Summary: North Korea 's attempt to launch a military spy satellite ended in failure for the second time, as the rocket experienced problems during its third stage. The country's previous attempt in May also resulted in failure , with the rocket plunging into the sea. North Korea plans to retry launching the satellite in October, aiming to deploy its first military intelligence satellite. The failure comes shortly after talks between the U.S., South Korea, and Japan about joint military exercises to address North Korea 's threats. The ro...

Summary: Ukrainian President Zelensky delivers a powerful speech on Independence Day, emphasizing unity and resilience . Zelensky calls for those in occupied territories to return home and highlights Ukrainian strength. President Zelensky reassures the nation of Ukraine's ability to overcome challenges and defend its freedom . The international comm unity , including Norway , stands in solidarity with Ukraine's pursuit of peace . ...

Summary: A drone attack in the Sumi district near Kiev, carried out by Russia n forces, resulted in four deaths and multiple injuries, targeting a school. Ukrainian counterattacks have targeted Moscow , causing a significant explosion, while Russia claims attacks on its territory as well. Ukraine successfully destroyed a key Russia n missile system in Crimea , signaling a strategic victory. President Zelensky 's offensive strategy involves attacks on Russia n soil, increasing pressure on President Putin . Leadership changes in the Russia n Air For...

Summary: UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak suggests intelligence indicates Yevgeny Prigozhin 's likely presence on the plane. Collaborative efforts with allied intelligence agencies are underway to uncover further details. Prigozhin , a Russia n businessman tied to the Kremlin , has faced allegations of covert operations. Sunak calls for an end to Putin's illegal invasion of Ukraine and expresses solidarity with Ukraine 's stance. ...

Summary: Missile strikes in Chernihiv during an Orthodox holiday resulted in casualties and chaos. Ukraine 's president condemned the act and called for international support. The conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues, with implications for both nations. Drone attacks on Moscow challenge Putin 's perceived invincibility. The ongoing war in Ukraine presents challenges for both Ukrainian and Russia n forces. ...

Summary: The Killers faced criticism for inviting a Russian fan on stage during their concert in Georgia, given the historical tensions between the two countries. Georgia has a history of anti-Russian sentiment due to past conflicts and the ongoing occupation of its territory by Russian military forces. The influx of Russian refugees into Georgia has both economic benefits and social resentments, as many are avoiding conscription rather than protesting against Russian actions. Georgia's government is accused of moving closer to Moscow despite claims of a Western orientation, raising concerns about its alignment with Russia and ...

Summary: The Russian Black Sea Fleet fires warning shots at a civilian vessel in the Black Sea, escalating the conflict. Reasons behind Russia's move to target grain include weakening Ukraine's revenue generation and potentially increasing global grain prices . The impact of reduced grain supplies could be severe in starving areas of the world. President Putin 's motives are unclear, but the move might be aimed at altering the course of the war in Russia's favor. ...

Summary: Five individuals, including a couple, have been arrested in the UK on suspicion of espionage. The couple is accused of possessing false passports and ID cards from various European countries. Former MI6 officer praises the police operation, highlighting its potential deterrence effect. Russia's history of espionage activities in the UK raises concerns about state-sponsored threats. Previous cases of Russian involvement include the Salisbury poisoning and the Litvinenko assassination. ...

Summary: President Zelenskyy could apply pressure on Russia through a joint attack on strategic targets, aiming to demonstrate strength and resolve. Drawing from historical precedent, the Doolittle Raid in World War II showcased the psychological impact of a daring operation, potentially offering insights for Zelenskyy's approach. Maintaining consistent pressure on Moscow is crucial for deterring further aggression and opening possibilities for negotiations and a peaceful resolution. ...

Summary: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visits troops near the frontline as part of the summer offensive . Russian trenches near the city of Bakhmut targeted in the offensive. The enemy fiercely defends every centimeter of territory. President Zelenskyy awards gallantry medals to special forces engaged in the war. Russia intensifies missile strikes , hitting civilian areas as well. Accusations of war crimes do not deter Putin from hosting African leaders . African countries offered weapons and military training by Russia. Coup in Niger presents opportunities for Russia to extend influence. Vardner mercenary leader seeks f...

Summary: North Korea 's leader Kim Jong-un showed Russia 's defence minister the country's banned ballistic missiles at a defence exhibition. Russia n and Chinese delegation s visit North Korea to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War , known as Victory Day in North Korea . The display of nuclear-capable missiles banned under UN resolutions served as a backdrop for a show of solidarity by North Korea , Russia , and China against the US . The visit marks the first time a Russia n defence minister has visited North Korea since the fall of the Soviet Union . This visit represents North Korea ...

Summary: Russian air strikes target grain facilities in Ukraine's port cities, disrupting the grain trade. Ukraine's significant role as a grain supplier to African nations makes the attacks impactful on vulnerable communities. The motives behind Russia's aggressive actions remain unclear, but it could be an attempt to force the international community's hand in resolving the conflict. Russian air strikes have intensified as they target key grain supplies in Ukr...

Summary: Russia may be desperate enough to confront NATO forces on the Black Sea. The withdrawal of the grain deal raises food security concerns for Ukraine and the world. A humanitarian corridor is suggested to safeguard food exports from Ukraine. The changing nature of warfare includes the use of drones and microprocessing technologies. The democratization of violence poses challenges for both states and sub-state actors. Russia's strategy on the Black Sea has come unde...

Russia Continues Fourth Day of Attacks on Ukrainian Food Export Facilities amid Escalating Tensions Summary: Russia launches consecutive attacks on Ukrainian food export facilities for four days. Tensions escalate with Ukraine's defiance of Russia's naval blockade on grain export ports. Western leaders view the attacks as an attempt by Russia to evade sanctions and cause a global food crisis. Russia claims the attacks are in retaliation for a Ukrainian strike on a Russian-built bridge to Crimea. Concerns rise over the safety of civilian shipping in the Black Sea region. Escalations continue as Poland reinforces its border amid Russia...

Ukrainian President Zelensky Dismisses UK Ambassador Amid 'Gratitude' Controversy Summary: Ukrainian President Zelensky dismisses Vadim Prostyko, the country's UK ambassador, without providing an official reason. Prostyko criticized Zelensky's response to a dispute over gratitude for British military aid during the NATO summit in Lithuania. UK Defence Minister Ben Wallace's remarks about Ukraine needing to show more gratitude for weapons received were misinterpreted. ...

Is Putin’s key ally ill? Is Putin's key ally in the Ukraine war seriously ill? Beloatian President Alexander Lukashenko missed an annual ceremony where young people swear allegiance to the flag and instead his prime minister shared a message from him. In fact, he's not been seen in public since the 9th of May, Victory Day in Russia, where he skipped a state lunch with Putin. Reports pointed out how tired he looked, and this bandage on his right hand. Allies from former Soviet countries walked to lay flowers, but it seemed that Lukashenko needed a lift. This has sparked speculation about what's happened to him. Some say he's in hospital just outside the capital, Minsk. But state media has responded with a photo of him at a military base. Lukashenko's ruled Belarus since 1994, and in the West, he's often dubbed Europe's last dictator. With Putin's backi...

Fleeing Russian soldiers on the rise as Ukraine troops advance in Bakhmut Now, the chief of Russia's Wagner mercenary group has said that President Zelensky was being deceptive after suggestions that Ukrainian forces had recaptured the city of Bakhmut. Yeah, he said that the situation on the flanks is shaping up according to the worst predicted scenario for Russia that is, so that signals more misery it would seem for Putin's troops. Well joining us this morning to help unravel these new developments is political reporter Stefan Boscher. Good morning to you Stefan, really good to have you with us and it does need unraveling this because we've had conflicting reports in the past few days about this spring offensive and movements being made by Ukraine in Bakhmut. That's right, some of the most movement was seen on a very stagnant Eastern front for a very long time now ov...

Russian Defense Ministry acknowledges retreat north of Bakhmut A Ukrainian tank rumbled toward back-mood on Friday as Kiev claimed its forces had advanced more than a mile around the shattered ruins of the eastern city. Russian forces have fought for months to seize back-mood without success. The Russian Defense Ministry on Friday said that Ukraine had deployed more than 1,000 troops in up to 40 tanks in more than two dozen attempted attacks in the direction of the town of Solodar. The military admitted it was regrouping its forces, suggesting its fighters had fallen back. The leader of a Russian mercenary force gave a different assessment. Evgeny Progoshin, founder of the Wagner paramilitary group, said the Defense Ministry was lying and Russian forces had been routed and forced to flee. Reuters has been unable to verify reports of battlefield movement. Ukraine this week released w...

Bakhmut won't fall into Russian hands 'any time soon' So I would say in central back, 10 days ago with the times team and spoke to a lot of the soldiers fighting there and the commanders fighting there and was able to move into some areas of the center of the city. I don't think it's going to fall anytime soon. And here's why. The Russians have managed to dominate the battlefield around the city. It's a small city or large town, depending on how you look at it. In the last 48 hours, they have the Russians have captured the entire east side of the city. The city is divided north to south by a thin river. But they've been fighting in that eastern side really since the beginning of December. So it's not like they've just swept in yesterday and grabbed it. They've just got the last few streets that they didn't already hold. They have got t...