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Ukraine–Russia War News

Latest verified updates on Russia’s war in Ukraine, frontline shifts, drone warfare, Western support, occupied territories, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU)—National military of Ukraine, defending against the Russian invasion since 2022
Russian Armed Forces—Conventional military forces of the Russian Federation conducting offensive operations
Volodymyr Zelensky—President of Ukraine
Vladimir Putin—President of Russia
NATO—North Atlantic Treaty Organization — providing military and financial support to Ukraine
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
Pokrovsk axisKursk incursion zoneZaporizhzhia frontCrimean PeninsulaBlack Sea corridor
KEY STATISTICS
CASUALTIESHundreds of thousands of military casualties on both sides (U.S. and European intelligence estimates, 2024)
DISPLACED6.3 million internally displaced within Ukraine; 6.5 million refugees abroad (UNHCR, 2024)
ESCALATIONFebruary 2022 — Full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE1,853 verified articles
Ukraine chokes fuel to Crimea , Russian consumers , targeting military supply
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aljazeera.com
center90d ago

Ukraine chokes fuel to Crimea , Russian consumers , targeting military supply

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces reported striking 19 Russian tankers, a cargo ship, and a ferry between July 6-8, targeting fuel supplies to occupied Crimea and causing shortages within Russia, including a first-time strike on the Omsk refinery. These actions are part of Ukraine's strategy to disrupt Russian military logistics and energy revenue, leading to a management crisis and fuel rationing on the peninsula.

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DW News
center90d ago

Trump signals support for Patriot production in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump announced on July 10, 2026, that the US intends to grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot air defense missiles on its own soil, a move aimed at bolstering Ukraine's defense against Russian ballistic attacks. While hailed as a historic decision and a symbolic warning to Russia, experts note that actual production will likely take years to implement due to necessary government and contractor negotiations.

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Ukraine chokes fuel to Crimea, Russian consumers, targeting military supply
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Ukraine chokes fuel to Crimea, Russian consumers, targeting military supply

Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces struck 19 Russian tankers supplying Crimea between July 6–8 and hit the Omsk refinery in Siberia for the first time, according to commander Robert Brovdi and Ukrainian officials. The attacks aim to worsen fuel shortages in Crimea and Russia, disrupting military logistics and oil export revenue.

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Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war?
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Trump grants Kyiv Patriots licences: What’s next in the Russia-Ukraine war?

On Wednesday at a NATO summit in Turkiye, former US President Donald Trump announced he would grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot missile interceptors. While domestic production may take time and offer no immediate relief, access to US technology could accelerate Ukraine's missile development programs.

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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv reaches ‘political’ agreement with US on Patriot interceptor production licences
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The Guardian Europe
left90d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv reaches ‘political’ agreement with US on Patriot interceptor production licences

Ukraine and the US have reached a political agreement on licences for PAC-3 Patriot interceptor production, with key supplies expected in the coming days, according to President Zelenskyy. Meanwhile, UN officials reported that Russian strikes in June killed at least 265 civilians and injured 1,816 in Ukraine, the highest combined casualty count since early 2022.

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The Nato summit exposed the real source of Trump’s power | Robert Reich
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The Guardian Middle East
left90d ago

The Nato summit exposed the real source of Trump’s power | Robert Reich

It comes from his willingness to violate all norms, rules and laws – and leaving everyone else to pick up the piecesAt the Nato summit just ended, Trump lashed out at other Nato members, saying he was “very disappointed with Nato” and asking: “Why are we spending hundreds of billions of dollars, and they’re not there for us?” He reiterated his desire to take over Greenland, blasted European energy and immigration policies, insulted Spain, and worried allies by declaring that the fighting between

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Monaco bomb mystery deepens as Ukraine’s security services are linked to murder of prime suspect
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The Guardian Europe
left90d ago

Monaco bomb mystery deepens as Ukraine’s security services are linked to murder of prime suspect

Anastasia Berezovska, suspected of a bombing in Monaco that injured Ukrainian businessman Vadym Iermolaiev, was found murdered near Kyiv, with one suspect, Vladyslav Reut, alleging involvement of former policeman Vitaliy Zhykovych and Ukrainian military intelligence. The case has drawn international attention, with French President Macron urging Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to investigate the affair thoroughly.

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Waiting for Moses: Africa’s sons in Russia’s war
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Waiting for Moses: Africa’s sons in Russia’s war

Mama Regina of Douala, Cameroon, is awaiting the body of her son, Moses, who was killed fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine over a year ago. According to Ukrainian officials, nearly 3,000 Africans from 35 countries are fighting for Russia, a claim former Russian officer Sergey Elidonov dismisses, attributing recruitment to economic desperation and existing diasporas.

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Ukrainian agent accused of murdering Monaco bomb suspect changes story
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BBC Europe
center90d ago

Ukrainian agent accused of murdering Monaco bomb suspect changes story

A Ukrainian intelligence agent, Vladyslav Reut, accused of murdering Anastasiia Berezovska, the suspect in a Monaco assassination attempt, has recanted his confession in court, blaming his alleged accomplice Vitalii Zhykovych. The motive for the original Monaco blast targeting businessman Vadym Yermolayev remains unclear, and President Zelensky stated he would provide further reports.

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Trump targets Spain, NATO backs Ukraine: Is the alliance still united?
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Al Jazeera
center91d ago

Trump targets Spain, NATO backs Ukraine: Is the alliance still united?

At a NATO summit in Ankara on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump criticized Spain over defense spending and imposed a trade embargo, while NATO leaders pledged 70 billion euros in aid to Ukraine and agreed to increase defense spending. The summit highlighted both alliance unity on Ukraine support and growing discord over US demands for higher European defense spending and Trump's attacks on member states.

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Ukraine targets Russian oil depots and tankers in drone attacks
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Al Jazeera
center91d ago

Ukraine targets Russian oil depots and tankers in drone attacks

Ukraine conducted drone attacks targeting Russian oil facilities and tankers overnight into Thursday, setting two tankers ablaze in the Sea of Azov and striking depots in Tver and Stavropol regions. These strikes, described by President Zelenskyy as "long-range sanctions," have contributed to a fuel crisis across Russia, prompting export bans and rationing.

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Ukraine war briefing: Russia bans diesel exports as refinery attacks ⁠trigger gas shortages and price spikes
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The Guardian Europe
left91d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russia bans diesel exports as refinery attacks ⁠trigger gas shortages and price spikes

Russia banned diesel exports on Wednesday following Ukrainian drone attacks on its oil refineries, which have triggered domestic fuel shortages and price spikes, causing concern among the public. The ban coincides with intensified Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities including Kyiv, Odesa, and Kharkiv, killing at least nine civilians across the country.

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NATO pledges 70 billion euros for Ukraine as Trump praises peace ‘progress’
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Al Jazeera
center92d ago

NATO pledges 70 billion euros for Ukraine as Trump praises peace ‘progress’

NATO allies pledged 70 billion euros in military assistance for Ukraine through 2026 during a summit in Ankara, while US President Donald Trump expressed optimism for a peace deal and offered to show Ukraine how to produce Patriot missile systems. The commitment aims to provide predictable and sustainable support as Russia continues its attacks on Ukraine, with recent strikes on Kyiv killing at least three people.

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Trump gives Zelenskyy vague promise of licence to manufacture Patriot missiles
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The Guardian Europe
left92d ago

Trump gives Zelenskyy vague promise of licence to manufacture Patriot missiles

Donald Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the NATO summit in Ankara that Ukraine may receive a license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, though he admitted he had not consulted the producing companies and acknowledged a global shortage of the munitions. This commitment, while a potential diplomatic gain for Kyiv, is unlikely to address Ukraine's immediate air defense needs due to production complexities and limited US stockpiles.

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Why have half a million Russians gone bankrupt amid Ukraine war?
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Al Jazeera
center92d ago

Why have half a million Russians gone bankrupt amid Ukraine war?

A European intelligence report indicates that over 500,000 Russians declared bankruptcy last year due to increased household debt and risky loans issued by banks supporting the war effort. While individuals face a cost-of-living crisis, experts suggest a full-blown banking crisis is unlikely due to state support and existing reserves.

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Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?
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BBC Europe
center92d ago

Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?

Long queues for petrol and diesel have become a common sight across Moscow and other Russian regions, with drivers reporting hours-long waits and rising prices due to fuel shortages. These domestic fuel supply issues, exacerbated by Ukrainian drone and missile strikes on oil refineries, are increasingly bringing the consequences of the war home to ordinary Russians, though public sentiment remains largely frustrated rather than openly defiant.

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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv targets Kremlin ‘shadow’ tankers as Russian strikes continue in capital
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The Guardian Europe
left92d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv targets Kremlin ‘shadow’ tankers as Russian strikes continue in capital

Ukrainian drones attacked a dozen Russian "shadow fleet" tankers in the Sea of Azov over two days, while Russian missile strikes on Kyiv injured two people and another strike in Odesa injured ten. These developments occur as Ukraine intensifies efforts to isolate Crimea and President Zelenskyy appeals for NATO membership and discusses potential war resolution with US President Trump.

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Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, for third time in a week
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Al Jazeera
center92d ago

Russian missiles strike Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, for third time in a week

Russian missile attacks struck Kyiv early Wednesday, triggering fires in two districts and injuring two people, marking the third large-scale assault on the capital in less than a week. These strikes coincide with NATO's annual summit, where leaders are discussing increased military support for Ukraine amid a recent escalation in long-range weapon use by both sides.

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Attacks on Kyiv ahead of NATO summit : What is Putin goal ?
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dw.com
center92d ago

Attacks on Kyiv ahead of NATO summit : What is Putin goal ?

Overnight on Monday, Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 22 people and injuring dozens after striking residential buildings and infrastructure. Ukrainian officials stated the attack, involving 68 missiles and 351 drones, aimed to intimidate NATO ahead of its summit and demonstrate Russian strength due to a lack of air defense missiles.

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Trump lashes out at NATO as first day of summit wraps in Turkiye
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Al Jazeera
center92d ago

Trump lashes out at NATO as first day of summit wraps in Turkiye

United States President Donald Trump expressed "very disappointed" sentiments regarding NATO allies' support during a summit in Turkiye, citing their perceived lack of assistance during the US-Iran conflict and questioning defence spending commitments. The summit, covering defence spending and the Russia-Ukraine war, highlighted tensions over European defence budgets and Trump's remarks on Greenland's sovereignty.

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