Russia
Ukraine's counter-offensive failed in the Zaporizhzhia region
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On December 29, the Russian Army repelled the counter-attack efforts of Ukrainian forces in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Russia wants Ukraine to withdraw from Donbass, expects phone call with Mr. Trump
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Russia sends a new diplomatic signal, emphasizing the conditions for peace and warning of the possibility of Ukraine continuing to lose territory.
Nuclear power plant in Ukraine may soon restart
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The prospect of reopening the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant is mentioned in the context of prolonged conflict.
How to help Russian troops infiltrate the rear of Ukraine
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People in some Donbass areas are said to have supported Russian soldiers to disguise and hide to infiltrate many important rear lines of Ukraine.
Russia accuses Europe of ignoring corruption to aid Ukraine
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Europe cannot help but know the scale of corruption in Ukraine, especially after a series of recent scandals have been exposed.
Russia launches 52 satellites into orbit at the same time, including Iranian satellite
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Russia carried out one of the largest satellite launches in recent times, sending 52 satellites into orbit at the same time.
Russian forces declare destruction of Ukrainian units in northwestern Kupyansk
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Units of the Russian Zapad Operations Group conduct attack operations in the northwestern area of Kupyansk.
Russia warns Europe of strong retaliation if attacked
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The Russian Foreign Minister said that the EU is not ready to negotiate the Ukraine conflict, continue to support Kiev and publicly prepare for a scenario of confrontation with Moscow.
EU headache with Russian oil flows traveling around Turkey
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Russian oil is still transported into Europe, mostly through Turkey, despite the sanctions imposed by the West.
European leaders call for sending German troops into Ukraine
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Leaders of the largest faction in the European Parliament publicly called on Germany to deploy troops to Ukraine as part of a potential peace agreement.
Mr. Putin congratulates Russia on opening the door to attack Zaporizhzhia
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President Putin declared that Russia's control of the strategic town of Gulaypole in Ukraine creates momentum for new advances in Zaporizhzhia.
Western Russian army announces control of Kupyansk city
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The city of Kupyansk, Ukraine is currently under the control of the 6th Guard Corps of the Western Russian army.
Russia develops unmanned submarine to go around the Earth
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Russia's unmanned submarines operate unusually well, and can be reassembled to perform important tasks.
Estimated number of Ukrainian soldiers leaving the army in 2025
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The number of Ukrainian soldiers defecting in 2025 is said to account for 1/4 of the country's total army.
Rumors spread that Russia is deploying new hypersonic missiles in Belarus
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Signs of missile launchers from satellite images raise concerns about changes in Russia's military strategy and long-term impacts on European security.
