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US presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy has taken a strong stance against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that labelling Russian President Vladimir Putin as "bad" should not automatically imply that Ukraine is "good."&nbsp;

Ramaswamy condemns President Zelensky for several actions he deems concerning. Firstly, he accuses Zelensky of banning 11 opposition parties, which raises questions about the state of political freedom in Ukraine.

Secondly, he points out Zelensky's consolidation of media into a single state broadcaster, raising concerns about media independence.

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<h2>Allegations of corruption</h2>

Another major criticism by Ramaswamy is Ukraine's "abysmal record on corruption." This issue threatens not only the country's stability but also its international reputation. Ramaswamy's concerns about corruption highlight the need for transparency and accountability within the Ukrainian government.

Ramaswamy brings up a controversial incident involving Zelensky. He mentions the Ukrainian president's presence in the Canadian Parliament where a Nazi veteran, Yaroslav Hunka, was honoured. This incident has raised eyebrows and questions about Zelensky's political judgement.

<h2>Financial demands and electoral threats</h2>

Ramaswamy criticizes Zelensky for demanding more financial support from the United States to hold elections. This financial dependence raises concerns about Ukraine's sovereignty and self-reliance. Additionally, Zelensky's threat not to hold regular elections without increased funding raises questions about democratic processes within the country.

Ramaswamy highlights the fact that Russian-speaking regions in Donbas have not participated in Ukrainian parliamentary elections for nearly a decade. This reveals a significant challenge in achieving national unity and representation in Ukraine.

His stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict is notable. He advocates for a resolution that involves Moscow retaining parts of the Donbas region and Ukraine refraining from joining NATO. Furthermore, he suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin should exit his military alliance with China as part of ending the conflict.

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Despite being a relatively young and politically inexperienced tech entrepreneur, Ramaswamy has gained attention in GOP primary polls. He has garnered support by challenging the status quo and offering unique perspectives on international relations.

While Ramaswamy has risen in GOP primary polls, he still trails behind former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who lead the race. Trump maintains a significant lead with 56 per cent support, leaving Ramaswamy at 7.3 per cent, according to a RealClearPolitics poll.

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US presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy has taken a strong stance against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that labelling Russian President Vladimir Putin as "bad" should not automatically imply that Ukraine is "good.

US presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy has taken a strong stance against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He argues that labelling Russian President Vladimir Putin as "bad" should not automatically imply that Ukraine is "good." Ramaswamy condemns President Zelensky for several actions he deems concerning. Firstly, he accuses Zelensky of banning 11 opposition parties, which raises questions about the state of political freedom in Ukraine. Secondly, he points out Zelensky's consolidation of media into a single state broadcaster, raising concerns about media independence. Also read | US: Police reject Vivek Ramaswamy’s claims that his car was hit by pro-Ukraine protesters Allegations of corruption Another major criticism by Ramaswamy is Ukraine's "abysmal record on corruption." This issue threatens not only the country's stability but also its international reputation. Ramaswamy's concerns about corruption highlight the need for transparency and accountability within the Ukrainian government. Ramaswamy brings up a controversial incident involving Zelensky. He mentions the Ukrainian president's presence in the Canadian Parliament where a Nazi veteran, Yaroslav Hunka, was honoured. This incident has raised eyebrows and questions about Zelensky's political judgement. Financial demands and electoral threats Ramaswamy criticizes Zelensky for demanding more financial support from the United States to hold elections. This financial dependence raises concerns about Ukraine's sovereignty and self-reliance. Additionally, Zelensky's threat not to hold regular elections without increased funding raises questions about democratic processes within the country. Ramaswamy highlights the fact that Russian-speaking regions in Donbas have not participated in Ukrainian parliamentary elections for nearly a decade. This reveals a significant challenge in achieving national unity and representation in Ukraine. His stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict is notable. He advocates for a resolution that involves Moscow retaining parts of the Donbas region and Ukraine refraining from joining NATO. Furthermore, he suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin should exit his military alliance with China as part of ending the conflict. Also watch | US: Video of Presidential Hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy performing Oscar-winning song goes viral Despite being a relatively young and politically inexperienced tech entrepreneur, Ramaswamy has gained attention in GOP primary polls. He has garnered support by challenging the status quo and offering unique perspectives on international relations. While Ramaswamy has risen in GOP primary polls, he still trails behind former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who lead the race. Trump maintains a significant lead with 56 per cent support, leaving Ramaswamy at 7.3 per cent, according to a RealClearPolitics poll. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Russia has turned Ukraine Into a giant minefield. It’s estimated that around 30 % of Ukraine has been contaminated with landmines. What's even worse? Removing them is proving to be difficult. But it seems technology could prove to be of some help. Here is more.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin ramps up his nuclear rhetoric. During his speech on Thursday at the Annual Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi, Putin announced that Russia has successfully carried out the test of a new generation nuclear-powered cruise missile. And further suggested that the country could resume nuclear testing for the first time in more than three decades.

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According to reports, the US would give Ukraine thousands of stolen Iranian guns and rounds of ammunition. As the Ukrainian military waits for additional funding and equipment from the US and its allies, US officials said the action is intended to assist ease some of the severe shortages it is now experiencing. Now, US is fearing a shutdown and amid that dropped aid to Ukraine in emergency.

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Ukrainian officials said Thursday that at least 51 people were killed in a Russian strike that hit a grocery store and café in the northeast Kharkiv region. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the "demonstrably brutal Russian crime," calling it "a rocket attack on an ordinary grocery store."

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia missile strike on a grocery store in Ukraine's Kharkiv

The death toll from&nbsp;an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Rescue workers are still searching through the rubble for bodies after what Kyiv said was one of Russia's deadliest attacks on civilians since the beginning of its invasion. The United Nations human rights agency has deployed a field team to investigate the attack.&nbsp;

<h2>Death toll rises to 52</h2>

“Fifty-two people died as a result of this missile attack. One person died in a medical facility,” &nbsp;Oleh Synehubov, governor of the Kharkiv region, told Ukrainian television. He added, “People are still there (in hospitals). The injuries are quite serious.”&nbsp;

Those killed include&nbsp;a six-year-old boy after a missile rammed into a cafe and grocery store where people gathered to mourn a fallen Ukrainian soldier.&nbsp;

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Officials have also announced a three-day mourning period after the attack.

<h2>UN team in Kharkiv</h2>

A spokesperson for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on Friday said they have deployed a field team to investigate the attack.&nbsp;

“The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, who saw for himself the horrific impact of such strikes, is profoundly shocked and condemns these killings,” UN human rights office spokeswoman Elizabeth Throssell told reporters in Geneva.

A probable Russian strike: UN

The UN agency also said that the attack “appeared to be a Russian missile”. At this stage, it is “very difficult to establish with absolute certainty what happened,” said Throssell.&nbsp;

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“But given the location, given the fact that the cafe was struck, the indications are that it was a Russian missile,” she added.&nbsp;

The UN rights office’s monitoring mission in Ukraine has been able to identify 35 victims. They have so far established that at least 23 of the fatalities “appeared to be in civilian clothing,” said Throssell, adding that there did not appear to be military targets nearby.&nbsp;

Russia denies attacking civilians

Amid repeated accusations by Kyiv that Moscow is deliberately targeting its civilians, the Kremlin has yet again denied the allegations.&nbsp;

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“We repeat that the Russian military does not strike civilian targets. Strikes are carried out on military targets, on places where military personnel are concentrated,” said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov in his daily briefing.&nbsp;

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The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Rescue workers are still searching through the rubble for bodies after what Kyiv said was one of Russia's deadliest attacks on civilians since the beginning of its invasion.

The death toll from an airstrike on the northeastern Ukrainian village in the Kharkiv region rose to 52 on Friday (Oct 6), reported Reuters. Rescue workers are still searching through the rubble for bodies after what Kyiv said was one of Russia's deadliest attacks on civilians since the beginning of its invasion. The United Nations human rights agency has deployed a field team to investigate the attack. Death toll rises to 52 “Fifty-two people died as a result of this missile attack. One person died in a medical facility,” Oleh Synehubov, governor of the Kharkiv region, told Ukrainian television. He added, “People are still there (in hospitals). The injuries are quite serious.” Those killed include a six-year-old boy after a missile rammed into a cafe and grocery store where people gathered to mourn a fallen Ukrainian soldier. ALSO READ | Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 51 killed in strike Officials have also announced a three-day mourning period after the attack. UN team in Kharkiv A spokesperson for the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on Friday said they have deployed a field team to investigate the attack. “The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, who saw for himself the horrific impact of such strikes, is profoundly shocked and condemns these killings,” UN human rights office spokeswoman Elizabeth Throssell told reporters in Geneva. A probable Russian strike: UN The UN agency also said that the attack “appeared to be a Russian missile”. At this stage, it is “very difficult to establish with absolute certainty what happened,” said Throssell. ALSO READ | Russia strikes Ukraine's Kharkiv again, kills 10-year-old boy and injures others “But given the location, given the fact that the cafe was struck, the indications are that it was a Russian missile,” she added. The UN rights office’s monitoring mission in Ukraine has been able to identify 35 victims. They have so far established that at least 23 of the fatalities “appeared to be in civilian clothing,” said Throssell, adding that there did not appear to be military targets nearby. Russia denies attacking civilians Amid repeated accusations by Kyiv that Moscow is deliberately targeting its civilians, the Kremlin has yet again denied the allegations. ALSO READ | Russia seeks to rejoin UN Human Rights Council, a year after being removed “We repeat that the Russian military does not strike civilian targets. Strikes are carried out on military targets, on places where military personnel are concentrated,” said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov in his daily briefing. (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. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The residential buildings in Kharkiv’s eastern region were hit in a strike by Russian forces, in which a 10-year-old boy was killed and nearly two dozen others were injured, said Ukrainian officials on Friday (Oct 6).<o:p></o:p>

The second-largest city of Ukraine, Kharkiv, lies in a region bordering Russia and has been facing shelling on a routine basis since the Russian forces invaded Ukraine in February last year.<o:p></o:p>

"Another targeted attack by Russia on civilians. The body of a 10-year-old child was found under the ruins," said Igor Klymenko, in a statement.<o:p></o:p>

Regional governor Oleg Synyegubov stated that 23 people, which included an 11-month-old child, were injured. The search operations are still going on.

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Synyegubov and the police service said that the Russian cruise missiles hit the city twice.<o:p></o:p>

"One of the missiles hit a road; windows were broken in neighbouring houses. The second missile hit a three-storey residential building, causing a fire," Synyegubov stated.<o:p></o:p>

The Kharkiv region of Ukraine was attacked less than 24 hours after more than 50 people were killed in the same region in one of the deadliest strikes by Russia.&nbsp; <o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Ukraine claims to have downed 25 of 33 Russian drones overnight</h2>

The air force of Ukraine on Friday (Oct 6) claimed that it has downed 25 of 33 Russian attack drones launched overnight across the region.<o:p></o:p>

On the messaging platform Telegram, the Air Force said that they shot down 25 Shahed 131 and 136 drones in six regions including Odesa, Kharkiv,&nbsp; Mykolaiv and Dnipro. It did not clarify which targets were struck by eight other drones.

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Earlier, the governor of Odesa’s southern region said that port infrastructure in the Izmail district was targeted by the drones. Taking to Telegram, Oleg Kiper said that they destroyed three drones used in that attack, adding that there were no casualties, however, a grain storage facility was damaged.<o:p></o:p>

In the southern Mykolaiv region, eight other drones were destroyed, said Ukrainian defence forces on Telegram.

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The residential buildings in Kharkiv’s eastern region were hit in a strike by Russian forces, in which a 10-year-old boy was killed and nearly two dozen others were injured, said Ukrainian officials on Friday (Oct 6).

The residential buildings in Kharkiv’s eastern region were hit in a strike by Russian forces, in which a 10-year-old boy was killed and nearly two dozen others were injured, said Ukrainian officials on Friday (Oct 6). The second-largest city of Ukraine, Kharkiv, lies in a region bordering Russia and has been facing shelling on a routine basis since the Russian forces invaded Ukraine in February last year. "Another targeted attack by Russia on civilians. The body of a 10-year-old child was found under the ruins," said Igor Klymenko, in a statement. Regional governor Oleg Synyegubov stated that 23 people, which included an 11-month-old child, were injured. The search operations are still going on. ALSO READ | Zelensky alleges 'brutal Russian crime' in Ukraine after at least 51 killed in strike Synyegubov and the police service said that the Russian cruise missiles hit the city twice. "One of the missiles hit a road; windows were broken in neighbouring houses. The second missile hit a three-storey residential building, causing a fire," Synyegubov stated. The Kharkiv region of Ukraine was attacked less than 24 hours after more than 50 people were killed in the same region in one of the deadliest strikes by Russia. Ukraine claims to have downed 25 of 33 Russian drones overnight The air force of Ukraine on Friday (Oct 6) claimed that it has downed 25 of 33 Russian attack drones launched overnight across the region. On the messaging platform Telegram, the Air Force said that they shot down 25 Shahed 131 and 136 drones in six regions including Odesa, Kharkiv, Mykolaiv and Dnipro. It did not clarify which targets were struck by eight other drones. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war: Russia missile strike on a grocery store in Ukraine's Kharkiv Earlier, the governor of Odesa’s southern region said that port infrastructure in the Izmail district was targeted by the drones. Taking to Telegram, Oleg Kiper said that they destroyed three drones used in that attack, adding that there were no casualties, however, a grain storage facility was damaged. In the southern Mykolaiv region, eight other drones were destroyed, said Ukrainian defence forces on Telegram. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Russia strikes Ukraine's Kharkiv again, kills 10-year-old boy and injures others

Ukraine recently received deliveries of the US M1 Abrams battle tank, boosting its forces as they seek to break through heavily fortified Russian defensive lines. Russia says the tanks would not change the outcome of its offensive and would burn like other NATO-supplied weapons. Now, in a blunt conclusion on the future of the M1 Abrams, an official US Advisory body has flagged issues pertaining to the tank. Is the West using Ukrainians as cannon fodder?

Russia goes for the kill: NATO using Ukrainians as cannon fodder? M1 Abrams tank 'won't dominate'

Russia has reportedly withdrawn the bulk of its Black Sea Fleet from its main naval base in Crimea. Well according to a Wall Street Journal report three attacked submarines and two frigates have been withdrawn to other ports in Russia and Crimea.

Russia-Ukraine war: Bulk of Black Sea fleet withdrawn from main Crimea port

The World Trade Organization (WTO) halved its growth forecast for global goods trade for this year, on Thursday (Oct 5) citing persistent inflation, higher interest rates, the Ukraine war and a strained Chinese property market. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Kyiv said that its legal disputes with European Union member nations at the United Nations agency trade body were “on hold”.&nbsp;

<h2>WTO’s global trade growth forecast</h2>

WTO has given a number of factors which have cast a shadow over its outlook. According to the Geneva-based trade body, merchandise trade volumes would increase by just 0.8 per cent in 2023 which is less than half of its 1.7 per cent estimate back in April.&nbsp;

However, the 164-member trade body, for 2024 estimates that the goods trade growth would pick up to 3.3 per cent which is just 0.1 per cent higher than its previous estimate in April.&nbsp;

The WTO also expects the real-world GDP to increase by 2.6 per cent at market exchange rates this year and 2.5 per cent in 2024.&nbsp;

According to the WTO, the trade slowdown was broad-based and involved a larger number of countries and goods – particularly iron and steel; office and telecoms equipment; textiles and clothing. While cars were a notable exception witnessing a rise in sales this year.&nbsp;

The UN trade body also reiterated its warning that they have observed some trade fragmentation linked to global tensions but did not see any evidence of a broader de-globalisation that could threaten its forecast for the next year.&nbsp;

“The data suggest that goods continue to be produced through complex supply chains, but that the extent of these chains may have reached their high-water mark,” said the WTO. The UN trade body also said that it was immediately clear if the recent decline was due to geopolitical tensions or the general economic slowdown.

“The projected slowdown in trade for 2023 is cause for concern, because of the adverse implications for the living standards of people around the world,” said WTO director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, adding that global economic fragmentation would only make these challenges worse.

<h2>Ukraine’s legal dispute at WTO</h2>

Kyiv said its <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-files-lawsuit-against-poland-hungary-and-slovakia-over-grain-import-bans-637289">lawsuits filed</a> against its neighbouring EU members – Poland, Slovakia and Hungary – over their bans on Ukrainian grain is “on hold”.&nbsp;

This comes after the war-torn country’s trade representative Taras Kachka, as per news agency Interfax Ukraine said, “We see that this problem will be eliminated in the coming weeks and months.”&nbsp;

The Ukrainian official also clarified that they are “not in a dispute” since they have not “formalised a working body to conduct a dispute,” adding that it is important to find a “constructive solution within the whole EU”.&nbsp;

Poland since welcomed Ukraine’s move and said that pausing of a complaint before the WTO is a “a necessary step”.&nbsp;

Polish government spokesman Piotr Muller told the PAP agency, “We look forward to further constructive actions by Ukraine to develop a suitable relationship on agricultural issues.”&nbsp;

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The World Trade Organization (WTO) halved its growth forecast for global goods trade for this year, on Thursday (Oct 5) citing persistent inflation, higher interest rates, the Ukraine war and a strained Chinese property market.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) halved its growth forecast for global goods trade for this year, on Thursday (Oct 5) citing persistent inflation, higher interest rates, the Ukraine war and a strained Chinese property market. Meanwhile, Kyiv said that its legal disputes with European Union member nations at the United Nations agency trade body were “on hold”. WTO’s global trade growth forecast WTO has given a number of factors which have cast a shadow over its outlook. According to the Geneva-based trade body, merchandise trade volumes would increase by just 0.8 per cent in 2023 which is less than half of its 1.7 per cent estimate back in April. However, the 164-member trade body, for 2024 estimates that the goods trade growth would pick up to 3.3 per cent which is just 0.1 per cent higher than its previous estimate in April. The WTO also expects the real-world GDP to increase by 2.6 per cent at market exchange rates this year and 2.5 per cent in 2024. According to the WTO, the trade slowdown was broad-based and involved a larger number of countries and goods – particularly iron and steel; office and telecoms equipment; textiles and clothing. While cars were a notable exception witnessing a rise in sales this year. The UN trade body also reiterated its warning that they have observed some trade fragmentation linked to global tensions but did not see any evidence of a broader de-globalisation that could threaten its forecast for the next year. “The data suggest that goods continue to be produced through complex supply chains, but that the extent of these chains may have reached their high-water mark,” said the WTO. The UN trade body also said that it was immediately clear if the recent decline was due to geopolitical tensions or the general economic slowdown. “The projected slowdown in trade for 2023 is cause for concern, because of the adverse implications for the living standards of people around the world,” said WTO director-general, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, adding that global economic fragmentation would only make these challenges worse. Ukraine’s legal dispute at WTO Kyiv said its lawsuits filed against its neighbouring EU members – Poland, Slovakia and Hungary – over their bans on Ukrainian grain is “on hold”. This comes after the war-torn country’s trade representative Taras Kachka, as per news agency Interfax Ukraine said, “We see that this problem will be eliminated in the coming weeks and months.” The Ukrainian official also clarified that they are “not in a dispute” since they have not “formalised a working body to conduct a dispute,” adding that it is important to find a “constructive solution within the whole EU”. Poland since welcomed Ukraine’s move and said that pausing of a complaint before the WTO is a “a necessary step”. Polish government spokesman Piotr Muller told the PAP agency, “We look forward to further constructive actions by Ukraine to develop a suitable relationship on agricultural issues.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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How long will Ukraine be able to fend for itself against Russian aggression if its Western supporters run out of weapons? Alarm bells are ringing as NATO faces a shortage of weapons for Ukraine. Now, officials from the bloc and Britain have urged member nations to increase production. Here's a report.

Gravitas: How Long Does Ukraine Have to Save Itself? NATO's Weapons Reserves Dwindle

Over a million rounds of 7.62 mm ammunition have been confiscated from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard core and have been transferred by the US to Ukraine. While these were seized as a part of a civil claim against an Iranian shipment headed for Houthi rebels in Yemen in December last year. Now the 7.62 mm ammunition is the standard round for Soviet-era assault rifles and Ukraine as a former uh Soviet Republic still relies on the Kalashnikov for many of its units.

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As the war in Ukraine rages on a United Nations report claims that the conflict has already killed nearly 10,000 civilians. The report has revealed that February and July this year. Almost six people died and 20 were wounded every single day.

UN: Ukraine conflict kills 10,000 civilians, deaths in Ukraine rises this year

Has Ukraine's counteroffensive failed? Well, that's what Russia is saying - Ukrainian forces has been attempting to Russian defences on frontlines in the East and South of the country.

Has Russia-Ukraine counteroffensive failed? Is winter about to halt the counteroffensive?

Ukraine has added the three biggest Chinese oil and gas producers – all state-owned companies – to its “international sponsors of war” list, spotlighting joint projects with Russia that Kyiv says help fund Moscow’s war effort.

Ukraine adds Chinese energy giants to 'war sponsors' list

The Russia-Ukraine war continues to escalate. Ukraine is eyeing constant support from the West but uncertainty looms over Washington's support to Kyiv. What will happen to US aid to Ukraine? Watch this video for all details.

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Ukraine is now developing new unmanned vehicles and phasing out existing models as the war-ravaged country fights to retake territory from Russia. In the ongoing War, as both Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone attacks Ukraine has taken a step forward in developing drones which has been fueled by public and private cooperation. Let's tell you more.

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European Union foreign ministers convened in Kyiv on Monday (Oct 2) for the first-ever meeting outside the 27-nation bloc and reiterated its long-term support for the war-torn country. The move is being seen as a show of support after Slovakia recently elected a pro-Russian candidate and the United States Congress passed a temporary spending bill with no aid for the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Historic’ gathering in Kyiv</h2>

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-defenders-of-ukraine-day-nothing-will-weaken-kyivs-resolve-against-russia-says-zelensky-641594/#defenders-day-of-ukraine-in-lviv-641595">EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell</a>&nbsp;described the gathering in Kyiv as “historic” but also said no concrete announcements would be made.&nbsp;

“It is the first time that we met in a candidate country. And, unfortunately, it was also the first time that the foreign ministers of the European Union met in a country at war,” said Borrell.&nbsp;

The meeting also comes amid growing disagreements among EU members over support for Ukraine and Kyiv’s high-stakes counteroffensive against the Russian forces with no major success so far. &nbsp;

“I am sure that Ukraine and the entire free world are capable of winning this confrontation. But our victory depends directly on our cooperation with you,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the ministers.&nbsp;

<h2>Kyiv brushes off US and Slovakia issues</h2>

The US Congress recently passed an emergency bill, to stop the government from shutting down, which excluded aid to Ukraine. However, Kyiv has said that they have been assured by the US officials that their support for Ukraine will continue.&nbsp;

“We don’t feel that the US support has been shattered...because the United States understands that what is at stake in Ukraine is much bigger than just Ukraine,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told reporters.&nbsp;

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-not-walk-away-biden-pledges-support-to-ukraine-after-congress-pauses-war-time-aid-641627">Joe Biden </a>said Republicans had pledged to provide Ukraine aid through a separate vote and assured that American support could not be interrupted “under any circumstances.”

Speaking about the election victory of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-robert-ficos-win-in-slovakia-is-good-news-for-vladimir-putin-during-ukraine-war-641770">pro-Russian Robert Fico</a> in Slovakia, Kuleba said that it was “too early to judge” the impact of politics there.

This comes a day after Fico, following his win, said that the EU and NATO member nation is ready to help Ukraine in a “humanitarian way” but has rejected the prospect of providing any further military aid to Kyiv.

Kuleba also told Borrell that the Kremlin was investing “huge resources” to stir disunity among its allies and urged them to stand firm.&nbsp;

“(Russian President Vladimir) Putin’s greatest expectation is precisely that the West and the world will tire of standing on the side of Ukraine in this war,” said the Ukrainian official.&nbsp;

French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna said that their being in Kyiv is a signal to Russia indicating the bloc’s determination to support Ukraine over the long term and “until it can win. It is also a message to Russia that it should not count on our weariness.”

Meanwhile, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock called for measures like air defence and guaranteed energy supplies to prepare Ukraine for winter after Russia bombed energy infrastructure last year, saying, “We must prevent this together with everything we have, as far as possible.”

<h2>Russia on Western ‘fatigue’ over Ukraine war</h2>

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the US congressional vote was a sign of increasing divisions in the West over the war, but expects Americans to continue support calling it a “temporary phenomenon.”

“But we have repeatedly said before that according to our forecasts fatigue from this conflict, fatigue from the completely absurd sponsorship of the Kyiv regime, will grow in various countries, including the United States,” said Peskov. 
 
He also defended Fico, saying it was “absurd” to label politicians who support their own country’s national interests as “pro-Russian”.&nbsp;

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European Union foreign ministers convened in Kyiv on Monday (Oct 2) for the first-ever meeting outside the 27-nation bloc and reiterated its long-term support for the war-torn country.

European Union foreign ministers convened in Kyiv on Monday (Oct 2) for the first-ever meeting outside the 27-nation bloc and reiterated its long-term support for the war-torn country. The move is being seen as a show of support after Slovakia recently elected a pro-Russian candidate and the United States Congress passed a temporary spending bill with no aid for the Ukraine war. ‘Historic’ gathering in Kyiv EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell described the gathering in Kyiv as “historic” but also said no concrete announcements would be made. “It is the first time that we met in a candidate country. And, unfortunately, it was also the first time that the foreign ministers of the European Union met in a country at war,” said Borrell. The meeting also comes amid growing disagreements among EU members over support for Ukraine and Kyiv’s high-stakes counteroffensive against the Russian forces with no major success so far. “I am sure that Ukraine and the entire free world are capable of winning this confrontation. But our victory depends directly on our cooperation with you,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the ministers. Kyiv brushes off US and Slovakia issues The US Congress recently passed an emergency bill, to stop the government from shutting down, which excluded aid to Ukraine. However, Kyiv has said that they have been assured by the US officials that their support for Ukraine will continue. “We don’t feel that the US support has been shattered...because the United States understands that what is at stake in Ukraine is much bigger than just Ukraine,” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba told reporters. US President Joe Biden said Republicans had pledged to provide Ukraine aid through a separate vote and assured that American support could not be interrupted “under any circumstances.” Speaking about the election victory of pro-Russian Robert Fico in Slovakia, Kuleba said that it was “too early to judge” the impact of politics there. This comes a day after Fico, following his win, said that the EU and NATO member nation is ready to help Ukraine in a “humanitarian way” but has rejected the prospect of providing any further military aid to Kyiv. Kuleba also told Borrell that the Kremlin was investing “huge resources” to stir disunity among its allies and urged them to stand firm. “(Russian President Vladimir) Putin’s greatest expectation is precisely that the West and the world will tire of standing on the side of Ukraine in this war,” said the Ukrainian official. French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna said that their being in Kyiv is a signal to Russia indicating the bloc’s determination to support Ukraine over the long term and “until it can win. It is also a message to Russia that it should not count on our weariness.” Meanwhile, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock called for measures like air defence and guaranteed energy supplies to prepare Ukraine for winter after Russia bombed energy infrastructure last year, saying, “We must prevent this together with everything we have, as far as possible.” Russia on Western ‘fatigue’ over Ukraine war Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that the US congressional vote was a sign of increasing divisions in the West over the war, but expects Americans to continue support calling it a “temporary phenomenon.” “But we have repeatedly said before that according to our forecasts fatigue from this conflict, fatigue from the completely absurd sponsorship of the Kyiv regime, will grow in various countries, including the United States,” said Peskov. He also defended Fico, saying it was “absurd” to label politicians who support their own country’s national interests as “pro-Russian”. (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. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Burger King is still operational in Russia after the owner of the brand pledged to exit the country more than a year ago.<o:p></o:p>

Restaurant Brands International (RBI), which is the owner of 15 per cent of the franchise business of the fast food outlet in Russia, said to the BBC that it had "no new updates to share at this time" on its exit. In March 2022, the firm said that the process of exiting Russia had started.<o:p></o:p>

Since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war, Western companies have been facing pressure to leave Russia. The RBI was accused by the critics of "sustaining Putin's regime" by not being able to ditch its stake in its Russian business.<o:p></o:p>

One of the largest fast-food restaurant companies in the world, RBI has cited its complicated franchise agreement for the obstacles it is facing in attempting to exit Russia. The agreement is a joint venture along with three other partners for around 800 restaurants.

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In March 2022, RBI's president David Shear said that the main operator of Burger King in Russia had "refused" to close the outlets after the first attacks on Ukraine.<o:p></o:p>

However, he said that the company had "started the process" so that it could dispose of its 15 per cent ownership stake and that this would take "some time".<o:p></o:p>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">18 months spent with little to no progress on pledge<o:p></o:p></h2>

Speaking about the progress achieved in 18 months on the pledge, the Canadian-American company’s spokesperson said that the firm had no updates.<o:p></o:p>

Steven Tian, a member of the team of researchers at Yale University, who has been tracking what the companies are doing in the wake of the Ukraine war, stated that using franchise agreements as an "excuse" was a "convenient smokescreen". He added that outlets, similar to Starbucks, had managed to terminate their agreement in the country and exit.<o:p></o:p>

"Saying they [RBI] want to leave but then dragging their feet is not the same as actually exiting Russia, and by continuing to do business in Russia 18 months into Putin's invasion of Ukraine, they are sustaining Putin's regime," he stated while speaking to BBC.

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The RBI’s spokesperson said that the company was not accepting supply chain support and new investment, and did not make any profits from Burger King in Russia since early 2022.<o:p></o:p>

Founder of the Moral Rating Agency Mark Dixon appealed to the RBI to make public the specific actions taken in its efforts to leave the country.<o:p></o:p>

"[The firm] should be willing to break its agreement... It needs to accept the legal risk of doing the right thing,” he said.

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Burger King is still operational in Russia after the owner of the brand pledged to exit the country more than a year ago. Restaurant Brands International (RBI), which is the owner of 15 per cent of the franchise business of the fast food outlet in Russia, said to the BBC that it had "no new updates to share at this time" on its exit.

Burger King is still operational in Russia after the owner of the brand pledged to exit the country more than a year ago. Restaurant Brands International (RBI), which is the owner of 15 per cent of the franchise business of the fast food outlet in Russia, said to the BBC that it had "no new updates to share at this time" on its exit. In March 2022, the firm said that the process of exiting Russia had started. Since the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine war, Western companies have been facing pressure to leave Russia. The RBI was accused by the critics of "sustaining Putin's regime" by not being able to ditch its stake in its Russian business. One of the largest fast-food restaurant companies in the world, RBI has cited its complicated franchise agreement for the obstacles it is facing in attempting to exit Russia. The agreement is a joint venture along with three other partners for around 800 restaurants. ALSO READ | After McDonald's, Burger King removes tomatoes from its food items in India In March 2022, RBI's president David Shear said that the main operator of Burger King in Russia had "refused" to close the outlets after the first attacks on Ukraine. However, he said that the company had "started the process" so that it could dispose of its 15 per cent ownership stake and that this would take "some time". 18 months spent with little to no progress on pledge Speaking about the progress achieved in 18 months on the pledge, the Canadian-American company’s spokesperson said that the firm had no updates. Steven Tian, a member of the team of researchers at Yale University, who has been tracking what the companies are doing in the wake of the Ukraine war, stated that using franchise agreements as an "excuse" was a "convenient smokescreen". He added that outlets, similar to Starbucks, had managed to terminate their agreement in the country and exit. "Saying they [RBI] want to leave but then dragging their feet is not the same as actually exiting Russia, and by continuing to do business in Russia 18 months into Putin's invasion of Ukraine, they are sustaining Putin's regime," he stated while speaking to BBC. WATCH | Gravitas: Burger King accused of false advertisements The RBI’s spokesperson said that the company was not accepting supply chain support and new investment, and did not make any profits from Burger King in Russia since early 2022. Founder of the Moral Rating Agency Mark Dixon appealed to the RBI to make public the specific actions taken in its efforts to leave the country. "[The firm] should be willing to break its agreement... It needs to accept the legal risk of doing the right thing,” he said. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Six more Caesar truck-mounted howitzers from Nexter will be sent to Ukraine to aid in the expulsion of Russian occupation soldiers. According to the French Ministry of Defense on X, since last year, Ukraine has already acquired 30 Caesars: 18 from France and 12 from the manufacturer Nexter.

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United States President Joe Biden, on Sunday (Oct 1), vowed support to Ukraine and said that Washington DC would not abandon Kyiv after US Congress passed a stopgap funding bill that omitted aid to Ukraine.

"I want to assure our American allies, the American people and the people in Ukraine that you can count on our support. We will not walk away," Biden said in an address from the White House.

Biden said that there was an "overwhelming sense of urgency" to get Congress to pass a new package of assistance to Ukraine in the days and weeks to come as it combats the Russian invasion.

The deal that was passed by Congress, on Saturday (Sep 30), to avoid a US government shutdown, contained no new war-time aid for Ukraine as part of a compromise between Republicans and Democrats.

Democrat Biden&nbsp;lambasted Republicans and pressed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to sidestep another shutdown spectacle when the 45-day stopgap deal, agreed on Saturday, runs out.

"I'm sick and tired of the brinksmanship," Biden said, speaking from the Roosevelt Room at the White House.

"The brinksmanship has to end. There shouldn't be another crisis."

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<h2>UK PM Sunak says no plan 'here and now' to send military instructors to Ukraine</h2>

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday (Oct 1) shot down the plan by British defence minister Grant Shapps who said that the government of Britain will be deploying military instructors in Ukraine, saying that it is not for the “here and now”.

Sunak said he wanted to be "absolutely clear" about the situation after "some misreporting" and said that Britain has been training Ukrainian citizens and soldiers for a long time within the UK.&nbsp;

"What the Defence Secretary was saying was that it might well be possible one day in the future for us to do some of that training in Ukraine," said Sunak.&nbsp;

He added, "But that's something for the long term, not the here and now, there are no British soldiers that will be sent to fight in the current conflict; that's not what's happening. What we are doing is training Ukrainians; we're doing that here in the UK."

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United States President Joe Biden, on Sunday (Oct 1), vowed support to Ukraine and said that Washington DC would not abandon Kyiv after US Congress passed a stopgap funding bill that omitted aid to Ukraine.

United States President Joe Biden, on Sunday (Oct 1), vowed support to Ukraine and said that Washington DC would not abandon Kyiv after US Congress passed a stopgap funding bill that omitted aid to Ukraine. "I want to assure our American allies, the American people and the people in Ukraine that you can count on our support. We will not walk away," Biden said in an address from the White House. Biden said that there was an "overwhelming sense of urgency" to get Congress to pass a new package of assistance to Ukraine in the days and weeks to come as it combats the Russian invasion. The deal that was passed by Congress, on Saturday (Sep 30), to avoid a US government shutdown, contained no new war-time aid for Ukraine as part of a compromise between Republicans and Democrats. Democrat Biden lambasted Republicans and pressed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to sidestep another shutdown spectacle when the 45-day stopgap deal, agreed on Saturday, runs out. "I'm sick and tired of the brinksmanship," Biden said, speaking from the Roosevelt Room at the White House. "The brinksmanship has to end. There shouldn't be another crisis." Also read: Kevin McCarthy's Speakership teeters on brink, GOP hardliners furious over stopgap funding bill UK PM Sunak says no plan 'here and now' to send military instructors to Ukraine UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Sunday (Oct 1) shot down the plan by British defence minister Grant Shapps who said that the government of Britain will be deploying military instructors in Ukraine, saying that it is not for the “here and now”. Sunak said he wanted to be "absolutely clear" about the situation after "some misreporting" and said that Britain has been training Ukrainian citizens and soldiers for a long time within the UK. "What the Defence Secretary was saying was that it might well be possible one day in the future for us to do some of that training in Ukraine," said Sunak. He added, "But that's something for the long term, not the here and now, there are no British soldiers that will be sent to fight in the current conflict; that's not what's happening. What we are doing is training Ukrainians; we're doing that here in the UK." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Vahram Stepanyan, the Fund's country representative in Ukraine, announced on Sunday that the organization will start meeting with government representatives and other stakeholders there on Sunday to talk about policy objectives and difficulties.

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There are no immediate plans to deploy military instructors to Ukraine, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Sunday, rowing back from comments by his defence minister who had suggested troops could carry out training in the country.

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The Ukrainian parliament and its speaker on Monday (Oct 2) taunted billionaire Elon Musk after he posted a meme on social media apparently mocking President Volodymyr Zelensky's efforts for Western aid for its war with Russia.

Musk posted the meme in early hours of Monday (Indian time) on X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform he owns. The template of the meme has been taken from an already famous one, but a photo of anguished-looking Zelensky is superimposed on the body of the boy in the original meme. The boy carries similar expressions in the original meme.

"When its been 5 minutes and you haven't asked for a billion dollars in aid" reads the text in the image. Zelensky has not been mentioned by name in the text.

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Ruslan Stefanchuk, the speaker or Ukrainian parliament, lashed out at Musk in his own post on X.

"The case when ...(Elon Musk) tried to conquer space, but something went wrong and in 5 minutes he was up to his eyeballs in s***," reads the post in an apparent reference to SpaceX's failed rocket launch in April.

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Musk owns SpaceX, the Starlink satellite communication service of which is of vital importance for Ukraine military as it fights Russian forces. However, Musk and Ukrainian officials have sparred on social media in past, often after some comment from the billionaire.

In addition to Stefanchuk's post from his personal account, a rebuff has come from Ukrainian parliament's official page on X as well. The post accuseses Musk of spreading Russian propaganda.

"When it's been 5 minutes and you haven't spread Russian propaganda," reads the text.

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Mykhailo Podolyak, a Ukrainian presidential adviser, shot back at Musk as well

"Unfortunately, not everyone and not always, while being significant media figures, but being thousands of kilometres away from the war's epicenter, is able to realize what the daily bombardments and cries of children losing their parents are," he posted on X.

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Musk has earlier faced flak from Ukrainian officials for suggesting that Ukraine should consider giving up land to Russia for peace. Ukraine has staunchly rejected such a possibility.

Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. After initial success, it was soon clear to the Russian forces that fall of Ukraine would not be a matter of week as was anticipated earlier.

The Western countries-led by the US have poured in billions of dollars in humanitarian as well as military aid in Ukraine. The West has also sent weapons to better arm the Ukrainian forces.

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The Ukrainian parliament and its speaker on Monday (Oct 2) taunted billionaire Elon Musk after he posted a meme on social media apparently mocking President Volodymyr Zelensky's efforts for Western aid for its war with Russia.

The Ukrainian parliament and its speaker on Monday (Oct 2) taunted billionaire Elon Musk after he posted a meme on social media apparently mocking President Volodymyr Zelensky's efforts for Western aid for its war with Russia. Musk posted the meme in early hours of Monday (Indian time) on X (formerly Twitter), the social media platform he owns. The template of the meme has been taken from an already famous one, but a photo of anguished-looking Zelensky is superimposed on the body of the boy in the original meme. The boy carries similar expressions in the original meme. "When its been 5 minutes and you haven't asked for a billion dollars in aid" reads the text in the image. Zelensky has not been mentioned by name in the text. pic.twitter.com/W9i9YEM8uA — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 1, 2023 × Ruslan Stefanchuk, the speaker or Ukrainian parliament, lashed out at Musk in his own post on X. "The case when ...(Elon Musk) tried to conquer space, but something went wrong and in 5 minutes he was up to his eyeballs in s***," reads the post in an apparent reference to SpaceX's failed rocket launch in April. The case when a dude @elonmusk tried to conquer space, but something went wrong and in 5 minutes he was up to his eyeballs in shit. https://t.co/4SW9dJNJvt — Ruslan Stefanchuk (@r_stefanchuk) October 2, 2023 × Musk owns SpaceX, the Starlink satellite communication service of which is of vital importance for Ukraine military as it fights Russian forces. However, Musk and Ukrainian officials have sparred on social media in past, often after some comment from the billionaire. In addition to Stefanchuk's post from his personal account, a rebuff has come from Ukrainian parliament's official page on X as well. The post accuseses Musk of spreading Russian propaganda. "When it's been 5 minutes and you haven't spread Russian propaganda," reads the text. pic.twitter.com/QlqUhjvQg2 — Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine - Ukrainian Parliament (@ua_parliament) October 2, 2023 × Mykhailo Podolyak, a Ukrainian presidential adviser, shot back at Musk as well "Unfortunately, not everyone and not always, while being significant media figures, but being thousands of kilometres away from the war's epicenter, is able to realize what the daily bombardments and cries of children losing their parents are," he posted on X. Any support for Russia today is a direct investment in war, genocide, destruction of the free world, escalation and the right to impunity. Any silence or irony towards Ukraine today is a direct encouragement of Russian propaganda that justifies mass violence and destruction.… — Михайло Подоляк (@Podolyak_M) October 2, 2023 × Musk has earlier faced flak from Ukrainian officials for suggesting that Ukraine should consider giving up land to Russia for peace. Ukraine has staunchly rejected such a possibility. Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. After initial success, it was soon clear to the Russian forces that fall of Ukraine would not be a matter of week as was anticipated earlier. The Western countries-led by the US have poured in billions of dollars in humanitarian as well as military aid in Ukraine. The West has also sent weapons to better arm the Ukrainian forces. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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