July 2023
Four Killed in Russian Missile Attacks on Zelensky's Hometown
A Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, Zelensky's hometown, killed at least four people and injured 53. The attack has been condemned as a terrorist…
Kyiv Changes Christmas Date in National Calendar to Distance from Moscow's Religious Ties
Ukraine has officially changed its Christmas holiday from January 7 to December 25, distancing itself from Russian traditions and influences. This move, signed into law…
Putin Says He Will Donate Up to 50,000 Tons of Free Grain to Africa Despite Western Sanctions
Vladimir Putin announced at the Russia-Africa summit that Russia will donate up to 50,000 tons of grain to several African countries despite Western sanctions. This…
Russian Defense Minister Delivers 'Putin's Letter' to North Korean Leader
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea to deliver a letter from President Putin to Kim Jong Un during the 70th anniversary of the…
Russian Defense Ministry Reports Ukrainian Drone Attack on Moscow
Russia has accused Ukraine of a drone attack on Moscow, which resulted in no serious damages or casualties. This incident follows a series of Russian…
UNESCO Condemns Russia's Attack on Orthodox Cathedral in Odessa
Russia launched a missile attack on Odessa, killing two and damaging a historic Orthodox cathedral, prompting condemnation from UNESCO. The attack occurred amid claims by…
Joe Biden Invites CIA Director William Burns to Join His Cabinet
President Joe Biden has invited CIA Director William Burns to join his cabinet, highlighting Burns' expertise in national security issues related to Russia and China.…
Response to Criticism; Jake Sullivan: Biden Has Taken Risks by Supporting Ukraine
Jake Sullivan defended the Biden administration's support for Ukraine at the Aspen Security Forum, stating that significant risks have been taken in sending advanced weapons.…
Vladimir Putin: Any Polish aggression towards Belarus is equivalent to an attack on Russia
Vladimir Putin warned Poland against any aggression towards Belarus, framing it as an attack on Russia, amid rising tensions at the Polish-Belarusian border following the…
Putin's Opponent Faces Possible 20-Year Sentence
Alexei Navalny, a prominent opponent of Putin, faces a potential 20-year sentence on charges of extremism. His imprisonment follows his exposure of government corruption and…
Russia Conducts 'Retaliatory' Attack on Odesa Port in Ukraine
Russia launched a retaliatory attack on Ukraine's Odesa port, claiming it was punishment for a prior assault on the Kerch Bridge. Ukraine's air defenses reportedly…
Zelensky: Russia Will Do Anything to Halt Ukraine's Advance in the South
Ukrainian President Zelensky warned that Russia is focusing all its efforts to halt Ukraine's military advances in the south. Ukrainian forces are facing significant challenges…
Wagner Mercenaries Training Belarusian Soldiers
Wagner mercenaries are now training Belarusian soldiers, marking the first implementation of an agreement following their rebellion in Russia. This development involves key figures like…
Biden's European Trip Ends; Emphasis on 'Unwavering Support for NATO' and Strengthening Transatlantic Relations
Joe Biden concluded a significant European trip focused on NATO and Ukraine, reinforcing U.S. support for NATO and Ukraine's membership aspirations. The trip included discussions…
Russian General: My Soldiers Were Stabbed in the Back in Ukraine
Lieutenant General Ivan Popov of Russia was dismissed after revealing the poor conditions on the Ukrainian front, claiming that senior commanders betrayed their troops. This…
Azerbaijan Temporarily Blocks 'Lachin' Border Crossing
Azerbaijan has temporarily blocked the Lachin border crossing to Armenia, citing smuggling concerns involving the Red Cross. This action highlights ongoing tensions between Azerbaijan and…
Statistical Analysis of Putin's War Against Ukraine: 50,000 Russian Men Killed
A non-governmental analysis estimates that nearly 50,000 Russian men have died since the invasion of Ukraine, using statistical methods to analyze mortality data. This information…
Fact-Check | Wagner Forces Faced No Resistance on Their Advance to Moscow
The Polygraph project disputes Dmitry Medvedev's claim that Russian officials effectively demonstrated their power during the Wagner group's advance towards Moscow, revealing that the group…
Kremlin Spokesman: Putin Met with Prigozhin Five Days After Wagner Rebellion
Dmitry Peskov announced that Putin met with Yevgeny Prigozhin and Wagner commanders five days after their failed rebellion against Russian military leadership. The meeting focused…
Turkish President Consults on Extension of Black Sea Grain Deal
Turkish President Erdogan is consulting with Russia to extend the Black Sea grain deal for at least three more months, following discussions with Ukrainian President…
Efforts to 'Change the Balance of Power' in the Ukraine War; U.S. to Provide Cluster Munitions to Ukraine
The U.S. has decided to send cluster munitions to Ukraine to aid in its fight against Russia, a decision confirmed by National Security Advisor Jake…
U.S. Ambassador in Russia Meets Imprisoned Wall Street Journal Journalist
U.S. Ambassador Lynn Tracy met with imprisoned Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich, who has been detained on espionage charges since March 29. Gershkovich's request…
Zelensky: We Are Ready for Dialogue, but Only After Reaching Recognized International Borders
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine will only engage in diplomatic talks after its forces reach the internationally recognized borders of 1991. He warned of…
Mask on Users' Nerves; New Restrictions by Twitter's New Owner Elon Musk Spark Controversy
Elon Musk has imposed new reading limits on Twitter users, which has sparked significant backlash. Verified accounts can read up to 8,000 tweets per day,…