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Russia 'recruiting female prisoners' to contribute to Ukraine war, report claims

Dozens of Russian and Ukrainian prisoners of war have returned home after a swap between the two countries who have been at war for almost a year now. The officials on both sides confirmed the prisoners-of-war swap on Saturday.

Russia, Ukraine swap dozens of prisoners of war, Moscow thanks UAE for mediation

According to the defence minister of Ukraine, Russia is preparing a significant new offensive that might start as early as February 24. Oleksii Reznikov claimed that Moscow had gathered thousands of soldiers and could "try something" to commemorate the first invasion anniversary last year.

War in Ukraine | Ukrainian Defence Minister: Russia planning 24 February offensive

A coalition of 12 nations will deliver 120 to 140 Western tanks to Ukraine in the "first wave" of deliveries, according to foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba. This month, as Moscow stepped up its efforts to win small-scale gains in eastern Ukraine, Kyiv was able to get commitments from the West to provide main battle tanks to help thwart an invasion.

War in Ukraine: Kyiv to get 120-140 Western tanks in first installment

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the imposition of sanctions on 182 Russian and Belarusian companies, and three individuals in a bid to block connections between Moscow, Minsk and his country.

Ukraine slaps sanctions on 182 Russian, Belarusian companies, three individuals

You may have seen many Sci-Fi movies. You may have enjoyed scenes with robots fighting each other. But let us tell you, killer robots are no longer limited to the fictional world. Fighting robots are now becoming a real threat. These robots are turning out to be quite dangerous. In fact, the future is uncertain if the countries continue to design such killer robots aggressively. Watch the story for more details.

Killer robots: The weapons of war | Tech It Out

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday (January 27) criticised supporters of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, days after a video emerged showing Novak Djokovic's father posing for pictures with fans holding Russian flags.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese reiterates support for Ukraine

Russia launched a rush-hour barrage of missiles towards Ukraine on Thursday (January 26), killing at least one person, the day after Kyiv secured Western pledges of dozens of modern battle tanks to try to push back the Russian invasion.

Kyiv residents take shelter in underground metro stations amid Russian missile strikes

The ancient centre of Odessa, a port city in Ukraine that is sometimes referred to as "the pearl of the Black Sea," was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List on Wednesday (January 25) despite opposition from Russia.

Ukrainian port city of Odessa wins UNESCO status despite Russian resistance

Following a months-long bloody battle, Ukrainian forces have pulled back from the eastern salt-mining Soledar town, in what can be seen as a triumph for the Russians after a series of setbacks since the invasion last year.

Ukraine pulls back from eastern Soledar town after months-long battle against Russians

Drones could play a significant role in the event of a full-scale invasion of Taiwan, a Chinese military magazine has reported. The article further illustrates that drones can “assassinate enemy leaders” and can be utilised to minimise conflict, adding that their targets can be Taiwan’s mobile missile launchers and heavy weaponry.

Chinese military magazine gives glimpse of Beijing’s full-scale plan for Taiwan invasion

Poland has expressed a desire to supply Ukraine with German-made Leopard 2 tanks. However, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has held back so far from sending them. Watch this video to find out what is the correct procedure to re-export German tanks?

Why is Poland submitting official request to Germany for the re-export of tanks to Ukraine?

The armed Forces of Ukraine held military drills on Monday. The drills were held at a training ground in the country’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia region. Watch this video for more details.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian military holds offensive & assault drills in the Zaporizhzhia region

India imported crude oil from Russia 1 million barrels per day for the first time in December. The crude oil export to India peaked when the EU and the US imposed a price cap on Russia's seaborne oil. Watch this to know more.

Russia's crude oil export to India surged to a new record

Speaking in Berlin alongside German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, Stoltenberg called for heavier and more advanced weaponry for Ukrainian forces at a quicker pace.

Here's what NATO chief Stoltenberg said about sending weapons to Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov has arrived in South Africa. He met his South African counterpart and reportedly held discussions on bilateral relations.

Russian Foreign Minister visits S. Africa: Russia's Wagner group increasing presence across Africa

An official news outlet of the country's defence ministry, on Friday (January 20) aired footage of the joint Russian-Belarusian air force drills taking place in Belarus.

Watch: Russian & Belarusian fighter pilots hold joint drills in Belarus

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches a year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Wednesday that while it took just a few seconds for Russia to launch the war, the world took several days to enforce sanctions.

'Russia has earned a place among terrorists': Zelensky addresses the World Economic Forum

Residents in Kharkiv brave the January cold to strip off into their swimsuits and plunge into an icy pool to mark Epiphany. One of the most important holidays in the Orthodox Christian calendar, Epiphany commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan.

Watch: Residents of Ukraine's Kharkiv plunge into icy waters to mark Epiphany

In the wake of setbacks faced in the ongoing war against Ukraine, Russia has decided to make “major changes” to its military structure. Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu informed that the proposed changes to its armed forces will take place from 2023 to 2026.

Russia proposes 'major changes’ to boost capabilities of armed forces  

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, 16 people including Ukraine's Interior Minister have been killed in Kyiv chopper crash. Kyiv Police confirmed the death of the Interior Minister.

Russia-Ukraine war: 16 people including Ukraine's Interior Minister killed in Kyiv chopper crash

Ukraine says 22 people were still missing after a Russian missile struck an apartment block in the city of Dnipro killing at least 44 people.

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The cargo ship MKK 1, travelling from Ukraine to Turkey, was grounded in Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait on Monday (January 16) and traffic in the strait was suspended but no damage was reported, shipping agents Tribeca said.

A cargo ship from Ukraine grounded in Istanbul's Bosphorus strait

Large areas of eastern Ukraine were experiencing electricity cuts, Ukrainian officials said, across regions after attack by Russian troops. Watch further to know more.

War in Ukraine: Dnipro pummeled, hundreds without power | Russian strikes

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