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Zelensky Vows to Keep Fighting as Ukraine Marks Independence Day

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed that Ukraine will continue to fight for its freedom and independence as the country marked its 34th Independence Day. He said Ukraine is “not a victim, it is a fighter,” underlining the nation’s determination to resist Russia’s invasion. Push for Peace and Sovereignty Zelensky called for a “just peace” based […]

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West Accused of Blocking Peace Talks, Lavrov Denies Civilian Targeting

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed Western nations are blocking peace efforts in Ukraine. Speaking in an interview, he alleged that European leaders were undermining negotiations and “searching for reasons to prevent talks.” He contrasted their approach with what he described as Donald Trump’s openness to diplomacy. Denial of Civilian Attacks Lavrov rejected

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Oil Prices Rise After Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Energy

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

Oil prices inched higher after Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy facilities sparked supply concerns. Brent crude was trading near $67.76 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) reached about $63.73. Damage to Russian Facilities The strikes targeted major infrastructure, including a reactor at a Russian nuclear plant, the Ust-Luga fuel export terminal,

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Russia Captures Two Villages in Donetsk Region

By BPN News Desk August 24, 2025

Moscow announced on August 23, 2025, that its troops had taken control of two more settlements in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk region. The Defence Ministry named the villages as Kleban-Byk, located northwest of Toretsk, and Seredne, closer to the border with Kharkiv region. Ukraine’s Response Kyiv has not confirmed Russia’s claims. Instead, Ukrainian officials reported that

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Pentagon Blocks Ukraine from Using U.S. Missiles – Report

By BPN News Desk August 24, 2025

The Pentagon has barred Ukraine from using U.S.-supplied long-range Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike targets deep inside Russia. The rule, in place since late spring 2025, requires final authorization from U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth before any such launch. Oversight Mechanism The approval framework was shaped by Elbridge Colby, the Undersecretary

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Trump Warns Russia of Sanctions If Ukraine Talks Fail

By BPN News Desk August 23, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Russia that “massive” sanctions or tariffs will be imposed if no progress is made on Ukraine peace talks within the next two weeks. Speaking after a series of high-level meetings, Trump said the coming days will determine “which way it’s going” for the conflict. Frustration After Alaska Summit The […]

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Ukraine Hits Oil Pipeline Supplying Hungary, Slovakia

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

On August 22, 2025, Ukrainian forces struck the Unecha oil pumping station in Russia’s Bryansk region, part of the Druzhba pipeline network. The facility is a key link for transporting Russian crude to Central Europe. The attack, carried out using drones and rockets, triggered a major fire and forced oil flows to be halted. Impact […]

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Trump Sets Two-Week Deadline for Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has said that he will decide within two weeks whether peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are showing meaningful progress. Speaking in an interview, he remarked, “Within two weeks we’re going to know one way or the other,” suggesting a short timeline to judge the effectiveness of the latest diplomatic push. […]

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Trump Says Ukraine Must Attack Russia to Win War

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked debate by saying Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia unless it takes the fight directly into Russian territory. Writing on his social media platform, Trump compared Ukraine’s current defensive approach to a sports team that is forced to play only defense without being allowed to attack. “It is […]

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Russia Launches Heaviest Wave of Strikes on Ukraine in Weeks

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Russia has launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine in weeks, firing 574 drones and 40 missiles in a coordinated overnight attack. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, the strikes targeted several western regions, marking one of the most intense barrages of the conflict in recent months. Casualties and Civilian Damage The wave of […]