Russian President Vladimir Putin has clarified that they would not strike first. He also said that Russia will under no circumstances use them first. Watch more.

"Won't use nukes first," says Russian President Putin

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{aa8cf743-b53e-4a33-8481-672337e5bb08}{94}" paraid="1001153564" >Russian President Vladimir Putin made it clear on Thursday that the attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure&nbsp;and power grids will not come down in the coming days. In the past few months, missile strikes have left Ukraine with severely damaged energy infrastructure&nbsp;and as a result, almost 10 million people in and around Kyiv will spend the winter without electricity. Even the World Health Organisation (WHO) expressed concerns about the current situation and said that can easily turn ‘deadly’.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ce7207f9-6a94-4bdc-8910-5cc8225795ba}{129}" paraid="2007756065" >"There's a lot of noise about our strikes on the energy infrastructure of a neighbouring country. Yes, we do that. But who started it?,"&nbsp;Putin&nbsp;said at an awards ceremony in the Kremlin.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ce7207f9-6a94-4bdc-8910-5cc8225795ba}{176}" paraid="946767929" >The Russian President also said that other countries should "not interfere with our combat missions".&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{72b48908-cba5-4c82-a280-9ff733daa8f4}{146}" paraid="1916652884" >Meanwhile, the Kremlin has expressed its concerns about a potential Ukrainian attack on Russia-controlled Crimea as it claimed to have shot down a drone near a naval base. Drone attacks have become quite common in the region and Moscow has once again expressed its concerns.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{dedfbc3a-0e31-4881-9ca5-1938a9299f19}{181}" paraid="1027728328" >"There are certainly risks because the Ukrainian side continues its policy of organising terrorist attacks. But, on the other hand, the information we get indicates that effective countermeasures are being taken," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters according to a report by Associated Press.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9dafa365-472e-40e8-b5c3-1867487187e1}{82}" paraid="681019430" >The Kremlin also opposed the decision taken by TIME magazine to name Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as the “Person of the Year”. Peskov called the decision “Russophobic” and blamed the western countries and the United States for carrying out a global propaganda campaign against Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{9dafa365-472e-40e8-b5c3-1867487187e1}{91}" paraid="1731292865" >"The publication's editorial line does not go beyond the European mainstream, which is absolutely blinkered, anti-Russian, and frantically Russophobic," Peskov told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin made it clear on Thursday that the attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and power grids will not come down in the coming days.

Russian President Vladimir Putin made it clear on Thursday that the attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and power grids will not come down in the coming days. In the past few months, missile strikes have left Ukraine with severely damaged energy infrastructure and as a result, almost 10 million people in and around Kyiv will spend the winter without electricity. Even the World Health Organisation (WHO) expressed concerns about the current situation and said that can easily turn ‘deadly’. "There's a lot of noise about our strikes on the energy infrastructure of a neighbouring country. Yes, we do that. But who started it?," Putin said at an awards ceremony in the Kremlin. Also read | BJP registers landslide victory on PM Narendra Modi’s home turf Gujarat The Russian President also said that other countries should "not interfere with our combat missions". Meanwhile, the Kremlin has expressed its concerns about a potential Ukrainian attack on Russia-controlled Crimea as it claimed to have shot down a drone near a naval base. Drone attacks have become quite common in the region and Moscow has once again expressed its concerns. "There are certainly risks because the Ukrainian side continues its policy of organising terrorist attacks. But, on the other hand, the information we get indicates that effective countermeasures are being taken," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters according to a report by Associated Press. Also read | Xi meets MBS as China-Saudi Arabia sign 34 agreements worth $30 billion The Kremlin also opposed the decision taken by TIME magazine to name Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as the “Person of the Year”. Peskov called the decision “Russophobic” and blamed the western countries and the United States for carrying out a global propaganda campaign against Russia. "The publication's editorial line does not go beyond the European mainstream, which is absolutely blinkered, anti-Russian, and frantically Russophobic," Peskov told reporters.

Russia to conduct more strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, says Vladimir Putin

<p>The European Commission on Wednesday (December 7) proposed a ninth package of sanction on Russia. The sanctions proposed due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine would include almost 200 more individuals and entities on the EU sanctions list.</p>

<p>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the commission favoured new sanctions against three additional Russian banks and new export controls and restrictions. Thes, she said, were especially for dual-use goods like key chemicals nerve agents, electronics and IT components.</p>

<p>In a video statement, von der Leyen said Russia "continues to bring death and devastation to Ukraine and is deliberately targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, seeking to paralyse the country at the beginning of the winter."</p>

<p>She stressed that eight packages of sanctions already imposed by the EU were already hitting Russia very hard. Now, the bloc intends to raise the pressure on Russia with a ninth package.</p>

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<p>Sanctions require the unanimous backing of all the bloc's 27 member states, but most of the measures proposed in the first eight packages were approved by their representative European Council within weeks, though some were dropped or watered down.</p>

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The European Commission on Wednesday (December 7) proposed a ninth package of sanction on Russia. The sanctions proposed due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine would include almost 200 more individuals and entities on the EU sanctions list. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that the commission favoured new sanctions against three additional Russian banks and new export controls and restrictions. Thes, she said, were especially for dual-use goods like key chemicals nerve agents, electronics and IT components. In a video statement, von der Leyen said Russia "continues to bring death and devastation to Ukraine and is deliberately targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, seeking to paralyse the country at the beginning of the winter." She stressed that eight packages of sanctions already imposed by the EU were already hitting Russia very hard. Now, the bloc intends to raise the pressure on Russia with a ninth package. Also Read | US slams Russian 'loose talk' on nuclear weapons after Putin remarks Sanctions require the unanimous backing of all the bloc's 27 member states, but most of the measures proposed in the first eight packages were approved by their representative European Council within weeks, though some were dropped or watered down. (With input 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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<p>The United States on Wednesday (December 8) slammed Russia's "loose talk" on nuclear weapons after Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of what he perceived as rising risk of nuclear war. Putin added that Moscow would not strike first.</p>

<p>Putin, who has previously hinted at use of small "tactical" weapons in his war in Ukraine, said at a Kremlin meeting that "such a threat is rising" but he was evasive on Russia's policy.</p>

<p>"Russia will under no circumstances use them first," Putin said.</p>

<p>"But if it does not use them first under any circumstances, then it will not be the second to use them either, because the possibilities of using them in the event of a nuclear strike against our territory are very limited," Putin said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia releases footage showing Moscow's forces training at a facility in Belarus</strong></p>

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<p>Ned Price, US State Department Spokesperson, was asked about Putin's remarks. Choosing to avoid giving a direct reply he said,"We think any loose talk of nuclear weapons is absolutely irresponsible."</p>

<p>Price said that nuclear powers around the world since the Cold War, including China, India, the United States and Russia itself, have been clear that "a nuclear war is something that must never be fought and can never be won."</p>

<p>"We think any other rhetoric -- whether it is nuclear saber-rattling or even raising the specter of the use of tactical nuclear weapons -- is something that is irresponsible," Price said.</p>

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<p>"It is dangerous, and it goes against the spirit of that statement that has been at the core of the nuclear non-proliferation regime since the Cold War," he said.</p>

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<p>In his remarks, Putin contrasted Russia with the US. He pointed to USA stationing nuclear weapons in NATO countries in Europe.</p>

<p>"We have not, and are not, transferring our nuclear weapons to anyone, but, of course, we will protect our allies with all the means at our disposal, if necessary," Putin said.</p>

<p>US officials have voiced fear that Russia could use nuclear weapons if it feels routed on the battlefield and could plant a fictitious story to justify its actions.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The United States on Wednesday (December 8) slammed Russia's "loose talk" on nuclear weapons after Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke of what he perceived as rising risk of nuclear war. Putin added that Moscow would not strike first. Putin, who has previously hinted at use of small "tactical" weapons in his war in Ukraine, said at a Kremlin meeting that "such a threat is rising" but he was evasive on Russia's policy. "Russia will under no circumstances use them first," Putin said. "But if it does not use them first under any circumstances, then it will not be the second to use them either, because the possibilities of using them in the event of a nuclear strike against our territory are very limited," Putin said. Watch | Russia releases footage showing Moscow's forces training at a facility in Belarus × Ned Price, US State Department Spokesperson, was asked about Putin's remarks. Choosing to avoid giving a direct reply he said,"We think any loose talk of nuclear weapons is absolutely irresponsible." Price said that nuclear powers around the world since the Cold War, including China, India, the United States and Russia itself, have been clear that "a nuclear war is something that must never be fought and can never be won." "We think any other rhetoric -- whether it is nuclear saber-rattling or even raising the specter of the use of tactical nuclear weapons -- is something that is irresponsible," Price said. Also Read | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky named TIME magazine's 'Person of the Year' "It is dangerous, and it goes against the spirit of that statement that has been at the core of the nuclear non-proliferation regime since the Cold War," he said. Also Read | Kyiv mayor predicts 'apocalypse' in winter, but appeals citizens to not panic In his remarks, Putin contrasted Russia with the US. He pointed to USA stationing nuclear weapons in NATO countries in Europe. "We have not, and are not, transferring our nuclear weapons to anyone, but, of course, we will protect our allies with all the means at our disposal, if necessary," Putin said. US officials have voiced fear that Russia could use nuclear weapons if it feels routed on the battlefield and could plant a fictitious story to justify its actions. (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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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was named Time magazine’s Person of the Year on Wednesday for leading his country during the ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelensky has achieved global fame for his role in Ukraine’s defence against Russia and in the past year, he has become a massive global figure for his speeches and appearances at major summits and events around the world. Zelensky was previously a comedian and actor before becoming President back in 2019.</p>

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<p>The other personalities and entities in the running along with Zelensky were United States Supreme Court, politician Liz Cheney and last year’s winner – Tesla and Twitter CEO Elon Musk.</p>

<p>When Russia invaded Ukraine in February earlier this year, Zelensky was offered asylum by multiple countries, but he decided to stay back. He has been appearing for daily addresses to the nation and although he has been compared to former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, he denied it completely during an interview with TIME magazine, citing Churchill’s reputation as an imperialist.</p>

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<p>Zelensky said that he would want to be associated with comedian Charlie Chaplin who criticised Adolf Hitler during World War II and author George Orwell who “wrote against authoritarianism”.</p>

<p>“I’ve raised the example of Charlie Chaplin, how he used the weapon of information during the Second World War to fight against fascism,” he said. “You see, there were these artists who helped society, because they had a lot of admirers, and their influence was often stronger than artillery.”<br />
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was named Time magazine’s Person of the Year on Wednesday for leading his country during the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was named Time magazine’s Person of the Year on Wednesday for leading his country during the ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelensky has achieved global fame for his role in Ukraine’s defence against Russia and in the past year, he has become a massive global figure for his speeches and appearances at major summits and events around the world. Zelensky was previously a comedian and actor before becoming President back in 2019. Also read | Former MP among 25 detained in Germany for plot to 'overthrow state' The other personalities and entities in the running along with Zelensky were United States Supreme Court, politician Liz Cheney and last year’s winner – Tesla and Twitter CEO Elon Musk. When Russia invaded Ukraine in February earlier this year, Zelensky was offered asylum by multiple countries, but he decided to stay back. He has been appearing for daily addresses to the nation and although he has been compared to former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, he denied it completely during an interview with TIME magazine, citing Churchill’s reputation as an imperialist. Also read | China's President Xi Jinping arrives in Riyadh, to meet Saudi and Arab leaders Zelensky said that he would want to be associated with comedian Charlie Chaplin who criticised Adolf Hitler during World War II and author George Orwell who “wrote against authoritarianism”. “I’ve raised the example of Charlie Chaplin, how he used the weapon of information during the Second World War to fight against fascism,” he said. “You see, there were these artists who helped society, because they had a lot of admirers, and their influence was often stronger than artillery.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky named TIME magazine's 'Person of the Year'

Poland is preparing to deploy the German Patriot air defence system on its territory. The move comes after Berlin refused to place this system in Ukraine. Watch this video for all the details.

Why is Poland deploying the German Patriot air defence system on its territory?

Footage released by the Russian Defence Ministry claim to show Moscow's forces training at a facility in Belarus. A statement released by the Ministry says that the servicemen, from Russia's Western military district, are conducting a training exercise for "a cleanup in a residential area", with a simulation town being constructed especially for the drills.

Russia releases footage showing Moscow's forces training at a facility in Belarus

"We have not provided Ukraine with weapons to use inside Russia, we have been very clear that it is our defensive supplies. The President said very clearly sometime ago that we are not enabling Ukraine to strike," said US' spokesperson Ned Price.

'We have not provided Ukraine with weapons to use inside Russia,' says US' spokesperson Ned Price

Hours after the third Russian airfield was set to blaze by a drone strike, the US Secretary of State reiterated Washington's position that it is neither encouraged nor enabled the Ukrainians to strike inside Russia. "We have neither encouraged nor enabled to strike inside of Russia but the important thing is to understand what Ukrainians are living through, everyday, with the ongoing Russia aggression," said Antony Blinken.

US reacts to strikes inside Russia as third Russian airbase attacked in two days

In the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, ice and snow line the ground as the winter frost builds and temperatures plunge. Nearly half of Ukraine's energy system has already been damaged after months of strikes on power infrastructure, leaving people in the cold and dark for hours at a time as outdoor temperatures drop below zero degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit).

Watch: Frosty weather in Kyiv as temperatures plunge

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<p>The United States said on Tuesday (local time) that it was "not encouraging" Ukraine to carry out strikes inside Russia. The statement from US has come after several drone attacks on Russian airbases. These attacks are widely being perceived as having been carried out by Ukraine. Kyiv hasn't yet claimed responsibility.</p>

<p>"We are not enabling Ukraine to strike beyond its borders; we are not encouraging Ukraine to strike beyond its borders," State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters.</p>

<p>"Everything we are doing -- everything the world is doing to support Ukraine -- is in support of Ukraine's independence," he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia fires barrage of missile across Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>Price stopped short of attributing drone attacks to Ukraine. Russia said three people were killed and two aircraft were damaged in the drone attacks on Monday. Three bases deep in Russian territory were attacked.</p>

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<p>Experts believe Ukraine penetrated Russian airspace with simple Soviet-era drones and not any of the billions of dollars in military assistance given by Western powers since Moscow's February 24 invasion.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are providing Ukraine with what it needs to use on its sovereign territory -- on Ukrainian soil -- to take on Russian aggressors," Price said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Price also declined comment on a Wall Street Journal report that the United States has altered HIMARS sent to Ukraine -- a rocket system seen as a game-changer on the battlefield -- to prevent firing into Russia.</p>

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The United States said on Tuesday (local time) that it was "not encouraging" Ukraine to carry out strikes inside Russia. The statement from US has come after several drone attacks on Russian airbases. These attacks are widely being perceived as having been carried out by Ukraine. Kyiv hasn't yet claimed responsibility. "We are not enabling Ukraine to strike beyond its borders; we are not encouraging Ukraine to strike beyond its borders," State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters. "Everything we are doing -- everything the world is doing to support Ukraine -- is in support of Ukraine's independence," he said. Watch | Russia fires barrage of missile across Ukraine × Price stopped short of attributing drone attacks to Ukraine. Russia said three people were killed and two aircraft were damaged in the drone attacks on Monday. Three bases deep in Russian territory were attacked. Also Read | Ukraine to implement emergency power shutdowns after latest Russian missile strikes Experts believe Ukraine penetrated Russian airspace with simple Soviet-era drones and not any of the billions of dollars in military assistance given by Western powers since Moscow's February 24 invasion. "We are providing Ukraine with what it needs to use on its sovereign territory -- on Ukrainian soil -- to take on Russian aggressors," Price said. Price also declined comment on a Wall Street Journal report that the United States has altered HIMARS sent to Ukraine -- a rocket system seen as a game-changer on the battlefield -- to prevent firing into Russia. (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 ×

'Not encouraging' Ukraine strikes into Russia, says US

Russia has once again reigned long-range missiles targeting Ukrainian cities. At least four people have been killed several homes destroyed in the country's Southeast.

Russia-Ukraine War: At least four killed in Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the country is switching to emergency shutdowns to stabilise its power grid after fresh Russian missile attacks. Now the questions is, How far are the two sides from negotiations?

Russia-Ukraine War: How far are the two sides from negotiations?

<p>Ukraine energy operator Ukrenergo said on Monday (December 6) that emergency power cut regime will be introduced in "all regions of Ukraine". The country's energy infrastructure has been battered by Russian missile attacks. Ukrenergo's latest statement came after fresh wave of Russian attacks.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Fresh missile attacks in Southeast Ukraine</strong></p>

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<p>"Due to the consequences of shelling... to maintain the balance between the production and consumption of electricity, a regime of emergency shutdowns will be introduced in all regions of Ukraine," Ukrenergo said on Telegram.</p>

<p>"In priority, electricity will be supplied to critical infrastructure facilities." &nbsp;</p>

<p>"The situation is difficult, but under control," the operator said, after Kyiv's forces announced they destroyed more than 60 out of the 70 missiles launched by Moscow.</p>

<p>Still, it said that "some power plants will not be able to work at full capacity for a certain time."</p>

<p>"Combined with the frost increasing in the next 24 hours, this will lead to a deficit of electricity in the system," it said.&nbsp;<br />
Emergency repair works are ongoing, the company said.</p>

<p>The Russian army acknowledged "massive attack on Ukrainian military command systems and related defence, communications, energy and military facilities" on Monday.</p>

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<p>Russia invaded Ukraine in February this year. After sustained gains in first few months of the conflict, Russian forces have had to retreat in the face of Ukrainian counterattacks in vast swathes of region. Since October, Russia has begun targetting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This is sure to cause hardships for people as winter sets in.</p>

<p>Putin on Friday said Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure were "inevitable".</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>

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Ukraine energy operator Ukrenergo said on Monday (December 6) that emergency power cut regime will be introduced in "all regions of Ukraine". The country's energy infrastructure has been battered by Russian missile attacks.

Ukraine energy operator Ukrenergo said on Monday (December 6) that emergency power cut regime will be introduced in "all regions of Ukraine". The country's energy infrastructure has been battered by Russian missile attacks. Ukrenergo's latest statement came after fresh wave of Russian attacks. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Fresh missile attacks in Southeast Ukraine × "Due to the consequences of shelling... to maintain the balance between the production and consumption of electricity, a regime of emergency shutdowns will be introduced in all regions of Ukraine," Ukrenergo said on Telegram. "In priority, electricity will be supplied to critical infrastructure facilities." "The situation is difficult, but under control," the operator said, after Kyiv's forces announced they destroyed more than 60 out of the 70 missiles launched by Moscow. Still, it said that "some power plants will not be able to work at full capacity for a certain time." "Combined with the frost increasing in the next 24 hours, this will lead to a deficit of electricity in the system," it said. Emergency repair works are ongoing, the company said. The Russian army acknowledged "massive attack on Ukrainian military command systems and related defence, communications, energy and military facilities" on Monday. Also Read | Russia launches new barrage of missile strikes on Ukraine, targets power sources Russia invaded Ukraine in February this year. After sustained gains in first few months of the conflict, Russian forces have had to retreat in the face of Ukrainian counterattacks in vast swathes of region. Since October, Russia has begun targetting Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This is sure to cause hardships for people as winter sets in. Putin on Friday said Russian strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure were "inevitable". (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 ×

Emergency power cuts in 'all regions of Ukraine' after fresh Russian attacks

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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the country will be switching to emergency shutdowns in order to stabilise the power grids which were impacted by the latest barrage of Russian missile strikes. According to Reuters, the missiles were mainly directed towards the cities of Zaporizhzhia and Odesa where two people lost their lives. The missiles also caused damage to the critical infrastructure and residential houses near Zaporizhzhia, regional officials said.</p>

<p>"The biggest number of shutdowns is in Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Khmelnytskyi and Cherkasy regions", referring to the regions spanning the length and breadth of the country,” Zelensky said before promising that the authorities "will do everything to restore stability".</p>

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<p>Moldova, the neighbouring country of Ukraine, has also been affected by the Russian missile strikes and Zelensky said that this proves Russia is "a threat not only to Ukraine, but also to our entire region".</p>

<p>During his nightly address to the nation, Zelensky said that around 70 Russian missiles were fired towards Ukraine but the defence system was able to deal with most of them. Although the number was not verified by the Ukraine defence ministry said that around 50 missiles were stopped.</p>

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<p>On the other hand, Russia said that it was a planned "massive strike using high-precision weapons" and they were able to hit all 17 of their intended targets which did not include civilian buildings.</p>

<p>The World Health Organisation (WHO) has already expressed its concern regarding the lack of power in Ukraine and it said that the winter can turn “deadly” for millions of Ukrainians.</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. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the country will be switching to emergency shutdowns in order to stabilise the power grids which were impacted by the latest barrage of Russian missile strikes. According to Reuters, the missiles were mainly directed towards the cities of Zaporizhzhia and Odesa where two people lost their lives. The missiles also caused damage to the critical infrastructure and residential houses near Zaporizhzhia, regional officials said. "The biggest number of shutdowns is in Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Khmelnytskyi and Cherkasy regions", referring to the regions spanning the length and breadth of the country,” Zelensky said before promising that the authorities "will do everything to restore stability". Also read | Drones hit Russian air bases after Monday's missile strikes in Ukraine Moldova, the neighbouring country of Ukraine, has also been affected by the Russian missile strikes and Zelensky said that this proves Russia is "a threat not only to Ukraine, but also to our entire region". During his nightly address to the nation, Zelensky said that around 70 Russian missiles were fired towards Ukraine but the defence system was able to deal with most of them. Although the number was not verified by the Ukraine defence ministry said that around 50 missiles were stopped. Also read | Indonesia's new criminal code makes sex outside marriage a criminal offence On the other hand, Russia said that it was a planned "massive strike using high-precision weapons" and they were able to hit all 17 of their intended targets which did not include civilian buildings. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has already expressed its concern regarding the lack of power in Ukraine and it said that the winter can turn “deadly” for millions of Ukrainians.

Ukraine to implement emergency power shutdowns after latest Russian missile strikes

Russia has once again reigned long-range missiles targeting Ukrainian cities. At least two people have been killed several homes destroyed in the country's Southeast.

Russia-Ukraine war: Fresh missile attacks in Southeast Ukraine

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{4bfed399-39ff-4946-b357-c1b006523db9}{19}" paraid="1082485465" >Ukraine was only again hit by a barrage of missile strikes as Ukrainian officials accused Russia of targeting crucial infrastructure and energy sources ahead of the winter. The cities of Odesa, Cherkasy and Kryvyi Rih were reportedly impacted by the strikes and the Associated Press reported that the water supply in Odesa was affected massively after a missile strike resulted in widespread power outage.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{a719559f-dbea-4205-8623-1cc0d1546e08}{95}" paraid="1024740823" >“The enemy is again attacking the territory of Ukraine with missiles!” Kyrylo Tymoshenko, the deputy head of the Ukrainian president’s office, wrote on Telegram. He urged the citizens to find proper shelter in the affected cities and also requested global power to stop Russia from continuing the attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{ebe57147-8519-4441-836e-450f56261b62}{59}" paraid="1665532661" >An official statement from the Ukrainian Air Force stated that the attack included land-based missiles from southern Russia and shipborne missiles from the Caspian and Black seas. Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat said that Russa is using strategic bombers to launch missiles into Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{2f0c1802-7607-4903-8969-3e5bdc2236d7}{212}" paraid="776817109" >Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was highly critical of the attacks but said that Ukraine was able to stop most Russian missiles from causing any damage. “Ukraine shot down more than 60 of over 70 missiles launched by Russia in a massed missile strike on Monday”, Ukraine’s air force command said.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{dc10d8b2-215f-4e06-8343-ecb6342c03f9}{229}" paraid="922906647" >Meanwhile, Russian state news agency RIA Novosti reported that explosions at two air bases resulted in the death of three people and six others were injured. The incident took place in the Saratov region along the Volga River and according to reports, the air base was responsible for attacks on Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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Ukraine was only again hit by a barrage of missile strikes as Ukrainian officials accused Russia of targeting crucial infrastructure and energy sources ahead of the winter.

Ukraine was only again hit by a barrage of missile strikes as Ukrainian officials accused Russia of targeting crucial infrastructure and energy sources ahead of the winter. The cities of Odesa, Cherkasy and Kryvyi Rih were reportedly impacted by the strikes and the Associated Press reported that the water supply in Odesa was affected massively after a missile strike resulted in widespread power outage. Also read | Oil price cap 'will not affect' Russian military operation in Ukraine “The enemy is again attacking the territory of Ukraine with missiles!” Kyrylo Tymoshenko, the deputy head of the Ukrainian president’s office, wrote on Telegram. He urged the citizens to find proper shelter in the affected cities and also requested global power to stop Russia from continuing the attack. An official statement from the Ukrainian Air Force stated that the attack included land-based missiles from southern Russia and shipborne missiles from the Caspian and Black seas. Air Force spokesperson Yuriy Ihnat said that Russa is using strategic bombers to launch missiles into Ukraine. Also read | China may announce new COVID-19 easing measures on Wednesday Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was highly critical of the attacks but said that Ukraine was able to stop most Russian missiles from causing any damage. “Ukraine shot down more than 60 of over 70 missiles launched by Russia in a massed missile strike on Monday”, Ukraine’s air force command said. Meanwhile, Russian state news agency RIA Novosti reported that explosions at two air bases resulted in the death of three people and six others were injured. The incident took place in the Saratov region along the Volga River and according to reports, the air base was responsible for attacks on Ukraine.

Russia launches new barrage of missile strikes on Ukraine, targets power sources

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{345ddfe5-6e34-4133-94b0-bde5e7d09e13}{18}" paraid="1011474206" >The Kremlin said on Monday that the oil price cap imposed by the European Union members may have a major impact on the global energy markets but "will not affect” the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The western countries have imposed massive sanctions on Russia in the aftermath of the conflict but most countries have not stopped their reliance on the imports. After the enforcement of the price cap, Russia said that it was preparing its response while evaluating the impact that it can have on the economy.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{5f49f39b-be51-4b83-8c06-98cf1d7753c9}{85}" paraid="1780119170" >"Russia and the Russian economy have the required capacity to fully meet the needs and requirements of the special military operation," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{5f49f39b-be51-4b83-8c06-98cf1d7753c9}{236}" paraid="1494469487" >During the press briefing, Peskov added that it was "obvious and indisputable that the adoption of these decisions is a step towards destabilising world energy markets".&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{91644782-fd74-4115-944b-27ed882914ea}{215}" paraid="121628927" >Since the implementation of oil price cap, prices around the world have gone up. According to Reuters, the brent crude price went up by around 0.6 per cent and it is currently $86 a barrel.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{91644782-fd74-4115-944b-27ed882914ea}{215}" paraid="121628927" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-services-activity-shrank-to-six-month-lows-in-november-caixin-pmi-540062">China services activity shrank to six-month lows in November: Caixin PMI</a></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{461022ba-259a-4a20-ae4d-faf5a3a33b46}{150}" paraid="1129222100" >Earlier, Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy chairman of Putin's Security Council took to Telegram to warn the world about a destablisation in oil prices after the EU decision.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{7a028a59-1a9a-49c0-9701-c14791a2c0c3}{12}" paraid="431252537" >He said that the "an unequal battle with the Russian bear and General Frost" may lead to a major crisis ahead in this year’s winter months. "One thing is clear - nothing good will come of it for consumers, that's for sure. So let them stock up on schnapps, quilts and water heaters," he said in his post.&nbsp;</p>

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The Kremlin said on Monday that the oil price cap imposed by the European Union members may have a major impact on the global energy markets but "will not affect” the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

The Kremlin said on Monday that the oil price cap imposed by the European Union members may have a major impact on the global energy markets but "will not affect” the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The western countries have imposed massive sanctions on Russia in the aftermath of the conflict but most countries have not stopped their reliance on the imports. After the enforcement of the price cap, Russia said that it was preparing its response while evaluating the impact that it can have on the economy. "Russia and the Russian economy have the required capacity to fully meet the needs and requirements of the special military operation," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters. Also read | North Korea fires over 100 artillery rounds, says South Korea During the press briefing, Peskov added that it was "obvious and indisputable that the adoption of these decisions is a step towards destabilising world energy markets". Since the implementation of oil price cap, prices around the world have gone up. According to Reuters, the brent crude price went up by around 0.6 per cent and it is currently $86 a barrel. Also read | China services activity shrank to six-month lows in November: Caixin PMI Earlier, Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, now deputy chairman of Putin's Security Council took to Telegram to warn the world about a destablisation in oil prices after the EU decision. He said that the "an unequal battle with the Russian bear and General Frost" may lead to a major crisis ahead in this year’s winter months. "One thing is clear - nothing good will come of it for consumers, that's for sure. So let them stock up on schnapps, quilts and water heaters," he said in his post.

Oil price cap 'will not affect' Russian military operation in Ukraine

Group of seven countries along with Australia and the European Union have agreed on a $60 per barrel price cap on Russian crude oil. While the price cap on Russian oil has kicked into force, Kyiv faces cold, dark winter.

War in Ukraine: G7 price caps on Russian oil kicks in; Kyiv faces cold, dark winter

<p>To solve Russia’s issue of homeless animals, the deputy for the Communist Party in Oryol, Viktor Makarov, suggested that homeless dogs can be used as suicide bombers to "blow up tanks" in Ukraine, reported the Orel Times on Friday. The suggestion was given in the Legislative Assembly’s recent session where previously Makarov had suggested that the dogs can be sent to China.</p>

<p>The comments of Makarov caught the attention of Meduza’s managing editor Kevin Rothrock, who on Saturday tweeted, "A Communist deputy in Russia's Oryol region wants to train stray dogs to run at Ukrainian tanks as suicide bombers.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, Newsweek reported that the suggestions given by Makarov failed to appeal to his colleagues as they didn’t get satisfactory answers to their logistical questions.</p>

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<p>The regional parliament’s deputy speaker Oleg Koshelev asked what were the chances of people not getting bitten by sterilised dogs. Deputy Andrei Frolov, meanwhile, quizzed about the financial cost of keeping one animal per day. Due to the lack of answers, the regional parliament failed to adopt the proposed law. The United States Army Europe’s former commanding general Mark Hertling took to Twitter on Saturday and criticised the proposed plan of the Russian official.</p>

<p>"Don't know why they see the need to train dogs to do this...they currently are asking RU soldiers to do the same," Hertling said in his tweet.</p>

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<p>On Saturday, the Grand Strategy programme at Defence Priorities programme Rajan Menon&nbsp;said that "this may be further evidence that the Russians are pulling out all the stops to prevail" in Ukraine’s ongoing war.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ|</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/german-chancellor-scholz-says-completely-stopping-talks-with-putin-would-be-a-grave-mistake-540088">German chancellor Scholz says completely stopping talks with Putin 'would be a grave mistake'</a></p>

<p>The Institute of the Study of War’s (ISW) latest report said that attempts are being made by Russia to capitalise on the desire of the West to negotiate.</p>

<p>"Russian President Vladimir Putin held an hour-long telephone conversation with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on December 2 in which Putin falsely stated that Western financial and military aid to Ukraine creates a situation in which the Ukrainian government outright rejects talks between Moscow and Kyiv and called upon Scholz to reconsider Germany's approach regarding developments in Ukraine," stated the US-based think tank on Friday.</p>

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To solve Russia’s issue of homeless animals, the deputy for the Communist Party in Oryol, Viktor Makarov, suggested that homeless dogs can be used as suicide bombers to "blow up tanks" in Ukraine, reported the Orel Times on Friday.

To solve Russia’s issue of homeless animals, the deputy for the Communist Party in Oryol, Viktor Makarov, suggested that homeless dogs can be used as suicide bombers to "blow up tanks" in Ukraine, reported the Orel Times on Friday. The suggestion was given in the Legislative Assembly’s recent session where previously Makarov had suggested that the dogs can be sent to China. The comments of Makarov caught the attention of Meduza’s managing editor Kevin Rothrock, who on Saturday tweeted, "A Communist deputy in Russia's Oryol region wants to train stray dogs to run at Ukrainian tanks as suicide bombers.” A Communist deputy in Russia's Oryol region wants to train stray dogs to run at Ukrainian tanks as suicide bombers. Previously, he had a scheme to ship these pooches to China. The deputy's colleagues rejected both ideas. https://t.co/mnHvnGxtSF — Kevin Rothrock (@KevinRothrock) December 3, 2022 × However, Newsweek reported that the suggestions given by Makarov failed to appeal to his colleagues as they didn’t get satisfactory answers to their logistical questions. ALSO READ| Moscow says will not accept western price cap on its crude, claims 'Russian oil will continue to be in demand' The regional parliament’s deputy speaker Oleg Koshelev asked what were the chances of people not getting bitten by sterilised dogs. Deputy Andrei Frolov, meanwhile, quizzed about the financial cost of keeping one animal per day. Due to the lack of answers, the regional parliament failed to adopt the proposed law. The United States Army Europe’s former commanding general Mark Hertling took to Twitter on Saturday and criticised the proposed plan of the Russian official. "Don't know why they see the need to train dogs to do this...they currently are asking RU soldiers to do the same," Hertling said in his tweet. Don’t know why they see the need to train dogs to do this…they currently are asking RU soldiers to do the same. https://t.co/LSwcSZqHW4 — MarkHertling (@MarkHertling) December 3, 2022 × On Saturday, the Grand Strategy programme at Defence Priorities programme Rajan Menon said that "this may be further evidence that the Russians are pulling out all the stops to prevail" in Ukraine’s ongoing war. ALSO READ| German chancellor Scholz says completely stopping talks with Putin 'would be a grave mistake' The Institute of the Study of War’s (ISW) latest report said that attempts are being made by Russia to capitalise on the desire of the West to negotiate. "Russian President Vladimir Putin held an hour-long telephone conversation with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on December 2 in which Putin falsely stated that Western financial and military aid to Ukraine creates a situation in which the Ukrainian government outright rejects talks between Moscow and Kyiv and called upon Scholz to reconsider Germany's approach regarding developments in Ukraine," stated the US-based think tank on Friday.

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