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A Ukrainian soldier says he stopped shelling small Russian units because he is running out of US-made artillery ammo
A Ukrainian soldier told The Times of London he has stopped shelling small Russian units because he is running out of US-made artillery ammo.
Putin Announces Bid for Fifth Presidential Term
This potential fifth term will keep Putin in power until 2030 although 2020’s constitutional reform in 2020, would allow him to continue for six terms until 2036.
EU aims to grant Ukraine aid even if Hungary vetoes it at coming summit
The European Union will find ways to provide more financial support to Ukraine even if Hungary vetoes it as well as membership talks for Kyiv at a summit next week, a senior official said on Friday.
Up to 800,000 Russian citizens illegally arrive in Crimea during its occupation
Up to 800,000 Russian citizens have arrived illegally in Crimea since 2014, and about 100,000 Ukrainians have left the peninsula.
Russian cities cancel New Year celebrations to save money for war
Various officials have pledged to scale back traditional holiday festivities and fireworks displays in order to purchase military equipment to supply Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
OPEC Leader Tells Members to Block Any Climate Summit Deal to Curb Fossil Fuels
Ukraine cracks down on draft-dodging as it struggles to find troops
As Ukraine approaches its third year of war, it needs manpower, prompting a search for new ways to mobilize the people and stronger measures against draft dodgers.
The world's wealthiest families got $1.5 trillion richer in 2023, with Hermès' owners and the rulers of Abu Dhabi leading the way
The UAE's Al Nahyan dynasty surpassed the Waltons to become the world's richest family in 2023, according to Bloomberg.
Orbán openly switches to Russian agenda - Tusk
The leader of the Polish Civic Coalition, Donald Tusk, believes the Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán, openly took up the Russian position, from which Poland also suffers. — Ukrinform.
Scientists Have Reported a Breakthrough In Understanding Whale Language
Researchers have identified new elements of whale vocalizations that they propose are analogous to human speech, including vowels and pitch.
Israeli Defense Minister cites indications that Hamas 'is beginning to break in Gaza'
Red Cross reprimanded hostage families: 'Think about the Palestinians'
The Red Cross has sparked outrage in Israel with how it has handled the mass kidnapping and massacre conducted by Hamas.
Bulgaria to send 100 armored vehicles to Ukraine, ignoring president’s veto
Illegal Gold Mines Were Just Blown to Pieces in the Amazon
Aerial footage shows a number of improvised mines being blown up in the jungle.
US vetoes UN resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire
The vote came a day after the U.S. Secretary of State issued his strongest criticism of Israel since the war started.
US tells UN it does not support call for Gaza ceasefire
The United States on Friday vetoed a proposed United Nations Security Council demand for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, diplomatically isolating Washington as it shields its ally.
Hamas Terrorists Ignored Israeli Airstrikes and Continued Raping Hostages, Freed Captive Reports
Hamas militants are raping their captives held in Gaza, even as Israeli airstrikes have decimated Gaza, former hostages said.
Hamas broke temporary truce in Gaza minutes after it began, senior IDF officer says
Putin to stand for fifth term as Russian president
The 71-year-old is widely expected to win next March, and can then potentially stay in power until 2036.