Ukraine may have launched a new push, but seeks longer-range weapons What happened in the 74th week of Russia’s war in Ukraine? Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023
Ukrainian fencer Kharlan wins historic bout with Russian opponent Fencer Olha Kharlan became the first athlete to represent Ukraine in competition against a Russian/Belarusian since Russia's invasion last year. Kharlan outclassed her opponent, Anna Smirnova, and refused to acknowledge or shake her hand at the end. Kharlan was cheered on by around 20 members of the Ukrainian delegation chanting… The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 519 of the invasion Security guard at Odesa port killed after Russian strike; Zelenskiy visits Dnipro in southeastern Ukraine The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023
Kyiv is said to have launched a major push against Russian forces in southeastern Ukraine Kyiv has launched a major push to dislodge Russian forces from southeastern Ukraine as part of its weeks-long counteroffensive, committing thousands of troops to the battle in the country’s southeast The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Putin hosts African leaders in St-Petersburg for the second Russia-Africa summit The two-day Russia-Africa summit is to begin today, Thursday, in St. Petersburg. For Vladimir Putin, it will be a key moment as he attempts to build support in Africa while his international stature weakens. For African leaders, it could be a time to reinforce their own unity and speak with… Radio France Internationale · Jul 27, 2023
Moldova expels 45 Russian diplomats and embassy staff over ‘attempts to destabilise’ country Russia given 15 August deadline to cut its embassy staff to 25 from current strength of 80 The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
No United States President can walk back on climate change commitments now: John Kerry In an interview to The Hindu, United States special envoy for climate, John Kerry, who is in India for a G20 meeting on climate change issues, said he was still hopeful about a consensus statement, but wouldn’t commit to the U.S. compromising over language on the Ukraine war in order… The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023
Putin on a charm offensive as Russia-Africa Summit kicks off Leaders from across Africa attending talks in St Petersburg, with food security and Ukraine war high on the agenda. Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023
The War Came to Us by Christopher Miller review – on the ground in Ukraine A seasoned correspondent looks back at life in the run-up to invasion The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2023
Trapped in NATO antechamber, Kyiv eyes 'military Marshall plan' Strategy is a matter of choice. Turkey’s in extremis blessing of Sweden’s bid to join NATO, two days before the organisation’s Vilnius summit kicked off on 11 July, did not conceal the difficult equation that diplomats had to solve in the Lithuanian capital city: what status should Ukraine be granted?… The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023
Bluffing or not, Putin’s declared deployment of nuclear weapons to Belarus ramps up saber-rattling Sometime this summer, if President Vladimir Putin can be believed, Russia moved some of its short-range nuclear weapons into Belarus, closer to Ukraine and onto the doorstep of NATO’s members in Central and Eastern Europe The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian forces say they have recaptured frontline village after Putin says attacks have intensified – as it happened Zelenskiy posts video showing soldiers in village of Staromaiorske; Russian president says attacks have increased primarily on frontline in Zaporizhzhia The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023
Biden is welcoming far-right Italian Prime Minister Meloni for White House talks President Joe Biden is set to welcome Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to the White House for talks The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war – live: Exiled Wagner chief Prigozhin ‘spotted at Putin’s Africa summit’ First sighting of Wagner chief since his failed mutiny in Moscow The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Can Africa and China help end the Russia-Ukraine war? Not right away. But if the mood for talks grows, Africa and China hold advantages that could make them vital mediators.
Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 519 These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 519th day.
Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023 Biden administration moves to assist ICC in Russia investigation US has previously been sceptical of cooperation with the ICC, worrying it could investigate alleged abuses by US forces.
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 Angry Russia refuses to speak at UN meeting on its attacks on Ukraine's key port city of Odesa. In an escalation of Russia’s anger at Ukraine and its Western backers, Russia refused to speak at a U.N. Security Council meeting called to discuss Moscow’s recent attacks on Odesa
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 NATO will step up security in Black Sea region after Russia declares parts are unsafe for shipping NATO says it's stepping up surveillance of the Black Sea region as it condemned Russia’s exit from a landmark deal that allowed Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 Ukrainian security service claims responsibility for October Crimea bridge blast Ukraine’s security service has claimed responsibility for the first time for an explosion that badly damaged the Kerch Bridge linking the Russian-occupied Crimean Peninsula with Russia
The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023 Kremlin blames west for small number of leaders due at Russia-Africa summit Ukraine war and grain deal exit loom over forum that could be ‘make or break for Putin’ in courting Africa
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 Wrongfully detained in Russia and injured fighting in Ukraine. Everything we know about Trevor Reed Here’s everything you need to know about the former US Marine and why he was arrested
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023 African leaders arrive in Russia for summit with Putin, as Kremlin seeks allies in Ukraine war Some African leaders have arrived in Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin as the Kremlin seeks more allies amid the fighting in Ukraine
The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023 Ukraine steps up counteroffensive with new push south and around Bakhmut Ukrainian official says every type of weapon in use, including US cluster munitions, as troops push forward
The Week · Jul 26, 2023 Can the Ukraine-Russia Black Sea grain deal be rescued? Concerns over a global food crisis are mounting as the West continues to look for safe ways to export Ukrainian grain following the ending of the Black Sea Grain Initiative.