All sportspersons suffer injuries but a spinal injury can be life-altering. The Red Bull Wings for Life Run on May 7 will raise funds for spinal injury research. The event's International Sports Director and Athletics legend Colin Jackson explains why this unique race is special. Jackson also spoke to Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo about the looming possibility of an Olympic boycott due to the invasion of Ukraine and the problems ailing his sport.

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A horrific beheading video has emerged from the Russia Ukraine War. It allegedly shows a Ukrainian prisoner of war being beheaded. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Horrific beheading video emerges from Russia-Ukraine war

<p>Russia is taking steps towards introducing electronic military draft papers for the first time in its history with an aim to make it harder for people to dodge being drafted into the military. On Tuesday (April 11), the lower house of Russian parliament backed the legislation.</p>

<p>Though Russian officials maintain that there were currently no plans to compel more men to fight in Ukraine, Putin-led government is perfecting a system it has used to boost numbers of its military personnel in Ukraine. According to Western officials, Russian armed forces have suffered tens of thousands of casualties in the Ukraine conflict till now.</p>

<p>The new draft regime will close numerous loopholes exploited by draft dodgers and give Russia the organisational infrastructure to carry out a much more thorough and wider mobilisation campaign if and when it decides to do so.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Kyiv accuses Russia of war crimes after video appears to show Ukrainian POW's beheading</strong></p>

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<p>Russia's regular conscription campaigns would come under the new rules as well. These campaigns take place twice a year for men aged 18 to 27.</p>

<p>The State Duma, the lower chamber, approved the necessary legislation in two separate votes at lightning speed on Tuesday with near unanimity.</p>

<p>There were complaints from some lawmakers that changes in the rules were rushed through without enough time for scrutiny.</p>

<p>The changes still need to be approved by the upper house of parliament - which is also expected to vote in its favour by a large margin - and by President Vladimir Putin, before they take effect. Both steps are expected in the coming days.</p>

<p>Russia says it mobilised just over 300,000 men last year to help it prosecute what it calls its "special military operation" in Ukraine, but is now focused on trying to recruit professional volunteer soldiers via an advertising campaign.</p>

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Russia is taking steps towards introducing electronic military draft papers for the first time in its history with an aim to make it harder for people to dodge being drafted into the military. On Tuesday (April 11), the lower house of Russian parliament backed the legislation. Though Russian officials maintain that there were currently no plans to compel more men to fight in Ukraine, Putin-led government is perfecting a system it has used to boost numbers of its military personnel in Ukraine. According to Western officials, Russian armed forces have suffered tens of thousands of casualties in the Ukraine conflict till now. The new draft regime will close numerous loopholes exploited by draft dodgers and give Russia the organisational infrastructure to carry out a much more thorough and wider mobilisation campaign if and when it decides to do so. Watch | Kyiv accuses Russia of war crimes after video appears to show Ukrainian POW's beheading × Russia's regular conscription campaigns would come under the new rules as well. These campaigns take place twice a year for men aged 18 to 27. The State Duma, the lower chamber, approved the necessary legislation in two separate votes at lightning speed on Tuesday with near unanimity. There were complaints from some lawmakers that changes in the rules were rushed through without enough time for scrutiny. The changes still need to be approved by the upper house of parliament - which is also expected to vote in its favour by a large margin - and by President Vladimir Putin, before they take effect. Both steps are expected in the coming days. Russia says it mobilised just over 300,000 men last year to help it prosecute what it calls its "special military operation" in Ukraine, but is now focused on trying to recruit professional volunteer soldiers via an advertising campaign. (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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Ukraine has asked for more humanitarian aid from India. Zelensky has also offered aid in return. Will India invest in Ukraine while it's at war? Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Zelensky writes letter of help to India

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has caused the greatest humanitarian crisis. Thousands of lives have been lost and millions of livelihoods have been disrupted. The prospects of an end to this prolonged war are uncertain. The nations stepped up to provide financial and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. One year in, amid the ongoing destruction, the aid required to battle Russia continues to rise. To help Ukraine in its tough time, Britain is ready to provide an extra $500 million in loan guarantees.

Why has UK confirmed further $500 million in loan guarantees for Ukraine?

Ukraine and Russia traded barbs on Wednesday over how much Kremlin's forces control the city of Bakhmut, for months the focal point of Moscow's bid to advance through eastern Ukraine.

Kyiv denies Wagner Bakhmut claim, Russia says forces advancing

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<p>The United States on Wednesday increased the ambit of sanctions imposed on Russian oligarchs and related entities for supporting Moscow’s invasion of ukraine. The US Treasury and State departments ticked off nearly 120 targets to squeeze Russia for its ongoing war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russian billionaire businessman Alisher Usmanov was one of the main targets in the new list. It is believed that&nbsp;Usmanov is extremely close to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian president.</p>

<p>The Treasury Department accused him of having a "wide network of businesses in financial safe havens and family members through which to conduct financial transactions, enabling him to potentially circumvent sanctions".&nbsp;</p>

<p>USM Holdings, Miramonte Investments, Savoler Development and Windfall Properties amongst others were the companies targeted by the department.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Megafon, one of Russia's big four telecoms operators has also been named on the list. Up until now, the US had stopped short of sanctioning Russia's telecom infrastructure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As the Kremlin seeks ways around the expansive multilateral sanctions and export controls imposed on Russia for its war against Ukraine, the United States and our allies and partners will continue to disrupt evasion schemes that support Putin on the battlefield," said US Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Firms in ally nations targetted&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Additionally, Cyprus-based "financial fixers" who helped Usmanov as well as fellow Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich were also made privy to the fresh sanctions.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Firms in Hong Kong, Turkey and the UAE which have been allegedly selling drones and other electronic gadgets to the Russian defence sector were also slapped with sanctions.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-announces-new-sanctions-targeting-russian-banks-defence-industry-semiconductor-access-565534" target="_blank"><strong>ALSO READ | US announces new sanctions on Russian banks, defence sector, blocks semiconductor access</strong></a></p>

<p>Experts stated that sanctioning Turkish and UAE firms suggested that even partner nations were not immune from US action if they attempted to support Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The US Treasury in a statement added that Budapest-based International Investment Bank (IIB) which has majority-Russian ownership was also brought under the sanctions list.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"IIB's presence in Budapest enables Russia to increase its intelligence presence in Europe, opens the door for the Kremlin’s malign influence activities in Central Europe and the Western Balkans, and could serve as a mechanism for corruption and illicit finance, including sanctions violations," it said.</p>

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<p>Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine last year, the US has actively imposed sanctions on Russian companies as well as oligarchs. It has also urged countries across to impose sanctions and stop any financial dealing with Moscow.</p>

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The United States on Wednesday increased the ambit of sanctions imposed on Russian oligarchs and related entities for supporting Moscow’s invasion of ukraine. The US Treasury and State departments ticked off nearly 120 targets to squeeze Russia for its ongoing war with Ukraine. Russian billionaire businessman Alisher Usmanov was one of the main targets in the new list. It is believed that Usmanov is extremely close to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev, the former Russian president. The Treasury Department accused him of having a "wide network of businesses in financial safe havens and family members through which to conduct financial transactions, enabling him to potentially circumvent sanctions". USM Holdings, Miramonte Investments, Savoler Development and Windfall Properties amongst others were the companies targeted by the department. Megafon, one of Russia's big four telecoms operators has also been named on the list. Up until now, the US had stopped short of sanctioning Russia's telecom infrastructure. "As the Kremlin seeks ways around the expansive multilateral sanctions and export controls imposed on Russia for its war against Ukraine, the United States and our allies and partners will continue to disrupt evasion schemes that support Putin on the battlefield," said US Treasury Under Secretary Brian Nelson. Firms in ally nations targetted Additionally, Cyprus-based "financial fixers" who helped Usmanov as well as fellow Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich were also made privy to the fresh sanctions. Firms in Hong Kong, Turkey and the UAE which have been allegedly selling drones and other electronic gadgets to the Russian defence sector were also slapped with sanctions. ALSO READ | US announces new sanctions on Russian banks, defence sector, blocks semiconductor access Experts stated that sanctioning Turkish and UAE firms suggested that even partner nations were not immune from US action if they attempted to support Russia. The US Treasury in a statement added that Budapest-based International Investment Bank (IIB) which has majority-Russian ownership was also brought under the sanctions list. "IIB's presence in Budapest enables Russia to increase its intelligence presence in Europe, opens the door for the Kremlin’s malign influence activities in Central Europe and the Western Balkans, and could serve as a mechanism for corruption and illicit finance, including sanctions violations," it said. WATCH | US releases new Russia sanctions list, top energy, telecom firm prime target in list × Ever since Russia invaded Ukraine last year, the US has actively imposed sanctions on Russian companies as well as oligarchs. It has also urged countries across to impose sanctions and stop any financial dealing with Moscow. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The World Bank on Wednesday (April 12) announced a grant of $200 million for repairing Ukraine's energy infrastructure. In a statement, the World Bank said that Russia damaged over 50% of Ukraine's power infrastructure in attacks on its neighbour over the autumn and winter months. The statement added that Ukraine's east, where fighting is fiercest, has been particularly hard hit.</p>

<p>The World Bank added that the funds were provided by the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction and Reform Trust Fund (URTF), with a goal of up to $300 million in additional funding from partners "as the project expands its scope."</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/imf-board-approves-156-billion-loan-for-war-torn-ukraine-577840">IMF board approves $15.6 billion loan for war-torn Ukraine</a></strong></p>

<p>Anna Bjerde, the World Bank Managing Director of Operations, said on Wednesday that energy infrastructure suffered $11 billion in damages over the last year and was one of the areas where Ukraine needed urgent support.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This announcement by the World Bank comes ahead of the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). During the event, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked partners via video link for their support and urged further backing.</p>

<p>"By rebuilding what has been ruined, we defeat the goal of terror, we return the normal life," President Zelensky said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On March 31, the IMF announced that it had approved a $15.6 billion support package for Ukraine, forming the fund's portion of a $115 billion overall support package.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A recent study by the World Bank, the United Nations (UN), the European Commission, and Ukraine said that the war-torn country would need an estimated $411 billion for recovery and reconstruction.&nbsp;</p>

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The World Bank on Wednesday (April 12) announced a grant of $200 million for repairing Ukraine's energy infrastructure. In a statement, the World Bank said that Russia damaged over 50% of Ukraine's power infrastructure in attacks on its neighbour over the autumn and winter months. The statement added that Ukraine's east, where fighting is fiercest, has been particularly hard hit. The World Bank added that the funds were provided by the Ukraine Relief, Recovery, Reconstruction and Reform Trust Fund (URTF), with a goal of up to $300 million in additional funding from partners "as the project expands its scope." ALSO READ | IMF board approves $15.6 billion loan for war-torn Ukraine Anna Bjerde, the World Bank Managing Director of Operations, said on Wednesday that energy infrastructure suffered $11 billion in damages over the last year and was one of the areas where Ukraine needed urgent support. This announcement by the World Bank comes ahead of the spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). During the event, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked partners via video link for their support and urged further backing. "By rebuilding what has been ruined, we defeat the goal of terror, we return the normal life," President Zelensky said. On March 31, the IMF announced that it had approved a $15.6 billion support package for Ukraine, forming the fund's portion of a $115 billion overall support package. A recent study by the World Bank, the United Nations (UN), the European Commission, and Ukraine said that the war-torn country would need an estimated $411 billion for recovery and reconstruction. The sum is an increase on the $349 billion estimated in September last year and is likely to only grow as the war continues. 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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A horrific video has triggered international outcry as it claims to show Russians beheading a Ukrainian Prisoner of War (PoW). The video lasts around one minute and 40 seconds. It shows a masked man in camouflaged decapitating another man in a uniform.

Russia Ukraine War: Ukrainian Prisoner of War allegedly beheaded on camera, video surfaces online

Gravitas: Horrific beheading video emerges from Russia Ukraine war

Fighting in eastern Ukraine has been raging on for months now. Several cities in the region are under Russian airstrikes and artillery attacks. Ukrainian forces who have repelled several of these attacks say that Russia is bent on taking control of Bakhmut.

Russia Ukraine War: Both sides endure heavy casualties, Bakhmut remains focal point

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<p>Head of Russia's Wagner mercenary group Yevgeny Prigozhin on Tuesday said that the forces have captured more than 80 per cent of Bakhmut, the war-torn eastern city of Ukraine, after some of the bloodiest fighting.</p>

<p>The claims were not addressed directly by some senior Ukrainian military officials, however, they said that their forces have been holding firm against Russia's fierce attacks on the city, which once was populated by 70,000 people, and keeping the Russian forces in check.</p>

<p>For months, Russia's Wagner fighters have been making efforts to capture Bakhmut. The constant artillery barrages and grinding trench warfare have been compared to World War 1 because of the huge casualties inflicted on the two sides.</p>

<p>Prigozhin said that the Wagner's forces, who had a major role to play in Russian advances in the east, were constantly pressing on their forces' encirclement of Bakhmut.</p>

<p>"In Bakhmut, the larger part, more than 80% is now under our control, including the whole administrative centre, factories, warehouses, the administration of the city," he stated in a video shared by a Russian military blogger.</p>

<p>The Russian-installed head of the Donetsk region Denis Pushilin said that Ukrainian defenders were backed by the Russian forces into a corner.</p>

<p>Donetsk was among the four areas which Russia had declared to have annexed last September.</p>

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<p>"In the western areas where their units are dug in, they have no choice other than coming forward and giving themselves up," Denis Pushilin was quoted as telling state television by the Russian news agencies.</p>

<p>Ukraine's Eastern Military Command spokesperson Serhiy Cherevatyi said that the situation in Bakhmut has remained under control, adding that Kyiv won't allow the Russian army to encircle its troops.</p>

<p>Deputy Ukrainian Defence Minister Hanna Malyar accepted that Bakhmut "took the main hit" in intense fighting. However, Russian forces, she stated, "are generally losing to us in street battles so they are simply destroying all buildings and structures".</p>

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<p>Kyiv said that it requires more and better quality Western weapons to defeat Russia, as the senior Ukrainian officials emphasised on persuading the allies to open up stockpiles.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba tweeted that US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has already given assurance of "ironclad" US support.</p>

<p>Prigozhin has previously claimed about Russia gaining control over the mining city which turned out to be premature, but Ukraine accepts that the situation in "fortress Bakhmut" is now very difficult.&nbsp;</p>

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Head of Russia's Wagner mercenary group Yevgeny Prigozhin on Tuesday said that the forces have captured more than 80 per cent of Bakhmut, the war-torn eastern city of Ukraine, after some of the bloodiest fighting. The claims were not addressed directly by some senior Ukrainian military officials, however, they said that their forces have been holding firm against Russia's fierce attacks on the city, which once was populated by 70,000 people, and keeping the Russian forces in check. For months, Russia's Wagner fighters have been making efforts to capture Bakhmut. The constant artillery barrages and grinding trench warfare have been compared to World War 1 because of the huge casualties inflicted on the two sides. Prigozhin said that the Wagner's forces, who had a major role to play in Russian advances in the east, were constantly pressing on their forces' encirclement of Bakhmut. "In Bakhmut, the larger part, more than 80% is now under our control, including the whole administrative centre, factories, warehouses, the administration of the city," he stated in a video shared by a Russian military blogger. The Russian-installed head of the Donetsk region Denis Pushilin said that Ukrainian defenders were backed by the Russian forces into a corner. Donetsk was among the four areas which Russia had declared to have annexed last September. ALSO READ | Conflicting accounts emerge from Bakhmut battleground; Ukraine says Russia using 'scorched-earth' tactic "In the western areas where their units are dug in, they have no choice other than coming forward and giving themselves up," Denis Pushilin was quoted as telling state television by the Russian news agencies. Ukraine's Eastern Military Command spokesperson Serhiy Cherevatyi said that the situation in Bakhmut has remained under control, adding that Kyiv won't allow the Russian army to encircle its troops. Deputy Ukrainian Defence Minister Hanna Malyar accepted that Bakhmut "took the main hit" in intense fighting. However, Russian forces, she stated, "are generally losing to us in street battles so they are simply destroying all buildings and structures". WATCH | Russia Ukraine War: Ukrainian troops to withdraw from Bakhmut? | World News | WION Kyiv said that it requires more and better quality Western weapons to defeat Russia, as the senior Ukrainian officials emphasised on persuading the allies to open up stockpiles. On Tuesday, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba tweeted that US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has already given assurance of "ironclad" US support. Prigozhin has previously claimed about Russia gaining control over the mining city which turned out to be premature, but Ukraine accepts that the situation in "fortress Bakhmut" is now very difficult. (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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A video allegedly showing a Ukrainian prisoner of war being beheaded has surfaced on social media and is garnering reactions from across the world. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky slammed Russian "beasts" for the video and vowed justice for his country.

Kyiv accuses Russia of war crimes after video appears to show Ukrainian POW's beheading

Leaked US military documents indicate that the UK has deployed as many as 50 special forces to Ukraine. The UK government has not disclosed since the beginning of the war that special forces have been active in Ukraine.

US documents leak reveals 50 UK special forces 'operating in Ukraine'

50 UK special forces present in Ukraine, leaked US documents claim

The Russia-Ukraine war became a geo-political perennial issue. Nearly a year since Russian forces rolled into Ukraine, there are no real signs of a way out of the conflict. Both sides accuse each other for the worsening situation. Recently, Kyiv alleged that Russia is using so-called "scorched earth" tactic in its assault on Bakhmut.

Ukraine: Russia using 'scorched-earth' tactic. Know all about it here

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written a letter to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The said letter was handed over by&nbsp;Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzheppar during her meeting with the Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakshi Lekhi on Tuesday in New Delhi.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the letter saying Ukraine requested additional humanitarian supplies including medicines and medical equipment as the war&nbsp;lingered on.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Besides holding discussion on a wide range of bilateral and international issues of mutual interest, she handed over a letter from President Zelenskyy, addressed to Prime Minister Modi," read the statement by MEA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The Ukrainian Deputy FM also proposed that rebuilding infrastructure in Ukraine could be an opportunity for Indian companies,” the statement added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/indian-pm-modi-speaks-to-ukraine-president-zelensky-459763"><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Indian PM Modi speaks to Ukraine President Zelensky</strong></a></p>

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<p>This was Dzheppar's first visit to India since Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year. It was the culmination of her three-day visit to India and the letter is an attempt to win some favour from the Indian side which is due to host the G7 summit later this year.</p>

<p>Notably, the letter sought Zelensky's participation&nbsp;in the September summit as well with the Indian side keeping mum on the issue so far.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think India is a global player. It is really a 'Vishwaguru' of the world. We are feeling the pain by actually fighting for the values. This is about justice... Rusia is questioning the very existence of my country. In our history of 1,500 years, Ukraine never attacked any country," said&nbsp;Dzheppar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lekhi also took to her Twitter account to post about the visit saying,&nbsp;"Pleased to meet Ukrainian First Dy FM Emine Dzheppar. Exchanged views on bilateral &amp; global issues of mutual interest. Cultural ties &amp; women empowerment also figured in the discussion. Ukraine was assured of enhanced humanitarian assistance."</p>

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<p>Since the war broke out, PM Modi has spoken to Zelensky as well as Russian President Vladimir Putin on multiple occasions, reiterating that this is not the 'era of war'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year in&nbsp;December, Zelensky rang up Modi and congratulated India for the G20 presidency.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I had a phone call with @PMOIndia Narendra Modi and wished a successful #G20 presidency. It was on this platform that I announced the peace formula and now I count on India's participation in its implementation. I also thanked for humanitarian aid and support in the UN." tweeted Zelensky at the time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Indian government released an official statement expressing that the two leaders discussed opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, PM Modi requested Ukraine authorities to facilitate arrangements for the continued education of Indian students who had to return from Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written a letter to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The said letter was handed over by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzheppar during her meeting with the Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakshi Lekhi on Tuesday in New Delhi.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has written a letter to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The said letter was handed over by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzheppar during her meeting with the Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakshi Lekhi on Tuesday in New Delhi. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed the letter saying Ukraine requested additional humanitarian supplies including medicines and medical equipment as the war lingered on. "Besides holding discussion on a wide range of bilateral and international issues of mutual interest, she handed over a letter from President Zelenskyy, addressed to Prime Minister Modi," read the statement by MEA. “The Ukrainian Deputy FM also proposed that rebuilding infrastructure in Ukraine could be an opportunity for Indian companies,” the statement added. WATCH | Indian PM Modi speaks to Ukraine President Zelensky × This was Dzheppar's first visit to India since Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year. It was the culmination of her three-day visit to India and the letter is an attempt to win some favour from the Indian side which is due to host the G7 summit later this year. Notably, the letter sought Zelensky's participation in the September summit as well with the Indian side keeping mum on the issue so far. "I think India is a global player. It is really a 'Vishwaguru' of the world. We are feeling the pain by actually fighting for the values. This is about justice... Rusia is questioning the very existence of my country. In our history of 1,500 years, Ukraine never attacked any country," said Dzheppar. Lekhi also took to her Twitter account to post about the visit saying, "Pleased to meet Ukrainian First Dy FM Emine Dzheppar. Exchanged views on bilateral & global issues of mutual interest. Cultural ties & women empowerment also figured in the discussion. Ukraine was assured of enhanced humanitarian assistance." Not a time for War- PM @narendramodi Pleased to meet Ukrainian First Dy FM @EmineDzheppar. Exchanged views on bilateral & global issues of mutual interest. Cultural ties & women empowerment also figured in the discussion. Ukraine was assured of enhanced humanitarian assistance. pic.twitter.com/YmzQ6o7LbG — Meenakashi Lekhi (@M_Lekhi) April 11, 2023 × Since the war broke out, PM Modi has spoken to Zelensky as well as Russian President Vladimir Putin on multiple occasions, reiterating that this is not the 'era of war'. Last year in December, Zelensky rang up Modi and congratulated India for the G20 presidency. "I had a phone call with @PMOIndia Narendra Modi and wished a successful #G20 presidency. It was on this platform that I announced the peace formula and now I count on India's participation in its implementation. I also thanked for humanitarian aid and support in the UN." tweeted Zelensky at the time. ALSO READ | Ukraine's president speaks to Indian PM Modi over phone, seeks help with 'peace formula' The Indian government released an official statement expressing that the two leaders discussed opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, PM Modi requested Ukraine authorities to facilitate arrangements for the continued education of Indian students who had to return from Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Hackers in Ukraine said on Monday (April 10) that they had broken into e-mails of a senior Russian military spy wanted by the FBI in connection with hacking into the Hillary Clinton campaign ahead of Donald Trump's election to presidency in 2016.</p>

<p>The hacker group, calling itself Cyber Resistance announced on Telegram that it had stolen correspondence from Lt Col Sergey Morgachev.</p>

<p>Sergey Morgachev was charged in 2018 with helping organise hack and leak of emails from Democratic National Committee (DNC) and campaign of Hillary Clinton.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Ukraine’s air defences could soon run out of missiles, apparent Pentagon leak suggests</strong></p>

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<p>Reuters quoted Stefan Soesanto, a researcher at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, who said that the leak "looks pretty credible". Soesanto has studied Ukrainian hacking groups.</p>

<p>InformNapalm said in an article about the breach that it confirmed Morgachev's identity by checking personnel files and CVs stolen by the hackers.</p>

<p>On its website, InformNapalm calls itself a volunteer initiative and that its core mission is to "inform the world about the real role of the Russian government in ongoing hybrid conflicts in Ukraine,..."</p>

<p>No immediate reaction from Morgachev was reported.</p>

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Hackers in Ukraine said on Monday (April 10) that they had broken into e-mails of a senior Russian military spy wanted by the FBI in connection with hacking into the Hillary Clinton campaign ahead of Donald Trump's election to presidency in 2016.

Hackers in Ukraine said on Monday (April 10) that they had broken into e-mails of a senior Russian military spy wanted by the FBI in connection with hacking into the Hillary Clinton campaign ahead of Donald Trump's election to presidency in 2016. The hacker group, calling itself Cyber Resistance announced on Telegram that it had stolen correspondence from Lt Col Sergey Morgachev. Sergey Morgachev was charged in 2018 with helping organise hack and leak of emails from Democratic National Committee (DNC) and campaign of Hillary Clinton. Watch | Ukraine’s air defences could soon run out of missiles, apparent Pentagon leak suggests × Reuters quoted Stefan Soesanto, a researcher at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, who said that the leak "looks pretty credible". Soesanto has studied Ukrainian hacking groups. InformNapalm said in an article about the breach that it confirmed Morgachev's identity by checking personnel files and CVs stolen by the hackers. On its website, InformNapalm calls itself a volunteer initiative and that its core mission is to "inform the world about the real role of the Russian government in ongoing hybrid conflicts in Ukraine,..." No immediate reaction from Morgachev was reported. (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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Ukraine’s air defences risk running out of missiles and ammunition within weeks, an apparent leak of Pentagon documents dating from February suggests, as US defence officials raced to trace how the files became public.

Ukraine’s air defences could soon run out of missiles, apparent Pentagon leak suggests

Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova, who is currently in India, met with MoS Meenakshi Lekhi. Earlier today, she also held a crucial meeting with the officials of India and the EU.

Ukraine's first Deputy FM Emine Dzhaparova meets Indian MoS Meenakshi Lekhi

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The Department of Justice has launched an inquiry into the recent social media postings of what appears to be a large number of US intelligence documents. The probe takes place as further records that span everything from US help for Ukraine to details about important US allies like Israel surface on Friday, increasing the ramifications of the already concerning leaks. Following social media posts of what appeared to be sensitive information on the war in Ukraine, the Pentagon announced on Thursday that it was investigating the situation.

Pentagon Intel Leak: Ukrainian air defence in peril

Pentagon Intel Leak: 'Leaked' documents reveal US spying on Russia's war in Ukraine

<p>A British surveillance plane was on the verge of being shot down by a Russian fighter jet last year, &nbsp;as per leaked Pentagon documents which propelled US officials to spy on its allies and adversaries in a bid to find where things went southwards. &nbsp;</p>

<p>According to The Washington Post, one of the leaked documents mention a "near shoot-down of UK RJ," a United Kingdom reconnaissance aircraft. RJ signifies to RC-135 reconnaissance planes. They are also known by the name "Rivet Joints."</p>

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<p>As per reports, the nearly-missed incident took place on 29 September last year. The British plane was flying off the Crimean coast. The aircraft was a usual spy one which is used to gather electronic messages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The information in the leaked document suggests that UK RJ was nearly taken down by a missile shot by a Russian Sukhoi Su-27 fighter jet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is a significant leak. In case Russia had indeed taken out the British plane it would have dragged United States and its NATO partners into the Ukraine war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is important to note that UK is already aware of this as was disclosed by country's defence minister last year but there is a difference in what he said and what the leaked documents indicate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The incident was reported to the British Parliament by UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace in October. At the time he said, two Russian fighter planes had intercepted the RC-135 and were flying "recklessly."</p>

<p>However, the point here is that Wallace did not mention that the conflict almost resulted in a shootdown. He only mentioned that a Russian fighter "launched a missile" at the moment. Wallace cited a "technical fault" as the cause of the missile launch.</p>

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<p>The other significant disclosure made in the leaked Pentagon documents from February were depleting Ukraine air defenses, something which may spell trouble for the European country fighting the war for over a&nbsp;year now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per reports, Ukraine’s air defenses are at risk of running out of missiles and ammunition within weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A document from 23 February which was marked "secret" describes in detail how Ukraine's S-300 air defense systems from the Soviet period will be exhausted by 2 May if consumption continues at the current rate. However, there is no clarity how Ukraine's air defenses stand as of now or whether the utilisation rate has altered since then.</p>

<p>Many classified documents with "secret" information of US and NATO preparations to boost the Ukrainian army in preparation for an imminent Russian attack were leaked online.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Biden administration started an investigation into the papers. However, as per reports, they already made their way around on Twitter and Telegram and have raised severe concerns about security breaches.</p>

<p>“We are aware of the reports of social media posts and the department is reviewing the matter,” Sabrina Singh, the deputy press secretary at the Pentagon told the Times.</p>

<p>The other details of the leak, which allegedly took place from Pentagon, nine of the 12 Ukrainian combat brigades were reportedly being trained by US and NATO forces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the leaked papers, 250 tanks and more than 350 mechanised vehicles are required to repel the Russian army.&nbsp;Meanwhile, as the war prolongs, Moscow said it&nbsp;is prepared for a ceasefire in Ukraine at any moment&nbsp;but the possibility is "unrealistic" if Kyiv and the West insist on Russia's military defeat.</p>

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A British surveillance plane was on the verge of being shot down by a Russian fighter jet last year, as per leaked Pentagon documents which propelled US officials to spy on its allies and adversaries in a bid to find where things went southwards.

A British surveillance plane was on the verge of being shot down by a Russian fighter jet last year, as per leaked Pentagon documents which propelled US officials to spy on its allies and adversaries in a bid to find where things went southwards. According to The Washington Post, one of the leaked documents mention a "near shoot-down of UK RJ," a United Kingdom reconnaissance aircraft. RJ signifies to RC-135 reconnaissance planes. They are also known by the name "Rivet Joints." Also Read | 'Is there a medicine to stop this...?' Indian activist Anjali Gopalan shares internal battles homosexuals fight As per reports, the nearly-missed incident took place on 29 September last year. The British plane was flying off the Crimean coast. The aircraft was a usual spy one which is used to gather electronic messages. The information in the leaked document suggests that UK RJ was nearly taken down by a missile shot by a Russian Sukhoi Su-27 fighter jet. This is a significant leak. In case Russia had indeed taken out the British plane it would have dragged United States and its NATO partners into the Ukraine war. It is important to note that UK is already aware of this as was disclosed by country's defence minister last year but there is a difference in what he said and what the leaked documents indicate. The incident was reported to the British Parliament by UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace in October. At the time he said, two Russian fighter planes had intercepted the RC-135 and were flying "recklessly." However, the point here is that Wallace did not mention that the conflict almost resulted in a shootdown. He only mentioned that a Russian fighter "launched a missile" at the moment. Wallace cited a "technical fault" as the cause of the missile launch. Also Read | Massive fire engulfs Faith Lutheran Church in Cambridge after Easter service The other significant disclosure made in the leaked Pentagon documents from February were depleting Ukraine air defenses, something which may spell trouble for the European country fighting the war for over a year now. As per reports, Ukraine’s air defenses are at risk of running out of missiles and ammunition within weeks. A document from 23 February which was marked "secret" describes in detail how Ukraine's S-300 air defense systems from the Soviet period will be exhausted by 2 May if consumption continues at the current rate. However, there is no clarity how Ukraine's air defenses stand as of now or whether the utilisation rate has altered since then. Many classified documents with "secret" information of US and NATO preparations to boost the Ukrainian army in preparation for an imminent Russian attack were leaked online. Watch | President Vladimir Putin may visit India for G20 summit ? × The Biden administration started an investigation into the papers. However, as per reports, they already made their way around on Twitter and Telegram and have raised severe concerns about security breaches. “We are aware of the reports of social media posts and the department is reviewing the matter,” Sabrina Singh, the deputy press secretary at the Pentagon told the Times. The other details of the leak, which allegedly took place from Pentagon, nine of the 12 Ukrainian combat brigades were reportedly being trained by US and NATO forces. According to the leaked papers, 250 tanks and more than 350 mechanised vehicles are required to repel the Russian army. Meanwhile, as the war prolongs, Moscow said it is prepared for a ceasefire in Ukraine at any moment but the possibility is "unrealistic" if Kyiv and the West insist on Russia's military defeat. 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.

Pentagon leak says Russia almost shot down UK spy plane, Kyiv's air defences on verge of depletion

'Leaked' documents reveal US spying on Russia's war in Ukraine

Ukraine's air defense systems could be depleted by the beginning of next month amid heavy fighting against Russian forces, according to what appear to be leaked Pentagon documents.

Ukraine War Plans Leak Prompts Pentagon Investigation

Emine Dzhaparova, Ukraine's first deputy foreign minister, has arrived in India for a four-day visit, the first by a Ukrainian government minister since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February last year.

Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova lands in New Delhi

Al Jazeera has revealed that Russian forces are fortifying the Crimean peninsula in anticipation of a Ukrainian attempt to recapture it. According to experts, those barriers would probably make any such effort bloody and tough.

Report: Images reveal Russia is fortifying Crimea Peninsula

According to Al Jazeera's analysis of satellite pictures, Russian military are reinforcing the Crimean peninsula in preparation for a Ukrainian assault to retake it. According to experts, those barriers would probably make any such effort bloody and tough.

Ukraine might attack Crimea to recapture it : Reports

There will soon be a significant bilateral development between India and Ukraine. Emine Dzhaparova, the deputy foreign minister of Ukraine, arrived in Delhi today to begin a four-day tour to India. She is the first senior Ukrainian official to travel to India since the start of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.

Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova lands in New Delhi

Even as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, more than 30 children who were transported to Russian Allied territories have been reunited with their family in Ukraine. Ukrainian leader The emphasis has been on obtaining Western weaponry supplies because soldiers have realised how crucial they are to winning the battle.

Emotions run high as children return from Russian-allied areas

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