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Russia-Ukraine War: Key Developments, Day 1,156

On Friday, April 25, 2025, the Russia-Ukraine conflict continued to intensify: Military Situation: A massive attack on Kyiv killed 12 people, marking the deadliest strike on the Ukrainian capital this year. Russian forces launched 145 drones and 70 missiles, including 11 ballistic missiles, according to Ukrainian military sources. President......

Zelenskiy visits South Africa to strengthen ties and seek support for peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy arrived in South Africa on Thursday for high-level discussions with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The talks aim to enhance bilateral cooperation and explore pathways to end Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. Zelenskiy’s visit comes amid intensified diplomatic efforts to bolster global backing for......

Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv leaves casualties and destruction

A deadly missile and drone assault by Russia has struck Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, leaving at least nine people dead and over 60 injured, including children, according to local authorities. Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, reported that drone debris caused multiple fires, and there are concerns that some people may be trapped beneath......

Trump Criticizes Zelenskyy for Blocking Peace Talks with Russia

Former US President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for rejecting any peace deal that involves conceding Crimea to Russia. According to Trump, Zelenskyy's firm stance is damaging ongoing negotiations aimed at ending the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Zelenskyy, during remarks ahead of......

Putin suggests openness to direct talks with Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed willingness to consider direct talks with Ukraine, signaling a positive outlook towards peace initiatives. During a state television interview on Monday, Putin stated that he hoped Kyiv would share this sentiment. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, no direct negotiations......

Kremlin welcomes US stance against Ukraine’s NATO bid

On Monday, the Kremlin expressed approval of the current U.S. administration’s stance that rules out NATO membership for Ukraine. While refraining from commenting on Donald Trump’s recent optimism for a peace agreement, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov noted that this position aligns with Russia’s interests. Trump, aiming......

Russia Resumes Attacks after Easter Truce Ends

Following the end of a short-lived Easter ceasefire, Russia launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks against Ukraine, according to Ukrainian sources. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted 42 drones, while another 47 were redirected using electronic warfare. Despite initial calls for a truce, both Kyiv and Moscow accused......

NASA and Russian Crew Return Safely from ISS Mission

After spending seven months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), astronauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Wagner of Russia, along with NASA astronaut Donald Pettit, have returned safely to Earth. The trio landed in Kazakhstan early Sunday morning aboard the Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft, which touched down southeast of Dzhezkazgan at 6:20 a.m.......

Strategic energy shifts and global power struggles

Miguel Golmayo, a naval captain and expert in both energy and military intelligence, has released his second book La fiebre del oro verde: geopolítica de las energías renovables (The Green Gold Rush: Geopolitics of Renewable Energy), following the success of his first work on hydrocarbons. As Spain’s Defense Advisor to......

Zelenskyy says Russian forces ignore Easter ceasefire

KYIV, April 20 – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated on Sunday that Russia’s announcement of an Easter ceasefire was largely symbolic, as Russian troops continued to engage in combat operations despite President Vladimir Putin’s order. The Russian leader had instructed his forces to halt all military actions along......

Putin thanks Hamas for releasing hostages during Kremlin meeting

Russian President c met on Wednesday with Israeli-Russian former hostages at the Kremlin, marking his first official encounter with individuals released from Gaza since the beginning of the conflict. During the meeting, Putin expressed gratitude to the Palestinian group Hamas for what he described as a “humanitarian act” in releasing......

Deadly drone strike hits Dnipro leaving dozens injured

A large-scale drone assault launched by Russia struck the southeastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Wednesday night, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a child, and injuring at least 30 others, according to regional authorities. Serhiy Lysak, governor of the Dnipropetrovsk region, reported on Telegram that five of the......

Trump’s envoy claims Putin seeks a "sustainable peace" in Ukraine

Steve Witkoff, the U.S. envoy for President Donald Trump, stated on Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin desires a "sustainable peace" in Ukraine. His comments came three days after another meeting with Putin. In an interview with conservative Fox News, Witkoff added, "We might be on the verge of securing something......