Just days before the first US-Russia summit in four years, Russia has unleashed some of its most aggressive attacks in months striking Ukrainian defence plants, drone facilities, and key supply lines.

With fierce fighting across six regions, including the battle for Donbas, every battlefield gain could shape the talks between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.


Russian Troops Break Through Ukraine's Defensive Lines Across Eastern Frontline

In a crucial prelude to the upcoming Trump-Putin summit, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warmly welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Berlin. The leaders discuss Ukraine’s future and coordinate strategies as global attention turns to the high-stakes meeting. Stay with us for live updates and expert analysis on this pivotal moment.


German Chancellor Merz Welcomes Zelensky In Germany Ahead Of Trump-Putin Meet

All eyes are on US President Donald trump's meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin next week in Alaska for Ukraine peace talks.  But trump's claim of an economic windfall from higher tariff collections ahead of that meeting seems to be playing another narrative. In July, the US Budget deficit jumped 20 percent from a year earlier to 291 billion dollars, despite a record surge in tariff revenues.


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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed on Tuesday not to give eastern Ukrainian land to Russia, saying that abandoning the Donbas region would open the door for Russian President Vladimir Putin to “start a third war” in Ukraine.


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Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un have held a high-stakes call ahead of the upcoming Alaska summit. Experts weigh in on whether this marks the formation of a new alliance aimed against the United States. Stay tuned as we break down what this means for global security and U.S. foreign policy.


Putin And Kim Jong Un Unite Before Alaska Summit; A New Threat To The US?

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed on Tuesday not to give eastern Ukrainian land to Russia, saying that abandoning the Donbas region would open the door for Russian President Vladimir Putin to “start a third war” in Ukraine.

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Ukraine's Zelensky Rules Out Ceding Donbas Region In Deal With Russia | Trump-Putin Talks | Russia-Ukraine War


Russia Ukraine War: Ukraine's Zelensky Rules Out Ceding Donbas Region In Deal With Russia

The Russian Ministry of Defence announced that it carried out a strike on Zelensky's militant camp in Honcharivske, using two Iskander-M operational-tactical missiles.



Russia's Iskander missiles hit Ukrainian military training facility, around 200 injured or killed

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on 30 April that Russia could expand its war effort to World War II levels, claiming that “millions” of civilians are now backing the military by donating supplies and gear.

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Zelensky, after holding a meeting with Ukraine's foreign minister, announced the appointment of 16 new ambassadors to countries. He will be outlining the key priorities of Ukrainian diplomacy for the next six months.

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Amid raging war with Russia, Zelensky has been eyeing to creating its own private military companies in Ukraine. A Ukrainian lawmaker said that he is "positive" about the Ukrainian president's idea, while also calling "abstract" for now. 

Zelensky plans to build private military companies amid Russia's raging war - But is it really possible for Ukraine?

Ukrainian gamer shared intimate photos and videos of the Chinese woman from his hotel room in Shanghai, suggesting they had sex later. The woman is being expelled from college now, and several people in China are supporting the punishment. 

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The decision by Zelensky comes at a time when diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia has not yielded much results.

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'US has sent positive 'signals' on military aid', says Zelensky after call with Trump

US President Donald Trump has once again suggested that Patriot air defence systems could be supplied to Ukraine, as Russian missile strikes on cities continue to escalate.

What are Patriot missiles? Trump may send Ukraine the US’s ‘100% effective’ shield

Rheinmetall, an essential strategic partner for Ukraine, has been delivering new medium and large-calibre ammunition as war with Russia intensifies. From artillery ammunition to anti-aircraft gun, the largest German manufacturer has been helping Ukraine in building its defence against Russia.

'Battle tanks, fighting vehicles and more': What all Rheinmetall has delivered to Ukraine amid war with Russia - See pictures

The Ukrainian defence ministry on Wednesday said that it had not received advanced notice of reductions to US arms shipments, adding that ending Russia's invasion required "consistent" support.

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Duda also joined Zelensky in a wreath-laying ceremony honouring fallen soldiers at an event, which took place on Ukraine’s Constitution Day.

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The Su-35 shootdown comes shortly after Ukraine’s security agency, the SBU, launched a large-scale drone attack targeting more than 40 Russian military aircraft. 

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The video showed how Ukraine damaged 41 Russian strategic military aircraft during its biggest operation since the war began in 2022.

Ukraine's Operation Spiderweb 'unique footage' OUT! Watch how Kyiv damaged 41 Russian strategic military aircraft

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Top 10 world news: Ukraine hits bridge linked to Russia in underwater op; first religious gathering after Pahalgam attack, and more

Ukraine Security Service of Ukraine, the SBU, posted on Telegram, stating that they conducted a new unique special operation and struck the bridge for the third time.

'This time underwater': Ukraine hits Crimean bridge connecting to Russia in a unique special operation - Here's how they did it

Following the operation, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the planning of the ‘audacious’ operation was carried out from right under the Kremlin’s nose – the headquarters located right next to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB).

Operation Spider Web: Did Zelensky outsmart Putin in his own country? Will Russia retaliate against Ukraine’s audacious attack?

The second round of talks between the Ukrainian and Russian delegations has concluded in Istanbul, according to Russian state media. The negotiations lasted for an hour.

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