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Russian forces attack major oil refinery in central Ukraine
"Today's shelling of the Poltava region is perhaps the largest during the full-scale war," Lunin wrote on Telegram. Twelve rockets hit the infrastructure facilities in Kremenchuk, with most of them striking the oil refinery, Lunin was quoted as saying by Xinhua news agency. The attack caused fire at the oil refinery, Lunin said, adding there were no casualties in the shelling.
Zelensky discuss defensive aid for Ukraine with Scholz
"We appreciate the high level of dialogue with Germany and support in our struggle," Zelensky was quoted as saying by Xinhua news agency. In their talks, the parties touched upon the sanctions against Russia over its conflict with Ukraine and the cooperation between Ukraine and Germany in the energy sector.
Putin could use nuclear weapon if he feels Ukraine war being lost
The warning came in an assessment from intelligence chiefs briefing the Senate on worldwide threats. The Director of National Intelligence, Avril Haines, told the Senate's Armed Services Committee that Putin would continue to brandish Russia's nuclear arsenal in an attempt to deter the US and its allies from extending further support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian govt approves seizure of Russian assets: PM
"Today, the Cabinet of Ministers approved a document according to which Russian assets in Ukraine are transferred to the state, or rather to the state enterprise 'National Investment Fund'," Shmyhal wrote on Telegram. The Russian assets will be placed under the management of the National Investment Fund of Ukraine and will be used for strengthening the Ukrainian army, supporting the people and rebuilding infrastructure, Shmyhal was quoted as saying by Xinhua news agency.
Warnings of global food shortage as missiles hit Odesa
President Zelensky has warned that Russia's blockade of his country's Black Sea ports threatens global food supplies, the report added. European Council President Charles Michel, who was forced to take shelter as he visited Odesa, warned that badly needed supplies are stuck.
Jill Biden meets Ukrainian First Lady on surprise visit
Biden's visit on Sunday coincided with International Mother's Day and to mark the day, she posted a picture of herself and Zelenska on Twitter, with the caption: "On this Mother's Day, my heart is with you, First Lady Olena Zelenska, and all of the brave and resilient mothers of Ukraine." The two First Ladies met at a school in Uzhhorod, a town located at the Slovakia-Ukraine border.
Russia will destroy NATO countries in half an hour in case of nuclear war: Roscosmos chief
"In a nuclear war, NATO countries will be destroyed by us in half an hour. But we must not allow it," Rogozin wrote on Telegram, RT reported. According to him, the consequences of the exchange of nuclear strikes will certainly affect the state of the Earth. Rogozin also noted that the NATO countries are waging a war against Russia, although not declared.
Ukraine urges Russia's troop pullback to resume talks
"They need to withdraw to those temporary contact lines or dividing lines, they must withdraw troops there. Then we can start the full-scale talks," Xinhua news agency quoted Zelensky as saying while speaking to mediapersons. "To stop the war between Russia and Ukraine the step should be regaining the situation as of 23 February," he said, referring to the day before the war began.
Dutch diplomat 'untweets' advice to India after pushback from Tirumurti
In a tweet late Thursday, Oosterom had said: "You should not have abstained in the GA. Respect the UN Charter." To this, Tirumurti replied: "Kindly don't patronize us Ambassador. We know what to do." Oosterom's tweet referred to India's abstention on a resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine and on another to strip Moscow of its UN Human Rights Council membership. He gave the advice in reply to Tirumurti's tweet of his address to the Security Council on Thursday.
UN chief welcomes Security Council speaking with one voice for peace in Ukraine
"Today, for the first time, the Security Council spoke with one voice for peace in Ukraine. As I have often said, the world must come together to silence the guns and uphold the values of the UN Charter. I welcome this support and will continue to spare no effort to save lives, reduce suffering and find the path of peace," said the secretary-general.
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