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...

China's deputy UN ambassador calls for Russia to end Ukraine war One ear into the Ukraine crisis. The conflict is still grinding on and growing in scale, wreaking havoc to countless lives. Its bill over effect is intensifying. We are deeply worried about this. China's position on the Ukraine crisis issue is consistent and clear. The sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be respected. The purposes and principles of the UN Charter should be observed. The legitimate security concerns of all countries should be taken seriously. All efforts conducive to peaceful resolution of the crisis should be supported. Under the current situation, I wish to share the following four points. First, the top priority is to facilitate ceasefire and succession of hostilities without delay. Conflicts and wars have no winners. The longer the brutality, the greater the human s...