Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 770 As the war enters its 770th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Apr 4, 2024
Ukraine war briefing: Russia warns France against deploying troops to Ukraine Russian defence minister has first phone call with French counterpart since 2022; Russian drones hit Kharkiv, killing five, says regional governor. What we know on day 771 The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2024
France Denies Russian Claim Of Discussion On Potential Ukraine Talks Russia said that its defence minister Sergei Shoigu and French counterpart Sebastien Lecornu discussed the potential for talks on the Ukraine conflict during a rare telephone call on Wednesday, a claim that Paris immediately denied. International Business Times · Apr 3, 2024
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Opposes Ukraine Aid Package Funding Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene opposes Speaker Mike Johnson's Ukraine aid package, threatening his removal amid GOP divisions. Top News · Apr 3, 2024
Trump-proof plan for NATO? Alliance looks to take over US-led efforts to arm Ukraine Originally, it was supposed to be a NATO foreign ministers' meeting to plan a birthday party. But at 75, the same alliance that just a few years ago wondered whether it had outlived its purpose, now has to instead figure out how to quickly take on more responsibility. Up until… France 24 · Apr 3, 2024
French, Russian Defence Ministers Hold Rare Talks After Moscow Attack French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Wednesday told Russian counterpart Sergei Shoigu in rare telephone talks that France is ready to step up exchanges to battle "terrorism" after the deadly Moscow attack claimed by Islamic State. International Business Times · Apr 3, 2024
Why comparisons between Gaza and Ukraine are not valid Letter: The idea that Israel was right to have responded to Hamas’s horrific attacks as it has done is callous and lacking in empathy, writes Ayesha Masood The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2024
NATO agrees to work on long-term military support for Ukraine Stoltenberg says Kyiv has ‘urgent needs’ and delays in providing support can have consequences on the battlefield. Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2024
How anti-Americanism shaped France's Russophile elites President Emmanuel Macron’s call for Europe not to rule out sending troops to Ukraine to defeat Russia marks a turning point in France's decades-long "unhealthy fascination" with the country and its strongmen, argues journalist Elisa Vidal. So what's been driving the charm? Radio France Internationale · Apr 3, 2024
NATO Urged To Ensure Ukraine Arms Flow As 100-bn-euro Fund Floated NATO foreign ministers on Wednesday debated a proposal to create a 100-billion-euro, five-year fund for Ukraine, as the alliance's chief urged them to guarantee long-term arms supplies for Kyiv's outgunned forces. International Business Times · Apr 3, 2024
NATO Considers 100 Billion Euro Military Fund For Ukraine NATO considers establishing a 100 billion euro military fund to support Ukraine amid rising tensions with Russia. Top News · Apr 3, 2024
Pope Francis Calls For Cease-Fire In Gaza And Ukraine Pope Francis calls for peace in Gaza, honors fallen Ukrainian soldier Oleksandre, and emphasizes humanitarian aid efforts. Top News · Apr 3, 2024
'They put us all in front': Nepalese men recruited by Russia to fight in Ukraine Since the start of the conflict in Ukraine, hundreds of Nepalese men – many with no military experience – have been enlisted by Russian recruiters. President Vladimir Putin has publicly promised citizenship and a high salary to those who sign up to fight for Russia. This has led to a… France 24 · Apr 3, 2024
Ukraine Lowers Military Conscription Age Amid Depleted Ranks Ukraine lowers conscription age to 25 in response to conflict with Russia, aiming to bolster military forces and safeguard sovereignty. Top News · Apr 3, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: Nato ministers agree to plan for greater alliance role in coordinating Ukraine aid, says Stoltenberg – as it happened Allies will plan for ‘greater Nato role in coordinating security assistance and training’, says Nato secretary general
Top News · Apr 3, 2024 Russia Sees Surge In Army Recruitment After Concert Attack Russia sees a notable increase in army recruitment post Ukraine concert attack, amid escalating tensions and security concerns.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 3, 2024 NATO ministers meet to discuss €100bn military fund for Ukraine NATO foreign ministers are on Wednesday meeting in Brussels amid increased worry about the ongoing war in Ukraine. They're expected to discuss a proposal to create a €100 billion fund for supporting Ukraine’s military.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2024 Send missiles to Ukraine or stand accused of appeasing Russia? Olaf Scholz must choose The SPD chancellor has drawn a line in the sand. But playing the peace card to win back anti-war voters could cast his party into the political wilderness
Top News · Apr 3, 2024 White House Considers Ending LNG Export Pause For Ukraine Aid White House mulls lifting LNG export pause to aid Ukraine amid Russia tensions.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 3, 2024 ‘No choice’: Ukraine eyes Kerch bridge in Crimea for drone attack Third attack on Kerch bridge between Russia and occupied Crimea ‘inevitable’, say Ukraine’s military intelligence
AAP · Apr 3, 2024 Aust shares face natural drop following Easter's high The ASX200 has finished 1.3 per cent lower with drops in all sectors except energy and utilities.
Al Jazeera · Apr 3, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 769 As the war enters its 769th day, these are the main developments.
Top News · Apr 2, 2024 GOP Divided Over Funding Ukraine Aid Package Senate Republicans propose a new approach to fund Ukraine's defense, emphasizing support for Ukraine and countering Russia's advances.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2024 Ukraine war briefing: Nato foreign ministers to discuss proposal for €100bn fund for Ukraine Nato plan seen as a way to ‘Trump-proof’ aid for Kyiv; Zelenskiy lowers conscription age to 25. What we know on day 770
France 24 · Apr 2, 2024 Zelensky lowers army conscription age from 27 to 25 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday signed into law a measure lowering the country's army mobilisation age from 27 to 25, the parliament said on its website.