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Ukraine Reports Drones Targeted Russian Ammo Depots
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian drones have successfully targeted and struck key ammunition depots in the Russia-controlled eastern Donetsk region, the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) announced on Thursday. The precision attack, which took place on Wednesday...
Ukraine Asks EU Allies to Fund US Arms
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine is urging its European Union allies to finance the purchase of American-manufactured weapons on its behalf, in an attempt to counterbalance a pause in vital US arms shipments to Kiev, according to a report published by a news...
Ukraine summons US envoy after suspension of important military aid
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine summoned US chargé d’affaires John Ginkel following reports that Washington has paused deliveries of crucial weapons, including Patriot missile interceptors, GMLRS rockets, Hellfire missiles, and thousands of 155mm artillery...
Ukraine doesn’t want to be friends with US anymore
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian lawmakers have voiced strong frustration with the United States, declaring that Washington can no longer be seen as an ally following the suspension of key military aid as part of a shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities. The...
OSCE Ambassadors reaffirm unwavering support to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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July 4, 2025
KYIV, 3 JULY 2025 – A delegation of Ambassadors from OSCE participating States concluded a visit to Kyiv yesterday, reaffirming their steadfast support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Co-hosted by the Finnish OSCE...
Russia, Ukraine Await New Timelines for Peace Talks
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Ukraine are actively working on setting dates for a fresh round of negotiations in Istanbul and are awaiting each other’s proposals regarding potential timelines, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. He clarified...
Experts Say U.S. Arms Supply Halt to Ukraine Could Trigger Crisis
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States' decision to halt its weapon shipments to Ukraine could push the country into a critical situation in under two months, according to media, which cites military experts. Without ongoing U.S. assistance, Ukraine’s...
Russia, Ukraine Await Proposals for Next Round of Peace Talks
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Ukraine are still aligning on dates for the next round of peace talks in Istanbul and are currently waiting for each other to submit proposals on timelines, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed Thursday. Speaking at a...
US Halts Arms Shipments to Ukraine
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The United States is pausing its delivery of weapons to Ukraine under its “America first” strategy, according to Washington’s representative to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, who shared this information with a news outlet. He emphasized that...
NATO Head Understands US Cutting Off Ukraine Aid
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO’s newly appointed Secretary General, Mark Rutte, has expressed his full understanding of the United States prioritizing its internal interests. However, he emphasized that European nations cannot continue sustaining Ukraine in its...
Pope Leo, Italy’s Meloni Hold Key Talks on Gaza, Ukraine
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Pope Leo XIV and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addressed key global crises, including the escalating humanitarian disaster in Gaza and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, during their inaugural face-to-face meeting on Wednesday....
Egypt, Ukraine’s Presidents Hold Key Talks
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone conversation on Wednesday to address the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian war and key developments in the Middle East, according to a statement from...
Russia says Ukraine has to stop attacks to reach ceasefire
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko proposed that the US should pressure Ukraine to stop long-range strikes, including drone and cruise missile attacks, on Russian territory as an initial move to achieve a comprehensive ceasefire in...
Zelensky revokes citizenship of head of Ukrainian Orthodox Church
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revoked the citizenship of Metropolitan Onufry, the senior bishop of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church (UOC), according to the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU). The agency alleges that Onufry...
Russian troops destroy German-made Leopard 2A6 tank in Ukraine
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian troops have reportedly destroyed a German-made Leopard 2A6 tank in Ukraine’s Sumy Region, according to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry cited by a Russian state-owned news agency on Wednesday. The ministry revealed...
US decision to suspense arms can weaken Ukraine
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) The recent U.S. decision to pause military aid to Ukraine could place Kiev in a severely weakened position within two months, according to military experts cited by German outlet Bild. Analysts warn that without American assistance,...
NATO chief says he gets why US reduced army assistance to Ukraine
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN) NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said he "totally understands" Washington’s decision to prioritize its national interests by reducing military aid to Ukraine, but emphasized that Europe cannot sustain Kiev’s war effort without...
IAEA Reports Potential Drone Strike Near Ukrainian Nuclear Facility
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN) The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed Tuesday that the agency was alerted to a potential drone strike close to a Ukrainian nuclear facility. Director General Rafael Grossi stated, "The IAEA team based at...
Ukrainian PM Urges Increased Global Pressure on Russia
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukraine’s Prime Minister, Denys Shmyhal, met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday to thank the United Nations for its support of humanitarian efforts and the Black Sea Grain Initiative, while also urging increased global...
Ukraine Urges Greater Global Action Against Russia
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) In a discussion with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday, Ukraine’s Prime Minister conveyed appreciation for the United Nations' role in humanitarian efforts and its involvement in the Black Sea Grain Initiative. He...