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WATCH: Russian Precision-Guided Projectile Destroys Ukrainian Forces Warehouse
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 9:01am EDTThe Krasnopol system is a precision-guided artillery system developed by Russia. It uses laser guidance so that it can fire 152mm and 155mm projectiles at enemy targets with tremendous accuracy up to a range of 20km.
Finland to Further Tighten Entry for Russians, as Collapse of Bilateral Ties Bites
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 8:51am EDTThe Finnish economy has been hit by a technical recession and a surge in inflation — a development in which the deliberate freezing of ties with the nation’s third-largest trade partner has played a role.
Ukraine’s Counteroffensive ‘Struggling’ Against Russia’s Defences, Top NATO General Says
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 8:30am EDTUkraine’s forces have so far shown little success in all directions of their counteroffensive, despite receiving billions of dollars’ worth of military equipment from the US and its NATO allies. Kiev’s Western partners have been reportedly increasingly frustrated with this lack of tangible progress.
Kremlin on Biden’s Slips of Tongue: Russia Interested in US Getting Objective Information
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 8:27am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia is interested in the United States receiving objective and correct information about what is going on in the world, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday, commenting on the recent slip of tongue by US President Joe Biden.
UK Appeals Court Labels Rwanda Deportation Scheme for Illegal Migrants ‘Unlawful’
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 8:24am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – The UK Court of Appeal ruled on Thursday that the government’s plan to relocate illegal immigrants to Rwanda to deter irregular arrivals by boat was unlawful, paving the way for the matter to be considered by the Supreme Court.
Russia Launches Criminal Cases Against 160 Mercenaries Fighting for Ukrainian Regime
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 8:19am EDTThe Russian Investigative Committee has launched criminal cases against 160 mercenaries from 33 countries fighting as part of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Russia Condemns France’s Plans to Support Ukraine’s Entry to NATO
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 7:48am EDTEarlier, French media reported, citing sources, that the Macron government was weighing the option of Ukraine joining NATO as an independent security guarantee.
European Union Summit Kicks Off in Brussels
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 7:28am EDTThe meeting, taking place less than two weeks before the NATO alliance’s summit in Vilnius next month, is expected to tackle many of the same issues, including the ongoing security crisis in Ukraine and purported Chinese “threats” to Europe.
Two Ukrainian Generals, 20 Foreign Mercenaries Destroyed in Strike on Kramatorsk – Russian MoD
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 7:18am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia’s Defense Ministry reported on June 28 that a point of temporary deployment of the commanders of the 56th motorized infantry brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kramatorsk was hit.
Prigozhin Was Informed Wagner Would Not Receive Funding Without Contracts With MoD – Lawmaker
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:52am EDTMORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW
WATCH: Russian T-80BVM Tank Hits US-Made Ukrainian Bradley From Covered Position
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:48am EDTThe T-80BVM tank is a modernized version of the T-80 main battle tank. This upgrade is specifically designed to enhance the tank’s combat capabilities and improve its overall performance on the battlefield. The T-80BVM features a number of advancements, including improved firepower, enhanced protection, and increased mobility.
French President Calls for Calm Amid Violence After Police Killed Teenager
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:35am EDTPARIS (Sputnik) – French President Emmanuel Macron called the violence in the country after a teenager was killed by the police “unjustifiable” and called for calm, French media reported on Thursday.
Several Muslim Countries Condemn Quran Burning in Sweden
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:27am EDTDOHA/CAIRO (Sputnik) – On June 28, the first day of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, a protest in which a Quran was burned took place outside Stockholm’s main mosque.
Efforts Made to Make Reaching Operation Goals by Diplomatic Means Possible – Kremlin
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:17am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – There are efforts made to make reaching goals of the special military operation by diplomatic means possible but prerequisites for such a decision are non-existent for now, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday.
Lavrov, G20 Ambassadors Discuss Western Pressure on Countries Regarding Ukraine
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:06am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed with the ambassadors of some G20 countries on Wednesday the West’s attempts to put pressure on developing states on the issue of Ukraine, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Belarus Ratifies Amendments to Treaty With Russia on Ensuring Security
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:03am EDTMINSK (Sputnik) – Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko signed a law to ratify amendments to the treaty with Russia on jointly ensuring regional security in the military sphere.
Yellen Voices Hope Visiting China Will Help Resume Contacts Between US, Chinese Officials
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 6:00am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Earlier in the week, media reported, citing sources, that US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen was planning an early July visit to Beijing to hold high-level economic talks with her counterpart.
Israel Refuses to Send Iron Dome System to Kiev for Fear of It Getting to Iran – Netanyahu
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 5:56am EDTMOSCOW (Sputnik) – Iron Dome is a missile defense system, developed by Israel, used to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and artillery shells. It consists of radar and tracking systems that detect incoming threats and assess their trajectory, followed by interceptors that are launched to neutralize the target.
Ukraine’s Military Intel Complaining Partners Are Calling for ‘Violent’ Offensive
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 5:45am EDTAs the much-heralded Ukrainian counteroffensive stutters, racking up huge losses since June 4, according to Russia’s Defense Ministry, Western officials are reportedly getting anxious to see some tangible proof that their outpouring of generous military aid to the forces of the Kiev regime has not been in vain.
IAEA Head Plans to Visit Some States Over Tokyo’s Water Discharge From Fukushima
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 4:22am EDTTOKYO (Sputnik) – The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is preparing its head, Rafael Grossi,’s upcoming visit to South Korea, New Zealand and the Cook Islands to clarify the agency’s position on Tokyo’s plans to discharge contaminated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant (NPP), Japanese media reported.
Pope’s Envoy Zuppi to Meet With Patriarch Kirill in Moscow on Thursday
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 3:09am EDTROME (Sputnik) – Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, Pope Francis’ peace envoy for Ukraine, will hold a meeting with Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia on Thursday, Apostolic Nuncio to Russia Giovanni d’Aniello said.
Sweden Mulls Massive Rise In Military Budget to Meet NATO Goal
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 2:39am EDTThe increase that is reminiscent of the Cold War-era is necessary because the Swedish Armed Forces need to grow. At the same time, the military bears increased costs because of inflation and must replace the arms it has donated to Ukraine – an ever-growing list that includes tanks, howitzers, fighting vehicles and anti-tank weapons.
Nicaragua, Russia Discussing Trade in National Currencies – Nicaraguan Foreign Minister
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 2:17am EDTUNITED NATIONS (Sputnik), Lenka White – Managua and Moscow are having conversations with respect to conducting trade in national currencies, including when paying for Russian wheat, Nicaraguan Foreign Minister Denis Moncada told Sputnik.
South Koreans Shed a Year or Two as Tradition-Rooted Age-Counting System Ditched
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 2:08am EDTUp until now, the age-counting method widely used across the world had been one of several other ones, more steeped in tradition, also resorted to. However, in December 2022, a law was adopted to revise the so-called “Korean Age” system, at least on official documents.
US Reveals Russian Vehicle That Brings Chaos to Ukrainian Forces
Sputnik - Jun 29th 2023 1:59am EDTA machine for laying landmines is designed to create a defensive barrier that ought to impede the progress of the enemy and protect valuable assets.