Russia Captures More Villages in Eastern Ukraine

Russian forces are closing in on two strongholds. The fall of the cities could pave the way for a takeover of the southern part of the Donetsk region, analysts said.

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Is the Ukraine conflict a proxy or direct war against Russia?

The difference between them is a matter of perception and interpretation by the (indirect and direct) belligerents involved.
The Hill - 10h
Ukraine’s exhausted troops in Russia told to cling on and wait for Trump

Ukrainian soldiers paint a bleak picture of a battle they don't understand, and fear they will lose.
BBC News - 1d
U.S. Sending $725 Million in Arms to Ukraine, Including More Land Mines

The package, the largest since April, comes amid deep concerns in Ukraine that the Trump administration may cut off aid. The president-elect has vowed to end the war quickly, but has not said how.
The New York Times - 1d
Nato’s Rutte says Ukraine needs more weapons, not new ideas

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Financial Times - 21h
NATO chief wants less talk of peace process in Ukraine, more arms

NATO’s Secretary-General Mark Rutte argued that Ukraine needs to be put in a “position of strength” instead of being pushed toward peace talks, while speaking at a Tuesday conference ahead of the ...
The Hill - 9h
NATO Chief Urges More Weapons for Ukraine Ahead of Any Peace Talks

Mark Rutte said it was up to Ukraine to decide when it was ready to begin negotiations with Russia — and that the West should help strengthen Kyiv’s position beforehand.
The New York Times - 6h
Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels

Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebel group has resumed in eastern Congo ahead of potential mediation talks
ABC News - 15h
Syrian insurgents advance on Hama city after capturing Aleppo

Forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad in ‘violent confrontations’ with armed groups in Hama, according to reports. Middle East crisis – live updates Syrian insurgents fighting forces loyal to ...
The Guardian - 10h
Village People singer: 'YMCA' has 'benefited greatly' from Trump's use

A singer and co-writer on the Village People megahit "Y.M.C.A." says the 1978 tune has "benefited greatly" from being a favorite on President-elect Trump's playlist. In a Monday post on Facebook, ...
The Hill - 12h
Hong Kong mega development plan to devour villages, wetlands

Yahoo News - 1h