The Latest Breaking News on War in Ukraine

Putin's four-hour Q&A is a valuable insight into the Russian president's version of reality

Russian television audiences didn’t have much choice but to watch Vladimir Putin’s annual press conference on December 14 – it was broadcast on all terrestrial TV networks. After a year’s hiatus in 2022, when the success of the Ukrainian autumn counteroffensive meant there was little good news to talk about,…

The Conversation · Dec 18, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 663

Russia has destroyed almost every building in easterm Ukranian city of Avdiivka, according to a new report

The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2023

Ukraine: Forces scaling back some operations due to lack of foreign aid, warns commander

With the US withholding aid and Hungary attempting to block EU funds Ukraine is feeling the impact on the frontline

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2023

Defense Secretary in Israel for Talks on Hamas Standoff

An in-depth discussion with ex-CIA Director General Petraeus about Defense Secretary Austin's visit to Israel, US-Israel relations, and recent escalations ...

Top News · Dec 18, 2023

President el-Sisi declared victorious in Egypt election

Sisi took 89.6 percent of the vote to secure a third term, with turnout at 66.8 percent, says election authority.

Al Jazeera · Dec 18, 2023

Ukraine’s military chief says one of his offices was bugged and other devices were detected

Ukraine’s military chief says a covert listening device was found in one of the offices where he works and he is hinting that other bugs were detected in other locations

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023

Ukrainian Forces Thwart Drone Swarm; 20 Russian Drones Downed!

Explore the tense battlefield scenario of Russia's drone attacks in Ukraine, tracing the ruthless aerial assaults that risk innocent lives in Odessa.

Top News · Dec 18, 2023

Navalny 'Disappearance' Alarms UN Expert

A United Nations rights expert said Monday that the "enforced disappearance" of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was alarming, demanding that Moscow immediately release him.

International Business Times · Dec 18, 2023

Iraqis to vote for powerful provincial councils in election

The first council elections in a decade are expected to strengthen the grip of pro-Iran groups.

Al Jazeera · Dec 18, 2023

Ben Wallace warns Israel’s ‘killing rage’ risks fuelling conflict for another 50 years

Former defence secretary says relentless attacks against Palestinians risk ‘fuelling the conflict for another 50 years’

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2023