The war between Ukraine and Russia has entered a critical stage, with both sides trading blows in a conflict that shows no signs of abating. Ukraine pushes for military aid support, but its European allies appear to be confused as President Donald Trump is eyeing pulling out troops.

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US President Donald Trump has this time pushed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-ukraine-sends-untrained-young-troops-to-frontlines-amid-russian-escalation-8949500">Russia</a>, not Ukraine, to move forward with the ceasefire deal as thousands of people are dying in the "senseless war".&nbsp;
Calling the war "senseless", Trump said that the war should never have happened if he had been president.&nbsp;
"Russia has to get moving. Too many people were DYING, thousands a week, in a terrible and senseless war - A war that should have never happened, and wouldn&rsquo;t have happened, if I were President!!!," Trump said in a Truth Social post on Friday (April 11).&nbsp;
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Earlier this week, Trump said that the peace talks are underway with Russia and highlighted that the United States would "like them to stop" as the war is killing thousands of people.
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"We are talking to Russia, we would like them to stop. I don't like them bombing on and on, and every week thousands of young people being killed," Trump said on being asked if the peace deal was expected.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticised the US for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults.
He called it a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults.
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The attack left 72 people injured, including 12 children.&nbsp;
Zelensky voiced frustration at the US Embassy&rsquo;s reaction, saying it failed to directly name Russia as the aggressor. &ldquo;Unfortunately, the reaction of the American Embassy is unpleasantly surprising: such a strong country, such a strong people, and such a weak reaction,&rdquo; he said.
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(With inputs from agencies)

Calling the Russia-Ukraine war "terrible and senseless", US President Donald Trump said that the war should never have happened if he had been president: World

US President Donald Trump has this time pushed Russia, not Ukraine, to move forward with the ceasefire deal as thousands of people are dying in the "senseless war". Calling the war "senseless", Trump said that the war should never have happened if he had been president. "Russia has to get moving. Too many people were DYING, thousands a week, in a terrible and senseless war - A war that should have never happened, and wouldn’t have happened, if I were President!!!," Trump said in a Truth Social post on Friday (April 11). Earlier this week, Trump said that the peace talks are underway with Russia and highlighted that the United States would "like them to stop" as the war is killing thousands of people. Also read: Ordeal of Ksenia Karelina: American ballerina sent to Russian jail for 'treason' is finally free after over a year "We are talking to Russia, we would like them to stop. I don't like them bombing on and on, and every week thousands of young people being killed," Trump said on being asked if the peace deal was expected. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticised the US for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults. He called it a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults. WATCH: US-Russia prisoner swap: Ksenia Karelina jailed in Russia lands at Joint Base Andrews The attack left 72 people injured, including 12 children. Zelensky voiced frustration at the US Embassy’s reaction, saying it failed to directly name Russia as the aggressor. “Unfortunately, the reaction of the American Embassy is unpleasantly surprising: such a strong country, such a strong people, and such a weak reaction,” he said. Also read: 'US-Ukraine Secret Weapon': How Kyiv, Washington planned operations against Russia at 'hidden' military HQ in Germany? (With inputs from agencies)

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The European Union has accused China of being a key enabler of Russia’s war against Ukraine. EU leader Kaja Kallas stated that without Chinese support, Russia wouldn't sustain its military aggression. Meanwhile, Ukraine has captured two Chinese nationals allegedly fighting for Russia, and President Zelensky claims Russia is recruiting Chinese citizens through social media.

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The Ukrainian military claims to have shot down a Russian strategic bomber. The aircraft costs approximately $100 million. In fact, the Soviet-era aircraft is a crucial element in Russia's long-range air assault against Ukraine. And according to Ukraine's military chief, the strike took place just after the bomber landed.

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Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to the UK revealed the US-Ukrainian military headquarters in Germany, calling it a "secret weapon" for planning military operations during the war with Russia.
Zaluzhnyi said the headquarters is located in &nbsp;Wiesbaden, Germany, adding that it has become a secret weapon for our partners.&nbsp;
"This headquarters has truly become a secret weapon for our partners and me in planning operations and formulating the requirements for their implementation," Zaluzhnyi said in a post on Facebook on April 8.&nbsp;
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He further said that in the beginning, the coordination centre took shape in April 2002 at the US European Command in Stuttgart, Germany, before moving to Wiesbaden.&nbsp;
Zaluzhnyi highlighted that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly.&nbsp;
Despite backing Russia in several terms, the US-Ukrainian joint operational headquarters came in picture to asses the need for weapons and equipment for Ukraine.&nbsp;
"Over time, we realized that we needed a joint operational headquarters with our partners to assess the needs for weapons and equipment based on the planning of operations," he wrote.
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He stressed that the need became critical in the summer of 2022 when Western partners questioned the utility of some weapons Ukraine was requesting.
<h2>What does the HQ help with?&nbsp;</h2>
The HQ is also supported by the UK and enables the &nbsp;planning of operations, coordination of logistics, and NATO-standard formulation of requirements.
It also helped conduct war games, forecast battlefield needs, and relay supply demands directly to Washington and European capitals, Zaluzhnyi said.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;The headquarters is where operations were planned, war simulations were held, and the Ukrainian armed forces&rsquo; needs were evaluated in order to send the relevant information to Washington and European capitals.&rdquo;
However, US President Donald Trump has begun to limit some aspects of American cooperation with Ukraine, including in Wiesbaden, as he seeks to de-escalate the war.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zaluzhnyi said that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, former commander-in-chief and current ambassador to the UK revealed the US-Ukrainian military headquarters in Germany, calling it a "secret weapon" for planning military operations during the war with Russia. Zaluzhnyi said the headquarters is located in Wiesbaden, Germany, adding that it has become a secret weapon for our partners. "This headquarters has truly become a secret weapon for our partners and me in planning operations and formulating the requirements for their implementation," Zaluzhnyi said in a post on Facebook on April 8. Also read: Russia invites Indian PM Modi to attend 80th ‘Victory Day’ parade marking end of WW2 He further said that in the beginning, the coordination centre took shape in April 2002 at the US European Command in Stuttgart, Germany, before moving to Wiesbaden. Zaluzhnyi highlighted that the headquarters allowed Ukrainian and NATO planners to assess operational needs in real-time and shape logistics accordingly. Despite backing Russia in several terms, the US-Ukrainian joint operational headquarters came in picture to asses the need for weapons and equipment for Ukraine. "Over time, we realized that we needed a joint operational headquarters with our partners to assess the needs for weapons and equipment based on the planning of operations," he wrote. Also read: 'How is China going to respond?': Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Zelensky demands answers from Beijing He stressed that the need became critical in the summer of 2022 when Western partners questioned the utility of some weapons Ukraine was requesting. What does the HQ help with? The HQ is also supported by the UK and enables the planning of operations, coordination of logistics, and NATO-standard formulation of requirements. It also helped conduct war games, forecast battlefield needs, and relay supply demands directly to Washington and European capitals, Zaluzhnyi said. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks “The headquarters is where operations were planned, war simulations were held, and the Ukrainian armed forces’ needs were evaluated in order to send the relevant information to Washington and European capitals.” However, US President Donald Trump has begun to limit some aspects of American cooperation with Ukraine, including in Wiesbaden, as he seeks to de-escalate the war. Also read: Explainer: Russia's mysterious nuclear-armed Poseidon torpedo can annihilate a city. But some say it's not even real (With inputs from agencies)

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that two Chinese nationals have been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine.
In other news, US President Donald Trump held a phone call with South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo.
Meanwhile, US&nbsp;Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that China is making a 'big mistake' with its retaliatory tariffs amid the trade war.
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Top 10 world news: Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Trump holds call with S Korea's Han

Ukrainian President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mole-inside-volodymyr-zelensky-ukraine-lie-detectors-us-mineral-deal-with-trump-leaks-8930450" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Volodymyr Zelensky</a> has said that two Chinese nationals have been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine. 
Writing in a social media post on Tuesday, Zelensky wrote, &ldquo;Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.&rdquo;
He added that Ukrainian authorities are in possession of the men&rsquo;s documents, bank cards, and personal information. A video clip of one of the captured Chinese fighters was also shared in the post.
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<h2>Ukraine demands answers from China</h2>
Zelensky said he had instructed Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to urgently contact Chinese officials for an explanation. &ldquo;I have instructed the foreign minister of Ukraine to immediately contact Beijing and find out how China is going to respond to this,&rdquo; he said.
Kyiv has also called on allies to respond. &ldquo;A reaction from the United States, Europe, and everyone in the world who wants peace&rdquo; is needed, Zelensky added.
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<h2>More Chinese fighters in Russian ranks?</h2>
According to Zelensky, there is evidence that the involvement of Chinese nationals is not limited to the two men captured. "We have information suggesting that there are many more Chinese citizens in the occupier's units than just these two. We are currently verifying all the facts&mdash;intelligence, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the relevant units of the Armed Forces are working on it," he said.
"Russia's involvement of China, along with other countries, whether directly or indirectly, in this war in Europe is a clear signal that Putin intends to do anything but end the war. He is looking for ways to continue fighting. This definitely requires a response," he added.
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Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops encountered a group of six Chinese soldiers near the villages of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka in the Donetsk region.
At a joint press conference with Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, Zelensky said, &ldquo;There is a difference: the North Koreans fought against us in the Kursk direction, the Chinese are fighting on the territory of Ukraine.&rdquo;
<h2>Diplomatic fallout between Ukraine and China</h2>
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine has summoned China's charge d'affaires to voice condemnation and demand an official response.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sybiha wrote, &ldquo;Chinese citizens fighting as part of Russia&rsquo;s invasion army in Ukraine puts into question China&rsquo;s declared stance for peace and undermines Beijing&rsquo;s credibility as a responsible permanent member of the UN Security Council.&rdquo;
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While China has repeatedly insisted it remains neutral in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and claims not to be arming either side, it remains a close ally of Moscow. The Chinese government has never condemned the invasion, and NATO countries have labelled Beijing a &ldquo;decisive enabler&rdquo; of the war.
Zelensky has long urged China to use its influence over Moscow to help end the war. So far, however, Beijing has taken no such steps, despite mounting pressure.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zelensky wrote, “Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that two Chinese nationals have been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine. Writing in a social media post on Tuesday, Zelensky wrote, “Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.” He added that Ukrainian authorities are in possession of the men’s documents, bank cards, and personal information. A video clip of one of the captured Chinese fighters was also shared in the post. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks Ukraine demands answers from China Zelensky said he had instructed Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to urgently contact Chinese officials for an explanation. “I have instructed the foreign minister of Ukraine to immediately contact Beijing and find out how China is going to respond to this,” he said. Kyiv has also called on allies to respond. “A reaction from the United States, Europe, and everyone in the world who wants peace” is needed, Zelensky added. Also read: 'They are afraid to say Russian': Zelensky blasts 'weak' US response after Russian strike kills 9 children in his home city More Chinese fighters in Russian ranks? According to Zelensky, there is evidence that the involvement of Chinese nationals is not limited to the two men captured. "We have information suggesting that there are many more Chinese citizens in the occupier's units than just these two. We are currently verifying all the facts—intelligence, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the relevant units of the Armed Forces are working on it," he said. "Russia's involvement of China, along with other countries, whether directly or indirectly, in this war in Europe is a clear signal that Putin intends to do anything but end the war. He is looking for ways to continue fighting. This definitely requires a response," he added. Also read: Ukraine war: 18, including 9 children, killed in Zelensky's hometown, Moscow says was targeting 'military' Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops encountered a group of six Chinese soldiers near the villages of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka in the Donetsk region. At a joint press conference with Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, Zelensky said, “There is a difference: the North Koreans fought against us in the Kursk direction, the Chinese are fighting on the territory of Ukraine.” Diplomatic fallout between Ukraine and China Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine has summoned China's charge d'affaires to voice condemnation and demand an official response. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sybiha wrote, “Chinese citizens fighting as part of Russia’s invasion army in Ukraine puts into question China’s declared stance for peace and undermines Beijing’s credibility as a responsible permanent member of the UN Security Council.” Also read: How did Russia's 'slush fund' head Kirill Dmitriev become Putin's mouthpiece to Trump? While China has repeatedly insisted it remains neutral in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and claims not to be arming either side, it remains a close ally of Moscow. The Chinese government has never condemned the invasion, and NATO countries have labelled Beijing a “decisive enabler” of the war. Zelensky has long urged China to use its influence over Moscow to help end the war. So far, however, Beijing has taken no such steps, despite mounting pressure. (With inputs from agencies)

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The US is reportedly pressuring Kyiv to accept a major mineral deal that would grant American firms access to 50% of Ukraine’s rare earth reserves. While the UN states Ukraine holds 5% of the world’s supply, experts warn fresh studies are needed to fully assess the value. With no security guarantees and the war still ongoing, questions remain about who truly benefits from this deal.

Ukraine’s rare earth riches spark US push for strategic mineral deal

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week to begin further negotiations on a new draft of the rare earth minerals deal that would give the US access to Ukraine's mineral resources, Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said, according to a report.
&ldquo;The new draft agreement from the U.S. shows that the intention to create a fund or jointly invest remains,&rdquo; Svyrydenko told the Associated Press, during a trip to northern Ukraine.
The Ukrainian delegation will include representatives from the Ministries of Economy, Foreign Affairs, Justice and Finance.&nbsp;
Svyrydenko said, "What we have now is a document that reflects the position of the U.S. Treasury legal team. This is not a final version, it&rsquo;s not a joint position.&rdquo;
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She added that Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to the US for technical talks as early as next week.&nbsp;
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s clear that the full parameters of this agreement can&rsquo;t be discussed online,&rdquo; Svyrydenko said. &ldquo;We need to sit down with the teams and continue the conversation in person.&rdquo;
The US and Ukraine were supposed to sign the minerals deal in February, however the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not turn out well, which postponed the signing of the deal.&nbsp;
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<h2>What is there in the new draft?</h2>
The new document presents a new US proposal that goes beyond a previous framework agreed upon in February.&nbsp;
The new draft includes not only rare-earth minerals but gas and oil too.&nbsp;
However, the new draft got leaked, following which, Zelensky ordered a formal investigation into the leak of a recent US proposal concerning profits from Ukraine&rsquo;s energy and mineral assets.&nbsp;
The leak comes as tensions grow between Kyiv and the Trump administration over the conditions of a proposed agreement involving critical energy and mineral resources.
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The draft agreement was made public on 26 March by opposition MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, who claimed to have obtained a copy. Speaking at a press briefing on 28 March, Zelensky called the leak &ldquo;strange&rdquo; and questioned how the information had been passed on. &ldquo;I wonder who is transmitting this information,&rdquo; he said.
Notably, Ukraine holds significant deposits of more than 20 minerals, which are deemed critical by the US, including titanium, which is used to make aircraft wings, lithium, key to several battery technologies, and uranium, used in nuclear power.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to US for technical talks as early as next week.

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week to begin further negotiations on a new draft of the rare earth minerals deal that would give the US access to Ukraine's mineral resources, Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said, according to a report. “The new draft agreement from the U.S. shows that the intention to create a fund or jointly invest remains,” Svyrydenko told the Associated Press, during a trip to northern Ukraine. The Ukrainian delegation will include representatives from the Ministries of Economy, Foreign Affairs, Justice and Finance. Svyrydenko said, "What we have now is a document that reflects the position of the U.S. Treasury legal team. This is not a final version, it’s not a joint position.” Also read: 'In exchange for military support': US proposes new minerals deal for Ukraine, Zelensky says 'This is important' She added that Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to the US for technical talks as early as next week. “It’s clear that the full parameters of this agreement can’t be discussed online,” Svyrydenko said. “We need to sit down with the teams and continue the conversation in person.” The US and Ukraine were supposed to sign the minerals deal in February, however the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not turn out well, which postponed the signing of the deal. Also read: Trump speech: Zelensky offers to sign minerals deal 'any time', says US president What is there in the new draft? The new document presents a new US proposal that goes beyond a previous framework agreed upon in February. The new draft includes not only rare-earth minerals but gas and oil too. However, the new draft got leaked, following which, Zelensky ordered a formal investigation into the leak of a recent US proposal concerning profits from Ukraine’s energy and mineral assets. The leak comes as tensions grow between Kyiv and the Trump administration over the conditions of a proposed agreement involving critical energy and mineral resources. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks The draft agreement was made public on 26 March by opposition MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, who claimed to have obtained a copy. Speaking at a press briefing on 28 March, Zelensky called the leak “strange” and questioned how the information had been passed on. “I wonder who is transmitting this information,” he said. Notably, Ukraine holds significant deposits of more than 20 minerals, which are deemed critical by the US, including titanium, which is used to make aircraft wings, lithium, key to several battery technologies, and uranium, used in nuclear power. Also read: Zelensky invites US companies to invest in Ukraine's rare earths (With inputs from agencies)

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