More than 50,000 Russians killed in Ukrainian ‘meat grinder’: Report The rate of casualties accelerated last year as inexperienced troops arrived on the front lines. Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2024
How well could Iran defend itself against a potential Israeli attack? Iran operates a wide variety of missile defence batteries at different ranges that aim to defend against aerial strikes. Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2024
Georgian MPs Proceed With Controversial 'Foreign Influence' Law Georgian lawmakers gave a first green light Wednesday to a controversial "foreign influence" law that has sparked mass street protests over concerns it would undermine Tbilisi's European aspirations. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Giving frozen Russian assets to Ukraine would be 'total game changer', says London businessman Bill Browder, known as the Kremlin leader’s ‘number one enemy’, says handing assets to Ukraine would allow it to ‘fight off the Russians’ Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2024
Zelensky plea for air defence equipment from allies as Russian missiles hit Ukrainian city killing at least 13 More than 60 people have also been injured in the strike on Chernihiv in northern Ukraine Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2024
More than a dozen killed in Ukraine after Russian strike on apartment block Three Russian missiles crashed into Ukraine's historic city of Chernigiv on Wednesday, killing 17 people, as officials pleaded for more air defence systems from allies. France 24 · Apr 17, 2024
Russian Strike On Ukraine City Kills 13 A Russian strike on the northern Ukrainian city of Chernigiv killed 13 people and wounded dozens more on Wednesday, as Kyiv sounded the alarm over shortages in its air defence capabilities. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Ukraine says 17 killed in Russian missile attack on Chernihiv Ukraine’s Zelenskyy reiterates plea to Western countries for air defence systems after attack that also wounded dozens. Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2024
First Thing: Kharkiv could become ‘second Aleppo’ without US aid to Ukraine, mayor says House speaker seeks to split US aid into separate votes. Plus, Trump rebuked by judge in warning against juror ‘intimidation’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2024
Iran’s Raisi reiterates warnings as Israel mulls response to air attack As the world calls for calm, President Raisi vows ‘slightest attack’ will be met with a ‘strong and fierce response’. Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2024
Israel Under Pressure To Refrain From Striking Iran After Attack Israel faced pressure from its allies on Wednesday to refrain from striking back at Iran for its unprecedented missile and drone attack as Washington and Brussels vowed to ramp up sanctions against the Islamic republic. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Russian Missiles Hit Downtown Chernihiv, Killing 11 People Recent Russian missile strikes in Chernihiv underscore Ukraine's defense challenges amid escalating conflict. President Zelenskyy seeks Western support. Top News · Apr 17, 2024
11 Killed In Russian Strike On Ukraine City A Russian strike on the northern Ukrainian city of Chernigiv Wednesday killed 11 people and 20 wounded more, as Kyiv again sounded the alarm over shortages in its air defence capabilities. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Nine Killed In Russian Strike On Ukraine City A Russian strike Wednesday on the northern Ukrainian city of Chernigiv killed nine people and wounded about 20, as Kyiv sounds the alarm over shortages in its air defence capabilities. International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024
Al Jazeera · Apr 17, 2024 Iraq’s dangerous balancing act between Iran and the US Iraqi PM al-Sudani’s visit to Washington came as its neighbour Iran attacked Israel, raising fears of regional conflict.
Top News · Apr 17, 2024 Iran Threatens Massive Response To Israeli Invasion Warning Tensions rise as Iran warns Israel, launches attacks, and faces global scrutiny. Humanitarian crisis in Gaza and West Bank worsens.
International Business Times · Apr 17, 2024 EU Must Act Quickly To Catch Up To US, Warns Report Author Enrico Letta, a former Italian prime minister, has criss-crossed Europe and spent months preparing a report for EU leaders on what the 27-nation bloc needs to do to keep pace with other global economies including China.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy says west must do more after 14 killed in Russian strike on Chernihiv – as it happened President says attack would not have happened ‘if Ukraine had received sufficient air defence equipment’
The Guardian - AU · Apr 17, 2024 Middle East crisis: Israel will ‘make its own decision’ on Iran after UK and Germany call for restraint – as it happened Benjamin Netanyahu’s comments came after UK foreign minister David Cameron and his German counterpart travelled to Israel for talks
Top News · Apr 17, 2024 Croatia Votes In Parliamentary Election Amid Political Crisis Croatia's pivotal parliamentary election between HDZ and SDP holds implications for domestic and international affairs.
Dynamite News · Apr 17, 2024 13 killed, several injured after strike at Al-Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza At least 13 people, including seven children, were killed and over 25 others were injured after a strike targeted an Al-Maghazi refugee camp in central Gaza on Tuesday. Read further on Dynamite News:
Top News · Apr 17, 2024 G7 Meeting In Capri Addresses Mideast Tensions And Ukraine G7 foreign ministers gather in Capri to address Middle East tensions and Russia-Ukraine conflict, emphasizing de-escalation and peace efforts.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2024 Wednesday briefing: Stalled aid, soldier shortages and dwindling weapons as Ukraine hangs on In today’s newsletter: As the crisis in the Middle East shifts resources away from the Russian invasion, Zelenskiy is calling for more money, weapons and attention
Top News · Apr 17, 2024 US Imposes New Sanctions On Tehran After Iran's Attack Tensions rise in the Middle East as US plans sanctions on Iran for attacking Israel. Gaza tragedy, cross-border conflict, and humanitarian aid efforts unfold.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17, 2024 Kharkiv at risk of becoming ‘second Aleppo’ without US aid, mayor says Residents of Ukraine’s second city tell of the impact of increasing Russian attacks targeting suburbs and power supplies