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Arms pouring in Ukraine, Russia broadens its offensive
When the US had asked Zelensky to leave the country, he said, "The fight is here; I need ammunition, not a ride." In a video posted two days ago, Zelensky said he is still in Kyiv. "I am here. We are not putting down arms. We will be defending our country, because our weapon is truth, and our truth is that this is our land, our country, our children, and we will defend all of this."
Weekend curfew lifted in Kiev: Indian Embassy
"Weekend curfew lifted in Kiev. All students are advised to make their way to the railway station for onward journey to the western parts," the Indian Embassy in Ukraine conveyed through social media. The armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine intensified in the early hours of Thursday after Russian forces launched a major assault on Ukraine, firing missiles on cities and military installations and posing a serious danger to the Indian citizens residing there.
Russia-Ukraine talks to start Monday
Talks between the Russian and Ukrainian delegations are expected to start later on Monday, the head of the Russian delegation was quoted by Sputnik as saying. Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had rejected Russia's offer to hold negotiations in Belarus, suggesting alternative cities including Budapest and Warsaw for talks.
Zelenksy says next 24 hours crucial for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson that "the next 24 hours" would be a "crucial period" for Ukraine as its conflict with Russia continues, RT reported. UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss warned on Sunday that the conflict between Russia and Ukraine could also turn into a conflict between Russia and NATO if Western countries "don't stand up to Putin now."
Intel suggests Belarus is prepared to join Russian invasion
A second source close to the Ukrainian government told CNN that in addition to the Ukrainian intel, the Biden administration has also conveyed to Kyiv that Belarus is preparing to invade. The Washington Post first reported that Belarus was preparing to send soldiers into Ukraine, citing a US administration official. The intelligence comes as talks are set for Monday between Russia and Ukraine near the Belarusian border.
Fencing reinstalled at US Capitol ahead of Biden's address
"A plan has been approved to put up the inner-perimeter fence around the Capitol building" for the speech, Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger said in a statement on Sunday, Xinhua news agency reported. The measure, Manger said, was also taken in light of "the possibility of demonstrations in the next couple of weeks."I have also requested support from outside law enforcement agencies as well as the National Guard," he added.
Ukrainian delegation for talks with Russia arrives in Belarus
President Volodymyr Zelensky informed through social media that the country has agreed to hold talks with Russia at the Belarusian-Ukrainian border. Earlier Volodymyr Zelensky had rejected Russia's offer to hold negotiations in Belarus, suggesting alternative cities, including Budapest and Warsaw for talks, Xinhua news agency reported.
Medical oxygen supplies in Ukraine may last only 24 hours: WHO
Ukraine is suffering from dangerously low medical oxygen supplies due to the ongoing invasion by Russian forces, and may run out of it within 24 hours, warns the World Health Organization (WHO).Life-saving medicinal oxygen supplies are particularly crucial for patients with health complications stemming from pregnancy, childbirth, chronic conditions, sepsis, and injuries and trauma, including those with Covid-19.
Moscow is working to bring back Russian nationals who are stuck in Europe
Russia's Federal Air Transport Agency and Federal Tourism Agency revealed on Sunday that they were working with the Russian Foreign Ministry to evacuate Russians from European nations as they continue to impose sanctions on Russia, cutting off Russian aircraft from their airspaces.
Russia shelled northern city of Chernihiv all night
Blasts were also heard before dawn in the capital Kyiv, and second city Kharkiv, Ukrainian officials said. Shells fell in Chernihiv all night, although only one injury has so far been reported in the city. The artillery assault began around 02.00, according to the Ukrainian State Emergency Service. According to the agency, rockets struck a building housing a kindergarten, causing a fire.
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