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: 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. ...