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Russia’s growing "shadow fleet,"initially used to transport sanctioned oil, now poses a broader threat -Politico
Since Western governments imposed a price cap on Russian oil in late 2022,this fleet has expanded significantly,now comprising an estimated 17% of the global oil tanker fleet⤵️
Since Western governments imposed a price cap on Russian oil in late 2022,this fleet has expanded significantly,now comprising an estimated 17% of the global oil tanker fleet⤵️
December 16, 2024 at 8:08 PM
Russia’s growing "shadow fleet,"initially used to transport sanctioned oil, now poses a broader threat -Politico
Since Western governments imposed a price cap on Russian oil in late 2022,this fleet has expanded significantly,now comprising an estimated 17% of the global oil tanker fleet⤵️
Since Western governments imposed a price cap on Russian oil in late 2022,this fleet has expanded significantly,now comprising an estimated 17% of the global oil tanker fleet⤵️
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In May 2022, Joe Biden signed the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act into law.
Why was it left on the shelf?
Why was it left on the shelf?
Why Ukraine’s Lend-Lease Act Was Left on the Shelf
In May 2022, just over two months into Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, US President Joe Biden signed the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act into…
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December 16, 2024 at 7:38 PM
In May 2022, Joe Biden signed the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act into law.
Why was it left on the shelf?
Why was it left on the shelf?
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A couple of conclusions after today's press conference of Putin and Belousov:
◾️Putin has decided to suspend any negotiations for the next few months.
◾️This shift follows Medvedev's visit to China⤵️
◾️Putin has decided to suspend any negotiations for the next few months.
◾️This shift follows Medvedev's visit to China⤵️
"The West is pushing Russia to the red line, and Moscow cannot help but respond." – Putin.
Liar and warmonger.
Liar and warmonger.
December 16, 2024 at 7:23 PM
A couple of conclusions after today's press conference of Putin and Belousov:
◾️Putin has decided to suspend any negotiations for the next few months.
◾️This shift follows Medvedev's visit to China⤵️
◾️Putin has decided to suspend any negotiations for the next few months.
◾️This shift follows Medvedev's visit to China⤵️
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⚡️ Two Russian tankers sank near the Kerch Strait on December 15 after going to sea in violation of navigation rules, according to Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk.
Russian Tankers Sink in Kerch Strait After Violating Safety and Navigation Rules
Ukrainian Navy criticizes Russia for ignoring navigation regulations during harsh weather after the sinking of Russian Volgoneft-212 and Volgoneft-239.
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December 16, 2024 at 3:48 PM
⚡️ Two Russian tankers sank near the Kerch Strait on December 15 after going to sea in violation of navigation rules, according to Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk.
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⚡️Russian guided bomb attacks fall sharply after ATACMS, Storm Shadow strikes, analysts say.
Russian guided bomb attacks against Ukraine have reportedly fallen by over 50% since Western partners allowed Kyiv to target Russia with long-range missiles.
Russian guided bomb attacks against Ukraine have reportedly fallen by over 50% since Western partners allowed Kyiv to target Russia with long-range missiles.
Russian guided bomb attacks fall sharply after ATACMS, Storm Shadow strikes, analysts say
Russian attacks against Ukraine with guided aerial bombs have reportedly fallen by over 50% since Western partners allowed Kyiv to target Russia with long-range missiles.
kyivindependent.com
December 12, 2024 at 10:41 PM
⚡️Russian guided bomb attacks fall sharply after ATACMS, Storm Shadow strikes, analysts say.
Russian guided bomb attacks against Ukraine have reportedly fallen by over 50% since Western partners allowed Kyiv to target Russia with long-range missiles.
Russian guided bomb attacks against Ukraine have reportedly fallen by over 50% since Western partners allowed Kyiv to target Russia with long-range missiles.
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Russian drone attacks injure five Kherson civilians, including three elderly locals
All victims, including two elderly residents, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds were taken to hospitals.
All victims, including two elderly residents, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds were taken to hospitals.
Russian drone attacks injure seven Kherson civilians, including five elderly locals - Euromaidan Press
All victims, including two elderly residents, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds were taken to hospitals.
euromaidanpress.com
December 10, 2024 at 1:38 PM
Russian drone attacks injure five Kherson civilians, including three elderly locals
All victims, including two elderly residents, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds were taken to hospitals.
All victims, including two elderly residents, suffered blast injuries and shrapnel wounds were taken to hospitals.
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⚡️ Explosions heard in occupied Donetsk Oblast city, Russian proxies announce evacuation.
Russian occupation authorities in the Donetsk Oblast city of Yenakiieve announced evacuations from some areas on Dec. 10 amid reports of explosions.
Russian occupation authorities in the Donetsk Oblast city of Yenakiieve announced evacuations from some areas on Dec. 10 amid reports of explosions.
Explosions heard in occupied Donetsk Oblast city, Russian proxies announce evacuation
Russian occupation authorities in the Donetsk Oblast city of Yenakiieve announced evacuations from parts of the city on Dec. 10 amid reports of explosions.
kyivindependent.com
December 10, 2024 at 12:45 PM
⚡️ Explosions heard in occupied Donetsk Oblast city, Russian proxies announce evacuation.
Russian occupation authorities in the Donetsk Oblast city of Yenakiieve announced evacuations from some areas on Dec. 10 amid reports of explosions.
Russian occupation authorities in the Donetsk Oblast city of Yenakiieve announced evacuations from some areas on Dec. 10 amid reports of explosions.
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Russian forces advance near Pokrovsk and enter 1 km into Sumy Oblast, DeepState says
Russia continues offensive operations despite heavy losses.
Russia continues offensive operations despite heavy losses.
Russian forces advance near Pokrovsk and enter 1 km into Sumy Oblast, DeepState says - Euromaidan Press
Russia continues offensive operations despite heavy losses.
euromaidanpress.com
December 10, 2024 at 1:08 PM
Russian forces advance near Pokrovsk and enter 1 km into Sumy Oblast, DeepState says
Russia continues offensive operations despite heavy losses.
Russia continues offensive operations despite heavy losses.
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⚡️ Chinese exports to Russia decrease for first time in 4 months, Reuters reports.
China's yuan-denominated exports to Russia dropped sharply in November when compared to the 24% growth the previous month, Reuters reported on Dec. 10, citing Chinese customs data.
China's yuan-denominated exports to Russia dropped sharply in November when compared to the 24% growth the previous month, Reuters reported on Dec. 10, citing Chinese customs data.
Chinese exports to Russia decrease for first time in 4 months, Reuters reports
The decrease of 10.5% compared to November 2023 marks the first drop since July, Reuters writes.
kyivindependent.com
December 10, 2024 at 11:33 AM
⚡️ Chinese exports to Russia decrease for first time in 4 months, Reuters reports.
China's yuan-denominated exports to Russia dropped sharply in November when compared to the 24% growth the previous month, Reuters reported on Dec. 10, citing Chinese customs data.
China's yuan-denominated exports to Russia dropped sharply in November when compared to the 24% growth the previous month, Reuters reported on Dec. 10, citing Chinese customs data.
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⚡️ Russia detains Russian-German citizen over alleged sabotage plot.
Russia’s security services detained a Russian-German citizen for allegedly preparing to sabotage railways, the Russian news agency Interfax reported on Dec. 10.
Russia’s security services detained a Russian-German citizen for allegedly preparing to sabotage railways, the Russian news agency Interfax reported on Dec. 10.
Russia detains Russian-German citizen over alleged sabotage plot
Russia’s security services detained a Russian-German citizen for allegedly preparing a sabotage plot against railways, Russian news agency Interfax reported on Dec. 10.
kyivindependent.com
December 10, 2024 at 1:11 PM
⚡️ Russia detains Russian-German citizen over alleged sabotage plot.
Russia’s security services detained a Russian-German citizen for allegedly preparing to sabotage railways, the Russian news agency Interfax reported on Dec. 10.
Russia’s security services detained a Russian-German citizen for allegedly preparing to sabotage railways, the Russian news agency Interfax reported on Dec. 10.
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US: North Korean troops stationed in Kursk yet to engage in direct combat with Ukrainian forces
Russia is "spending all their energy and resources in Ukraine," while showing weakness in Syria.
Russia is "spending all their energy and resources in Ukraine," while showing weakness in Syria.
US: North Korean troops stationed in Kursk yet to engage in direct combat with Ukrainian forces - Euromaidan Press
Russia is "spending all their energy and resources in Ukraine," while showing weakness in Syria.
euromaidanpress.com
December 10, 2024 at 11:38 AM
US: North Korean troops stationed in Kursk yet to engage in direct combat with Ukrainian forces
Russia is "spending all their energy and resources in Ukraine," while showing weakness in Syria.
Russia is "spending all their energy and resources in Ukraine," while showing weakness in Syria.
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⚡️ Chinese manufacturers have started to restrict sales of key components used to build drones to the US and EU.
As 80% of the commercial drone market is currently controlled by China, Ukraine, which relies heavily on the use of drones in the war, is likely to suffer.
As 80% of the commercial drone market is currently controlled by China, Ukraine, which relies heavily on the use of drones in the war, is likely to suffer.
China Restricts Drone Supplies Critical to Ukraine’s Defense
Chinese firms have begun limiting sales of essential drone components to the US and EU, impacting Ukraine’s operations amid rising prices and supply challenges.
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December 10, 2024 at 1:09 PM
⚡️ Chinese manufacturers have started to restrict sales of key components used to build drones to the US and EU.
As 80% of the commercial drone market is currently controlled by China, Ukraine, which relies heavily on the use of drones in the war, is likely to suffer.
As 80% of the commercial drone market is currently controlled by China, Ukraine, which relies heavily on the use of drones in the war, is likely to suffer.
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⚡ Zelenskyy at the meeting with President of Georgia Zourabichvili: "We stand with the Georgian people and believe in your European future—membership in the EU and NATO."
📷 Ukrinform
📷 Ukrinform
December 7, 2024 at 4:16 PM
⚡ Zelenskyy at the meeting with President of Georgia Zourabichvili: "We stand with the Georgian people and believe in your European future—membership in the EU and NATO."
📷 Ukrinform
📷 Ukrinform
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IT Coalition raises nearly €500 million in aid for Ukraine
Established in September 2023, the Estonia-Luxembourg-led IT Coalition raised $510 million in its first year to bolster Ukraine's military tech and comms.
Established in September 2023, the Estonia-Luxembourg-led IT Coalition raised $510 million in its first year to bolster Ukraine's military tech and comms.
IT Coalition raises nearly €500 million in aid for Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
Established in September 2023, the Estonia-Luxembourg-led IT Coalition raised $510 million in its first year to bolster Ukraine's military tech and comms.
euromaidanpress.com
December 8, 2024 at 11:38 AM
IT Coalition raises nearly €500 million in aid for Ukraine
Established in September 2023, the Estonia-Luxembourg-led IT Coalition raised $510 million in its first year to bolster Ukraine's military tech and comms.
Established in September 2023, the Estonia-Luxembourg-led IT Coalition raised $510 million in its first year to bolster Ukraine's military tech and comms.
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⚡ Syrian rebels announced the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad following their capture of Damascus on Sunday, ending over two decades of authoritarian rule.
Syrian Rebels Declare Collapse of Russia-Backed Assad Regime
Syrian rebels have declared the end of Bashar al-Assad's presidency, prompting significant changes in regional politics and international relations.
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December 8, 2024 at 12:20 PM
⚡ Syrian rebels announced the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad following their capture of Damascus on Sunday, ending over two decades of authoritarian rule.
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Let us honor their memory by keeping the Defenders of Ukraine in our prayers.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
... and now we lie
In Flanders Field.
RIP – Ruslan Melnyk, Maksym Knysh (33), Oleksandr Burkun (46). Mykola Kuzhel (34)
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
... and now we lie
In Flanders Field.
RIP – Ruslan Melnyk, Maksym Knysh (33), Oleksandr Burkun (46). Mykola Kuzhel (34)
December 8, 2024 at 6:08 AM
Let us honor their memory by keeping the Defenders of Ukraine in our prayers.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
... and now we lie
In Flanders Field.
RIP – Ruslan Melnyk, Maksym Knysh (33), Oleksandr Burkun (46). Mykola Kuzhel (34)
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
... and now we lie
In Flanders Field.
RIP – Ruslan Melnyk, Maksym Knysh (33), Oleksandr Burkun (46). Mykola Kuzhel (34)
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In the sixth episode of Dare to Ukraine, we gain rare access to the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, known globally as the site of the catastrophic 1986 nuclear disaster and one of the most radioactive places on Earth.
Chornobyl: An exclusive look at the exclusion zone during war | Dare to Ukraine
YouTube video by Kyiv Independent
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December 7, 2024 at 1:44 PM
In the sixth episode of Dare to Ukraine, we gain rare access to the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, known globally as the site of the catastrophic 1986 nuclear disaster and one of the most radioactive places on Earth.
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Russia made nuclear threats an almost daily practice.
But what do experts say about the real possibility of Russia launching a nuclear attack?
But what do experts say about the real possibility of Russia launching a nuclear attack?
How Serious is Russia’s Threat of Nuclear Weapons Against Ukraine? Here's What Experts Think
Yesterday marks the anniversary of Ukraine disarming itself from nuclear warheads, while Russia continues to threaten Ukraine with them. Though the Kremlin is…
united24media.com
December 8, 2024 at 8:21 AM
Russia made nuclear threats an almost daily practice.
But what do experts say about the real possibility of Russia launching a nuclear attack?
But what do experts say about the real possibility of Russia launching a nuclear attack?
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Syria's Assad flees Damascus as opposition forces take control of capital
Assad’s fall concludes five decades of his family rule and disrupts Russia’s ability to project power through Syria into the Middle East and Africa.
Assad’s fall concludes five decades of his family rule and disrupts Russia’s ability to project power through Syria into the Middle East and Africa.
Syria's Assad flees Damascus as opposition forces take control of capital - Euromaidan Press
Assad’s fall concludes five decades of his family rule and disrupts Russia’s ability to project power through Syria into the Middle East and Africa.
euromaidanpress.com
December 8, 2024 at 8:38 AM
Syria's Assad flees Damascus as opposition forces take control of capital
Assad’s fall concludes five decades of his family rule and disrupts Russia’s ability to project power through Syria into the Middle East and Africa.
Assad’s fall concludes five decades of his family rule and disrupts Russia’s ability to project power through Syria into the Middle East and Africa.
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Syrian opposition announced the ouster of Russia-backed President Bashar al-Assad, ending over two decades of authoritarian rule.
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December 8, 2024 at 1:10 PM
Syrian opposition announced the ouster of Russia-backed President Bashar al-Assad, ending over two decades of authoritarian rule.
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Syrian rebels claim to have reached the suburbs of Damascus, Syria's capital, on Dec. 7, as the rebel groups' rapid offensive against pro-government forces continues.
Syrian rebels claim to have reached Damascus' suburbs
Syrian rebels claim to have reached the suburbs of Damascus, Syria's capital, on Dec. 7, as the rebel groups' rapid offensive against pro-government forces continues.
kyivindependent.com
December 7, 2024 at 5:47 PM
Syrian rebels claim to have reached the suburbs of Damascus, Syria's capital, on Dec. 7, as the rebel groups' rapid offensive against pro-government forces continues.
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⚡️BREAKING: Syrian rebels announce fall of Assad regime.
"The tyrant Bashar al-Assad has fled. We declare the city of Damascus free from the tyrant Bashar al-Assad," rebel leaders claimed on Dec. 8.
"The tyrant Bashar al-Assad has fled. We declare the city of Damascus free from the tyrant Bashar al-Assad," rebel leaders claimed on Dec. 8.
BREAKING: Syrian rebels announce fall of Assad regime
"The tyrant Bashar al-Assad has fled. We declare the city of Damascus free from the tyrant Bashar al-Assad," rebel leaders claimed on Dec. 8.
kyivindependent.com
December 8, 2024 at 3:40 AM
⚡️BREAKING: Syrian rebels announce fall of Assad regime.
"The tyrant Bashar al-Assad has fled. We declare the city of Damascus free from the tyrant Bashar al-Assad," rebel leaders claimed on Dec. 8.
"The tyrant Bashar al-Assad has fled. We declare the city of Damascus free from the tyrant Bashar al-Assad," rebel leaders claimed on Dec. 8.
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Ukraine faces significant delays in repairing Western equipment due to a shortage of spare parts
Proposed “military Schengen” in the EU could streamline export licenses for vital parts, but bureaucratic hurdles persist, prolonging repair time
Proposed “military Schengen” in the EU could streamline export licenses for vital parts, but bureaucratic hurdles persist, prolonging repair time
Ukraine struggles to repair Western equipment damaged on the front lines as spare parts remain in short supply - Euromaidan Press
Western weapons damaged in Ukraine face months-long repair delays as complex logistics and licensing requirements hinder swift action.
euromaidanpress.com
December 6, 2024 at 4:58 PM
Ukraine faces significant delays in repairing Western equipment due to a shortage of spare parts
Proposed “military Schengen” in the EU could streamline export licenses for vital parts, but bureaucratic hurdles persist, prolonging repair time
Proposed “military Schengen” in the EU could streamline export licenses for vital parts, but bureaucratic hurdles persist, prolonging repair time
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⚡️ Update: Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih kills 2, injures 13, including 6-year-old boy.
The Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih on Dec. 6 has killed two people and injured 13, including a six-year-old boy, local authorities reported.
The Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih on Dec. 6 has killed two people and injured 13, including a six-year-old boy, local authorities reported.
Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih kills 2, injures 13, including 6-year-old boy
Russian forces attacked Kryvyi Rih in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast on Dec. 6, killing two and injuring 13, including a six-year-old boy, Governor Serhii Lysak reported.
kyivindependent.com
December 6, 2024 at 5:13 PM
⚡️ Update: Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih kills 2, injures 13, including 6-year-old boy.
The Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih on Dec. 6 has killed two people and injured 13, including a six-year-old boy, local authorities reported.
The Russian attack on Kryvyi Rih on Dec. 6 has killed two people and injured 13, including a six-year-old boy, local authorities reported.
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Sweden and Denmark pledged to send 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package
This decision comes amid expectations of a renewed Russian offensive in Kherson Oblast
This decision comes amid expectations of a renewed Russian offensive in Kherson Oblast
Sweden and Denmark to send 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine as Kyiv expects new offensive on Kherson Oblast - Euromaidan Press
Sweden and Denmark secure a $2.2 billion deal with BAE Systems Hägglunds, jointly financing 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles for Ukraine while boosting their own defense capabilities.
euromaidanpress.com
December 6, 2024 at 5:38 PM
Sweden and Denmark pledged to send 40 CV90 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package
This decision comes amid expectations of a renewed Russian offensive in Kherson Oblast
This decision comes amid expectations of a renewed Russian offensive in Kherson Oblast