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Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to seize European ships globally if the EU confiscates Russian vessels, in retaliation for Western actions against Russian assets. This warning comes amidst ongoing tensions and concerns about the impact on international shipping.
A Russian missile, identified as a Kh-101, landed in eastern Poland, prompting NATO to monitor the risk of the Ukraine war spilling over and strengthening its readiness to defend against threats.
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least eight people and wounded dozens in Ukraine, with strikes reported in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia. Meanwhile, fuel shortages are spreading in Russia beyond Crimea due to Ukrainian attacks, a situation President Putin acknowledged as a crisis but not a critical one.
Ukraine conducted drone strikes on oil facilities in the St. Petersburg region, coinciding with a major economic forum, while also launching a separate attack on Zaporizhzhia that injured a minor and his father.
The association of Russian travel agencies reports that Russian citizens are losing access to direct international flights, with the number of such flights this summer expected to be lower than before the collapse of the USSR.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated his belief that the conflict in Ukraine is "coming to an end," a declaration made during a period that also saw him meet with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and offer a conditional meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky.
President Vladimir Putin's security has been drastically heightened in recent months, with the Kremlin reportedly fearing assassination attempts and potential drone attacks. Ukrainian President Zelensky also stated that Russia is apprehensive about possible drone strikes over Red Square during the Victory Day parade.
The Kremlin has denied reports that President Vladimir Putin pressured leading Russian businessmen to donate money to stabilize the country's finances for the Ukraine war, clarifying that while contributions are welcomed, they are voluntary. This comes after earlier reports indicated Putin was demanding funds from oligarchs for the ongoing conflict.
Dr. Bartłomiej Gajos advises Polish politicians to be vigilant when Vladimir Putin speaks about Poland, suggesting it could signal planned actions against the country, drawing parallels with Russia's communication preceding the aggression against Ukraine.
Niewykluczone, że reżim ajatollahów zdążył wywieźć część zapasów irańskiego złota do Rosji. Wcześniej majątki do Moskwy przeniosło kilku dyktatorów, którym Władimir Putin udzielił schronienia.
The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran, and the attack resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
US intelligence is warning that Russia may launch a limited attack on a NATO member, particularly in the Baltic region, as early as this autumn, even before the war in Ukraine concludes. Concerns are heightened by dwindling US munitions and the potential for a 'false flag' operation.
Donald Trump reportedly offered assistance to Vladimir Putin in finding a solution to the war in Ukraine during a phone conversation. Trump also spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Semyon Skrepetsky, a Russian dissident artist known for satirizing Vladimir Putin, was shot and killed in Poland. Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder, which Polish officials are investigating as a potentially unprecedented case.
Donald Trump has repeatedly stated his intention to speak with Taiwan's president, a move that risks provoking strong opposition and anger from China. This diplomatic shift challenges long-standing US policy regarding Taiwan.
Following his interactions with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Donald Trump commented on a range of topics including trade deals, Iran's nuclear program, Taiwan arms sales, and the unlikely release of Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai. He also reflected on the overall dynamic and potential for lifting sanctions related to Iranian oil.
Ukraińskie drony po raz kolejny pojawiły się nad Moskwą, wzbudzając na Kremlu obawy o bezpieczeństwo zbliżającej się defilady. Na tyle poważne, że Władimir Putin zadzwonił do Donalda Trumpa.
The Ukraine war has seen a significant escalation in drone warfare, with Russia launching hundreds of attack drones and Ukraine conducting strikes on Russian targets, including an oil complex. Concurrently, intense ground fighting continues with dozens of combat engagements reported across the front lines.
In an interview, German publicist Thomas Urban compares Vladimir Putin to Joseph Stalin, stating Putin fights 'Nazis' and lies about Katyn, while also discussing the delayed political reaction contributing to anti-Ukrainian sentiment in Poland.
The Kremlin intends to provide military assistance to its 'strategic partner' Iran, but only with weapons it does not require for its ongoing conflict against Ukraine.
Władimir Putin cierpliwie milczy w sprawie Iranu, ale im więcej tak radykalnych ruchów Donalda Trumpa – ewidentnie uderzających w interesy rosyjskie i podważających sojusze, które Rosja zbudowała –…
General Krzysztof Król, advisor to the Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Army, warns that while it's uncertain if Russia will be ready for conflict by 2027, it is gradually rebuilding its capabilities for confrontation with the West.
The director of a Russian drone manufacturing company, known for producing 'Ghoul' drones, was seriously injured in a car explosion near Yekaterinburg. Media reports indicate he was critically wounded in the blast.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has called for the domestic production of Patriot missiles and urged 40 allied nations to supply them, following a series of intensified Russian attacks that included a strike on a sports center injuring children and a mass attack on Kyiv that killed 27.
A Kremlin survey indicates that one-third of Russians are feeling the effects of sanctions and the ongoing war, putting pressure on President Putin. Meanwhile, Putin called for unity and patriotism on Russia Day amidst a massive drone attack by Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where the leaders called for a "multi-polar" world order and criticized the US. While they praised their "unshakable foundations," a key gas pipeline agreement timeline was not finalized.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Moscow, where Putin claimed the war in Ukraine is nearing its end and proposed new peace talks, insisting they must take place in the Russian capital. The meeting marked a notable diplomatic engagement between Russia and an EU member state.
The European Union is set to become a co-founder of a special tribunal for the crime of aggression against Ukraine, with Liechtenstein also joining the initiative. This tribunal aims to prosecute individuals, including Vladimir Putin, for the aggression against Ukraine.
A report suggests that Russian President Vladimir Putin's desire for immortality has become a matter of state policy, with his elder daughter, an endocrinologist, playing a significant role in efforts related to his longevity.
Millions of people in major Russian cities have reportedly been cut off from the global internet as the Kremlin, under Vladimir Putin, finalizes the construction of a 'great Russian firewall,' preparing the society for significant upcoming changes.
Posyjski przywódca Władimir Putin w rozmowie telefonicznej z prezydentem USA Donaldem Trumpem zaproponował, by wzbogacony uran z Iranu trafił do Rosji. Trump miał odrzucić tę propozycję.
Vladimir Putin has appointed Georgy Michno, an employee of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as the new Russian ambassador to Poland, replacing Sergey Andreev.
Russia wants to impose a different lifestyle on the world and change the lives people have chosen for themselves - said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview he gave to the BBC on the eve of the fourth