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Russia has expelled eight British diplomats due to allegations of spying activities. The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) claims to have evidence that the British Foreign Office in London is coordinating efforts to escalate political and military tensions. According to the FSB, the objective is to ensure Russia's strategic defeat in its conflict against Ukraine. The Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, accused the British embassy of intentionally harming the Russian people, as reported by Tass news agency. These expulsions might be related to ongoing discussions regarding the potential supply of long-range weapons to Ukraine by Britain and the US.
08:16 Defense Strategies: Putin's Response to Western Weapon Release
Ukrainian President Zelensky has advocated for the release of long-range missiles to target Russian military positions for quite some time. Currently, the US and UK are deliberating over this proposal together. Unsurprisingly, the Kremlin responded swiftly. Russian President Putin issued a warning to the West.
08:00 Sharing Expertise: Russia Offers Insights on Western Weapons
Russia is offering to share its insights on Western weapons being utilized in the Ukraine conflict, as stated by Russian Vice Defense Minister Alexander Fomin at a security conference in China, according to RIA, the Russian news agency. Russia purports to have substantial knowledge on effectively countering various Western weapons systems, an expertise they are willing to share with their partners. The ongoing conflicts have led to advancements in modern warfare techniques, with Russian weapons proving capable of neutralizing Western weapons.
06:45 Domestic Spy Operations: Ukraine Arrests Arsonists Working for Russia
Five individuals have been apprehended by Ukrainian domestic intelligence services on suspicions of carrying out arson attacks in Kyiv on behalf of a Russian spy agency. The accused are alleged to have set fire to five military vehicles and distributed propaganda materials aimed at discrediting the military. These men, originating from various Ukrainian regions, sought financial gain by exploiting job opportunities in the capital. They were recruited by Russian agents via Telegram and subsequently provided video evidence of their activities in exchange for promised compensation that never materialized.
05:12 Family Mourning: Ukrainian Rabbi Loses Adopted Son in War
Ukrainian Chief Rabbi Moshe Asman is grieving the loss of his adoptive son, Anton Samborskij, who perished during the Russian invasion. A memorial service was held in Kyiv on Thursday, attended by soldiers, veterans, and others to honor the 32-year-old, who was reported missing since late July, only later to be confirmed deceased. Samborskij became a father to a daughter in May, as Asman shared on social media. Asman had adopted Samborskij as a ten-year-old orphan. Their last contact was on July 17.
04:47 Japan's Encounter with Russian Fighter Jets
Japan's military had to scramble fighter jets in response to two Russian aircraft that approached the Japanese island nation. Both aircraft avoided entering Japanese airspace, but remained in the southern region of Okinawa for several hours. Upon concluding their journey, the Russian jets crossed the Kuriles, a disputed area between Japan and Russia, as stated by the defense ministry.
03:32 Moscow Accuses US of Containing Russia and China
Russian Deputy Defense Minister Alexander Fomin voiced his concerns during a security conference in China about the US pursuing a containment policy against both Russia and China. He claimed that the West is preparing for potential wars in Asia by forming new security alliances in the region. Moscow and China, on the other hand, support the establishment of a fair and balanced multi-polar world order based on equality and mutual respect.
00:58 Maritime Incident: Civilian Ship Hit by Missile in the Black Sea
The Ukrainian Navy reported a suspected Russian air strike against a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea. The boat, registered under the flag of St. Kitts and Nevis, was transporting wheat from the port of Chornomorsk to Egypt when it was hit by an anti-ship missile, allegedly fired by a Tu-22 bomber. Although the ship was located outside of Ukrainian territorial waters, a report from BBC stated that it was within Romania's exclusive economic zone at the time of the incident.
00:00 Tragic Incident at the Demarcation Line: Moldovan Soldier Killed
A Moldovan soldier tragically lost his life while on duty at the demarcation line with Transnistria, under unclear circumstances. The Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Moldova reported that the soldier was fatally wounded by a bullet that originated from his own weapon. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation of the event in an effort to uncover the details surrounding the soldier's demise. Soldiers from both Moldova and Transnistria, along with Russian troops, have been maintaining a presence at the separation line since the 1992 conflict following the disintegration of the Soviet Union.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rebuffs Russian President Putin's assertion that the West's provision of long-range weapons for strikes on Russian soil deep within the nation's territory equates to NATO involvement in the conflict. Starmer upholds Ukraine's right to self-defense. The UK firmly supports this right and offers instructional opportunities in that context. However, Starmer clarifies that the UK does not aim for conflict with Russia; this is not their objective whatsoever. More info here.
01:09 Previous US Ambassador to Kyiv: Harris Would Intensify Support for Ukraine
Former US Ambassador to Ukraine, William B. Taylor, posits that Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris would bolster Ukraine's support "more aggressively" if elected, surpassing Biden's stance. Harris has demonstrated this in specific areas, according to Taylor, at a gathering at the American University in Kyiv. Biden has been more slow in decisions related to HIMARS, Abrams, and F-16 fighter jets, and is currently cautious regarding allowing Ukraine to launch assaults deep into Russia. Taylor presumes a "more aggressive" strategy from Harris, in part due to the anticipated introduction of a fresh foreign policy team at the White House.
00:27 Zelensky Appreciates Estonia's Military Aid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky greets Estonian President Alar Karis in Kyiv, praising him for military aid. Estonia has pledged to allocate 0.25% of its annual GDP to support Ukraine's defensive needs. Their dialogue also centered on the country's reconstruction and its EU aspirations. Additionally, Latvian Prime Minister, Evika Silina, promised further aid during her meeting with Zelensky.
23:19 BND Not Mandated to Share Assessment on Ukraine with Journalist
The Federal Intelligence Service (BND) is not required to inform a journalist whether it labeled a Ukrainian military triumph as challenging or impossible in private discussions. The identities of the press outlets participating in these backroom discussions do not need to be disclosed, as per a ruling by the Federal Administrative Court in Leipzig. The journalist's request for an interim injunction was primarily denied. However, the BND must disclose the number of clandestine individual background discussions regarding the military situation in Ukraine this year. The journalist, a reporter for a daily newspaper, submitted the urgent appeal following an article from May. The article noted that a CDU politician reportedly disseminated negative BND assessments of the military situation in Ukraine to influence the public's opinion.
22:06 Coalition Politicians Advocate for Use of Long-Range Weapons Against Russia
Politicians from the traffic light coalition endorse allowing Kyiv to employ long-range weapons against Russian targets. It is appropriate and consistent with international law to finally attack military targets in Russia with long-range Western rockets, claims SPD foreign policy expert Michael Roth to T-Online. Roth suggests military airfields, command centers, or launch bases as potential Russian targets for long-range weapons. These sites permit the "cruel assaults on Ukrainian civilian targets," which can be most effectively dismantled there. The chairman of the defense committee, Marcus Faber of the FDP, advocates for the authorization to "attack Russian military airports with long-range weapons like ATACMS and Storm Shadow, a measure that is long overdue." Green politician Anton Hofreiter highlights that "Russia terrifies the Ukrainian civilian population daily with rocket attacks on hospitals, residential buildings, and the energy supply." To effectively safeguard the Ukrainian civilian population, Ukraine must be permitted to strike military sites on Russian territory with long-range weapons.
21:35 Vance Deliberates on Trump's Ukraine Plans
According to Republican vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance, Donald Trump's strategy to conclude the Russian war might involve establishing a special demilitarized zone between Ukraine and Russia. In an interview with television producer Shawn Ryan, Vance explains that Trump could bring Russians, Ukrainians, and Europeans to the negotiation table to "explore the prospects of a peaceful solution." "I think he could achieve a resolution very swiftly," Vance states. Trump has exhibited unwavering sympathy for Russian President Vladimir Putin and his continuous criticism of US aid to Ukraine. The former president also stated that he could bring an end to the war in 24 hours if re-elected, though he doesn't offer specifics.
21:03 "We are Russians. God is with us" - Fascist Procession in St. PetersburgThey cannot argue otherwise, but neither can they disprove it: "We are Russians. God is with us," chant numerous Russian nationalists and ultra-rightists marching through St. Petersburg. And again and again, they cry: "Forward, Russians!" Their march coincides with the commemoration of the relocation of relics of Alexander Nevsky, celebrated as a national hero and orthodox saint.
20:28 Russian Propagandist: "The ideal barrier should be the Atlantic"Sensational Russian television host Vladimir Solovyov believes Russia should not stop at the subjugation of Ukraine. "I believe the ideal barrier should be the Atlantic. A natural barrier," he says. "The perfect location for our troops - Berlin, Lisbon, Madrid. And how beautiful they looked in Paris." When reminded that there aren't many Russians, he responds: "The Belarusian brothers are with us." Other alternatives include appealing to China.
20:01 British Volunteers Prepare for WinterIn numerous Ukrainian houses that have thus far withstood the shelling, windows are absent - a disastrous predicament on the cusp of winter. The British NGO "Insulate Ukraine" addresses this predicament: they travel to conflict zones to install temporary windows.
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In response to the allegations, The President of the Council at the British Foreign Office has rejected any involvement in coordinating efforts to escalate tensions against Russia. The expulsion of British diplomats by Russia could negatively impact ongoing discussions regarding potential long-range weapon supply to Ukraine by Britain and the US.
