He will meet with Dmytro Kuleba, his Ukrainian counterpart, and President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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During his two-day visit, Blinken is expected
to announce more American assistance of
$175 million-$200 million as Ukraine continues
its counteroffensive against Russia.
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A larger assistance package of over $1 billion is expected to be announced later this week,
a senior state department official said.
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A larger assistance package of over $1 billion is expected to be announced later this week,
a senior state department official said.
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Blinken will also reportedly assess Ukraine's counteroffensive, which some U.S. officials have criticized as being too slow and improperly planned.
Blinken will also reportedly assess Ukraine's counteroffensive, which some U.S. officials have criticized as being too slow and improperly planned.
What’s most important is that we get a real assessment from the Ukrainians themselves.
We want to see, hear how they intend to push forward in the coming weeks, U.S. official, via 'The Guardian'.
Prior to Blinken's arrival, Russia implemented more air attacks on Kyiv, which were shot down by Ukraine's defenses.
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Russia has also been targeting grain facilities in southern Ukraine.
According to the Odesa regional governor, one three-hour drone attack resulted in a fatality and "damaged agricultural and port facilities," 'The Guardian' reports.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken surprises patrons at a Kyiv basement bar with an impromptu jam session alongside a local band. Watch as Blinken strums his guitar to Neil Young's "Rockin' in the Free World," spreading a message of solidarity with Ukraine through music.
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Antony Blinken is getting some heat for his decision to rock out on the guitar at a basement bar during his visit to Kyiv ... but by the same token, some say he.. TMZ.com
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sharply criticised Western countries for imposing restrictions on the use of donated arms, accusing them of being "afraid" of both a Russian and Ukrainian defeat. In a candid interview with AFP on Friday, Zelensky expressed his frustration over the conditions placed on the use of long-range weapons supplied to Kiev. “They can fire any weapons from their territory at ours. This is the biggest advantage that Russia has. We can’t do anything to their systems, which are located on the territory of Russia, with Western weapons,” Zelensky stated in the interview aired on Saturday. This restriction significantly hampers Ukraine's ability to retaliate against Russian forces effectively.
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Tokyo and Paris have agreed to enhance security collaboration in the Indo-Pacific. Euronews discussed the significance of these talks for Tokyo with Maki Kobayashi, spokesperson for the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that he has no plans to recapture the city of Kharkiv, during a visit to China on Friday. Putin clarified that Moscow's military action in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region is aimed at establishing a buffer zone.
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Russia's Black Sea Fleet Helicopters destroyed 15 Ukrainian sea drones approaching Crimea, per the Russian Defense Ministry. Kyiv's intensified drone and missile attacks, amid Russian advances along the front line, aim to counteract challenges in Kharkiv and disrupt Russian operations. Previous Ukrainian attacks include the 2022 Kerch Bridge bombing and strikes on Sevastopol's naval vessels.
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Ukraine's army urgently needs 500,000 new soldiers to hold off Russian troops in the east. With a new mobilisation law, Kyiv now ups the ante on men fit for military service to sign up. DW's Carolina Chimoy reports.
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Escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia intensify the demand for air defense systems. Kyiv seeks US Patriot systems, but Washington's support falls short. Poland's President confirms inability to provide Patriots due to incomplete defense infrastructure. Despite Ukraine's urgent pleas, Poland, along with Greece and Romania, cannot offer Patriots. Germany and Spain offer support, but the scarcity of these systems remains a concern.
#PatriotMissiles #Ukraine #Russia #Kharkiv #Poland #USPatriotMissiles #Ukrainewar #RussiaUkraine #WarLive #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindia
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In a critical escalation on Ukraine's northeastern front, Russian troops have made significant advances in the Kharkiv region, expanding the combat zone by approximately 70 kilometers. Ukrainian Colonel-General Oleksandr Syrskyi warned of imminent "heavy battles" as Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the establishment of a "buffer zone" to protect Russia's border regions. The offensive, which began last Friday, has strained Ukrainian defences, already stretched thin over a sprawling front. During a visit to China, Putin linked the offensive to ongoing Ukrainian shelling of Russian border areas, justifying the creation of the buffer zone. A recent Russian missile strike in Kharkiv killed two and injured 25, highlighting the conflict's toll. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated that Ukrainian forces have stabilized the front despite losing control of 12 villages.
#Putin #Kharkiv #UkraineWar #DroneBlitz #Belgorod #UkraineRetaliation #RussiaUkraineConflict #BufferZone #MilitaryOffensive #KharkivAttack #WarUpdates #EasternFront #UkrainianDefense #RussiaInvasion #ConflictZone
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Ukrainian President Zelensky's decision to postpone his foreign visits amidst escalating tensions with Russia reflects the severity of the situation, coinciding with troubling reports of Russian forces capturing key villages near the border. Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov's acknowledgment of the challenging circumstances highlights the urgent need for increased ammunition deliveries. Concerns persist over Ukraine's readiness to defend against a major Russian attack, compounded by ongoing drone strikes targeting critical military assets like the advanced Bogdana Self-Propelled Guns. The conflict in the Kharkiv Region intensifies as Russian forces make territorial gains, prompting global scrutiny and raising fears of further destabilisation in the region.
#ZelenskyForeignVisit #ZelenskyPostponesForeignVisit #PutinThreat #BattlegroundKharkiv #UkrainianConflict #RussianDrones #UkraineDefense #SPGBogdan #WarZone #MilitaryStrikes #LancetDrones #KharkivRegion #UkraineWar #BogdanaSPG #DroneWarfare #WarFootage #UkraineUnderAttack #CombatFootage
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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba addressed the Restoring Justice for Ukraine conference in the Hague on Tuesday, telling delegates the people of Ukraine ''want to see justice delivered''.
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Ukraine's Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, urges India to reconsider its ties with Russia, citing a fading Soviet legacy. Amid escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine and growing Chinese-Russian relations, Kuleba emphasizes India's security interests. Despite historic alliances, Ukraine seeks India's support, highlighting potential partnerships in trade and technology.
#Ukraine #UkraineIndia #IndiaRussia #DmytroKuleba #Kuleba #Zelensky #RussiaUkraine #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is expected to visit India later this month for discussions with Indian officials, seeking support for a peace summit. His first trip since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began, Kuleba plans to engage with Indian Foreign Minister Dr. S Jaishankar and co-chair an inter-governmental commission meeting.
#Ukraine #DmytroKuleba #India #VolodymyrZelensky #RussiaUkraine #Ukrainepeaceplan #PMModi #IndiaUkraine #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Yesterday, the Pentagon announced a new security assistance package worth up to $175 million for Ukraine, including depleted uranium ammunition for M1 Abrams tanks the US plans to deliver to Ukraine..