It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on and there's no end to the conflict in sight. Now, Ukraine claims fresh Russian strikes.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine claims fresh Russian strikes

NATO held an emergency meeting to investigate whether Ukraine or Russia was responsible for the missile strike in Poland. NATO chief has said the missile was fired by Ukraine, but it is not at fault, as Russia bears the ultimate responsibility.

WION Fineprint | NATO chief: Ukraine not at fault for missile strike in Poland

A day after G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', Russian-made missile has hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the South eastern village, which is just 6.4 kms away from the Ukrainian border. Now, NATO Chief addressed media on the whole matter.

NATO Chief addresses media after missile hits Poland: 'This is not Ukraine's fault'

A day after G20 meet leaders agreed that 'today's era must not be of war', Russian-made missile has hit a village in Poland. At least two Polish citizens have been killed in the incident, late on Tuesday, the missiles landed in the South eastern village, which is just 6.4 kms away from the Ukrainian border.

'Russian-made missile' hits Poland: Warsaw likely to invoke NATO Article 4

The United Nations General Assembly has voted in favor of holding Russia accountable for its crimes in Ukraine. The resolution was supported by 94 out of 193 members.

UNGA votes to hold Russia accountable for Ukraine crimes

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. There is no end in sight for the conflict yet. Now, Kremlin confirms US-Russia talks in Ankara.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin confirms US-Russia talks in Ankara

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. There is no end in sight for the conflict yet. Now, Zelensky accuses Russia of atrocities.

In Kherson, 'evidence' of war crimes: Zelensky accuses Russia of atrocities

The Ukrainian army has said that it has made more gains in the Kherson region after Russia ordered for its troops to be withdrawn.

Ukrainian troops liberate Kherson as Russia withdraw forces

What is seen as the major blow to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have been ordered to pull out of the Ukrainian city of Kherson. Watch this report.

Russia begins pulling out of Kherson; Ukraine skeptical, fears a Russian trap

Russia has faced multiple setbacks in the Ukraine war. Moscow's forces have retreated from Kherson. Will Russia resort to using EMP weapons to try and turn the tide? Neha Khanna brings you the details

WION Fineprint | Russia planning to use EMP weapons in Ukraine?

The Ukrainian army has said that it has made more gains in the Kherson region after Russia ordered for its troops to be withdrawn. Now, Russian missile strike kills six in Mykolaiv.

Russia's withdrawal from Kherson: Russian missile strike kills six in Mykolaiv

The Ukrainian army has said that it has made more gains in the Kherson region after Russia ordered for its troops to be withdrawn. In Kherson retreat, a chance for peace? Watch this report to know more.

Russia-Ukraine War: In Kherson retreat, a chance for peace?

Russia has ordered its troops to withdraw from Kherson. A city it said would remain Russian territory 'forever'. What explains this retreat Molly Gambhir brings you a report.

Gravitas: Russia asks troops to withdraw from Kherson

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

“Focus all [your] energy on fighting, work hard on fighting and improve [your] capability to win,” he was quoted as saying.

Xi, who recently secured a third term as the general secretary of CCP, made these remarks came during a visit to a command centre of the Central Military Commission— the high command of PLA.

He holds three powerful posts of the head of the party, the military, and the presidency.

He reportedly instructed the army must “resolutely defend national sovereignty and national security”, claiming that China was in an “unstable and uncertain” security situation. said.

Xi said that the world is undergoing more profound changes unseen in a century and stressed that China's national security is facing increased instability and uncertainty, and its military tasks remain arduous.

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The Chinese leader said the entire military should devote all its energy to carry out all its work for combat readiness, enhance its capability to fight and win, and effectively fulfill its missions and tasks, state-run Xinhua news agency reported.

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Xi instructed them to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and successfully complete various tasks entrusted by the party and the people, the report said.

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Aside from holding the president post, and being elected as leader of the CCP, Xi is also the head of the military. He is the second leader after the party founder Mao Zedong to continue in power after completing 10-year tenure.

"We will strengthen the normal and diversified use of military forces, carry out military struggles with determination and flexibility, shape the security posture, contain crises and conflicts, and win local wars," he said

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

Chinese President Xi Jinping has asked the People’s Liberation of Army (PLA) to prepare for war, according to People’s Daily newspaper, a mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). “Focus all [your] energy on fighting, work hard on fighting and improve [your] capability to win,” he was quoted as saying. Xi, who recently secured a third term as the general secretary of CCP, made these remarks came during a visit to a command centre of the Central Military Commission— the high command of PLA. He holds three powerful posts of the head of the party, the military, and the presidency. He reportedly instructed the army must “resolutely defend national sovereignty and national security”, claiming that China was in an “unstable and uncertain” security situation. said. Xi said that the world is undergoing more profound changes unseen in a century and stressed that China's national security is facing increased instability and uncertainty, and its military tasks remain arduous. Watch | WION Wideangle | Xi Jinping: Decoding one-man rule The Chinese leader said the entire military should devote all its energy to carry out all its work for combat readiness, enhance its capability to fight and win, and effectively fulfill its missions and tasks, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Also read | China's economic hub Guangzhou under lockdown; 2,500 new cases reported Xi instructed them to resolutely safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests, and successfully complete various tasks entrusted by the party and the people, the report said. Also read | US President Biden hails results, calls it ‘a good day for democracy’ Aside from holding the president post, and being elected as leader of the CCP, Xi is also the head of the military. He is the second leader after the party founder Mao Zedong to continue in power after completing 10-year tenure. "We will strengthen the normal and diversified use of military forces, carry out military struggles with determination and flexibility, shape the security posture, contain crises and conflicts, and win local wars," he said (With inputs from agencies)\ WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Chinese President Xi Jinping asks army to ‘prepare for war’

Russian President Vladimir Putin will skip the G20 leader summit which is scheduled to be held on November 15th and 16th in Bali, according to the Russian embassy. The Chief protocol at the embassy said that Putin's program is still being worked out and that he could participate virtually.

Putin will not go to Indonesia for G20 Summit; Sergei Lavrov to lead the Russian delegation

Kherson is a southern state in Ukraine and these last eight months when the war has been underway, it has brought unprecedented changes in this region. The pro-Kremlin region has complained of no power, no water in the area.

War in Ukraine | Zelensky: Hundreds of Russians killed daily near Donetsk

The Ukrainian government made it clear on Tuesday once again that it will not negotiate with Kremlin until the Russian military has left Ukrainian territory including Crimea. President Volodymyr Zelensky added that Ukraine will continue its fight even if it is "stabbed in the back by its allies”.&nbsp;

"Once again - the restoration of territorial integrity, respect for the U.N. Charter, compensation for all damages caused by the war, punishment of every war criminal, and guarantees that this will not happen again. These are completely understandable conditions," Zelensky said in his address.&nbsp;

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There have been certain reports which claimed that Ukraine can take a softer stance when it comes to negotiations with Russia after a prolonged discussion with the United States. The reports also suggested that it can be the result of doubts regarding US support for Ukraine after the mid-term elections.&nbsp;

According to Reuters, Zelensky’s comments were made in relation to the reports and he went on to say that "we always received insane Russian responses with new terrorist attacks, shelling or blackmail".&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;War in Ukraine | Zelensky: Hundreds of Russians killed daily near Donetsk

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Ukraine has hardened its stance even more since the annexation of four regions - Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson – following referendums that were considered to be “sham” by western countries. Zelensky adviser Mykhailo Podolyak supported the stance as he told Italy's La Repubblica newspaper that "negotiating with Putin would mean giving up, and we would never give him this gift".&nbsp;

In the past few months, Ukraine has made a steady comeback in various regions as resistance forces have successfully recaptured some parts. The conflict has intensified considerably in Kherson where Russia has already ordered evacuations as missile strikes have gone up in key areas.&nbsp;

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The Ukrainian government made it clear on Tuesday once again that it will not negotiate with Kremlin until the Russian military has left Ukrainian territory including Crimea.

The Ukrainian government made it clear on Tuesday once again that it will not negotiate with Kremlin until the Russian military has left Ukrainian territory including Crimea. President Volodymyr Zelensky added that Ukraine will continue its fight even if it is "stabbed in the back by its allies”. "Once again - the restoration of territorial integrity, respect for the U.N. Charter, compensation for all damages caused by the war, punishment of every war criminal, and guarantees that this will not happen again. These are completely understandable conditions," Zelensky said in his address. Also read | Iran protests: After lawmakers' appeal, Iran judiciary speaks tough There have been certain reports which claimed that Ukraine can take a softer stance when it comes to negotiations with Russia after a prolonged discussion with the United States. The reports also suggested that it can be the result of doubts regarding US support for Ukraine after the mid-term elections. According to Reuters, Zelensky’s comments were made in relation to the reports and he went on to say that "we always received insane Russian responses with new terrorist attacks, shelling or blackmail". WATCH | War in Ukraine | Zelensky: Hundreds of Russians killed daily near Donetsk Ukraine has hardened its stance even more since the annexation of four regions - Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson – following referendums that were considered to be “sham” by western countries. Zelensky adviser Mykhailo Podolyak supported the stance as he told Italy's La Repubblica newspaper that "negotiating with Putin would mean giving up, and we would never give him this gift". In the past few months, Ukraine has made a steady comeback in various regions as resistance forces have successfully recaptured some parts. The conflict has intensified considerably in Kherson where Russia has already ordered evacuations as missile strikes have gone up in key areas.

Ukraine refuses to negotiate with Russia before complete evacuation of forces

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War in Ukraine: Russia loses ground after referendum

The Ukrainian government has decided to take control of five companies which included engine maker Sich PJSC and oil producer Ukrnafta PJSC, according to a report on Bloomberg.&nbsp;Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council,&nbsp;said that the decision was taken to “help in the war effort” as the ongoing conflict with Russia wages on. The Ukrainian forces have regained a lot of ground in the past few months and the government is looking to use this move to boost their current position.&nbsp;

The move was also defended by defence minister Oleksii Reznikov who said that this move should not be seen as “nationalisation of resources” and the companies will be returned once the conflict ends.&nbsp;

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Reznikov also thanked the United States, Norway, and Spain for providing NASAMS and Aspide air-defense systems as Russian air strikes have almost doubled in recent times. “We will continue to shoot down the enemy targets attacking us,” Reznikov said in a tweet according to Reuters.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv continued to experience massive power cuts due to Russian attacks on key infrastructures around the city. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko told the citizens on Monday that the situation can remain the same and they can face many similar situations during the winter.&nbsp;

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We are doing everything to avoid this. But let’s be frank, our enemies are doing everything for the city to be without heat, without electricity, without water supply, in general, so we all die," Klitschko said. &nbsp;

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also confirmed that over 4.5 million people are currently living without&nbsp;electricity due to “mass attacks on our infrastructure” by the Russian military.&nbsp;

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The Ukrainian government has decided to take control of five companies which included engine maker Sich PJSC and oil producer Ukrnafta PJSC, according to a report on Bloomberg.

The Ukrainian government has decided to take control of five companies which included engine maker Sich PJSC and oil producer Ukrnafta PJSC, according to a report on Bloomberg. Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, said that the decision was taken to “help in the war effort” as the ongoing conflict with Russia wages on. The Ukrainian forces have regained a lot of ground in the past few months and the government is looking to use this move to boost their current position. The move was also defended by defence minister Oleksii Reznikov who said that this move should not be seen as “nationalisation of resources” and the companies will be returned once the conflict ends. Also read | COP27 LIVE | We’re on highway to climate hell, UN chief tells world leaders Reznikov also thanked the United States, Norway, and Spain for providing NASAMS and Aspide air-defense systems as Russian air strikes have almost doubled in recent times. “We will continue to shoot down the enemy targets attacking us,” Reznikov said in a tweet according to Reuters. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv continued to experience massive power cuts due to Russian attacks on key infrastructures around the city. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko told the citizens on Monday that the situation can remain the same and they can face many similar situations during the winter. Also read | Russian troops looting & occupying homes in Kherson for street fight: Ukraine We are doing everything to avoid this. But let’s be frank, our enemies are doing everything for the city to be without heat, without electricity, without water supply, in general, so we all die," Klitschko said. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also confirmed that over 4.5 million people are currently living without electricity due to “mass attacks on our infrastructure” by the Russian military.

Ukraine announces 'strategic requisitions' of five companies for war effort

A replica of a famous Soviet War memorial in Berlin was officially opened in the Siberian city of Kemerovo on Thursday, dedicated to the military prowess of Siberians who fought in World War II.

Replica of Berlin's Soviet War Memorial erected in Russia's Kemerovo

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. As the war drags on, the use of drones in the conflict is only increasing. Watch this video to find out how Starlink is offering Ukrainian soldiers an edge over Russian troops.

The drone battle: How Starlink offers Ukrainians an edge over Russian troops

Russia's weekend pullout from an UN-brokered deal to export Black Sea grains is likely to hit shipments to import-dependent countries, deepening a global food crisis and sparking gains in prices.

Russia pulls out of UN-brokered grain deal. How will it impact global food prices?

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.&nbsp;

A day after Russia claimed a&nbsp;"massive" drone attack on the Black Sea Fleet in the Crimean port city of Sevastopol, a new video has emerged showing that Russia’s Admiral Makarov vessel was damaged and most likely disabled by the Ukrainian attack over the weekend.

Russia had accused British troops of being involved in Saturday's attack, inviting a sharp retort from UK Ministry of Defence which said Moscow was "peddling false claims of an epic scale".

According to the open-source investigation by GeoConfirmed community, the Russian Navy’s frigate was attacked by a “swarm of drones” at 4.20 am on Sunday.

After examining the clips, it said, “Only Admiral Makarov matches this class for the Black Sea Fleet.”

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The video stops when a drone reaches the Russian boat, it added, with the unmanned vessel “likely” blowing up on impact, it said.

The clip showed the unmanned vehicle hovering over the Russian boats near the southern part of Sevastopol in an area known as Riflemen’s Bay. A Russian navy school is reportedly located nearby.

A Ukrainian journalist, Andriy Tsaplienko, had shared dramatic footage shot by a drone in action off the Crimea coast in which it appeared to dodge bullets hitting the water on its way to a target ship.

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The Russian defence ministry has claimed that Ukraine used nine air and seven sea drones, most of which were intercepted.

However, the ministry did not mention any damages to Admiral Makarov. Though it admitted to “minor damage” to a minesweeper, the Ivan Golubets.

Kremlin on Sunday said that they have recovered the drones and are being analysed. They said that the drones were equipped with Canadian-made navigation modules.

Though Ukraine has kept mum over the incident, the Guardian reported that aides to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hinted at the country’s role in the Saturday attack.

(With inputs from agencies)

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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. A day after Russia claimed a "massive" drone attack on the Black Sea Fleet in the Crimean port city of Sevastopol, a new video has emerged showing that Russia’s Admiral Makarov vessel was damaged and most likely disabled by the Ukrainian attack over the weekend. Russia had accused British troops of being involved in Saturday's attack, inviting a sharp retort from UK Ministry of Defence which said Moscow was "peddling false claims of an epic scale". According to the open-source investigation by GeoConfirmed community, the Russian Navy’s frigate was attacked by a “swarm of drones” at 4.20 am on Sunday. After examining the clips, it said, “Only Admiral Makarov matches this class for the Black Sea Fleet.” The first videos emerged this morning. Video 01: Explosion in distance, filmed by a fixed camera. 44.64545, 33.53681 02/ pic.twitter.com/KRM1sVQZoq — GeoConfirmed (@GeoConfirmed) October 29, 2022 × The video stops when a drone reaches the Russian boat, it added, with the unmanned vessel “likely” blowing up on impact, it said. The clip showed the unmanned vehicle hovering over the Russian boats near the southern part of Sevastopol in an area known as Riflemen’s Bay. A Russian navy school is reportedly located nearby. A Ukrainian journalist, Andriy Tsaplienko, had shared dramatic footage shot by a drone in action off the Crimea coast in which it appeared to dodge bullets hitting the water on its way to a target ship. Very epic footages from today's attack by drones on the Port in Sevastopol, Crimea /1 pic.twitter.com/9kDbDBkWPV — Special Kherson Cat 🐈🇺🇦 (@bayraktar_1love) October 29, 2022 × The Russian defence ministry has claimed that Ukraine used nine air and seven sea drones, most of which were intercepted. However, the ministry did not mention any damages to Admiral Makarov. Though it admitted to “minor damage” to a minesweeper, the Ivan Golubets. Kremlin on Sunday said that they have recovered the drones and are being analysed. They said that the drones were equipped with Canadian-made navigation modules. Though Ukraine has kept mum over the incident, the Guardian reported that aides to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy hinted at the country’s role in the Saturday attack. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Russia’s Black Sea Fleet was damaged by Ukrainian drone attacks in Crimea: Report

After eight long months, the war in Ukraine is getting increasingly worst and uglier by the day. In the latest, Russia's black sea fleet came under attack in Sevastopol. Moscow said, the attack was carried out under guidance of British specialists.

Drone attack in Crimea's Sevastopol; Russia backs out of Ukraine grain deal

Russia's black sea fleet came under attack in Sevastopol. Moscow said, the attack was carried out under guidance of British specialists and UK helped Ukraine in planning the attack.

Ukraine war: 'Massive' drone attack in Crimea; Russia blames Ukraine, UK

'Massive' drone attack in Sevastopol; Russia alleges British hand in attack

The recent events in Ukraine, as well as some Ukrainian officials' allegations that Iran gave drones to Russia many years ago, and Moscow's employment of unmanned aircraft in the fight, were all brought up by the Iranian foreign minister, FNA reported.

The comments were made by Amir Abdollahian to Gordan Grlic-Radman, the foreign and European affairs minister of Croatia, over the phone.

“We have always been and still are strongly opposed to war and to the arming of any warring side and we have told the Ukrainian officials to show any evidence they have that would prove the use of Iranian drones in the Ukraine war,” Amir Abdollahian said.

The top diplomat emphasised that although Iran and Russia have long-standing defence ties, Tehran neither endorsed nor provided Russia with any weapons developed in Iran for use in the conflict in Ukraine.&nbsp;

Tehran has consistently dismissed as unfounded accusations that it has sent drones to Russia for use in the continuing conflict with Ukraine. Iranian officials cautioned that arming Moscow or Kyiv would only serve to prolong the confrontation between the two neighbours and repeated that Tehran will not support either side in the Russia-Ukraine issue.&nbsp;

The Council of the Ministers of the European Union's "wrong move" against Tehran, which was taken "based on a set of false information," was also mentioned by the foreign minister of Iran.

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Iran is mulling a suitable retaliation in kind to the EU decision, according to Amir Abdollahian.&nbsp;

Iranian officials empathised&nbsp;for not taking sides in the brutal conflict and refraining from doing any actions that would cause the crisis to worsen. They reaffirmed their aversion to violence between the two nations and emphasised Iran's impartial stance on the issue.

(with inputs from agencies)

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The recent events in Ukraine, as well as some Ukrainian officials' allegations that Iran gave drones to Russia many years ago, and Moscow's employment of unmanned aircraft in the fight, were all brought up by the Iranian foreign minister, FNA reported.

The recent events in Ukraine, as well as some Ukrainian officials' allegations that Iran gave drones to Russia many years ago, and Moscow's employment of unmanned aircraft in the fight, were all brought up by the Iranian foreign minister, FNA reported. The comments were made by Amir Abdollahian to Gordan Grlic-Radman, the foreign and European affairs minister of Croatia, over the phone. “We have always been and still are strongly opposed to war and to the arming of any warring side and we have told the Ukrainian officials to show any evidence they have that would prove the use of Iranian drones in the Ukraine war,” Amir Abdollahian said. The top diplomat emphasised that although Iran and Russia have long-standing defence ties, Tehran neither endorsed nor provided Russia with any weapons developed in Iran for use in the conflict in Ukraine. Tehran has consistently dismissed as unfounded accusations that it has sent drones to Russia for use in the continuing conflict with Ukraine. Iranian officials cautioned that arming Moscow or Kyiv would only serve to prolong the confrontation between the two neighbours and repeated that Tehran will not support either side in the Russia-Ukraine issue. The Council of the Ministers of the European Union's "wrong move" against Tehran, which was taken "based on a set of false information," was also mentioned by the foreign minister of Iran. Also Read: At Diwali event, Rishi Sunak hopes to build a Britain where children can 'light their diyas' Iran is mulling a suitable retaliation in kind to the EU decision, according to Amir Abdollahian. Iranian officials empathised for not taking sides in the brutal conflict and refraining from doing any actions that would cause the crisis to worsen. They reaffirmed their aversion to violence between the two nations and emphasised Iran's impartial stance on the issue. (with inputs from agencies)

Iran asks Ukraine to offer evidence of use of Iranian drones in war

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the ongoing crisis in Ukraine is Moscow’s attempt to "defend its right to exist" as western countries try to “destroy the country”. Putin also accused the countries of interfering in the region and trying to disrupt its existing peace.

He further warned that the world is facing "probably the most dangerous" decade since the end of World War II.

"Russia is not challenging the elites of the West, Russia is just trying to defend its right to exist," Putin said during his annual speech at Russian think tank Valdai Club according to Reuters.

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"Ahead is probably the most dangerous, unpredictable and at the same time important decade since the end of the Second World War," Putin said before adding the situation will "to a certain extent revolutionary" as the west try to "destroy (Russia), wipe if off the face of the political map."

Putin also said that the need for Russia’s victory in the crisis is very important for the world as the result can end up creating "tectonic shifts of the entire world order".

"The historical period of undivided dominance of the West in world affairs is coming to an end. The unipolar world is becoming a thing of the past," he said.

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"We are at a historical frontier," he added.

Earlier, Russian diplomat Konstantin Vorontsov said that the “trend” of using western satellites can cause harm to both Russia and Ukraine.

"Quasi-civilian infrastructure may be a legitimate target for a retaliatory strike."

"We are talking about the involvement of components of civilian space infrastructure, including commercial, by the United States and its allies in armed conflicts," Vorontsov said. 
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the ongoing crisis in Ukraine is Moscow’s attempt to "defend its right to exist" as western countries try to “destroy the country”.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that the ongoing crisis in Ukraine is Moscow’s attempt to "defend its right to exist" as western countries try to “destroy the country”. Putin also accused the countries of interfering in the region and trying to disrupt its existing peace. He further warned that the world is facing "probably the most dangerous" decade since the end of World War II. "Russia is not challenging the elites of the West, Russia is just trying to defend its right to exist," Putin said during his annual speech at Russian think tank Valdai Club according to Reuters. Also read | Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow warns of targeting West satellites helping Ukraine "Ahead is probably the most dangerous, unpredictable and at the same time important decade since the end of the Second World War," Putin said before adding the situation will "to a certain extent revolutionary" as the west try to "destroy (Russia), wipe if off the face of the political map." Putin also said that the need for Russia’s victory in the crisis is very important for the world as the result can end up creating "tectonic shifts of the entire world order". "The historical period of undivided dominance of the West in world affairs is coming to an end. The unipolar world is becoming a thing of the past," he said. Also read | Is United States accelerating plans to upgrade nukes at NATO bases in Europe? "We are at a historical frontier," he added. Earlier, Russian diplomat Konstantin Vorontsov said that the “trend” of using western satellites can cause harm to both Russia and Ukraine. "Quasi-civilian infrastructure may be a legitimate target for a retaliatory strike." "We are talking about the involvement of components of civilian space infrastructure, including commercial, by the United States and its allies in armed conflicts," Vorontsov said.

World facing most dangerous decade since World War II, Russia defending its right to exist: Putin

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Now, Ukrainians expect a tough fight for Kherson.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainians expect a tough fight for Kherson

The crucial southern province of Kherson, which is partially under Russian control, will see "the heaviest of battles," according to a senior Ukrainian official, who also said that Moscow's military is fortifying itself to stave off advancing Ukrainian soldiers.&nbsp;

The largest metropolitan centre Russia still controls since conquering it early in the invasion of Ukraine eight months ago is Kherson, the region's principal city and river port, which had a pre-war population of roughly 280,000.&nbsp;

Since early October, when Russia claimed to have annexed Kherson and three other provinces—a move denounced by 143 nations at the UN as an "attempted illegal annexation"—Ukrainian forces do not seem to have made much progress in their counteroffensive in Kherson.

"With Kherson everything is clear. The Russians are replenishing, strengthening their grouping there," in a video posted online on Tuesday night, Oleksiy Arestovych, a counsellor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, made a statement.&nbsp;

"It means that nobody is preparing to withdraw. On the contrary, the heaviest of battles is going to take place for Kherson, "Arestovych, who did not specify when the conflict would take place, said.&nbsp;

Kherson is undoubtedly the most crucial province in terms of strategy out of the four that Russian President Vladimir Putin declared to have been annexed. Both the mouth of the massive river that divides Ukraine, the Dnipro and the single land access point to the Crimean peninsula that Russia annexed in 2014 are under its authority.

Thousands of citizens have been evacuated by boat to the eastern bank of the Dnipro from the west bank of the city of Kherson, which is administered by a Russian-backed government, after receiving televised warnings that Ukrainian forces were ready to attack the city.&nbsp;

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Artillery battles continued all day Tuesday in the Mykolaiv region to the north and west of Kherson city, according to a post from the frontlines on Rybar, a pro-Russian channel on the Telegram messaging app.&nbsp;

Ukrainian soldiers attempted to strengthen their positions in the Ishchenka district, north of Kherson, but were pushed back to earlier lines, according to the report. According to it, the Ukrainian military was getting ready to advance the entire lines.&nbsp;

One of Russia's major failures in the conflict would be a loss in Kherson.

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The crucial southern province of Kherson, which is partially under Russian control, will see "the heaviest of battles," according to a senior Ukrainian official, who also said that Moscow's military is fortifying itself to stave off advancing Ukrainian soldiers.

The crucial southern province of Kherson, which is partially under Russian control, will see "the heaviest of battles," according to a senior Ukrainian official, who also said that Moscow's military is fortifying itself to stave off advancing Ukrainian soldiers. The largest metropolitan centre Russia still controls since conquering it early in the invasion of Ukraine eight months ago is Kherson, the region's principal city and river port, which had a pre-war population of roughly 280,000. Since early October, when Russia claimed to have annexed Kherson and three other provinces—a move denounced by 143 nations at the UN as an "attempted illegal annexation"—Ukrainian forces do not seem to have made much progress in their counteroffensive in Kherson. "With Kherson everything is clear. The Russians are replenishing, strengthening their grouping there," in a video posted online on Tuesday night, Oleksiy Arestovych, a counsellor to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, made a statement. "It means that nobody is preparing to withdraw. On the contrary, the heaviest of battles is going to take place for Kherson, "Arestovych, who did not specify when the conflict would take place, said. Kherson is undoubtedly the most crucial province in terms of strategy out of the four that Russian President Vladimir Putin declared to have been annexed. Both the mouth of the massive river that divides Ukraine, the Dnipro and the single land access point to the Crimean peninsula that Russia annexed in 2014 are under its authority. Thousands of citizens have been evacuated by boat to the eastern bank of the Dnipro from the west bank of the city of Kherson, which is administered by a Russian-backed government, after receiving televised warnings that Ukrainian forces were ready to attack the city. Also Read: What is a 'dirty bomb'? Russia claims Ukraine plotting detonation of dirty bomb Artillery battles continued all day Tuesday in the Mykolaiv region to the north and west of Kherson city, according to a post from the frontlines on Rybar, a pro-Russian channel on the Telegram messaging app. Ukrainian soldiers attempted to strengthen their positions in the Ishchenka district, north of Kherson, but were pushed back to earlier lines, according to the report. According to it, the Ukrainian military was getting ready to advance the entire lines. One of Russia's major failures in the conflict would be a loss in Kherson. (with inputs from agencies)

Kherson to be ground for 'heaviest of battles' between Russia and Ukraine

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