The UK will help Ukraine make long-range missiles by sharing classified tech information British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces the U.K. will help Ukraine make its own long-range missiles The Independent UK · Aug 24
Ukraine's amputee veterans celebrate independence day with grueling endurance challenge Military amputees and veterans in Ukraine marked Independence Day by completing Iron Week, a grueling seven-day endurance event covering more than 1,500 kilometers (930 miles) across the country The Independent UK · Aug 24
US unveils expanded sanctions aimed at Iran's 'economic asphyxiation' The US on Monday announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will "sever every economic lifeline" that sustains Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a press conference. The expanded sanctions target Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and shipping sectors. France 24 · Aug 24
‘UK participating in Ukraine war’: What triggered Russia’s ‘outrageous threat’ to Britain Russia has accused the UK of 'directly' participating in the war in Ukraine after London agreed to share classified information to help Kyiv develop its own long-range missiles. The move has drawn a sharp warning from Moscow, which said British military support was adding “fuel to the fire” and obstructing… The Times of India · Aug 24
Ukrainians gather in Edinburgh to remember those killed in 'cruel' war with Russia Ukrainians have gathered in Edinburgh for a special ceremony to mark the country’s Independence Day The National (Scotland) · Aug 24
Ukrainians remember those lost in ‘cruel’ war at Independence Day event Ukrainians gathered in Edinburgh as the country marks 35 years of independence. Evening Standard · Aug 24
Burnham hits back at Kremlin claim UK is adding ‘fuel to the fire’ in Ukraine Vladimir Putin’s spokesman Dmitry Peskov said plans to provide Ukraine with blueprints for long-range Scalp missiles would undermine peace efforts. Evening Standard · Aug 24
Iran warns of a harsh response to anticipated US sanctions and other Middle East news Iran has warned that U.S. sanctions set to be announced would not bring peace to the region The Independent UK · Aug 24
Ukraine keeping ‘flame of European freedom’ alive, Burnham tells Kyiv The Prime Minister made his address during celebrations to mark the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence from the Soviet Union. Evening Standard · Aug 24
Iran's President Bets Everything on a US Deal He Calls the 'Best Option for Peace' Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defends negotiations with the US as the best path to peace, despite stalled agreements and ongoing tensions threatening regional stability. International Business Times UK · Aug 24
Betrayal by Luke Harding review – could Donald Trump be a Russian asset? A Guardian correspondent’s sobering account of the US betrayal of Ukraine – and the possible reasons behind it The Guardian - UK · Aug 24
France gathers Ukraine's allies to boost resistance to Russia Countries allied with Ukraine in its war with Russia are meeting on Monday to reaffirm support for Kyiv and discuss how to pressure Moscow to halt its invasion, in talks held symbolically on Ukraine's independence day. French President Emmanuel Macron will co-chair the gathering of the so-called "Coalition of the… Radio France Internationale · Aug 24
UK PM Burnham to visit Kyiv as Ukraine turns 35, Britain to boost long-range strike capability On Ukraine's Independence Day, Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans an official visit to Kyiv, where he will engage with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and take charge of the Coalition of the Willing. The UK aims to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities by sharing classified missile technology for domestic assembly. This initiative underscores… The Times of India · Aug 24
Israel accuses Gaza of launching drones, balloons and kites; responds with two airstrikes killing four-year old At least two people, including a four-year-old boy, were killed and seven others wounded in two Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Sunday. The Times of India · Aug 24
The Times of India · Aug 24 ‘Misguided actions’, Trump episode: Zelenskyy breaks silence on rift with sacked defence minister Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has, for the first time, publicly detailed his dispute with ousted former defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who has called for a wartime presidential election even as Ukraine remains under martial law due to the war with Russia, meaning fresh elections cannot be held under current conditions.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 24 Ukraine war briefing: Nord Stream bombings were not us, Zelenskyy insists After two arrests, Ukraine’s president says Germany ‘well aware’ Kyiv was not involved in planning or execution of sabotage mission. What we know on day 1,643
France 24 · Aug 23 Kyiv’s allies pledge classified tech, air defence missiles as Ukraine marks Independence Day French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to provide Ukraine with stronger military support, including access to classified technology and faster deliveries of air defence missiles, at a meeting of allies in Kyiv on Monday to mark Ukraine's 35th Independence Day.
Evening Standard · Aug 23 Andy Burnham in Kyiv: PM defies Putin as Ukraine to 'fast' develop long-range missiles with UK blueprints Prime Minister will allow European defence firm MBDA to declassify information on UK components for the long-range Scalp missile
Bangkok Post · Aug 23 Syria says Israel talks addressed de-escalation, staying out of Israel-Turkey tensions DAMASCUS - Syria said it held talks with Israel in Jordan on Sunday on de-escalation after recent Israeli strikes, and on keeping the country out of tensions between Israel and Turkey, an ally of Damascus.
France 24 · Aug 23 Syria says US-mediated talks addressed de-escalation, staying out of Israel-Turkey tensions Syria and Israel held US-mediated talks in Jordan on Sunday to defuse the crisis sparked by a strike that Israel said was aimed at preventing a Turkish military deployment. Damascus says it wants to stay out of the tensions between Israel and Turkey.
AAP · Aug 23 'Stand with Ukraine': war-torn nation's freedom cries Australians have gathered to mark war-torn Ukraine's 35 years of independence more than four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 23 The Guardian view on the new Hungary: de-Orbánising at pace Editorial: As a Brussels deadline looms with over €10bn at stake, Péter Magyar’s first three months have been transformative in addressing a corrupt legacy
International Business Times · Aug 23 Defunct MoU Has A Key Iranian Backer. Pezeshkian Floats 'Neither War Nor Peace' Scenario. The US and Iran had agreed on a deal in June to pave the way for an end to the conflict. The broader terms of a peace deal were to be chalked out in 60 days. The 60-day period has ended but there has been no significant progress in backchannel…
The Times of India · Aug 23 'Could destroy Ukraine': Zelenskyy's big warning as calls grow for fresh elections amid ongoing war Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that holding elections during the ongoing war with Russia could fracture the country and even “destroy” it, as fresh calls grow for Kyiv to hold a vote despite martial law.
France 24 · Aug 23 Wartime elections would 'destroy' Ukraine, says Zelensky Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said in remarks made public Sunday that wartime elections would be a "tsunami" that would "destroy the country". Kyiv has been engulfed in a political crisis over the summer, triggered when Zelensky fired popular defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who days later called to organise a vote.