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India to send high level delegation to Ukraine summit, says Zelenskiy
India will send a high-level delegation to an international summit on Ukraine in Switzerland, following a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Italy. The leaders discussed trade, expanding ties, and preparations for the summit.
Ukraine summit attracts world leaders but fails to isolate Russia
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, French President Emmanuel Macron and the leaders of Germany, Italy, Britain, Canada and Japan are among those set to attend the June 15-16 meeting at the Swiss mountaintop resort of Buergenstock.
Zelenskiy meets heads of state in Singapore, seeks support for security summit
Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskiy met with heads of state and legislators in Singapore to seek security assistance and support for a peace summit. Zelenskiy and his defence minister Rustem Umerov had talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who updated Zelenskiy on Washington's military assistance to Kyiv and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to maintaining strong support. Zelenskiy pledged to strengthen the strategic defense partnership between the United States and Ukraine.
What is NATO chief's proposal for military aid for Ukraine?
NATO foreign ministers will debate a military support package for Ukraine proposed by alliance boss Jens Stoltenberg, due to uncertainty over future U.S. support for Ukraine due to the possible return of former president Donald Trump to the White House. Stoltenberg has proposed putting military aid for Kyiv on a longer-term footing, along with a multi-year financial pledge. NATO's 32 member countries have different views on the plan, and the ministers will seek to narrow those divisions at their meeting in Prague.
Volodymyr Zelenskiy, from ravaged Kharkiv, urges Biden and Xi to join peace summit
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appealed to U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Sunday to attend his peace summit as Ukraine struggles to stave off unrelenting attacks by Russia in its 27-month-old invasion.
Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills twelve, injures dozens
A Russian strike on a hardware superstore in Kharkiv, Ukraine, resulted in 11 deaths, with President Zelensky condemning the attack as "vile". The strike hit the 'Epitsentr' store, causing casualties and extensive damage. The attack drew international condemnation, with French President Macron calling it "unacceptable". Kharkiv, near the Russian border, has been a frequent target for Russian missiles. Zelensky called for increased air defense support and accused Putin of terrorism for the attack. The incident occurred amid ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides accusing each other of border attacks.
Zelenskiy says Ukrainian forces now control area where Russia pushed into Kharkiv region
Viktor Vodolatskiy, a member of Russia's State Duma lower house of parliament, was quoted by Tass news agency as saying Russian forces controlled more than half the territory of the town of Vovchansk, 5 km (three miles) inside the border.
Seven dead in Russian strikes on Kharkiv as Kyiv pleads for weapons
On Thursday, Russia launched missile strikes on Kharkiv, killing seven people at a printing house and wounding 28 others, as President Zelenskiy criticized Western allies for insufficient military support. The city, heavily bombarded for months, faced an intensified ground offensive beginning May 10, which has reportedly stalled. Around 15 missiles targeted transport infrastructure and the printing house, causing significant damage and casualties. Zelenskiy and other Ukrainian officials have called for more air defense systems, emphasizing the need for greater international assistance to counter Russian attacks effectively.
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.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy calls for air defense systems as allies meet
"This year, Russian jets (have) already used more than 9000 guided aerial bombs against Ukraine and we need the ability to shoot down the air combat aircraft so that they do not approach our positions and borders," Zelenskiy said at the start of a virtual meeting led by the United States on helping arm Ukraine.
Aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan heads to the Senate for final approval after months of delay
The Senate is set to vote on a $95 billion war aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with the $61 billion allocated for Ukraine being a critical component as the country faces increased Russian aggression. President Biden assured Ukrainian President Zelenskyy of the US's commitment to send air defense weaponry. The aid package also includes $26 billion for Israel and humanitarian relief for Gaza, as well as $8 billion to counter China in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
UK's Rishi Sunak, Ukraine's Zelenskiy discuss air defences
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak discussed Ukraine's urgent need for air defence systems with President Zelenskiy, announcing a £500 million increase in military support during his visit to Poland. This new funding brings Britain's total aid to £3 billion for the financial year, aligning with US efforts to support Ukraine. Sunak's trip aims to reassure his party before an upcoming election. He emphasized the importance of defending Ukraine against Russia's aggression, highlighting the need for immediate support to counter Russian advances.
Russia to intensify strikes on Western weapons in Ukraine, defence minister says
Russia's Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu announced plans to escalate attacks on Ukrainian storage bases holding Western weapons. Shoigu claimed Russia has challenged the perceived superiority of Western arms and seized the initiative along the 1,000 km front. This comes as the US prepares to send Ukraine a $61 billion military aid package, including ATACMS missile systems. Shoigu pledged to enhance Russia's military in response to perceived threats from the US and its allies, focusing on targeting logistics and storage of Western weaponry.
Zelenskiy urges speedy passage of $60 billion Ukraine aid in US Senate, transfer of weapons
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy welcomes $60 billion aid passage by U.S. House, urges swift action for weapon transfer. Long-range arms and air defense systems are top priorities for Ukraine's armed forces. Zelenskiy emphasizes the need for ATACMS and air defense systems, saying they are crucial for victory. Senate to consider aid package next week, including military equipment like ATACMS. Zelenskiy hopeful for stabilization of situation once weapons arrive, declines to provide timeline for war's end.
Zelenskiy urges speedy passage of Ukraine aid in US Senate, transfer of weapons
Zelenskiy urges swift approval for $60B aid to combat Russia. U.S. leaders advocate for Ukraine support. Incoming weapons crucial for Kyiv's defense against Russia's advances in eastern Ukraine.
Ukraine's Zelenskiy signs new army draft law to reinforce exhausted troops
Zelenskiy signs law to boost troop numbers in Ukraine amid Russian threat, facing shortages and funding blocks. Concerns over law's effectiveness in addressing draft evasion and escalating tensions with Russia.
Ukraine says it 'ran out of missiles' to stop Russian strike ruining power station
Ukraine's President Zelenskiy revealed that a lack of air defense missiles left the country vulnerable to a devastating Russian missile attack on its largest power plant near Kyiv. Zelenskiy stated that out of 11 missiles, only seven were intercepted, leading to the destruction of the Trypilska plant. This incident highlights Ukraine's dire situation as Russia escalates strikes on its energy infrastructure. Despite urgent pleas for additional air defenses, Western allies have been hesitant, with Germany being an exception, pledging to deliver more Patriot systems in response to Kyiv's urgent requests.
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.
Russian armoured assaults ramp up pressure on Ukraine's east, army chief says
Syrskyi said he travelled to the embattled area to stabilise the front as Russian assault groups using tanks and armoured personnel carriers took advantage of a period of dry, warm weather that was making it easier for them to manoeuvre.
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