acknowledge their skills. One Ukrainian fighter, Ovcharenko, told The Guardian that North Koreans are often well-organised and competent shooters. &ldquo;The Russians hide when they see drones. The North Koreans try to shoot them down. They understand combined warfare with infantry, planes, and tanks,&rdquo; he said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Russia has gone to great lengths to disguise the presence of 12,000 North Korean troops sent by Pyongyang to support its war on Ukraine and given them Russian uniforms, weapons, and falsified military documents.

The capture of two North Korean soldiers by Ukrainian forces marks a significant moment in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Their testimonies have been crucial in confirming details about these troops and Pyongyang that were previously only assumptions. Russia's effort to hide North Korean soldiers Russia has gone to great lengths to disguise the presence of 12,000 North Korean troops sent by North Korea to support its war on Ukraine. To maintain secrecy, the North Koreans were given Russian uniforms, weapons, and falsified military documents. Also read: People's March LIVE updates: Protesters arrive in Washington DC They were even assigned Russian names, and most of them were 'born' in the Siberian republic of Tuva, where the population has Asian features. These troops were integrated into Russian marine and assault corps units and sent to the frontlines. Pretence falls apart This deception unravelled last week when Ukrainian forces captured two North Korean soldiers on the battlefield. Both were injured and later transported to Kyiv, where Ukraine’s intelligence agency, the SBU, interrogated them with assistance from South Korea’s national intelligence service. Also read: Rape-murder, protests and arrest: Here's how victim of RG Kar Medical College finally got justice One of the captured soldiers, identified as 25-year-old Sergeant Lee Jong Nam from Pyongyang, joined the North Korean army in 2016. He served in a sniper reconnaissance platoon within the fifth battalion of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). His first combat assignment in Ukraine took place on 8 January, during which he sustained a jaw injury. Footage of the second soldier, whose identity remains unknown, was shared by President Volodymyr Zelensky. From his hospital bed, the soldier said that he was lying in the open for several days after being wounded in the leg. He said that the name on his Russian military ID was fabricated, saying, “I don’t remember it. It wasn’t mine.” He also thought he was participating in a training exercise. Raised 'in an information vacuum' Zelensky criticised Moscow for exploiting these soldiers, describing them as being raised in “an information vacuum” and used by Russia solely to prolong and escalate its war against Ukraine. The timing of their capture is significant, as Kyiv faces growing challenges, including Russia’s advances in the east and uncertainty over potential changes in US foreign policy. Also read: From Zakaria Zubeidi to Ahmed Barghouti: 5 Prominent names among 737 Palestinian prisoners to be freed by Israel Ukraine’s military intelligence agency, HUR, alleges that the Kremlin is supplying Kim Jong Un’s regime with torpedoes and drone technology. North Korea is also receiving Russian military intelligence, including satellite data and air-to-air missile systems. Ukraine's military thinks the conflict serves as a training ground for North Korean soldiers. According to Major General Vadym Skybytskyi, HUR’s deputy chief, told The Guardian that the North Korean troops are gaining valuable experience in modern warfare. He said they are learning from earlier mistakes by trial and error. Mistakes as advancing in large groups across open fields are being corrected, and newer tactics are being adopted. Those who survive are expected to return to North Korea and share their combat knowledge as trainers. "To begin with, they advanced in large groups across snowy fields. The next lot won’t do that. They are learning new tactics and how to fight in a drone environment," he said. Motivated and determined Speaking to The Guardian, Skybytskyi described the North Koreans as ideologically motivated and determined. Despite significant casualties, their morale remains high. Some soldiers have even resorted to dying by suicide to avoid capture. A recovered iPad belonging to a deceased North Korean soldier contained a huge amount of propaganda. “My colleague reviewed it. After two hours, he said, ‘North Korea is the best country in the world,’” Skybytskyi said. Also read: Meet Sean Curran, Trump's pick for Secret Service chief who shielded him in rally attack? While some Ukrainian soldiers dismiss the North Koreans as ineffective fighters sent on suicide missions, others acknowledge their skills. One Ukrainian fighter, Ovcharenko, told The Guardian that North Koreans are often well-organised and competent shooters. “The Russians hide when they see drones. The North Koreans try to shoot them down. They understand combined warfare with infantry, planes, and tanks,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

'When Russians hide, North Koreans shoot': How Pyongyang's troops are reshaping Russia-Ukraine war

A Ukrainian drone attack triggered a fire late on Friday in Russia's Kaluga region after an industrial site was hit in the city.

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv targets industrial site in Russia

Moscow has launched targeted strikes on Ukraine's infrastructure backbone, crippling key energy and transportation systems. The attacks aim to weaken Ukraine’s logistical capabilities amid ongoing conflict.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia's missiles cripple Ukraine's energy sector

Ukrainian police said Friday its officers were conducting 200 searches nationwide as part of an ongoing probe into the illegal exit of military-aged men from the country.
Kyiv has been pushing a sweeping and divisive mobilisation campaign to boost its military, which is struggling to hold back Russia's significantly larger army that is advancing across at several sectors across the front.
"The national police force is conducting more than 200 searches regarding cases of illegal border crossings" of Ukrainian men who are eligible for army service, the national police said in a statement.
The raids announced on Friday are just the latest step in a country-wide probe launched by law enforcement last week when Kyiv said police were searching some 600 homes, offices and other sites.&nbsp;
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Ukraine's divisive campaign to strengthen its military has spurred panic among fighting-aged men and has seen thousands flee the country towards Europe, sometimes utilising dangerous smuggling routes over mountains or rivers.
Last week, police said the operation was primarily targeting the organisers of schemes that help draft evaders to illegally cross the Ukrainian border.
Police said Friday that its searches were being conducted in 19 different regions and posted pictures of officers with weapons entering and cameras at what appeared to be private residences and offices.
Kyiv has been battling problems with systemic corruption within its military mobilisation infrastructure since the beginning of Russia's invasion in February 2022.
Late last year, Ukrainian former prosecutor general Andriy Kostin resigned after a probe uncovered a large-scale corruption scheme that apparently provided military draft exemptions for government officials.
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World | The raids announced on Friday are just the latest step in a country-wide probe launched by law enforcement last week when Kyiv said police were searching some 600 homes.

Ukrainian police said Friday its officers were conducting 200 searches nationwide as part of an ongoing probe into the illegal exit of military-aged men from the country. Kyiv has been pushing a sweeping and divisive mobilisation campaign to boost its military, which is struggling to hold back Russia's significantly larger army that is advancing across at several sectors across the front. "The national police force is conducting more than 200 searches regarding cases of illegal border crossings" of Ukrainian men who are eligible for army service, the national police said in a statement. The raids announced on Friday are just the latest step in a country-wide probe launched by law enforcement last week when Kyiv said police were searching some 600 homes, offices and other sites. Also read: UK to play 'leading role' in defending Ukraine as Starmer, Zelensky ink 100-year agreement Ukraine's divisive campaign to strengthen its military has spurred panic among fighting-aged men and has seen thousands flee the country towards Europe, sometimes utilising dangerous smuggling routes over mountains or rivers. Last week, police said the operation was primarily targeting the organisers of schemes that help draft evaders to illegally cross the Ukrainian border. Police said Friday that its searches were being conducted in 19 different regions and posted pictures of officers with weapons entering and cameras at what appeared to be private residences and offices. Kyiv has been battling problems with systemic corruption within its military mobilisation infrastructure since the beginning of Russia's invasion in February 2022. Late last year, Ukrainian former prosecutor general Andriy Kostin resigned after a probe uncovered a large-scale corruption scheme that apparently provided military draft exemptions for government officials. 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.

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Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky on Thursday (Jan 2) said that US President-elect Donald Trump's unpredictable approach might help in resolving the war with Russia.&nbsp;
During the presidential campaign, Trump had said several times that he would end the Ukrainian war in &ldquo;24 hours&rdquo; if elected.
Ukrainian officials fear a peace agreement under Trump&rsquo;s terms might require territorial concession.&nbsp;
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Zelensky also commented on the possibility of France deploying peacekeepers in Ukraine as part of a potential peace deal but stressed that any such initiative should be aligned with Ukraine&rsquo;s goal of NATO membership.&nbsp;
Zelensky said, &ldquo;We support this initiative, but France alone is not enough. We would not want it to be one or two countries if it comes to this initiative. It should definitely be on the way to NATO.&rdquo;&nbsp;
In late 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron had floated the idea of Western troops being sent to Ukraine.
He also said that troops from NATO countries on the Ukrainain soil could not be ruled out.&nbsp;
Zelensky has also admitted that the Ukrainian army was experiencing strain and fatigue due to Russia's ongoing and intense assaults along the front line.
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<h2 class="p1">Russia gaining territory&nbsp;</h2>
According to a a report by AFP based on data from the Institute for the Study of War, Russia gained nearly 4,000 square kilometres (1,500 square miles) of territory in Ukraine last year, as Kyiv's forces faced persistent manpower shortages and fatigue.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zelensky believes that Trump's distinct approach could break the stalemate in negotiations, potentially offering a unique angle to achieve peace in the region.

Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelensky on Thursday (Jan 2) said that US President-elect Donald Trump's unpredictable approach might help in resolving the war with Russia. During the presidential campaign, Trump had said several times that he would end the Ukrainian war in “24 hours” if elected. Ukrainian officials fear a peace agreement under Trump’s terms might require territorial concession. Also read: Ukraine war: Russia launches New Year drone strike on Kyiv, killing two, wounding six Zelensky also commented on the possibility of France deploying peacekeepers in Ukraine as part of a potential peace deal but stressed that any such initiative should be aligned with Ukraine’s goal of NATO membership. Zelensky said, “We support this initiative, but France alone is not enough. We would not want it to be one or two countries if it comes to this initiative. It should definitely be on the way to NATO.” In late 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron had floated the idea of Western troops being sent to Ukraine. He also said that troops from NATO countries on the Ukrainain soil could not be ruled out. Zelensky has also admitted that the Ukrainian army was experiencing strain and fatigue due to Russia's ongoing and intense assaults along the front line. Also read: Ukraine war: Kyiv halts Russian gas flow to Europe, calls it 'historic' Russia gaining territory According to a a report by AFP based on data from the Institute for the Study of War, Russia gained nearly 4,000 square kilometres (1,500 square miles) of territory in Ukraine last year, as Kyiv's forces faced persistent manpower shortages and fatigue. (With inputs from agencies)

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