featured News

Poland Shuts Last Russian Consulate, Blames Moscow for Railway Sabotage

By 118 0

Poland announced on Wednesday that it will close Russia’s last remaining consulate on its territory, escalating its response to a railway explosion that Warsaw has blamed on Moscow. The blast, which occurred over the weekend on the Warsaw-Lublin line leading to the Ukrainian border, was allegedly carried out by two Ukrainians working with Russian intelligence. Polish authorities say the suspects fled to Belarus, a close ally of Russia.

Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said the closure of the Russian consulate in Gdansk is the first step, following earlier closures of Russian consulates in Krakow and Poznan in response to similar sabotage concerns. Calling the railway incident “an act of state terrorism,” Sikorski added that Poland would also pursue non-diplomatic measures. Moscow, which denies any involvement, accused Poland of “Russophobia” and indicated it would restrict Poland’s diplomatic presence in Russia.

Warsaw is now urging its EU partners to curb the movement of Russian diplomats within the Schengen zone, warning that further actions may follow. Poland and other EU states have repeatedly accused Russia and Belarus of destabilizing the region, including by fueling migration at the borders. Polish intelligence officials say several additional people have been detained in connection with the blast, amid a wider surge in sabotage, arson and cyberattacks across Europe since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Poland Scrambles Jets After Russian Strikes Near Border With Ukraine

By 112 0

Poland activated its air defence and scrambled fighter jets early Wednesday after Russia launched a wave of airstrikes on western Ukraine, close to the Polish border. The Polish Armed Forces said quick-reaction fighter jets and an early-warning aircraft were deployed to secure national airspace.

In a statement on X, Poland’s operational command confirmed that ground-based air defence units and radar systems were raised to their highest state of readiness amid heightened tensions along NATO’s eastern flank.

The response followed widespread air raid alerts across Ukraine around 0400 GMT, as the Ukrainian Air Force warned of incoming Russian missile and drone attacks.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Azerbaijan Protests After Russian Missile Damages Kyiv Embassy

By 110 0

Azerbaijan has summoned Russia’s ambassador, Mikhail Yevdokimov, to lodge a formal protest after a Russian Iskander missile strike damaged its embassy in Kyiv. The Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry said the blast destroyed part of the perimeter wall and caused significant structural damage to the diplomatic compound.

According to the ministry, the incident occurred during a wave of Russian missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian capital. Despite the extent of the damage, no injuries were reported among embassy personnel.

Azerbaijan called the situation unacceptable and demanded a clear explanation from Russia. The protest adds a new diplomatic strain as regional tensions continue to escalate amid the ongoing conflict.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Russian Strikes Devastate Kyiv as Ukraine Reports Rising Casualties

By 94 0

A massive wave of Russian drone and missile strikes on Kyiv has left four people dead and dozens injured, President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed. More than 430 drones and 18 missiles were launched, damaging high-rise buildings across nearly every district and leaving parts of the capital without heat as energy infrastructure took heavy hits. Emergency crews rescued more than 40 people from burning and collapsed structures.

The strikes also targeted several other Ukrainian regions, while Kyiv’s air defences intercepted multiple incoming threats. Fires, falling debris, and widespread destruction hit residential blocks, a hospital and administrative facilities, with some victims pulled from under rubble. Mayor Vitali Klitschko warned that parts of the city’s power, water and heating network had been disrupted.

In a parallel escalation, Ukraine struck Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, igniting a major oil refinery and damaging ships and apartment buildings. Local authorities declared a state of emergency and halted oil exports. The attacks follow another deadly Russian barrage less than a week earlier, prompting Zelensky to urge Western allies to tighten sanctions on Russian energy amid stalled ceasefire talks.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Russian Soldier Gets Life Sentence in Landmark Ukrainian War Crimes Trial

By 107 0

A Ukrainian court has sentenced Russian soldier Dmitry Kurashov, 27, to life imprisonment for the execution of surrendered Ukrainian soldier Vitalii Hodniuk in January 2024. This marks the first life sentence imposed on a Russian serviceman for killing a prisoner of war since the full-scale invasion began. Evidence, including witness accounts and scene footage, confirmed Kurashov shot Hodniuk at point-blank range despite the captive emerging unarmed with hands raised.

Kurashov had joined Russia’s Storm V penal unit after being recruited from prison with the promise of freedom in exchange for military service. Although he initially pleaded guilty, he later denied responsibility, blaming a medic who, according to other captured Russian soldiers, was not present during the shooting. Prosecutors argued Kurashov displayed no genuine remorse and knowingly followed illegal orders not to take Ukrainian prisoners alive.

Ukraine’s intelligence and legal bodies say more than 150 similar executions of POWs by Russian forces have been documented since 2022, suggesting a possible pattern or policy. While some accusations have also been made against Ukrainian troops for killing Russian captives, officials stress those instances are far fewer and under investigation.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Russian Drone Strike on Kyiv Injures Nine, Damages Residential Buildings

By 174 0

Kyiv came under attack for the second consecutive night as a wave of Russian drones struck the Ukrainian capital early Thursday, wounding nine people and damaging buildings across the city. According to Tymur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv’s military administration, ten city locations were affected, including two apartment complexes that took direct hits. Images from the scene showed a car overturned and shattered windows across several buildings.

The assault follows Wednesday’s widespread strikes that killed at least seven people across Ukraine, six of them in Kyiv, and triggered power outages. Ukraine’s military reported that Russia launched around 130 drones in the latest offensive, of which 92 were intercepted. The recent attacks are part of what Ukrainian officials describe as a renewed campaign to cripple the nation’s energy infrastructure ahead of winter.

Russia’s Defence Ministry confirmed targeting Ukrainian energy sites, claiming the strikes were in retaliation for Ukrainian attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure. While Moscow insists such facilities are legitimate military targets, both nations continue to deny intentionally striking civilian areas. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drones reportedly hit an energy facility in Russia’s Nizhny Novgorod region and ignited an industrial site in Ryazan.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Russian Warships Escalate Tensions in Danish Waters, Intelligence Warns

By 453 0

Denmark’s defence intelligence service has reported a series of aggressive maneuvers by Russian warships in the Danish straits, a critical passage connecting the Baltic Sea to the North Sea. According to Defence Intelligence Director Thomas Ahrenkiel, Russian vessels have sailed on collision courses, aimed weapons at Danish naval ships and helicopters, and used tracking radars in ways that risk unintended escalation. He also noted that Russian warships have been observed carrying sonar and jamming equipment, with at least one incident causing significant GPS interference in Denmark.

The activity, which Denmark views as part of Moscow’s broader hybrid warfare strategy, comes amid heightened tensions in the Baltic region following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Denmark, a strong supporter of Kyiv, has expanded its defence budget and committed to acquiring long-range precision weapons capable of reaching targets inside Russia. Ahrenkiel further warned that a Russian warship anchored in Danish waters for over a week could be linked to Moscow’s efforts to protect its so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers used to evade Western sanctions.

Despite these provocations, Danish defence intelligence stressed that there is no direct military threat to Denmark. However, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen recently described drone incursions over Danish airports and military sites as a “hybrid attack,” while Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen confirmed ongoing investigations. NATO has since bolstered its operations in the Baltic, and Sweden has moved to tighten maritime surveillance laws. The White House also described Russia’s actions as a serious matter, reaffirming close coordination with NATO allies.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Belarus Proposes Nuclear Plant to Supply Power to Russian-Controlled Ukraine

By 376 0

Belarus is considering the construction of a nuclear power plant in the eastern part of the country that could supply electricity to Russian-controlled areas of Ukraine, President Alexander Lukashenko announced on Friday. He presented the proposal during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin.

“If a decision is made, we will immediately begin building a new power unit or a new station if there is a need in western Russia and in the liberated regions,” Lukashenko said, using Moscow’s term for Ukrainian territory under Russian occupation. Putin welcomed the idea, saying financing would not be an obstacle as long as there are consumers willing to pay for the electricity.

The proposal highlights the close partnership between the two leaders, with Belarus remaining a key ally of Moscow since the start of the Ukraine conflict. Lukashenko has allowed Russian troops to use Belarusian territory for military operations, and he continues to meet Putin more frequently than any other foreign leader, underscoring Minsk’s alignment with the Kremlin.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

Russian Beauty Raisa Zakirova Shines as Mrs Glam World Eurasia 2025

By 129 0

Russia celebrated a proud achievement as Raisa Niraj Ved Zakirova earned the Mrs Glam World Eurasia 2025 crown at the international pageant hosted in Kochi on September 23rd.

The evening turned spectacular when Deepthi Vijayakumar, MD of Aiswaria Advertising, placed the crown on Raisa, with Dr. Ajit Ravi, Pegasus Global Founder & Chairman, gracing the occasion.

Known for its unique vision in the world of beauty contests, Pegasus Global Pvt Ltd continues to break stereotypes by focusing on talent, intelligence, and individuality.

The judging panel — Harmeet Singh, Magen Fernandes, Ambika S Nair, and Dr. Thomas Nechupadam — faced the challenge of selecting Raisa from among an inspiring group of international contestants who gathered to represent the strength and elegance of married women worldwide.

Pic Courtesy: pegasus photography/ images are subject to copyright

featured News

NATO Warns Russia After Airspace Violations Over Estonia and Poland

By 214 0

NATO issued a stern warning to Russia on Tuesday, vowing to use “all necessary military and non-military tools” to defend its allies after Russian jets violated Estonian airspace. Estonia reported that three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets crossed into its territory for 12 minutes before being escorted out by NATO Italian fighter jets. The incident, seen as a deliberate test of NATO’s resolve, prompted Estonia to invoke Article 4 of NATO’s founding treaty, leading to a meeting of the North Atlantic Council.

The airspace breach over Estonia followed another serious violation the previous week, when around 20 Russian drones entered Polish airspace. NATO jets intercepted some of the drones, and the alliance subsequently strengthened defenses along Europe’s eastern flank. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the Russian aircraft had not been shot down as they posed no immediate threat, but stressed that commanders had the authority to take “the ultimate decision” if future intrusions were deemed dangerous.

In a statement, NATO accused Russia of “escalatory” actions that risk miscalculation and endanger lives, while reaffirming its support for Ukraine’s right to self-defense against Moscow’s war. This marks only the ninth invocation of Article 4 in NATO’s 76-year history, and the second time this month following the incidents over Poland and Estonia. Russia, however, rejected the allegations, dismissing them as attempts by Tallinn and Warsaw to fuel tensions with the West.

Pic Courtesy: google/ images are subject to copyright