Russian drones injure Ukrainian children and a pregnant woman as Zelenskyy urges swifter diplomacy A heavy Russian drone attack on Odesa has injured 23 people, including children and a pregnant woman The Independent UK · Jan 27
How Putin lures foreign nationals to the frontlines with the promise of work Moscow has largely relied on what it describes as voluntary enlistment The Independent UK · Jan 27
Takeaways from AP's report on how Bangladeshi workers were tricked into fighting in the Ukraine war Bangladeshi workers were lured to Russia under the false promise of civilian work and then forced to fight in the Ukraine war The Independent UK · Jan 27
A ceasefire holds in Syria but civilians live with fear and resentment A fragile ceasefire between Syria's government and Kurdish-led forces has temporarily eased tensions in the country's northeast The Independent UK · Jan 27
Disappeared bodies, mass burials and ‘30,000 dead’: what is the truth of Iran’s death toll? Testimony from medics, morgue and graveyard staff reveals huge state effort to conceal systematic killing of protesters The Guardian - UK · Jan 27
At least 6,126 people killed in Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, activists say Activists say that at least 6,126 people were killed in Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests and many more are still feared dead The Independent UK · Jan 27
A top-secret late-night meeting between U.S. and Israeli officials reveals a ‘fast and clean’ operation — and the target isn’t surprising They've already planned the whole thing. We Got This Covered · Jan 26
The last hostage recovered from Gaza, Ran Gvili, died fighting to save a kibbutz Israelis expressed relief as the remains of Ran Gvili, the last hostage taken into Gaza, were recovered Monday The Independent UK · Jan 26
Exclusive: Trump says Hamas helped find last hostage, now must disarm "Nobody believed we would bring back all the hostages." Axios · Jan 26
Could the UK bring back mandatory military service? What happens if you refuse Amid rising global tensions and a shrinking British Army, the idea of conscription has resurfaced in public debate, though ministers insist there are no plans to reinstate it. Experts suggest modern refusal would likely incur fines rather than imprisonment, with exemptions for essential workers and conscientious objectors. Polls show significant… The Times of India · Jan 26
Iran tensions: US aircraft carrier, warships arrive in Middle East The United States has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln along with three accompanying warships to the Middle East. The move has renewed the possibility of President Donald Trump ordering military action against Iran amid its violent crackdown on protesters. The Times of India · Jan 26
US aircraft carrier arrives in the Middle East as tensions with Iran remain high The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and three accompanying warships have arrived in the Middle East The Independent UK · Jan 26
Tents pitched indoors for warmth and makeshift radiators: Ukrainians are freezing to death As a war correspondent I’ve seen this strategy used before. Putin is weaponising the savage eastern European winter, says war correspondent Janine di Giovanni The Guardian - UK · Jan 26
Remains of last Israeli held in Gaza after 7 October 2023 returned Return of police sergeant Ran Gvili’s body should pave way for progress on second phase of Trump ceasefire plan The Guardian - UK · Jan 26
Radio France Internationale · Jan 26 EU countries give final approval to Russian gas ban, commit to wind power European Union countries on Monday gave their final approval to ban Russian gas imports by late 2027, making their vow to cut ties with their former top supplier legally binding, nearly four years after Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The Times of India · Jan 26 ‘No more hostages in Gaza’: IDF recovers last captive held by Hamas; remains repatriated to Israel The Israeli military has recovered the remains of Ran Gvili, the last hostage held in Gaza, confirming all abductees have been returned to Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu hailed this as an extraordinary achievement, fulfilling a promise to bring everyone back. Hamas stated the discovery confirms their commitment to the ceasefire…
Latin Times · Jan 26 Russian official claims Venezuelan Forces Fired Two Shots Against U.S. Forces Maduro Raid But Failed Due To Lack Of Preparation Russia's ambassador to Venezuela said the country's forces fired two shots against U.S. forces during the raid that captured authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro but failed due to lack of preparation.
The Independent UK · Jan 26 Talks with US and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi were constructive but major challenges remain, Kremlin says Negotiations to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine are showing signs of progress, but major challenges remain, according to a senior Kremlin official
Latin Times · Jan 26 Russia Says It 'Knows The Names Of Those Who 'Betrayed' Maduro And Allowed His Capture By U.S. Forces Russia's ambassador to Venezuela said the country knows the names of those who "betrayed" Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro earlier this month.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 26 Ukraine war briefing: US security agreement ‘100% ready’ to be signed, Zelenskyy says Ukraine president indicates progress after talks with Russia in Abu Dhabi, ahead of further discussions this weekend. What we know on day 1,433
RideApart · Jan 25 Ukrainians Just Strapped a Bunch of Hellfire Missiles to a Can-Am UTV, And It's Freakin' Awesome Improvised vehicles of war are probably some of the coolest, most ingenious battlefield designs around, as they aren't made by committee, but hard-tested soldiers who just need something that works. This hellfire-equipped Can-Am is just that thing.
Radio France Internationale · Jan 25 Southern Ukraine’s winemakers continue production, as war rages on in the region The vineyards of southern Ukraine are still producing wine nearly four years into the war with Russia, following the full-scale invasion of February 2022 – even as nearby fighting and repeated air raid alerts take their toll on daily life.
The Times of India · Jan 25 Jin, Jiyan, Azadi! Struggles of Iranian women as protests return to streets Iranian women are leading a powerful protest movement, fueled by decades of repression and a fight for basic rights. The slogan 'Woman, Life, Freedom' echoes across the nation, a testament to their courage in demanding bodily autonomy and dignity. Despite facing severe crackdowns and personal risks, their defiance, ignited by…
The Guardian - US · Jan 25 ‘Emotionally devastating’: Iranians in US on regime’s deadly protest crackdown US readers said they were feeling anxious and helpless as authorities’ brutal crackdown has left thousands dead
The Independent UK · Jan 25 Baghdad says it will prosecute Islamic State militants being moved from Syria to Iraq Baghdad says it will prosecute and try militants from the Islamic State group who are being transferred from prisons and detention camps in neighboring Syria to Iraq under a U.S.-brokered deal