Ukraine
Ukraine admits it cannot win without US support
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The Ukrainian President emphasized the important role of the US in helping Kiev achieve its goals in the conflict with Russia.
Russia moves towards the goal of capturing all of Zaporizhzhia from Ukraine
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Russian President Vladimir Putin asked the military to maintain the offensive momentum in Zaporizhzhia, as Russian forces are said to be approaching the largest city of the province.
German weapons exported to Ukraine nearly 8 times reduced
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New reports show that Germany will sharply cut arms exports to Ukraine in 2025, while accelerating domestic rearmament plans.
Ukraine attacks Putin's mansion, Russia warns of strong retaliation
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Russia warns it will respond non-diplomaticly after Ukraine attacked Putin's mansion with 91 suicide UAVs.
Ukraine worried about labor shortage because people do not want to return home
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Ukraine is at risk of a demographic crisis and serious labor shortages, as most citizens leaving due to the conflict do not intend to return.
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.
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.
US - Ukraine move very close to peace agreement, except for the Donbass bottleneck
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President Donald Trump met with President Volodymyr Zelensky on December 28, saying that the US and Ukraine are very close to a peace agreement.
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.
Ukraine needs another 20 years to meet EU accession standards
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A German MP said that it will be at least 20 years before Ukraine meets the criteria for joining the European Union (EU).
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.
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.
Ukraine calls for increased aid despite huge loans from EU
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The Ukrainian President said that the current defense and financial capabilities are not enough, calling on the EU and the US to increase aid to consolidate their position at the negotiating table.
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.
