Ukraine
Ukraine to get largest-ever military aid package from UK: Says Zelensky
In their conversation, Zelensky noted that they explored further strengthening their defense collaboration, with particular attention to maritime and extended range capabilities, as reported by the Xinhua news agency.
Kremlin: US Aid to Ukraine Won't Shift Frontline Dynamics
Furthermore, Peskov accused the United States of pursuing self-interest through the provision of arms aid to Ukraine, echoing sentiments voiced by Russia's deputy ambassador to the United Nations, Dmitry Polyanskiy. The aid package, amounting to nearly $61 billion, overwhelmingly passed the House and is expected to progress through the Senate before reaching President Joe Biden's desk for approval.
Assistance for Ukraine from the US: NATO Chief Emphasizes Timeliness
In an interview with US broadcaster MSNBC, Stoltenberg highlighted Ukraine's predicament, noting that they have been outmatched for the past four months, facing a scarcity of ammunition while contending with a well-stocked Russian arsenal. Nonetheless, he commended the resilience and proficiency displayed by Ukrainian forces in defending their nation.
Ukraine Faces Wave of Explosions in Russian Airstrikes; Poland Reports Airspace Breach
Reports from the Ukrainian Air Force revealed that Russia unleashed a barrage of 29 cruise missiles launched from 14 Tu-95MC fighters along with 28 Shahed drones targeting various regions of Ukraine. Despite the ferocity of the assault, Ukrainian air defenses managed to intercept and neutralize 18 missiles and 25 drones across southern, northern, central, and western Ukraine, as per Xinhua news agency.
India's Abstention in UNGA: Advocating Recognition of Religiophobia Beyond Islamophobia
India's Ambassador to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, emphasized the need to address religiophobia targeting not only Islam but also Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, and other faiths. While condemning acts of anti-Semitism, Christiano phobia, and Islamophobia, Kamboj stressed the importance of acknowledging that religiophobia affects non-Abrahamic religions as well.
Ukraine Greenlights Cooperation Plan with NATO for 2024
In an effort to overhaul Ukraine's security and defense sector, the ministry has outlined a comprehensive roadmap comprising 50 measures aimed at achieving 17 objectives, as per a report by Xinhua news agency on Friday.
Foreign Minister Jaishankar Affirms Strength of Government Under Resolute PM
Addressing an audience at BVB College in Hubballi, Jaishankar highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's clear vision, which prioritized the interests of Indian consumers amidst pressure from European nations opposing India's oil trade with Russia.
German Defence Minister Rejects Deployment of Troops to Ukraine
Tanner echoed similar sentiments, describing Macron's remarks as "a worrying signal."
Zelensky Reports 31,000 Ukrainian Military Casualties Amidst Russian Invasion
"31,000 Ukrainian soldiers have perished in this conflict. Contrary to the inflated figures of 300,000 or 150,000, as claimed by (Vladimir) Putin and his disinformation campaign," Zelensky emphasized, as reported by the BBC. He stressed the profound impact of each loss on the nation.
Grim Milestone: Russia Reports 409,820 Military Deaths in Ukraine
Furthermore, Ukrainian forces have also dealt significant blows to Russian military assets, destroying 6,542 tanks (with an additional 8 destroyed on Saturday), 12,441 armored combat vehicles (with 16 destroyed on Saturday), 9,981 artillery systems (with 29 destroyed on Saturday), and 999 multiple launch rocket systems. Additionally, Ukrainian forces have successfully neutralized 684 air defense systems, 340 aircraft, 325 helicopters, 7,681 unmanned aerial vehicles (with 22 neutralized on Saturday), 1,907 cruise missiles (with 2 neutralized on Saturday), 25 warships/cutters, one submarine, 13,011 motor vehicles (with 23 neutralized on Saturday), and 1,578 units of special equipment.
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