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Odesa Under Fire: A City in the Crosshairs

December 20, 2025

In the dead of night, Odesa faced another brutal attack. Russia's relentless strikes on this Black Sea port city have left a grim toll. Eight lives were lost, and 27 more were hurt. The latest assault targeted a port facility in Pivdenne. A bus full of people was caught in the crossfire, adding to t

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Russia's Rate Cut: A Step Towards Economic Balance

December 20, 2025

In a move to stabilize the economy, Russia's central bank lowered its key interest rate to 16%. This decision came as inflation is easing, but the economy is still struggling to grow, partly due to the ongoing military actions in Ukraine. The central bank's announcement coincided with President Vla

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Ukraine Hits Back: Striking Russian Tankers and Seeking Peace

December 19, 2025

In a bold move, Ukraine has taken its fight against Russia to the Mediterranean Sea. The country's intelligence agency, the SBU, claims to have struck a Russian oil tanker, part of what's known as the "shadow fleet. " This fleet is accused of helping Russia dodge sanctions and fund its war efforts.

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North Korea's Troops in Ukraine: What's Really Happening?

December 19, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin recently thanked North Korea for their soldiers' efforts in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This comes after North Korean leader Kim Jong-un held a grand ceremony to welcome back troops who had been working in the Kursk region of Russ

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Russians' Big Questions for Putin: War and Money Matters

December 19, 2025

Russians are getting ready for their president's yearly live Q&A. A recent survey shows that people are most worried about two big things: the ongoing war and the struggling economy. The survey, done by the independent Levada Center, asked over 1, 600 Russians what they wanted to ask Putin. A lot o

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Putin's Unwavering Stance: Diplomacy or Force for Ukraine

December 19, 2025

Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, recently made it clear that his country's objectives in Ukraine remain steadfast. He emphasized that these goals will be realized, either through talks or by pushing forward militarily if discussions don't yield results. Speaking at a gathering of Russia's Defense Mi

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Europe's Big Money Problem: Should They Use Russia's Frozen Cash for Ukraine?

December 18, 2025

European leaders are in a tough spot. They're meeting to talk about some big issues. One of the biggest is what to do with Russia's money that's stuck in Europe. This money was frozen after Russia invaded Ukraine. The idea is to use this money to help Ukraine. But not everyone agrees. Some countrie

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Ukraine's President Stands Firm on NATO Aspirations

December 18, 2025

In a recent press interaction, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy made it clear that altering Ukraine's constitution to remove NATO membership as a goal is not on the table. This statement comes just days after he hinted at the possibility of setting aside this ambition in return for solid secu

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Abramovich's Billion-Dollar Standoff: Who Gets the Money?

December 17, 2025

A big fight is happening over a huge pile of money. The UK government wants to help Ukraine, but a Russian billionaire has other ideas. Roman Abramovich, the guy who used to own Chelsea Football Club, promised to give £2. 5 billion to victims of the war in Ukraine. But now, the money is stuck in a b

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Ukraine and Allies Seek Justice: War Damage Compensation Commission Established

December 16, 2025

In a significant move, Ukraine and 34 other countries have joined forces to create an International Claims Commission. This body, based in The Hague, will handle compensation claims for damages caused by Russia's invasion since 2022. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of interna