Ukraine

New Zealand to Train Ukrainian Forces in Artillery Use

New Zealand's government unveiled plans to train a small number of Ukrainian soldiers in using field artillery guns.

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Kharkiv Digs in Against New Russian Assault

New trenches, concrete blocks, sandbags, and checkpoints appear to be everywhere around Kharkiv, which is preparing to defend against another Russian assault.

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Russia Claims Counter-Drone Laser Weapons Deployed in Ukraine

Russia has deployed a new generation of counter-drone laser weapons in its military operation in Ukraine, according to Deputy Prime Minister Yury Borisov.

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New Military Bases in Western Russia in Response to NATO Expansion: Minister

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said Moscow would create new military bases in western Russia in response to the expansion of NATO. 

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Ukraine Slams Russian Campaign in Donbas ‘Hell’

The renewed Russian offensive in Ukraine's Donbas has turned the eastern region into "hell," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

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Belarus Buys S-400, Iskander Missiles From Russia: Lukashenko

Belarus strongman Lukashenko said his country bought Iskander nuclear-capable missiles and S-400 anti-aircraft anti-missile systems from Russia.

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US Congress Approves $40B for Ukraine

Congress approved a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine, the latest tranche of US assistance under President Joe Biden's promise of unwavering support for Kyiv.

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More Than 1,000 Ukrainians Remain in Azovstal: Separatist Chief

More than 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers including senior commanders remain inside the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Ukraine's port city of Mariupol, a pro-Russian separatist leader said.

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US Puts Full Weight Behind Sweden, Finland Bids to Join NATO

The US gave its full support for Sweden and Finland's bids to join NATO, promising to stand by them if threatened by Russia and pressing Turkey to not block their membership.

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War in Ukraine Enters ‘Protracted Phase’: Defense Minister

The war with Russia is entering "a protracted phase," Ukraine's defense minister said, as Moscow's troops are now trying to take full control of the east and south of the country.

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