As tensions escalate in Eastern Europe, U.S. officials have raised alarms about the growing military presence along the Russian-Ukrainian border.
The Pentagon has warned that up to 50,000 troops, consisting of Russian forces and North Korean soldiers, are preparing to launch an offensive against Ukraine.
According to U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, these troops are being integrated into Russian military units in the Kursk region, located near the border with Ukraine.
Austin expressed concerns that these forces could soon be engaged in combat, signalling a dangerous escalation in the ongoing war.
The buildup of these foreign troops, along with reports of Russia providing North Korea with oil, anti-aircraft missiles, and economic aid in exchange for military support, has raised fears of a significant intensification of hostilities.
As the conflict continues to evolve, both Russia and North Korea have become increasingly intertwined in military strategy, with the possibility of further destabilising the region.
Ukraine, still recovering from its initial offensives, remains on high alert as this new threat looms large.
Global leaders expressed mixed reactions to Donald Trump’s second-term inauguration. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized peace through strength, while NATO highlighted increased defense spending. Israel’s Netanyahu celebrated a stronger alliance, and India’s Modi expressed enthusiasm for renewed collaboration. EU and Germany emphasized transatlantic ties, while Canada highlighted economic partnership amid tariff concerns. Trump’s return reignites international focus on diplomacy, alliances, and shared prosperity across the globe.
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Attendees at Ukraine-related events at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, gathered to listen to US President Donald Trump’s inauguration speech.
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As Donald Trump prepares for his second term, Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his congratulations and expressed a willingness to discuss key global issues, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and nuclear arms. With the conflict in Ukraine escalating, Putin's message signals an openness to dialogue with the incoming U.S. administration, raising expectations for potential shifts in foreign policy. Watch as these global leaders prepare for talks that could shape international relations in the coming years.
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Donald Trump Jr. claims that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky unofficially asked for an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration three times, only to be refused each time. Mocking Zelensky’s comments about not attending, Trump Jr. called him a "weirdo." This incident highlights tensions in US-Ukraine relations, especially regarding Trump’s stance on the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
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In a major escalation of the conflict in eastern Ukraine, Russian forces have taken control of two strategic villages, Petropavlivka and Vremivka, in the Donetsk region. Reports indicate that over 600 homes were cleared to secure Vremivka, with Russian troops dismantling reinforced Ukrainian positions. Celebrating their victory, Putin’s soldiers raised the Russian flag over a building in the village. This operation marks a significant win for Moscow as it targets Ukrainian strongholds in Donetsk. The situation remains tense, with Ukraine yet to comment on these developments. Watch the video for detailed coverage of this unfolding story.
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Russian forces have claimed a significant victory near the strategic city of Pokrovsk in Donbass, successfully capturing fortified Ukrainian positions after a fierce assault. A video released by Russia's Ministry of Defense shows the destruction of a German-made Leopard tank, hit by a missile strike. Drone footage captures the devastating moment as the missile strikes the Ukrainian tank, followed by the collapse of a nearby shelter. The attack also involved suicide drones targeting deep trenches and dugout shelters. Despite heavy casualties on both sides, Russian troops have made substantial progress, intensifying the threat to the already vulnerable Pokrovsk. The city remains a crucial supply hub for Ukrainian defenses but is increasingly under pressure from Russian advances.
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