Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday there was no need to use nuclear weapons to deliver victory for Moscow in Ukraine, the strongest signal yet from the Kremlin chief that there will not be a nuclear strike.

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French President Emmanuel Macron announced Thursday that France will provide Ukraine with its Mirage combat aircraft to help the country’s defense against Russia’s aggression.

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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Europe was once again "at a crossroads" eight decades after the D-Day landings in World War II, referring to Russian President Vladimir Putin as "our common enemy" in a speech to the French National Assembly.

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The Russian Defence Ministry on Friday accused Ukrainian forces of firing five U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles at the Russian-controlled eastern Ukrainian city of Luhansk in an attack it said had wounded 20 people, including children.

Russia accuses Kyiv of using U.S. ATACMS missiles to hit civilian targets in Luhansk

A major survey released on Friday shows that, for the first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the percentage of Ukrainians who trust President Volodymyr Zelensky is less than 60%.

Russia-Ukraine war: Trust in Zelensky at wartime low, shows survey

Russia is winning the sanctions game. The sanctions aimed to reduce the inflow of petro dollars which is the key to financing the war against Ukraine. However, Russia's oil revenue rose 50% in May.

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Washington is tracking Russian warships headed to the Caribbean Sea for military exercises this summer, media reports suggested.

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Russia-Ukraine war: France will provide Ukraine with Mirage combat aircraft: Macron

Even After experiencing the horrors of two World Wars, the world continues to be held hostage to the actions and rhetoric of the West on the one hand and Russia on the other. President Vladimir Putin warned that he will deploy weapons closer to the West & France says it will send fighter jets to Ukraine. Watch in for more details!

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The Russian defense Ministry has accused Ukrainian forces of firing five US supplied missiles at the Russian controlled Eastern Ukrainian city of Luhansk. Watch in for more details!

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Russia claimed to have hit many targets in Ukraine. Ukraine asserted that it and Russia had engaged in numerous hard battles going in different directions. Over the previous 24 hours, Russian forces have taken up more favorable positions on the front lines.

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<p>France confirmed on Thursday (June 6) that a French national has been arrested in Moscow but denied Russian claim that he was working for the French&nbsp;government to gather intelligence. The development coincides with French President Emmanuel Macron's remarks during an event to commemorate second World War's 'D-Day' landings in Normandy in which he said that Paris will transfer Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine amid its war with Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Tomorrow we will launch a new cooperation and announce the transfer of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine, made by French manufacturer Dassault, and train their Ukrainian pilots in France," Macron told France’s TF1 broadcaster on Thursday (June 6). France has around 26 Mirage 2000-5 and 65 older Mirage 2000-D aircraft in active service, according to Flight International’s World Air Forces rankings.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;D-Day Anniversary: Britain, France and US commemorate D-Day; Macron honours WW2 veterans</strong></p>

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<p>"In no way was he working for France. Now we are very vigilant, he will receive all the consular protections that apply in such a case. I want to say the truth in the face of the brainwashing that we hear," Macron said separately later while referring to a country's national's arrest in Moscow.</p>

<p>Russia's Investigative Committee said earlier on Thursday that a French citizen, employed by the non-profit Swiss Center for Humanitarian Dialogue, was detained on suspicion of "collecting information in the field of military activities of the Russian Federation".</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gravitas-france-allows-its-police-to-spy-on-people-through-electronic-devices-613252">France allows its police to spy on people through electronic devices</a></strong></p>

<p>"For these purposes, he repeatedly visited the territory of Russia, including the city of Moscow, where he held meetings with citizens of the Russian Federation," the Investigative Committee said.</p>

<p>The ties between France and Russia have been on a downward spiral since President Vladimir Putin launched the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2022, Russia expanded the scope of its "foreign agents" law under which not only individuals or organisations receiving funding from abroad are described as foreign agents but also anyone who has "received support and (or) is under foreign influence".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


France confirmed on Thursday (June 6) that a French national has been arrested in Moscow but denied Russian claim that he was working for the French government to gather intelligence.

France confirmed on Thursday (June 6) that a French national has been arrested in Moscow but denied Russian claim that he was working for the French government to gather intelligence. The development coincides with French President Emmanuel Macron's remarks during an event to commemorate second World War's 'D-Day' landings in Normandy in which he said that Paris will transfer Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine amid its war with Russia. "Tomorrow we will launch a new cooperation and announce the transfer of Mirage 2000-5 fighter jets to Ukraine, made by French manufacturer Dassault, and train their Ukrainian pilots in France," Macron told France’s TF1 broadcaster on Thursday (June 6). France has around 26 Mirage 2000-5 and 65 older Mirage 2000-D aircraft in active service, according to Flight International’s World Air Forces rankings. Also read | D-Day Anniversary: Britain, France and US commemorate D-Day; Macron honours WW2 veterans × "In no way was he working for France. Now we are very vigilant, he will receive all the consular protections that apply in such a case. I want to say the truth in the face of the brainwashing that we hear," Macron said separately later while referring to a country's national's arrest in Moscow. Russia's Investigative Committee said earlier on Thursday that a French citizen, employed by the non-profit Swiss Center for Humanitarian Dialogue, was detained on suspicion of "collecting information in the field of military activities of the Russian Federation". Also read | France allows its police to spy on people through electronic devices "For these purposes, he repeatedly visited the territory of Russia, including the city of Moscow, where he held meetings with citizens of the Russian Federation," the Investigative Committee said. The ties between France and Russia have been on a downward spiral since President Vladimir Putin launched the invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. In 2022, Russia expanded the scope of its "foreign agents" law under which not only individuals or organisations receiving funding from abroad are described as foreign agents but also anyone who has "received support and (or) is under foreign influence". (With inputs from agencies)

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The Russia-Ukraine war is entering the next phase. Meanwhile, the rift is widening between Russia & US. Russia is now sending warships to America's backyard. Is World War III around the corner? Watch this video for all details.

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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that Paris is planning to send Mirage-2000 warplanes to Kyiv. Reportedly, it is a part of new military cooperation between two sides.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that he could use conventional missiles against US and its allies within striking distance if they allow Ukraine to use long-range western weapons to strike deep inside Russia.

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In reaction to NATO partners permitting Ukraine to use their weapons to attack Russian territory, President Vladimir Putin issued a warning on Wednesday, threatening to supply others with long-range weaponry so they could attack Western targets.

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On June 5, President Vladimir Putin issued a warning, stating that if NATO partners permit Ukraine to use their weapons to attack Russian territory, Russia may supply long-range missiles to others for use against Western targets.

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The Russia-Ukraine war is venturing into perilous and unprecedented territory as France is contemplating the deployment of its military personnel to assist Ukrainian forces.

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Kyiv has ordered for the evacuation of children and their parents from several towns and villages in eastern Donetsk region where fighting with Russia is reportedly intensifying. Watch in for more details!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow could arm countries with a view to attacking Western targets. Watch to know more.

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In response to a question on the possibility of a nuclear conflict over Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday that Russia would use all of its resources to defend itself in the event that its sovereignty or territorial integrity were in danger.

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WION talks to John Bolton, former US ambassador tot he UN, on the various important issues, including China's involvement in disturbing Ukraine peace summit. Watch this interview for more details.

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The Russia-Ukraine war continues to rage on. Meanwhile, tensions are soaring between Russia & the West. The West continues to arm Ukraine against Russia. Now, Russia is deploying missiles in striking distance of the West. Are drums of World War III beating? Watch this video for all details.

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Russia's crude exports have experienced a decline for the fourth consecutive week, reaching the lowest levels since mid-February. While production and exports are not directly correlated, falling crude exports suggest Moscow is adhering to its promise.

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While commenting on US President Joe Biden's decision last week to approve the use of US supplied weapons to hit targets inside Russia that were involved in attacks on Ukraine's Kharkiv region, Russia has warned that a huge confrontation can be on its way.

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Russia forces have now made advances into Ukraine's eastern region. The Ukrainian President said that the Russian forces were focussing their main fire power on eastern Donetsk and not in the northeastern Kharkiv region. Watch in for more details!

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A Russian missile attack on Ukraine's central city Dnipro injured eight people, including two children, and damaged civilian infrastructure in early hours of Tuesday, Ukrainian authorities said. The Ukrainian air force said it shot down two Iskander-K cruise missiles over the region.

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