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Russia keeps up pressure on the front line as Ukraine gets a boost from Western military aid
Russian attacks on Ukrainian positions in the eastern town of Chasiv Yar are disrupting troop rotations and supply deliveries, soldiers report. As Ukraine awaits new Western military aid, Russia seeks to exploit its numerical and firepower advantage. Civilian targets are also heavily bombed, leading to ICC arrest warrants for former Russian defense leaders for alleged war crimes. Despite intense fighting, Ukrainian forces strive to hold Chasiv Yar, crucial for its strategic location. The U.S. and Czech Republic are bolstering Ukraine's ammunition supplies, while a prisoner swap was mediated by the UAE.
Kremlin slams US ban on cybersecurity firm Kaspersky
The Kremlin on Friday criticised the US decision to ban Moscow's cybersecurity firm Kaspersky over security concerns as creating "unfair competition" from American companies. "Kaspersky Lab is a company which is very, very competitive on the international level," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Kremlin slams US ban on cybersecurity firm Kaspersky
The Kremlin on Friday criticised the US decision to ban Moscow's cybersecurity firm Kaspersky over security concerns as creating "unfair competition" from American companies. "Kaspersky Lab is a company which is very, very competitive on the international level," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Macron says France to sell Mirage 2000 warplanes to Ukraine
French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday that France will supply Ukraine with Mirage combat aircraft to help defend the country against Russian aggression. In an interview with a French broadcaster, Macron stated that the sale of Mirage 2005 fighter jets will enable Ukraine to protect its airspace and territory from Russian attacks. France will also provide training for Ukrainian pilots as part of the new cooperation agreement.
Western army trainers in Ukraine not immune from strikes, Kremlin says
Western army instructors who train Ukrainian soldiers in the country would have no "immunity" from Russian strikes, the Kremlin said Tuesday, amid reports that France could despatch military trainers to Ukraine. France does not officially have military personnel assisting or training Ukrainian forces in Ukraine at the moment.
Kremlin says NATO 'provoking' Ukraine to prolong conflict
The Kremlin accused NATO of provoking Ukraine to extend the conflict by encouraging the use of Western-supplied weapons against Russia. As NATO foreign ministers met in Prague, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov claimed the US and European allies were deliberately escalating tensions. Ukraine has been urging its supporters, particularly the US, to permit strikes inside Russia, but the US and Germany have resisted, fearing direct conflict with Moscow.
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France's Macron urges a green light for Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with Western weapons
French President Emmanuel Macron urged Western allies to allow Ukraine to strike Russian military bases using long-range weapons provided by the West. Macron's call, echoed by NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, comes amid Ukraine's struggles due to delayed military aid and shortages. While Western leaders have been cautious, fearing escalation, Macron emphasized targeting only Russian bases launching attacks on Ukraine. The U.S. remains hesitant, maintaining restrictions on using its weapons to strike inside Russia. Recent European pledges include significant military support from Belgium, Spain, and Sweden.
'Risk averse' West torn over Ukraine push to strike Russia: analysts
Amid rising calls for Ukraine to strike inside Russia using Western-supplied long-range weapons, allies remain cautious due to fears of escalation and nuclear threats from Moscow. NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg urged lifting restrictions to aid Ukraine's defense, but the US and Germany hesitate. Despite Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's criticism, divisions persist among Western leaders. Some, like French President Emmanuel Macron, suggest deploying Western troops, challenging traditional stances and highlighting deepening debates on the conflict's next steps.
Top Russian military officials are being arrested. Why is it happening?
Following the arrest of a Russian deputy defense minister last month, a series of detentions of senior military officials on corruption charges has unfolded. These arrests coincided with President Vladimir Putin's fifth term and a reshuffle of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu. The detentions have sparked speculation about Putin's control over the Defense Ministry, potential turf battles, or other internal power plays. Corruption has long been entrenched in Russia's system, but the recent crackdown, especially amid the war in Ukraine, suggests a significant shift in handling graft within the defense sector.
Pentagon says Russia launched space weapon in path of US satellite
Russia has reportedly launched a space weapon and placed it in the same orbit as a US government satellite, according to the Pentagon. The Russian satellite, launched on May 16, is believed to be capable of attacking other satellites in low Earth orbit. Pentagon spokesman Air Force Major General Pat Ryder emphasized the US's readiness to protect its interests in space. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov declined to comment, asserting that Russia acts in accordance with international law.
Russia begins nuclear drills in an apparent warning to West over Ukraine
Russia's military has started drills with tactical nuclear weapons in response to Western officials' comments on deeper involvement in Ukraine. The drills involve non-strategic nuclear weapons like Kinzhal and Iskander missiles in the Southern Military District near Ukraine and Crimea.
Xi, Putin hail ties as 'stabilising' force in chaotic world
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin emphasized the crucial role of China-Russia relations in maintaining global peace and stability.
Slovakia PM Robert Fico shot, fighting 'life-threatening' injuries
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times after a cabinet meeting, sustaining life-threatening injuries. He was rushed to the hospital, and his condition was described as critical. The attack was condemned by EU leaders. Fico, a populist leader, has been accused of being Kremlin-friendly and has been prime minister since last year. The suspected gunman has been detained by the police.
Russia warns of 'enormous danger' if NATO sends troops to Ukraine
The situation in Ukraine remains tense, with Russia warning against the potential deployment of NATO troops. The Kremlin views such intervention as extremely dangerous and provocative. A Ukrainian petition calling for NATO troops' assistance has garnered attention, although it's unclear if it will meet the required number of votes for a response from President Zelenskiy. NATO has supported Ukraine with weapons but has not deployed troops, a move warned against by both Biden and Putin.
Kremlin parades Western equipment captured from Ukrainian army at Moscow exhibition
Russian authorities have criticized supplies of Western weapons and military equipment to Ukraine, casting them as evidence of NATO's direct involvement in the fighting. At the same time, Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly declared that Western military supplies to Kyiv wouldn't change the course of the conflict and prevent Russia from achieving its goals.
Russia threatens West with severe response if its assets are touched
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said Russia would never cede territories seized from Ukraine in exchange for the return of frozen assets, while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in a separate comment that there was still a lot of Western money in Russia which could be targeted by Moscow's counter-measures.
Kremlin says Ukraine access to ATACMS will not impact outcome of conflict
The Kremlin downplayed the impact of Ukraine's access to long-range weapons, including ATACMS from the United States, on the ongoing conflict. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that while the US's involvement and supply of weapons could cause more problems for Ukraine, it would not fundamentally change the outcome of the conflict. The US recently sent ATACMS missiles to Ukraine, with some capable of hitting targets up to 300 kilometers away. This development coincided with President Joe Biden signing a bill for $61 billion in new aid for Ukraine, including artillery and air defense munitions.
Kremlin: US House passage of Ukraine aid bill will hurt Ukraine, cause more deaths
The House approved a legislative package providing $60.84 billion to Ukraine, including $23 billion to replenish U.S. weapons, stocks and facilities. The package now goes to the U.S. Senate, which passed a similar measure two months ago, for expected approval next week. It then is passed on to President Joe Biden to sign.
Kremlin suggests Ukraine would use an 'Olympic truce' to try to regroup
The Kremlin responded cautiously to French President Macron's proposal for an Olympic truce during the Paris Games, expressing concerns that Ukraine might exploit the pause to regroup and rearm. While suspending conflicts during the Olympics is a tradition, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov noted Ukraine's past behavior during such pauses. However, he stopped short of ruling out the truce, stating no official steps had been taken. Macron expressed determination to pursue a truce in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan, intending to engage Chinese President Xi Jinping on the matter.
Kremlin reveals Putin's inner turmoil post-Moscow terror attack
On the fateful evening of March 22, terrorists struck the music venue in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Region, just beyond the city's borders. The latest figures report 144 fatalities.
Russia's Putin to visit China in May, sources say
Putin plans to visit China for talks with Xi Jinping amidst Western criticism. The Kremlin confirmed the upcoming trip, set for the second half of May. The visit follows Russia's invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing geopolitical tensions.
Kremlin says Putin didn't threaten to use nuclear weapons, U.S. took him out of context
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday that Putin had merely been answering a journalist's questions on the subject and restating the already well known circumstances in which Russia would theoretically be forced to use nuclear weapons.
Germany and Poland say they're not sending troops to Ukraine as the Kremlin warns of a wider war
European heavyweights Germany and Poland, along with NATO, affirmed they won't send troops to Ukraine amid reports of Western countries considering military involvement in the conflict with Russia. The Kremlin warned that such action would lead to inevitable conflict. French President Macron, who suggested the possibility of ground troops, faced criticism, prompting his government to clarify that discussions at a recent conference focused on de-mining and military training operations, not sending troops for combat.
Kremlin says Biden calling Putin a 'crazy SOB' debases the U.S
"The use of such language against the head of another state by the president of the United States is unlikely to infringe on our president, President Putin," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Reuters. "But it debases those who use such vocabulary."
Kremlin confirms Russian warship hit by Ukrainian strike
Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu informed "about the damage to our large landing ship" to President Vladimir Putin in "a very detailed report", the president's spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists. Russia's defence ministry said that the ship was damaged by guided aerial missiles.
Kremlin says there is no basis for peace negotiations with Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy signed a decree in October 2022 formally declaring the prospect of any Ukrainian talks with Putin "impossible" after Russia claimed to have annexed four regions of southern and eastern Ukraine.
Russia puts Meta spokesman on wanted list
In October 2022, Russia listed Meta as a "terrorist and extremist" organisation, opening possible criminal investigations and fines for users in the country.
Russia gives high marks to results of G20 summit hosted by India: Kremlin spokesman
According to Putin, a lot was done in order to focus the activity of G20 countries on seeking solutions for the most pressing issues of the international socio-economic agenda which was the initial reason for the very existence of the group. The Russian president asserted that precisely this team-first approach is now as important as ever, the Tass reported.
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