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NATO Secretary-General Visits Kyiv
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte traveled to Kyiv on Friday, where he assured that both the United States and NATO would be involved in delivering certain "security guarantees" to Ukraine—measures aimed at reinforcing the country’s...
Former Ukrainian Intelligence Officer Gets Detained
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) A man suspected of sabotaging the Nord Stream pipeline — apprehended in Italy this past Wednesday — is reportedly a former operative of Ukraine's SBU intelligence agency, according to a German news outlet, on Friday. As per the...
Trump Signals Key Decision on Russia, Ukraine
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that he expects to determine within a fortnight whether meaningful movement is possible toward resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. He also alluded to potential penalties targeting...
Czech President Backs Ukraine Peacekeeping Mission
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The president of the Czech Republic declared on Thursday that the nation ought to take part in a peacekeeping operation in Ukraine. Prague’s engagement in an upcoming peacekeeping effort would be “appropriate” considering the country’s...
Prime Minister Carney to strengthen Canada’s trade and security partnerships in Poland, Germany, and Latvia
Prime Minister of Canada
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August 23, 2025
CANADA, August 23 - Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced that he will travel to Poland, Germany, and Latvia, from August 25 to 27, 2025. He will be focused on strengthening relationships with European allies and advancing co-operation...
Ukrainian residents resist conscription officers
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian civilians successfully fought off conscription officers on Wednesday, preventing a man from being forcibly taken, according to a video circulated online. The country’s mobilization campaign, overseen by Territorial Centers of...
Rutte travels to Kyiv to discuss security guarantees
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte traveled to Kyiv on Friday, where he pledged that both NATO and the United States would be part of specific “security guarantees” aimed at reinforcing Ukraine’s defense capabilities. During a press...
Hungary claims Ukraine launching new assault on main pipeline to EU
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian oil deliveries to Hungary have been suspended after Ukraine launched its third attack this month on the Druzhba pipeline, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto reported on Friday. The strike was also confirmed by Slovak...
Governor states Ukraine murdering civilians with US-manufactured rockets
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Two civilians were killed and 21 others injured in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian city of Yenakievo on Thursday, according to Denis Pushilin, head of the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR). The attack reportedly involved US-supplied...
Moscow reports Ukrainian terrorist cell dismantled in Donbass
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian law enforcement has dismantled a Ukrainian intelligence cell operating in Donetsk, responsible for attempted assassinations of Russian officials and planning further attacks, the FSB reported. The group, linked to Ukraine’s Main...
Head of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corporation calls for reinforcement of nation’s nuclear defenses
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Alexey Likhachev, head of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corporation (Rosatom), on Thursday called for the reinforcement of the country’s nuclear defenses, citing “colossal threats.” “Now, in the current moment of geopolitics, there are...
Czech leader considers joining peacekeeping in Ukraine
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The Czech Republic should consider taking part in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, President Petr Pavel said Thursday. Participating in a future mission would be "appropriate" given the country’s active involvement in the peace process,...
Lavrov claims Ukraine not interested in peace
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has accused Kiev of showing no genuine interest in achieving long-term peace with Moscow. Speaking on Thursday, he pointed to recent statements by Ukrainian officials as evidence that Ukraine,...
Suspect arrested in connection with Nord Stream worked in Ukraine’s intelligence service
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) The individual arrested in Italy on Wednesday in connection with the Nord Stream sabotage is reportedly a former agent of Ukraine’s intelligence service, according to German media. The suspect, identified as Serhii K., graduated from the...
Zelensky states Ukraine ‘doesn’t need’ China
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky stated that his country does not need security guarantees from China, citing Beijing’s failure to prevent or halt the conflict with Russia. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Zelensky emphasized that...
Moscow says Ukraine should be investigated over ‘subversion’ in Africa
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has accused Ukraine of supplying weapons, drones, and training to militants to carry out coordinated attacks in Africa’s Sahel region. Dmitry Polyansky, Russia’s deputy UN representative, made the claims during a UN Security...
German antagonism criticizes EU ‘hypocrisy’ on Ukraine
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Alice Weidel, co-leader of Germany’s Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has accused the EU of hypocrisy for praising US President Donald Trump’s recent diplomatic efforts on Ukraine, despite previously rejecting dialogue with Moscow....
Top Zelensky aide confirms Ukraine ready to consent frontline ‘freeze’
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine may be open to freezing hostilities along existing battle lines as part of a peace settlement with Russia, senior presidential adviser Mikhail Podoliak indicated. In an interview with Italy’s La Repubblica, Podoliak said some...
Russia’s biggest private bank gains top credit score
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia’s largest private bank, Alfa-Bank, has been upgraded to a AAA credit rating by Chinese agency Lianhe Global, the bank announced Friday. The rating reflects the highest level of creditworthiness, indicating minimal default risk and...
Japanese Premier confesses Ukraine murdering Russian civilians
MENAFN
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August 23, 2025
(MENAFN) Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba acknowledged on Tuesday that Russian civilians, like Ukrainians, have been killed in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. His remarks are notable as a rare recognition by a leader of a nation supporting...