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Putin warned he could 'lose his life' if Ukraine retakes Crimea

Ukraine is preparing to retake Crimea, Russia's occupied territory.

Significant military advancements by Ukraine may render Crimea militarily weak and vulnerable. [ more ]

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1 week ago

Ukraine Could Use New Weapons to Hit Russian Targets in Crimea, Pentagon Says

Ukrainian forces received longer-range ATACMS missiles to target Russian-occupied areas, enhancing defenses and putting pressure on Crimea. [ more ]

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Polish president restates support for Ukraine after Crimea remarks

Poland's president faced criticism for expressing uncertainty about Ukraine's ability to regain control of Crimea.

Despite this, Poland has been a strong supporter of Ukraine and believes it should regain control of all its territory to deter further Russian aggression. [ more ]

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Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 708

Ukraine has reportedly carried out heavy missile strikes on military targets in Crimea, including the Balbek airfield used by Russian forces.

Russia and Ukraine have conducted a major prisoner of war exchange, with about 200 prisoners being exchanged on Wednesday. [ more ]

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Russia faces new ICJ ruling as anti-Putin rock band jailed in Thailand

The International Court of Justice is set to rule on Ukraine's allegations that Russia funded separatist rebels and discriminated against Crimea's multiethnic community.

This ruling is the first of two expected decisions linked to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

A rock band critical of Moscow's war in Ukraine is reportedly detained in a Thai immigration jail, fearing deportation to Russia. [ more ]

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ICJ largely rejects Ukraine 'terror' case against Russia DW 01/31/2024

The United Nations' top court ruled that Russia partially violated an anti-terrorism treaty by not investigating the funding of pro-Russian separatists in Ukraine.

The court declined to rule on whether Russia was responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 and did not order Moscow to pay compensation to victims as requested by Ukraine. [ more ]

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Kyiv warns attacks on Crimea is 'the beginning' that could end up with the Kremlin launching a 'nuclear strike'

Ukraine's spy chief warns Putin that attacks on Crimea are just the beginning and that Russia's fleet is getting smaller.

Russia's Security Council head warns of the use of nuclear weapons to protect Russia's territorial integrity. [ more ]

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Live: Russia says it downed four drones over Crimea as Ukraine hails air base strike

Ukraine's air force hit the Saki airbase in western Crimea with an overnight drone attack.

Russia plans to produce over 32,000 drones each year by 2030, with domestic producers accounting for 70% of the market. [ more ]

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Crimea rocked with explosions as Ukraine brings their 'wrath' against Russian forces

The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit a Russian command post in Sevastopol and a military unit in Crimea, causing serious damage to Russia's defense systems.

Ukraine remains steadfast in their strategy to target Crimea, with the air force commander praising the success of the operation. [ more ]

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Russian air strikes pound Ukrainian cities in countrywide attack

Russia launched missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, including the capital

The attacks came after Ukraine struck a Russian warship in Crimea [ more ]

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Russia claims arrest of Ukrainian assassin network

Russia claims to have arrested 18 Ukrainian agents and accomplices who were plotting to assassinate pro-Russian figures in Crimea.

The arrests were made after the discovery of a weapons cache and the Ukrainian agents are also accused of attacking Russian energy and rail networks. [ more ]

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Russia-Ukraine war live: Ukraine military shot down 18 of 25 drones launched by Russian in overnight strike

Russia's navy destroyed an uncrewed Ukrainian navy vessel heading towards Crimea

Heavy snowfall and blizzards across eastern European countries caused deaths and power outages

Hungary's Viktor Orban suggests signing a strategic partnership agreement with Ukraine instead of starting membership talks [ more ]

Washington Post

Russia held these Ukrainian teens captive. Their testimonies could be used against Putin.

Three Ukrainian teenagers who fled Russia or Russian-occupied Crimea shared their experiences of systematic efforts by Russian officials to keep them in Russian-controlled territory.

Ukraine says there are thousands of Ukrainian children who were forced to move to Russia or Russian-occupied territory since Russia's invasion in 2022.

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin and his commissioner for children's rights, accusing them of war crimes for unlawfully deporting and transferring Ukrainian children. [ more ]

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Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attack On Moscow-Annexed Crimea

Ukraine launched a major drone attack on the Moscow-annexed Crimean Peninsula, according to Russian officials.

Both Ukraine and Russia are escalating their military efforts in different regions as the conflict continues and winter weather sets in.

Neither side has made significant gains and analysts predict the war will be a long one. [ more ]

Washington Post

Russian and Chinese executives discuss Russia-Crimea tunnel project

Russian and Chinese business executives have held secret discussions on plans to build an underwater tunnel connecting Russia to Crimea.

The negotiations highlight Russia's determination to maintain its control over Crimea and its dependence on China for support.

Constructing a tunnel would face significant challenges, but Russia has clear reasons for pursuing it, including concerns over the security of the existing bridge. [ more ]

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Russia Puts Ukrainian Winner Of Eurovision Song Contest On Wanted List

Russian authorities have placed Ukrainian singer Jamala, winner of the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest, on its wanted list.

Jamala is charged with violating a law that bans spreading so-called fake information about the Russian military and ongoing fighting in Ukraine.

Her winning song, '1944,' refers to the deportation of Crimean Tatars by the Soviet Union in that year. [ more ]

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She Once Won Eurovision. Now She's on Russia's Wanted List

Russia adds Ukrainian singer Jamala to its wanted list due to her criticism of the Russian Army's activities in Ukraine.

The action is largely symbolic as Jamala resides in Ukraine and the accusations against her are not specified.

Jamala is an advocate for the Crimean Tatar people who were deported in the 1940s and won the Eurovision song contest in 2016 with a song dedicated to them. [ more ]

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Ukraine claims key southern foothold, appeals for more military aid

Ukrainian forces secure a pivotal position on the eastern shore of the Dnipro River.

The establishment of a foothold on the Dnipro's east bank opens up a potential route towards Crimea. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russian fighter jet crashes off Crimea

A Russian SU-35 fighter jet crashed in Crimea, with conflicting reports on the cause.

Ukrainian officials are seeking increased military aid from the US, fearing potential Russian escalation. [ more ]

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1 month ago

Ukraine says it hit two Russian landing ships off occupied Crimea

Ukrainian military attacks Russian navy in Crimea

Moscow-installed official reports Ukrainian air attack [ more ]

New York Post

Ukraine strikes annexed Crimea, destroys Russian command center

Ukrainian forces targeted a Russian command center in Crimea.

The Ukrainian Air Force destroyed the Saki air field, which houses the 43rd Fighter Aviation Regiment of the Russian Aerospace Forces. [ more ]

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Ukraine intensifies drone and missile attacks on Russian areas

Russian air defences downed dozens of Ukrainian drones in occupied Crimea and southern Russia.

Ukraine plans to produce more than 10,000 attack drones and develop a weapon that can hit targets 700 kilometers away. [ more ]

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Ukraine drives Russia back at sea and in the air, but concedes land

Russia lost a landing ship and five planes this week, but took a flattened suburb.

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Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 672

Russian forces shelled the railway station in Kherson as a train was set to evacuate residents, killing one policeman and injuring four people, said Ukraine's interior minister, Ihor Klymenko.

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Putin's naval chiefs are now afraid to send warships to Crimea as bases are 'structurally inferior'

Russian naval chiefs reluctant to send warships to Crimea after losses

Black Sea Fleet bases in Crimea structurally inferior, impacting operations [ more ]

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Ukraine says it has destroyed Russian warship in Crimean port

Ukraine's military has said it has destroyed a Russian landing ship stationed in the Crimean port city of Feodosia, with video footage showing an extensive fire in the port area.

Washington Post

Ukraine attacks Russian landing ship in Crimean port

Ukraine said Tuesday it had destroyed a large Russian landing ship docked in a Crimean port in an overnight attack - potentially striking a major blow against Russia's already damaged Black Sea Fleet.

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Ukrainian air strike damages Russian naval ship in Crimea

A Ukrainian attack on the Crimean port of Feodosia damaged a large Russian landing ship and killed one person, Moscow said on Tuesday after Kyiv said it had destroyed an important Russian warship.

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Kremlin: Russian warship in Crimea damaged in airstrike by Ukraine

A Russian naval ship in Crimea was damaged in an airstrike by Ukrainian forces, Russia's Defense Ministry said Tuesday.

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Ukraine updates: Fighters hit Russian ship, port in Crimea DW 12/26/2023

Published 12/26/2023Published December 26, 2023last updated 12/26/2023last updated December 26, 2023 Ukraine's air force said it destroyed the Russian "Novocherkassk" landing ship in a Crimean port, while Russian officials said it was damaged and claimed to have shot down two Ukrainian fighter jets.

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Russia-Ukraine war live: Moscow confirms navy vessel hit in Crimean port

Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature One person was killed, two injured and a large landing ship called Novocherkassk was damaged in an overnight Ukrainian attack on the Crimean port city of Feodosia, Russia's defence ministry and officials said.

New York Post

Ukraine claims destruction of major Russian navy vessel in Crimea

Ukraine's air force said on Tuesday that it had destroyed a major Russian landing ship stationed in the Crimean waters after the Russian-installed governor of Crimea said that Kyiv's assault sparked a fire in the port of Feodosia.

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