Ukraine: Zelenskyy's request for F-16 jets discussed by expert SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Emmanuel Macron has infuriated Russia over his reluctance to rule out sending fighter jets to Ukraine . The French President said France does not exclude sending fighter jets but set out conditions before such a step is taken, including not leading to an escalation of tensions or using the aircraft “to touch Russian soil,” and not resulting in weakening “the capacities of the French army.” Related articles Britain to get 148 of world's most advanced tanks, says Ben Wallace Putin planning sick February 'anniversary' attack with 500k troops The comments sparked fury in Moscow where Maria … [Read more...] about Macron faces wrath of Putin after he fails to rule out sending fighter jets to Ukraine
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Ukraine demands Biden sanction India and China for handing Putin energy lifeline
Putin reeling as EU slashes Russian gas import by half SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A senior Ukrainian lawmaker has demanded that US President Joe Biden impose sanctions of China and India for continuing to buy oil and gas supplies from Russia . Over the past year, the EU, the US, and other Western-aligned countries joined forces to sanction Russia , punishing President Vladimir Putin for the invasion of Ukraine which began almost a year ago. While Europe has been phasing out its reliance on Russian natural gas, Putin has turned to the East, towards India and China. During a visit to Washington DC, Oleksandr Merezhko, the head of the foreign affairs committee in Ukraine 's parliament called for greater solidarity … [Read more...] about Ukraine demands Biden sanction India and China for handing Putin energy lifeline
How Putin is preparing massive assault with ‘500,000 men on two fronts’ – and Ukraine think they know the EXACT date
VLADIMIR Putin is feared to be preparing for a new onslaught on Ukraine with up to 500,000 soldiers. Russia is believed to be plotting an attack across two new fronts - pushing into eastern and southern Ukraine . Kyiv believe Mad Vlad's attack may happen around February 24 - the one year anniversary of the invasion . Putin is desperate to achieve something after a bruising first year which has seen his forces thrown back . Ukraine however fear the next few weeks will be crucial for the conflict as they continue to call for weapons from the West . Defence minister Oleksii Reznikov believes Putin is gathering up to 500,00 soldiers for the new offensive . READ MORE ON RUSSIA WAVE OF FEAR Chilling vid shows Russian torpedo ‘sinking’ Britain with radioactive tsunami BLASTED TO DEATH Dramatic moment Russian soldiers are wiped out by ‘death ray’ weapon And it comes as Putin's top diplomat Sergei … [Read more...] about How Putin is preparing massive assault with ‘500,000 men on two fronts’ – and Ukraine think they know the EXACT date
Putin ‘killing Alexei Navalny slowly’ with brutal solitary confinement prison regime
Vladimir Putin has been accused of “killing Alexei Navalny slowly” after the Russian opposition leader claimed he is being moved to solitary confinement for six months. Mr Navalny, who has been jailed for nine years after being convicted of fraud charges that critics said were revenge for his exposure of Kremlin corruption, said the latest move would mean he will go “more than a year without a visit” after being denied company for the last eight months. Related articles Russian doctors urge Putin to 'stop abusing' Alexei Navalny Alexey Navalny's daughter issues rallying cry for Russia to reject war In a message that was passed on to his supporters and posted on Twitter, Mr Navalny said he was being “transferred to a cell-type facility for the maximum possible term of six months”. He said: “No visits are allowed there. This means more than a year without a visit. Even maniacs and serial killers serving life sentences have the right to … [Read more...] about Putin ‘killing Alexei Navalny slowly’ with brutal solitary confinement prison regime
Turkish citizens volunteer to join and train with Putin’s troops in war against Ukraine
Russia: Turkish volunteers train with assault rifles SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info A number of Turkish citizens are volunteering to join the Russian Zaporozhye battalion, according to Russian media. They will serve side by side with Russian soldiers, fighting against Ukrainian nationalists on the battlefield. Related articles Demands for Biden to sanction countries behind Putin energy lifeline Should Olympics ban Russian and Belarusian athletes? Some say they want to contribute to the liberation of Donbass and to reach peace in the occupied territories. One told TV ZVEZDA news: “I came from Turkey to support our Russian brothers. They are supported by those with whom I came - my … [Read more...] about Turkish citizens volunteer to join and train with Putin’s troops in war against Ukraine
Putin brings nuclear football that can launch missiles at any moment to war memorial
Putin speaks on the anniversary of the Soviet Union's triumph in the Battle of Stalingrad. (Image: East2West news) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info During a visit to Volgograd to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in the battle of Stalingrad, two of Putin 's security guards were seen carrying black cases. It is said that one of the black cases carried by Putin's security guards serves as a foldable shield to protect him in case of an attack, while the other is thought to hold the button for launching Russia 's nuclear weapons. Related articles Should Olympics ban Russian and Belarusian athletes? Turkish citizens volunteer to join and train with Putin's troops The briefcase, known as … [Read more...] about Putin brings nuclear football that can launch missiles at any moment to war memorial
Vladimir Putin assembling half a million new war recruits to mark Ukraine anniversary
Russian president Vladimir Putin could be gearing up the Russian military for an anniversary offensive that would deploy 500,000 Russian troops. The 70-year-old despot is allegedly set to "gain the world's attention", in an eerie statement delivered earlier by the Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Lavrov. His claims coincide with the upcoming anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine , which will mark its first year of full-blown conflict on February 24. READ MORE: Putin in frenzied hunt for soldiers as Russia runs out of men to replace war dead In an ominous announcement, it would appear Putin and his cronies are gearing up to mark the first year of Russian troops entering areas of Ukraine not already occupied by the despot's forces. Doing so will see roughly half a million troops allegedly set to join the conflict, with a "major offensive" planned to fall on the anniversary of the war. Ukrainian defence minister Oleksii Reznikov has since stated … [Read more...] about Vladimir Putin assembling half a million new war recruits to mark Ukraine anniversary
Inside ‘war chest’ Ukraine needs to defeat Russia with 200 fighter jets & 1,000 drones as Putin readies new invasion
UKRAINE has said they need an arsenal of new weapons to finally defeat Russia as its feared Vladimir Putin is gearing up for the next phase of his invasion. President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly called for more arms to bolster his forces as they bravely stand up against Moscow. While the West is handing over tanks, missiles and other weapons, Ukraine fears it may not be enough to completely beat Putin . Kyiv has previously estimated that they need up to 500 tanks, 200 warplanes, 1,000 artillery pieces, 1,000 drones and 300 missile launchers. Modern tanks have been the latest weapons earmarked with be sent - with Ukraine due to receive Challenge 2s, Leopard 2s and M1 Abrams vehicles. The West is due to deliver 321 tanks to Ukraine. READ MORE ON RUSSIA INVASION 2.0 Putin mobilising 200k troops for new invasion in Ukraine, warns Nato chief VLADIMIR FOOTIN Macho 5ft 7in Putin wears high heels as ‘insider reveals … [Read more...] about Inside ‘war chest’ Ukraine needs to defeat Russia with 200 fighter jets & 1,000 drones as Putin readies new invasion
Putin preparing new Ukraine invasion with half-a-MILLION troops mobilised, as Kyiv warns they will return in body bags
VLADIMIR Putin is preparing for a new invasion of Ukraine using 500,000 troops, Ukraine's defence minister has said. Oleksii Reznikov said Russia could "try something" to mark the anniversary of the initial invasion last year. The fresh assault would also mark Russia's Defender of the Fatherland Day on 23 February, which celebrates the army. Mr Reznikov said: "Officially they announced 300,000 but when we see the troops at the borders, according to our assessments it is much more." It comes after the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) claimed an "imminent" Russian offensive on the war-torn nation is "the most likely course of action". Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine's Main Military Intelligence Directorate (GUR), said he expects the fresh wave of attacks to be focused on the Luhansk Oblast in the east of the country. READ MORE WORLD NEWS LOCKED DOWN Andrew & Tristan Tate forced to stay in hellhole jail as judge rejects … [Read more...] about Putin preparing new Ukraine invasion with half-a-MILLION troops mobilised, as Kyiv warns they will return in body bags
Putin brings ‘nuclear briefcase’ able to launch Armageddon at ANY moment to war commemoration in chilling taunt to West
VLADIMIR Putin was spotted with his "nuclear briefcase" today in a chilling taunt to the West. Two of Vlad's security guards were seen carrying black cases as he laid flowers in Volgograd on the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory in the battle of Stalingrad. The Russian dictator paid tribute to the fallen Soviet soldiers at the Mamayev Kurgan memorial. It's believed one of the briefcases was a fold-up shield to protect Putin in the event of shooting - while the other is thought to contain contain the launch button for the Kremlin's nukes. The bag - which has a personalised key code - is under 24/7 supervision and understood to control Moscow's nuclear arsenal. It is reportedly supervised by an armed security officer who accompanies no-nonsense Putin wherever he travels. Read more on Russia PUTIN'S D-DAY Russia warns it 'will gain world's attention' on Feb 24 invasion anniversary WARPED RANT Putin says Russia … [Read more...] about Putin brings ‘nuclear briefcase’ able to launch Armageddon at ANY moment to war commemoration in chilling taunt to West