Russia losing up to 6,000 troops weekly in Ukraine war, US claims IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 24
Kyiv, Moscow trade long-range air strikes, killing more than a dozen At least 21 people were killed across Russia and Ukraine as the two nations traded air strikes on Friday, authorities from both countries said. The attacks included a Russian missile strike at a gathering of Ukraine's defence industry near Kyiv. France 24 · Jul 24
Chaotic sanctions negotiations expose cracks in EU front versus Russia New round of EU sanctions against Russia shaped by a series of veto threats as member states sought to protect national interests. The final package, significantly watered down, has exposed growing cracks within the bloc. Euronews · Jul 24
TV tonight: the great pandemic drama you might have missed Station Eleven comes to Sky Atlantic, starring Himesh Patel and Mackenzie Davis. Plus: Boris Johnson’s Ukraine documentary. Here’s what to watch this evening The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
Ukraine-Russia war latest: At least 10 killed as Putin launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv’s drone exhibition At least five people were killed in the city of Sloviansk, in addition to those in Kyiv The Independent UK · Jul 24
US is ready to help end the 'senseless war' in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead, Rubio says Secretary Rubio expressed the Trump administration's commitment to ending the Ukraine war. He acknowledged that diplomacy requires sustained effort and new ideas for resolution. Discussions also focused on escalating fighting in the Middle East and South China Sea. China defended its maritime military actions while the Philippines reported harassment. The Economic Times · Jul 24
Ukraine war briefing: EU sanctions oust Russian president of world chess EU unveils largest package in four years of measures against Russian individuals and interests; Laura Loomer shows up in Kyiv. What we know on day 1,612 The Guardian - AU · Jul 24
Temu Tomahawk shows Ukraine is rapidly turning into China for the US Military, and that's a good thing Ukraine's affordable missile production is challenging Western defense economics while creating industrial partnerships that could reshape future military manufacturing. TechRadar · Jul 23
Trump ally Laura Loomer meets Zelensky in striking reversal on Ukraine war Loomer had spent years minimizing Russia's invasion of Ukraine and amplifying Russian propaganda to her nearly two million followers The Independent UK · Jul 23
We hid in the bathroom, Irish premier told as he meets people in bomb-hit Kyiv Micheál Martin said ‘people should not have to suffer like this’. Evening Standard · Jul 23
Oil Prices Soar as US-Iran Conflict Expands to Red Sea September WTI crude oil (CLU26 ) on Wednesday closed up +2.49 (+2.95%), and September RBOB gasoline (RBU26 ) closed up +0.0186 (+0.58%). WTI crude oil prices (CLU26 ) are up more than +6% today after the Iran-backed Houthis launched a missile and drone attack on two Saudi Arabian oil tankers... Barchart · Jul 23
Zelensky challenges Ukraine’s new army chiefs in bid to aim war with Russia IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 23
Ukraine ‘priority’ for Ireland during EU presidency, Taoiseach says Micheál Martin said it was important to visit Ukraine early in Ireland’s EU presidency Evening Standard · Jul 23
Rubio says US committed to helping end Ukraine war after meeting Lavrov US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated America is ready to help end the Ukraine war. He spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during an ASEAN gathering in Manila. Rubio conveyed President Donald Trump's clear message of US willingness to facilitate peace. Lavrov reaffirmed Russia's commitment to a political… The Economic Times · Jul 23
International Business Times UK · Jul 23 'I Was Propagandised': Laura Loomer Admits Russian Media Lied and Slams GOP Allies as 'Ignorant' MAGA influencer Laura Loomer admits being influenced by Russian media after visiting Ukraine, criticising GOP allies and reaffirming her support for Trump despite changing views on Russia.
Evening Standard · Jul 23 Irish premier says ‘no concrete evidence’ on alumina exports investigation Micheál Martin said the probe was ‘almost complete’ and the results would be shared with the European Commission.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Sailor dies after Ukraine-bound gas tanker ‘struck by drones’ in Black Sea IN FULL
The Conversation · Jul 23 Putin under pressure but history tells us most Russian leaders die with their boots on Russia’s war against Ukraine is not going according to Vladimir Putin’s original plan. The Russian president’s initial strategy called for the war to be won within ten days, but Ukraine’s spirited defence in the first months of the war robbed Russia of the initiative. Now, four and a half years…
Euronews · Jul 23 Lavrov tells Rubio 'unacceptable' for US to continue arms sales to Kyiv Lavrov and Rubio are also said to have discussed the situation in the Persian Gulf. Washington's focus has largely shifted to the region, where it remains locked in conflict with Iran.
The Conversation · Jul 23 Ukraine war: inside the longstanding conflict between politicians and military commanders The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has dismissed the country’s commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi after a turbulent week in which he also removed his defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. The dismissal of the popular defence minister, who is credited by many as the brains behind Ukraine’s successful drone strategy, brought thousands on to…
The Independent UK · Jul 23 A sailor dies after a Ukraine-bound tanker catches fire off Romania as officials probe war link A sailor injured when a Ukraine-bound tanker ship caught fire off Romania’s Black Sea coast has died, Romanian media reported Thursday
The Times of India · Jul 23 'Targeted shadow fleet for first time': EU announces major ops against Russia, unveils fresh sanctions The European Union on Thursday approved its 21st package of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine, retaining the existing oil price cap for another year while expanding restrictions on banks, crypto firms and, for the first time, vessels linked to Moscow's "shadow fleet". European Commission president Ursula von…
Euronews · Jul 23 Putin stepping up hybrid war on Latvia because he’s ‘losing in Ukraine’, PM Kulbergs says In an exclusive interview with Europe Today, Latvia’s Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs says the “top level of the Russian mob” is behind a recent uptick in attempted migrant crossings into his country from Belarus.
France 24 · Jul 23 War in Ukraine: EU agrees 21st round of sanctions on Russia EU ambassadors on Thursday reached a political agreement on a new round of sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine war, according to EU diplomats. The 21st sanctions package includes a 12-month freeze on the Russian oil price cap.
The Independent UK · Jul 23 Russia's biggest online retailer is the latest target of Ukraine's attacks Ukrainian attacks on Russian warehouses have targeted Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer