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  US long-range missiles sent to Ukraine will not change war's outcome, says Russia

  World | April 25, 2024 20:11 IST

  The US had been secretly shipping long-range missiles to Ukraine in recent weeks as the latter's war with Russia has almost reached a breaking point. The missiles were contained in a $300 million military aid package for Ukraine that was approved by President Biden in March.

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  Biden signs package for $95 billion in military aid to Ukraine and Israel, TikTok ban

  World | April 25, 2024 1:22 IST

  Biden signed the $95 billion war aid measure package into law that includes military assistance for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, along with a provision for TikTok to be sold or banned in the US. The military package was passed by the Senate earlier after months of delays.

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  Russian deputy Defence Minister arrested for accepting bribes 'on a particularly large scale'

  World | April 24, 2024 13:18 IST

  Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov was detained on Tuesday, according to a brief 22-word statement by Russia's investigative committee. The statute that the investigators cited for his detention is for accepting bribes "on a particularly large scale".

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  BIG relief to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan as US Senate overwhelmingly passes USD 95 billion aid

  World | April 24, 2024 10:36 IST

  A sweeping foreign aid package easily passed the US Congress after months of delay, clearing the way for billions of dollars in fresh Ukraine funding amid advances from Russia's invasion force and Kyiv's shortages of military supplies.

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  Russian strategic bomber goes into tailspin after Ukraine claims to shoot it down | WATCH

  World | April 19, 2024 15:18 IST

  Ukraine claims it shot down the Russian Tu-22M3 bomber, while Moscow claims the plane crashed due to a malfunction after a combat mission. Previous Ukrainian claims of shooting down Russian warplanes have been denied by the Kremlin.

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  'Indian flag became my guarantee during Russia-Ukraine war: PM on how his intervention help students

  World | April 15, 2024 18:41 IST

  PM Narendra Modi said it was the power of the Indian flag which acted as a guarantee during the Russia-Ukraine war. He said not only Indians but also foreign nationals adorned the Tricolour in order to get rescued from the war region.

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  Ukraine would be outgunned 'ten to one' in weeks without US help, says top general in Europe

  World | April 10, 2024 23:37 IST

  Christopher Cavoli, the head of the European Command, said Russia was currently firing five artillery shells for every one fired by Ukraine and can launch large-scale attacks daily. The US Congress has delayed passing its $60 billion supplemental bill due to pressure from Republicans.

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  Russian missile strikes on Ukraine's Kharkiv kill 6 people, 11 wounded

  World | April 06, 2024 17:04 IST

  Russia fired 32 Iranian-made Shahed drones and six missiles at Ukraine, out of which 28 drones and three missiles were shot down, according to Kyiv's air commander. Meanwhile, Russian forces are carrying out offensive operations day and night and advancing in Ukraine.

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  Russia: Putin signs decree on compulsory enrollment of 1.5 lakh youths for military service

  World | April 01, 2024 6:48 IST

  All Russian men from 18-30 have one year of mandatory military service, although many find ways to avoid serving. The maximum age for conscripts was raised from 27 to 30 in July 2023.

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  Ukraine seeks India to play prominent role in peace deal, development of Kyiv post-war: Kuleba

  World | March 30, 2024 0:30 IST

  Kuleba arrived in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day visit to boost bilateral ties and cooperation with India, which considers Russia a time-tested ally from the Cold War era. Besides, he emphasised his visit to the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.

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  'Complete nonsense': Putin says Russia will not attack NATO, but F-16s will be shot down in Ukraine

  World | March 28, 2024 16:17 IST

  Putin's remarks came as Russian forces had recently breached Poland's airspace while targeting the border region of Ukraine. This triggered speculations about whether the Kremlin is now planning to target the NATO nations.

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  Ukraine Foreign Minister arrives in New Delhi, discussion on peace deal with Russia on top agenda

  World | March 28, 2024 17:26 IST

  The Ministry of External Affairs said the Ukrainian leader will meet several top Indian leaders including Jaishankar and Deputy NSA during his two-day visit to India. Besides, Kuleba will also meet the business community in an attempt to rebuild the war-torn nation.

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  Ukraine Foreign Minister posts emotional video featuring Mahatma Gandhi to confirm his India visit

  World | March 27, 2024 12:10 IST

  In a video post shared on a social media platform, Kuleba confirmed his visit to India next week. His visit would mark one of the first official visits of a top Ukrainian leader since Russia escalated a war in February 2022.

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  Zelenskyy refutes Ukraine link, says Putin seeking way to divert blame for Moscow concert hall raid

  World | March 24, 2024 13:04 IST

  Although the Islamic State group’s Afghanistan affiliate claimed responsibility, Putin did not mention ISIS in his speech to the nation, and Kyiv accused him and other Russian politicians of falsely linking Ukraine to the attack.

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  Putin woes revenge as intel agency tracks down 4 terrorists linked to horrific Moscow hall attack

  World | March 24, 2024 12:19 IST

  Militant Islamist group Islamic State claimed responsibility for Friday's rampage, but there were indications that Russia was pursuing a Ukrainian link, despite emphatic denials from Ukrainian officials that Kyiv had anything to do with it.

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  Russia violates Poland's airspace with missiles in its attack on Ukraine, NATO nation responds

  World | March 24, 2024 11:42 IST

  The latest development came as Moscow launched air strikes on Kyiv and the western Ukrainian region of Lviv on Sunday, officials said, prompting neighbouring Poland's armed forces to activate aircraft to ensure airspace safety near the border.

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  Russia unleashes largest missile attack on Kyiv in the first attack in weeks but Ukraine intercepts

  World | March 22, 2024 0:03 IST

  Residents of Kyiv were woken up by loud explosions around 5 am as the missiles arrived at roughly the same time from different directions, said Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv City Administration.

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  After Putin, PM Modi speaks to Ukrainian President, Zelenskyy urges India to play peacemaker role

  World | March 20, 2024 20:19 IST

  PM Modi also assured President Zelenskyy of strengthening the relations between India and Ukraine besides promising support for peace and bringing an early end to the ongoing conflict.

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  Putin to visit China in a first overseas trip of his new presidential term

  World | March 19, 2024 16:20 IST

  The details were independently confirmed by four other sources, who also spoke on condition of anonymity. Another of the sources said Putin's trip to China would probably take place in the second half of May.

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  Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba likely to visit India, dialogue on peace formula on top priority

  World | March 19, 2024 15:49 IST

  Ukraine's Foreign Minister Kuleba is expected to seek India's support for a peace summit that is being planned in Switzerland within the next couple of months.