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- Kyiv: Three Dead in Russian Strikes
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Kyiv: Three Dead in Russian Strikes | Democrats Slam Trump's India Tariffs | WION Headlines

Two senior advisers to US President Donald Trump — Peter Navarro and Kevin Hassett — have sharply criticised India for continuing to import oil from Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, accusing New Delhi of undermining global stability and threatening future US-India ties. This comes even as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the relationship between the United States and India as “very complicated,” but expressed optimism that both countries would “eventually come together.” Peter Navarro, Trump's trade advisor, who previously called India “the maharaja of tariffs,” has now blamed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Ukraine war. Even when he was corrected by the news anchor, he maintained that it is ‘Modi’s war.' 


Trump Tariff Vs India: US Trade Advisor Calls Ukraine ‘Modi’s War’ Over Russian Oil

A massive overnight Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed at least three people, including a 14-year-old, and injured 12. Explosions rocked the capital, causing widespread damage. The strike comes amid stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with President Trump leading diplomatic efforts. Kyiv seeks stronger Western security guarantees as Moscow continues its offensive.

Russia launches strike on Kyiv |  'At least 3 dead': City officials

As Moldova marks 34 years of independence from Moscow, leaders from France, Germany, and Poland arrived in Chisinau to back the country’s EU membership bid and push back against Russia’s growing influence. Moldova’s pro-European President Maia Sandu welcomed Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz, and Donald Tusk to reaffirm the country’s westward path ahead of crucial elections. With fears of Russian interference looming and war raging across the border in Ukraine, Moldova hopes to make EU accession an "irreversible" reality. Can Europe hold the line against Moscow's pressure?

Moldova polls under foreign shadow? | Macron, Merz, Tusk show solidarity

A devastating night for Ukraine. Russia has launched a massive coordinated attack, knocking out power to over 100,000 homes by targeting critical energy infrastructure. Simultaneously, Ukrainian officials have confirmed a significant Russian breakthrough into the vital Dnipropetrovsk region. Russia pushed back Wednesday against the idea of European peacekeeping troops being deployed to Ukraine, and downplayed chances of a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in another blow to the chances of a peace deal.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine faces devastating power outages as front line crumbles in the east

Ukrainian officials confirm that Russian troops have crossed into the Dnipropetrovsk region for the first time, attempting to establish a foothold near the villages of Zaporizke and Novohryhorivka. Ukraine denies full occupation, as fierce battles continue and diplomatic efforts stall.

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Admits Russian Wins in Dnipropetrovsk | WION

Zelensky admits Putin's forces have entered key region of Dnipropetrovsk

Ukraine and Russia traded heavy drone assaults overnight, with both sides reporting major interceptions. Ukraine claims it shot down 76 out of 104 Russian drones, while Russia says 21 Ukrainian drones were destroyed over several regions, including near Moscow. Explosions, damage to civilian areas, and casualties were reported in Ukraine’s Sumy region. The attacks mark another sharp escalation in the ongoing war, highlighting the growing role of drones in modern warfare.

Russia Ukraine drone war intensifies: Zelensky claims shooting down 76 Russian drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his Independence Day greetings to Ukraine and called on India to play a more active role in securing "lasting peace" amid the ongoing war with Russia.


Russia Ukraine peace talks |  'We count on India': Zelensky sends 'heartfelt' reply to Modi

Woody Allen is facing criticism after speaking at the Moscow Film Festival amid Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine. The veteran filmmaker addressed audiences, sparking backlash from critics who say the timing and venue are controversial.

Moscow Film Festival: Woody Allen Criticized For Speaking At Moscow Film Festiva

Russia deploys 'Sea Terminator' frigate armed with unstoppable Zircon hypersonic missiles with a warhead of 400 kilograms. Watch the video to know more on this!


Russia unleashes a hypersonic-missiles warship, Putin's frigate shocks rivals 

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that he held talks with US envoy Brett Kellogg regarding increasing pressure on Russia amid ongoing conflict.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Discusses Pressure on Russia with US Envoy Kellogg

US Vice President JD Vance is facing backlash after claiming that World War II ended through negotiation—ignoring the historical fact of unconditional surrender by Germany and Japan. His comments came during an NBC interview where he defended President Trump’s approach to ending the Ukraine war. Social media quickly erupted, mocking the VP’s historical inaccuracy and questioning the credibility of his peace strategy comparison.

JD Vance's 'embarrassing' WWII Remarks |  Ukraine peace talks

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday said meeting Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin is “the most effective way forward,” as both nations exchanged prisoners while Ukraine marked Independence Day.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Pushes for Direct Negotiations with Putin on I-Day 

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

Zelensky to visit India after PM Modi's invite: Here's what Ukrainian envoy said about the plans amid Russia-Ukraine war

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday called for direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as “the most effective way forward” amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end the war.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Calls for Direct Talks with Putin on Ukraine I- Day 

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday that a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin would be “the most effective way forward” amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end the war, coinciding with Ukraine’s Independence Day.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Pushes for Talks with Putin Amid Stalled Peace Efforts

Zelensky praises Ukrainian courage in Independence day address

Russian air defense systems intercepted a Ukrainian drone near the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant on SUnday (Aug 24), according to a report by Interfax. Despite being shot down, the drone exploded on impact, causing damage to an auxiliary transformer, the plant's press service stated on Telegram. Earlier in the day, Russia’s REN TV, a national broadcaster, reported that a fire had broken out at the plant. The fire reportedly started in a transformer unit located outside the plant’s nuclear area. According to the plant’s press service, there was no danger posed to either the facility or the public

Russia-Ukraine war: Fire breaks out at Kursk nuclear plant, oil refinery

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 146 prisoners each on August 24, continuing a series of POW swaps amid war. Russia also reported the return of eight civilians detained by Ukrainian forces.

POW swap brings rare relief in Russia-Ukraine war as journalists, mayor freed

Russia has accused Ukraine of launching overnight drone attacks that caused a fire at a nuclear power plant in the western Kursk region. The incident occurred as Ukraine marked 34 years of independence, further escalating tensions between the two nations.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Accuses Ukraine of Nuclear Plant Attack, Fire Erupts | WION 

Russia claims to have intercepted 95 Ukrainian drones overnight in one of the largest reported aerial attacks of the conflict. 

Russia-Ukraine War: 95 Ukrainian Drones Intercepted Overnight, Says Russia 

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Kyiv on Sunday to join Ukraine’s Independence Day celebrations, as global leaders renewed calls to end the war with Russia.

Canadian PM Mark Carney Arrives in Kyiv on Ukraine’s Independence Day 

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report revealed the list of countries with the largest arms importers from 2020 to 2024. Let's have a look at the top 7 nations with the most arms importers and their top suppliers.

Who buys the most weapons? Meet 7 largest arms importing countries in the world – Check India’s position

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