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A Ukrainian entrepreneur with pro-Russian views has become the latest target in a series of assaults.

On Thursday evening, Oleg Tsaryov, a Ukrainian businessman with pro-Russian views, was shot twice and suffered serious injuries in Crimea, which is now under Russian control. His family and Russian authorities confirmed the incident on Friday. The leading investigative agency…

The European Union is urging for breaks in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, but there are doubts about the bloc’s ability to make an impact.

LONDON —  The President of France, Emmanuel Macron, stated that he will assist in creating a “humanitarian coalition” to provide aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza. This decision was made after a two-day meeting of European Union leaders in Brussels,…

The European Union urges for “breaks” in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, while also discussing providing $53 billion in aid to Ukraine.

During a summit in Brussels, the European Union urged for “pauses” in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in order to provide aid to the Gaza strip. Additionally, discussions were held regarding providing Ukraine with further assistance as they…

A series of earthquakes is occurring in Iceland, described as a “seismic swarm.”

Iceland’s meteorological office announced on Friday that the Reykjanes Peninsula in the southwestern part of the country has been encountering a series of minor earthquakes, also known as a “seismic swarm,” for the past three days. So far, there have…

Ukraine aims to sustain backing during Israel-Hamas conflict.

Many people from Ukraine see similarities between Hamas’ attack on Israeli civilians on October 7 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last year. Ukraine’s Jewish community leaders and politicians are concerned that the ongoing war between Israel and Gaza will divert…

A White House Official reports that Russia has executed soldiers for refusing to follow orders in Ukraine.

According to the White House, the Russian armed forces are reportedly carrying out disciplinary actions against soldiers who fail to comply with orders regarding the conflict in Ukraine. This is seen as a potential indication of low morale among Russian…

There is increasing concern for a Ukrainian journalist who has been missing for nearly three months.

It has been nearly three months since Victoria Roshchyna’s relatives and colleagues have received any communication from the acclaimed journalist from Ukraine. Roshchyna, a brave journalist who is recognized for her coverage of the invasion of Ukraine by Moscow, disappeared…

Russia continues to exert pressure on Avdiivka while Kyiv seeks support from the EU Summit.

Ongoing and sporadic clashes persist in the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka and the surrounding regions of Donetsk. Meanwhile, Kyiv is keeping a close eye on a European Union summit in Brussels, where the 27-nation bloc is anticipated to reaffirm…

Entrepreneurs in a City on the Front Lines of Ukraine Adjust to Constant Threat of Missile Attacks

KRAMATORSK, Ukraine —  In a city filled with damaged buildings, a ruined pizzeria serves as a poignant reminder of the sudden loss of lives and livelihoods. In June, a Russian ballistic missile hit a well-liked restaurant in eastern Ukraine, resulting…

Despite facing economic and emotional challenges, Ukrainians remain optimistic about the future.

According to a recent Gallup poll, Ukrainians maintain a positive outlook for their future despite concerns about their emotional and financial state. The Ukrainian people have been deeply affected by the war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February…