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Russian drone and missile attacks killed at least 27 people across Ukraine, including five at state-run Naftogaz gas facilities, just days before Moscow’s announced two-day ceasefire. Russian Attack Hits Naftogaz Facility Ukraine’s state-run gas company Naftogaz said Russian strikes targeted gas facilities in the Poltava and Kharkiv regions overnight. The attack killed
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Russia and Ukraine have announced separate unilateral ceasefires as the war enters another tense phase around Moscow’s Victory Day commemorations. Russia declared a truce for May 8-9, while Ukraine responded with its own ceasefire plan for May 5-6. Russia Announces Victory Day Ceasefire Moscow said its ceasefire would apply around May 8-9, when Russia marks […]
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Ukraine has agreed to deepen defence cooperation with the United Arab Emirates and Qatar as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy steps up his Gulf outreach amid rising regional tensions and continued uncertainty over support for Kyiv’s war effort. The new engagements signal Ukraine’s effort to build longer-term security partnerships beyond its traditional Western backers. Ukraine
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected suggestions that Ukraine should surrender any territory to end the war. Speaking after meetings with European leaders, he said that proposals backed by the United States, which hint at territorial compromise, were “unacceptable” and against the principles of international law. Peace plan concerns A recent peace
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After hosting Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier this week, New Delhi is now preparing for a possible visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Officials said discussions are underway to finalise suitable dates. The visit is expected to take place after the Winter Session of Parliament, with January being considered as a likely window. Diplomatic Balance […]
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Ukraine’s Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is likely to visit India soon. The visit comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a formal invitation during his trip to Kyiv last year. Officials from both countries are now working to finalise the dates. Strengthening Diplomatic Ties The envoy noted that India […]