Russia says its forces have retaken key Kursk town of Sudzha
Push comes as Russian and US officials gear up for meeting to discuss end to Ukraine war
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Russia Begins Assault on Ukrainian-Occupied Town of Sudzha in Kursk Region
Moscow’s military advances on the town of Sudzha may deprive Kyiv of a bargaining chip in peace talks.The New York Times - 1d -
Russia says forces retake Sudzha in Kursk border region
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The front line inside Ukraine has become more static, Ukrainian soldiers say, even as Russia regains ground in its own Kursk region.The New York Times - 2d -
Ukraine tries to bolster troops in Kursk as Putin's forces advance
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Russian forces recapture villages in Ukrainian-held pocket inside Russia
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Russia Pushes Back Ukraine’s Offensive With Drones and North Korean Troops
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Ukraine loses ground in Kursk as US cuts off support
Moscow’s troops gain territory around the Russian town of Sudzha ahead of crucial talks between Kyiv and Washington this weekFinancial Times - 3d -
Russian forces walked inside a gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian troops from the rear in Kursk
Ukraine’s military and Russian war bloggers say Russian special forces walked inside a gas pipeline to strike Ukrainian units from the rear in the Kursk regionABC News - 4d -
Russia ‘seeking to prolong war’, says Zelenskyy as Kremlin aide says proposed ceasefire just ‘temporary respite’ for Ukraine – Europe live
Talks over ceasefire come as Russian operation to expel Kursk’s Ukrainian forces in final stage, claims Kremlin. Trump hints at financial repercussions if Russia rejects Ukraine ceasefire ...The Guardian - 14m -
Ukraine bombards Russia with largest drone barrage of war, Moscow says
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How Ukraine lost territory to Russia in Kursk
An analysis of verified footage reveals Moscow is taking back territory in Kursk, the area of Russia that Ukraine attacked in 2024.BBC News - 1h -
Sweden says Russia is greatest threat to its security
The nation's security service says there is a "tangible risk" of the security situation deteriorating further.BBC News - 1d -
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US team headed to Moscow for Ukraine talks as Putin visits Kursk
President Trump says he can 'do things financially' that would be painful for Russia if the war continues.BBC News - 13h -
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Russia says it does not want a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine
Putin’s foreign policy adviser says Moscow wants long-term settlement taking its interests into accountFinancial Times - 53m -
Hundreds of Civilians Killed by Government Forces in Syria, War Monitors Say
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Ukraine supports 30-day ceasefire as Russia says it will consider offer
The latest talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine have brought a commitment from Ukraine's president to support a 30-day ceasefire. In return, the U.S. will restore military and intelligence support ...CBS News - 23h -
Ethiopia's Tigray regional govt appeals for help after fighters seize key towns
The interim government of Ethiopia’s Tigray region has appealed for the Ethiopian federal government to intervene after a faction of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front seized control of two major ...ABC News - 3h -
Reports: Russian troops in centre of Ukrainian-occupied town in Kursk
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Deterrence is a key issue as army chiefs from 30-plus countries talk about a Ukraine force
Ukraine has key questions it wants answered as army chiefs from over 30 countries meet in Paris for talks on creating an international force to deter future Russian aggression once a ceasefire is ...ABC News - 1d -
Seahawks to re-sign key LB Jones, source says
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Education Department Fires 1,300 Workers, Gutting Its Staff
The layoffs mean that the department will now have a work force of about half the size it did when President Trump took office.The New York Times - 22h -
Key 'annoyed' by perception of England under McCullum
Rob Key says he gets annoyed by the perception of Brendon McCullum's England teams as being carefree, but admits it is "our own fault".BBC News - 2d -
Wirtz among trio of key injuries for Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen is fretting about the fitness of three key players ahead of its Champions League match against Bayern Munich on Tuesday.ESPN - 3d -
Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy says Russia has carried out ‘hundreds of attacks’ against Ukraine this week
Ukrainian president calls for strengthened sanctions as he highlights weapons used against his country. Local officials from Russia ’s ruling party have caused controversy by presenting mothers of ...The Guardian - 3d -
Russia uses a gas pipeline to strike at Ukrainian troops from the rear in Kursk
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Putin visits Kursk as Russia pushes back Ukrainian troops in captured region
Moscow’s soldiers step up offensive just hours after Kyiv backs 30-day, US-brokered armisticeFinancial Times - 13h -
Ethiopia's Tigray regional government appeals for help after factional fighters seize key towns
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Trump Looms Over Greenland’s Election, but Voters Have Other Concerns
President Trump keeps saying he wants to “get” Greenland. On Tuesday, Greenland votes for a new parliament that could shape its future relations with the United States.The New York Times - 2d -
What leverage does Trump have over Putin in Ukraine negotiations?
The Russian president remains unwavering in his demands, making wider sanctions and tariffs ineffective. Ukraine’s agreement to support a US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in its war against ...The Guardian - 21h -
Russia says it is awaiting details on ceasefire proposal with Ukraine
Ukraine has said it's ready to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia after high-level talks with U.S. officials this week in Saudi Arabia. The deal will now be presented to Russia. CBS News senior ...CBS News - 21h -
Several civilians reportedly killed in Syrian clashes, U.S. and Russia call for U.N. meeting
U.S. and Russian diplomats have called for the United Nations Security Council to meet Monday amid escalating violence in Syria. Clashes between Syrian forces and loyalists of ousted President ...CBS News - 3d -
North Korea Says It’s Building a Nuclear-Powered Submarine
The announcement came amid fears that Pyongyang may be receiving crucial military technology from Russia in return for sending troops and weapons for its war against Ukraine.The New York Times - 5d -
Europe Weighs Peacekeeping Role in Ukraine Amid Trump’s Embrace of Russia
The deeper discussion of a European force comes amid rising anger and dismay over President Trump’s embrace of Russia and abandonment of traditional allies.The New York Times - 1d -
Russia bombards Ukraine energy grid after Zelenskyy says team will hold talks with US
Officials say Russia targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile and drone bombardment during the nightABC News - 6d
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