Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 689 London and Kyiv sign new security treaty during Sunak visit; Ukrainian spy chief says attacks on Crimea ‘just the beginning’ The Guardian - AU · Jan 13, 2024
US Strikes Target Houthi Militia in Yemen, Escalation Feared This news report provides an informative update on the escalating tensions between the US and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, including military strike... Top News · Jan 13, 2024
US failed to track $1bn in arms shipments to Ukraine, watchdog says Tracking of more than half of Javelins, Stinger missiles, night-vision equipment, and other items sent to Ukraine was ‘delinquent,’ DoD inspector general says The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2024
Britain To Increase Ukraine Support To £2.5bn, Rishi Sunak Announces Since Russia invaded their neighbours in February 2022, The UK has committed £4.6 billion in military assistance to Ukraine. International Business Times UK · Jan 12, 2024
Yemen Strikes Unlikely To End Huthi Threat To Shipping Recent strikes against Yemen's Huthis are unlikely to end the threat they pose to international shipping, with the Iran-backed rebels having already survived years of heavy aerial bombardment by Gulf states. International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024
Did Volodymyr Zelensky just belly dance? Sorry, no – it’s a deepfake Does Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky actually have a secret talent for belly dancing? That’s what a number of accounts on Twitter and TikTok are saying, with video to prove it. However, it turns out that the viral video is actually a deepfake that’s been circulated by pro-Russian accounts in an… France 24 · Jan 12, 2024
Rishi Sunak says UK acted in ‘self-defence’ with Yemen airstrikes PM defends lawfulness of military action against Houthis as MPs call for parliamentary scrutiny The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024
'I call on member states to combat social dumping': EU jobs commissioner Nicolas Schmit Talking Europe interviews the EU commissioner in charge of jobs and social rights, Nicolas Schmit. He speaks to the importance of protecting workers, particularly the "gig" or "platform" workers, whose status is at the core of a dispute between the European Commission and several EU member states. He also addresses… France 24 · Jan 12, 2024
EU lawmakers push on with move to try and limit Hungary’s voting rights More than 100 members of European Parliament argue the move is ‘necessary’ to protect the values of the European Union. Al Jazeera · Jan 12, 2024
What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis The soldier who escaped from Azovstal – after it fell to the Russians; the argument for seizing Russian funds The Guardian - AU · Jan 12, 2024
Sunak seeks stature on the global stage – and to keep trouble away from home Foreign policy displays in Yemen and Ukraine may win PM reflected glory – but capping inflationary pressures will be his foremost wish The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024
EU Parliament Calls for Pressure on Hungary to Respect Rule of Law EU lawmakers call for increased pressure on Hungary to uphold the rule of law amid concerns about democratic backsliding. Top News · Jan 12, 2024
‘Unacceptable’: Biden denounced for bypassing Congress over Yemen strikes Critics on left and right furious that president failed to seek congressional approval for strikes against Houthi militants The Guardian - US · Jan 12, 2024
Sunak, In Kyiv, Unveils 'Unprecedented' Aid Package For Ukraine British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced Friday a new multibillion-dollar aid package for Ukraine during a surprise visit to Kyiv, where he vowed British support for a decade. International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024
International Business Times · Jan 12, 2024 Ukraine Army Spy Chief Pledges More Attacks On Crimea Ukraine's military spy chief Kyrylo Budanov said in an interview published Friday that Kyiv's attacks in Russian-annexed Crimea were set to intensify, adding that Moscow's economy was proving surprisingly resilient despite sanctions.
The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2024 Russian pro-war activist to face trial over alleged terrorism offenses, Russian news agency says A Russian state news agency says a Russian court has ordered that a pro-war activist and critic of President Vladimir Putin be remanded into custody until Feb. 15
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024 Oil prices hit $80 a barrel as fears grow over Red Sea disruption to trade Experts warn of economic impact of sustained shipping attacks and Middle East tensions
The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2024 Houthis vow revenge after UK and US launch airstrikes on Yemen Rishi Sunak warns more missile strikes could follow as Iran-backed rebels say action ‘won’t go unpunished’ – after allies hit 60 targets in ‘proportionate’ response to Red Sea attacks
Evening Standard · Jan 12, 2024 Putin's troops hit by Ukrainian armed drones as Russia lacks kit to defend them It is estimated that 90 per cent of Russian military equipment in the Krynky sector has been destroyed
Top News · Jan 12, 2024 Hezbollah targets northern Israel, IDF considers offensive action Learn about the current situation in the Middle East with attacks from Hezbollah and the Islamic resistance in Iraq. Explore the viewpoints on potential ac...
The National (Scotland) · Jan 12, 2024 Humza Yousaf: UK must prove legal basis for military attacks in Yemen MPs at Westminster should “have their say” before the UK launches military action – and the Tory government must produce evidence of the…
Evening Standard · Jan 12, 2024 Rishi Sunak says UK acted in 'self-defence' as Government lays out its legal case for RAF air strikes on Yemen Sir Keir Starmer backed the military action but some MPs say there should have first been a vote in Parliament
The Conversation · Jan 12, 2024 Smersh: why Putin has reinstated Stalin's notorious and much-feared anti-spy unit A man under arrest by Russian internal security forces was seen confessing to a “crime”, in a video posted on January 2. He had been apprehended after allegedly posting a video on social media that purportedly showed air defences near the Russian city of Belgorod. This city, on the border…
Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 12, 2024 Abandoning Ukraine now would be a grave mistake The long-term cost of failure would be far higher than any short-term bill for aiding Ukraine now. Yet Republicans are holding up $61 billion in aid in exchange for major changes to immigration policy.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2024 First Thing: Houthis say US and UK airstrikes in Yemen will not go unpunished The allies have launched strikes for the first time since the group began targeting shipping in the Red Sea. Plus, the European royals taking on the climate crisis