Tag: Ukraine

Wednesday, February 19th 2025 - 09:05 UTC
Trump: Russia willing to end Ukrainian war

US President Donald Trump Tuesday acknowledged from his Mar-a-Lago residence that Russia was willing to end the war in Ukraine and criticized Kyiv for its reluctance to negotiate. In the Republican leader's view, the conflict could have been resolved sooner.
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Tuesday, February 18th 2025 - 06:48 UTC
Trump demands Ukraine's precious metals in exchange for protection

By Gwynne Dyer

What’s the difference between smash-and-grab raids and protection rackets? Not all that much from the legal point of view, but protection rackets has a lower level of risk and a higher rate of returns.
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Saturday, August 31st 2024 - 10:50 UTC
Two Colombian soldiers arrested in Russia after return from Ukraine during stopover in Caracas

Two Colombian soldiers who fought alongside Ukrainian forces against Russia have been captured in Moscow after a mysterious disappearance during their journey home. José Arón Medina Aranda and Alexander Ante, who were last seen in Caracas on July 18 after landing from Madrid, have surfaced in a video showing them under arrest in Russia, where they are accused of being mercenaries.
Tuesday, June 11th 2024 - 11:55 UTC
Chinese-Brazilian proposal on Ukraine gaining momentum

Foreign Ministers Wang Yi of China and Mauro Vieira of Brazil discussed their countries' joint proposal for peace in Ukraine while attending a BRICS ministerial meeting in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia.
Wednesday, May 29th 2024 - 21:43 UTC
Canada and Finland okay Ukraine using their weapons to attack Russia

Just one week after the final destination of the war equipment supplied to Ukraine rose tensions between Moscow and London, Canadian and Finnish authorities Wednesday okayed Kyiv's using the weapons supplied by both countries in a potential offensive against Russia
Monday, April 8th 2024 - 23:54 UTC
Argentina's Milei considers military aid for Ukraine

President Javier Milei has announced plans to embark on a diplomatic tour across Europe in mid-June, including a potential meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski and discussions regarding military aid to Ukraine.
Friday, March 1st 2024 - 10:49 UTC
G-20 economy ministers fail to reach consensus due to ongoing wars

The summit of Economy Ministers of the G-20 in São Paulo failed Thursday to reach a unanimous declaration due to discrepancies over the ongoing armed conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, it was reported. ”We came very close (...) it was almost by a word,“ Brazil's Fernando Haddad said during a press conference. Brazil, which this year holds the rotating presidency of G-20 wanted to ”leave aside” all geopolitical tensions but to no avail.
Tuesday, February 27th 2024 - 08:34 UTC
Bi-cultural marriages in South American countries: The Ukrainian connection

In the vibrant tapestry of South American societies, bi-cultural marriages have become increasingly common, weaving together diverse traditions, languages, and perspectives. Among these, marriages between South American nationals and Ukrainian women stand out as a fascinating example of cross-cultural union, highlighting the challenges and enrichments such relationships bring to the forefront.
Monday, February 26th 2024 - 11:21 UTC
HMS Protector solidarity visit to Ukraine's Vernadsky Antarctic base

On the two year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Royal Navy Ice Patrol HMS Protector visited the Vernadsky Base to express support and discuss how Ukraine and the UK are supporting peaceful scientific cooperation in Antarctica.
Monday, January 29th 2024 - 10:54 UTC
Argentina chooses US-built F-16 fighters over Chinese JF-17s

Argentina's Air Force is to move on with the process of purchasing 24 second-hand US-built F-16 fighter jets from Denmark with the White House's nod, it was reported in Buenos Aires. The decision meant dropping the alternative of Chinese-developed JF-17 units in line with President Javier Milei's policy of not joining the BRICS group and not holding Beijing as a key ally.