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Lithuania president eyes hike in defence spending to host more NATO troops

Lithuania must raise defence spending to 3% of GDP to enable it to host a much larger number of NATO troops, its president said ahead of NATO summit that will address how to counter rising security threats posed by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Reuters

Giant explosion at Russian power station causes blackout near uranium mine

It comes after a huge explosion rocked an oil refinery in Russia's Rostov region, which borders Ukraine, some four miles inside Russia from the pro-Putin puppet state Luhansk People’s Republic

Daily Mirror

First Thing: January 6 hearing to focus on Trump’s pressuring of justice officials

Panel will cover how ex-president pushed department to further investigate debunked claims of fraud. Plus, Uvalde police chief placed on leave

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The war in Ukraine has entered a new, and more difficult, phase

Ukraine is struggling on the battlefield – and its western allies are grappling with economic and political trends that may weaken their support

The Guardian - US

Russians focus firepower to seize 2 villages in east Ukraine

Ukrainian authorities say Russia's military captured two villages in eastern Ukraine and were vying for control of a key highway in a continued offensive on the frontline

The Independent UK

G7 hopes to show unity on Ukraine despite darkening economic outlook

The Group of Seven rich democracies will seek to demonstrate their long-term support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression at a summit starting on Sunday even as the war's growing impact on the world economy tests their resolve.

Reuters

Ukraine calls for arms as fight for Luhansk at ‘fearful climax’

Russia captures more villages south of Severodonetsk while all of Lysychansk is now within the reach of Russian fire.

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Lavrov Discusses ‘Regional Security’, ‘Nuclear Deal’ in Tehran

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, at the start of a two-day visit, during which he will discuss the war in Ukraine, regional security and the Iranian nuclear talks. In a statement, the Russian foreign ministry said that discussions with…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UK offers expertise in escort of Ukraine grain to avert starvation in Africa

Liz Truss and Turkish foreign minister meet to discuss safe passage for convoy under UN plan

The Guardian - UK

UK announces new tranche of trade sanctions against Russia

Britain introduced a new tranche of trade sanctions against Russia on Thursday, a notice published on the government website said.

Reuters

Turkey says it is probing claims Russia stole Ukrainian grain

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said on Thursday that Ankara was investigating claims that Ukrainian grain has been stolen by Russia and would not allow any such grain to be brought to Turkey.

Reuters

Germany Faces Gas Supply 'Crisis,' Declares Alarm Level

Germany activated the second phase of its three-stage emergency plan for natural gas supplies Thursday, saying the country faces a “crisis” and warning that storage targets for the winter are at risk due to dwindling deliveries from Russia. The government said the decision to raise the level to “alarm” follows…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Germany faces gas supply 'crisis,' declares alarm level

Germany has activated the second phase of its three-stage emergency plan for natural gas supplies, saying the country faces a “crisis” and warning that storage targets for the winter are at risk due to dwindling deliveries from Russia

The Independent UK

Ukraine to begin first trial of Russian soldier accused of rape

Ukraine is expected on Thursday to hold a preliminary hearing in its first trial of a Russian soldier charged with raping a Ukrainian woman during Russia's invasion, the first of what could be dozens of such cases.

Reuters

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Russian veto on Syria border aid could spell disaster for Idlib

Idlib residents are worried that more poverty – and hunger – is on its way if a vital border crossing is closed.

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 120

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 120th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Asharq Al-Awsat

G7 Summit to Announce Measures Increasing 'Pressure on Russia', Says US Official

Leaders at the upcoming G7 summit in Germany will announce new measures aimed at pressuring Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, a senior US official said Wednesday. "We will roll out a concrete set of proposals to increase pressure on Russia," the official said.

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Why are some nations neutral on the Russia-Ukraine war?

Countries in Asia, Africa and the Middle East have refused to isolate Moscow, despite the EU’s lobbying efforts.

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Russian oil tankers get India safety cover via Dubai company

India is providing safety certification for dozens of ships managed by a Dubai subsidiary of top Russian shipping group Sovcomflot, official data showed, enabling oil exports to India and elsewhere after Western certifiers withdrew their services due to global sanctions against Moscow.

The Independent UK

3 summits offer test of Western unity, dominated by Ukraine

Three consecutive summits over the next week will test Western resolve to support Ukraine and the extent of international unity as rising geopolitical tensions and economic pain cast an increasingly long shadow

Asharq Al-Awsat

Vienna Returns as World's 'Most Livable City'

The Austrian capital Vienna has made a comeback as the world's most livable city, according to an annual report from the Economist published Thursday. The Ukrainian capital Kyiv was not included this year after Russia invaded the country in late February, while Russian cities Moscow and St Petersburg fell in…

The Guardian - UK

Putin is not yet ready to end the Ukraine war. When he is, we must be prepared

It’s vital to avoid a false choice between peace and justice, says Jonathan Powell, Tony Blair’s chief negotiator on Northern Ireland

ABC News

Ukraine is set to become an official candidate for EU membership, here's what that means

Ukraine is set to become an official candidate for European Union membership. Here's what that means.

The Independent UK

The AP Interview: Estonian PM says don't play down Russia

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas has told The Associated Press that the West shouldn't underestimate Russia’s military capabilities in Ukraine and that President Vladimir Putin's forces are in it for the long haul

Reuters

At least two sunoil tanks hit in Russian rocket attack on Mykolaiv

At least two sunflower oil tanks at a terminal in Ukraine's Black Sea port of Mykolaiv were seriously damaged in a Russian rocket attack, according to photos released on Thursday by the local emergency service.

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