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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,227

Here are the key events on day 1,227 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Afghans Both Hopeful, Disappointed After Russia's Taliban Recognition

Russia's decision to formally recognise the Taliban government has been seen as an opening for a stronger economy by some Afghans, while others were sceptical that it would improve their lot.

International Business Times

Eight OPEC+ Alliance Members Move Toward Output Hike At Meeting

Saudi Arabia, Russia and six other key members of the OPEC+ alliance will discuss crude production on Saturday, with analysts expecting the latest in a series of output hikes for August.

International Business Times

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Ukraine war briefing: Power to Zaporizhzhia plant cut off as UN watchdog warns nuclear safety ‘extremely precarious’

IAEA chief says electricity restored after 3½ hours as Ukraine blames Russian shelling for outage; Kyiv accuses Putin of ‘humiliating’ Trump with attack on capital. What we know on day 1,228

The Guardian - AU

EU leaders renew backing for Moldova’s EU membership ambitions at landmark summit

The investment announced by EU leaders on Friday aims to boost Moldova’s economy and reduce its vulnerability to external pressures, particularly from Russia.

Euronews

Putin’s new alliance shatters illusions of ‘great relationship’ – the devastating truth Donald Trump can’t bear to face

But they were the terrorists.

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Trump’s big ‘beautiful letters’ go unanswered as pen pal Kim Jong Un snubs POTUS for Russia

First Elon, now Kim?

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Zelenskyy and Trump agree on joint defence efforts in 'fruitful' phone call

The talk comes a day after Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Ukraine, Iran and other issues in a call the Kremlin described as "frank and constructive".

Euronews

Dutch and German agencies report Russia's increased use of banned chemical weapons in Ukraine

The Russian military is increasingly using banned chemical weapons like chloropicrin in Ukraine, forcing soldiers into the open. Dutch and German intelligence agencies revealed this, urging sanctions and support for Kyiv.

Euronews

Russia’s diplomatic circle of friends: Taliban and North Korea in, Azerbaijan and Armenia out

As Russia became the first country to recognise the Taliban as the ruling government of Afghanistan, Moscow's long-standing ties with its traditional allies have been falling apart. Who are Moscow's ex-partners, and who are the new allies?

Euronews

Trump has ‘good conversation’ with Zelenskyy after heavy bombardment of Ukraine by Russia

US munitions slated for Ukraine held up over shortage as Trump ‘disappointed’ by Putin’s refusal to make concessions

The Guardian - US

Dutch intelligence services say Russia has stepped up use of banned chemical weapons in Ukraine

Two Dutch intelligence agencies say that Russia is increasing its use of prohibited chemical weapons in Ukraine including the World War I-era poison gas chloropicrin

The Independent UK

Russia recognises the Taliban: Which other countries may follow?

From China to Iran, several countries have already been engaging with the Taliban. Experts say they could be next.

Al Jazeera

Photos show the damage after the latest missile and drone strike targeting Kyiv

Kyiv was targeted with waves of drone and missile attacks overnight into Friday in the largest aerial assault since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began more than three years ago, officials said, amid a renewed Russian push to capture more of its neighbor’s land.

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Afghanistan hails Russia’s decision to recognise Taliban rule as ‘historic step’

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The Conversation

Russia is paying schoolgirls to have babies. Why is pronatalism on the rise around the world?

In some parts of Russia, schoolgirls who become pregnant are being paid more than 100,000 roubles (nearly £900) for giving birth and raising their babies.

The Independent UK

Putin may be mocking Trump over Ukraine – but the US president won’t do anything about it

ANALYSIS: The Europeans are stepping up pleas to Trump over Ukraine while he’s ‘mocked’ by Putin. World affairs editor Sam Kiley explains how the US is no longer seen as a European ally

The Guardian - US

Canada races to build icebreakers amid melting ice and geopolitical tensions

In an Arctic reshaped by the climate crisis, less ice really means more as countries face risks in push for more ships

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The Independent UK

Russia becomes first country to recognise Afghanistan’s Taliban regime. Will China follow?

Experts monitoring the Taliban’s new diplomacy push in Asia say China could follow suit, paving the way for wider recognition of the militant group and ending its pariah status on the world stage. Arpan Rai reports

Al Jazeera

Russia expanding Ukraine chemical weapons use, allege European spy agencies

Russia denies using the weapons, as does Ukraine; International body says previous accusations not “substantiated.”

The Independent UK

Russian use of chemical weapons in Ukraine ‘widespread and growing’ European intelligence warns

Moscow is accused of using deadly choking agent chloropicrin to flush Kyiv’s troops out of trenches

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Putin’s puppet threatens nuclear strikes on Europe while calling Starmer, Macron, and Merz satanists

Nuclear threats dressed up as holy war.

The Independent UK

Russia vows ‘full-fledged relations’ with Afghanistan after recognising Taliban rule

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The Independent UK

Ukrainians flee to shelter as Russia carries out night-time bombardment

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The Independent UK

14 hospitalised in Kyiv following Russia’s drone and missile bombardment

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