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    Ukraine war latest live: Russia's largest oil terminal in occupied Crimea on fire for second time in a week

    Ukraine war latest live: Russia's largest oil terminal in occupied Crimea on fire for second time in a week

    The latest news about Russia's war against Ukraine.

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    NATO starts annual nuclear drills amid heightened tensions with Moscow

    NATO starts annual nuclear drills amid heightened tensions with Moscow

    The alliance said that the "routine" drills are "not linked to any current world events" and are designed to "maintain readiness and ensure transparency" regarding NATO's nuclear posture.

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    Russia likely helping North Korea with submarine development, Seoul says

    Russia likely helping North Korea with submarine development, Seoul says

    South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said Pyongyang has received "various technologies," but it remains unclear whether it was able to test launch a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM).

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    EU diplomacy chief arrives in Kyiv to discuss aid, Ukraine's energy sector

    EU diplomacy chief arrives in Kyiv to discuss aid, Ukraine's energy sector

    Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, arrived in Kyiv on Oct. 13 for discussions with the Ukrainian officials on financial and military support.

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    Video Creator for The Kyiv Independent

    Video Creator for The Kyiv Independent

    The Kyiv Independent, Ukraine’s main English-language publication, is looking for a Video Creator.

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    'At least 5 tanks hit' — Ukrainian drones spark massive blaze at Russia's largest oil depot in occupied Crimea, source confirms

    'At least 5 tanks hit' — Ukrainian drones spark massive blaze at Russia's largest oil depot in occupied Crimea, source confirms

    The strike reportedly occurred around midnight, marking the second attack on the facility in a week — the previous one took place on Oct. 6, according to the Crimean Wind Telegram channel.

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    Hamas releases 7 Israeli hostages as Trump declares Gaza war 'over'

    Hamas releases 7 Israeli hostages as Trump declares Gaza war 'over'

    Hamas handed over the hostages to the Red Cross, and the Israeli forces are now escorting the group to Israel.

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    Lukashenko warns Ukraine could 'cease to exist', blames Zelensky for stalled negotiations

    Lukashenko warns Ukraine could 'cease to exist', blames Zelensky for stalled negotiations

    Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said in an interview on Oct. 12 that he thinks Ukraine could "cease to exist as a state" unless President Volodymyr Zelensky urgently begins peace talks.

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    Trump says he will urge Putin to end the war or face the US sending Tomahawks to Ukraine

    Trump says he will urge Putin to end the war or face the US sending Tomahawks to Ukraine

    U.S. President Donald Trump said on Oct. 12 that he is prepared to send long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine but said he plans to first discuss the matter with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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    Trump calls on Congress to investigate 2019 “hoax” impeachment over Ukraine

    Trump calls on Congress to investigate 2019 “hoax” impeachment over Ukraine

    U.S. President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social on Oct. 12 calling for the reinstatement of the investigation into the 2019 impeachment proceedings against him.

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    Putin eases fuel subsidy rules as Ukrainian strikes hit Russian refineries

    Putin eases fuel subsidy rules as Ukrainian strikes hit Russian refineries

    The changes, published on Oct. 12, allow refineries to keep receiving government payments even if wholesale prices for gasoline and diesel exceed the thresholds set under existing rules.

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    America Intensifies Pressure on the Kremlin: Is Peace Possible?#shorts

    America Intensifies Pressure on the Kremlin: Is Peace Possible?#shorts

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    Creation of Another Artillery Brigade Confirmed

    The Armed Forces of Ukraine are forming a new artillery brigade in the Ground Forces. This was revealed by fundraisers on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, the…

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    "The AFU are the only real fighting force left in Europe" – Peter Dickinson | Wrap-Up Analytics

    "The AFU are the only real fighting force left in Europe" – Peter Dickinson | Wrap-Up Analytics

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    We need two things to put pressure on Putin: air defense and long-range weapons, says Zelenskyy

    We need two things to put pressure on Putin: air defense and long-range weapons, says Zelenskyy

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    Zelensky says Trump could 'pressure Putin to stop war' following Gaza ceasefire agreement

    Zelensky says Trump could 'pressure Putin to stop war' following Gaza ceasefire agreement

    President Volodymyr Zelensky told Fox News he sees hope that U.S. President Donald Trump can use the same pressure tactics he applied in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to push Russia toward peace in Ukraine.

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    'Very dramatic moment' — Moscow concerned over possible Tomahawk missiles supplies to Ukraine

    'Very dramatic moment' — Moscow concerned over possible Tomahawk missiles supplies to Ukraine

    "The topic of Tomahawks is of extreme concern," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Oct. 12. "Just imagine: a long-range missile is launched and is flying and we know that it could be nuclear."

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    Counteroffensive by the Armed Forces of Ukraine! Russian troops retreating on several fronts

    Counteroffensive by the Armed Forces of Ukraine! Russian troops retreating on several fronts

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    Ukraine war latest: Russia launched over 3,100 drones and almost 1,360 guided aerial bombs in a week; Ukraine liberated village in Zaporizhzhia Oblast

    Ukraine war latest: Russia launched over 3,100 drones and almost 1,360 guided aerial bombs in a week; Ukraine liberated village in Zaporizhzhia Oblast

    Key developments on Oct. 11-12:

    • Russia launched over 3,100 drones, 92 missiles, nearly 1,360 aerial bombs against Ukraine in a week, Zelensky says
    • Ukraine liberates village in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, military claims
    • Russia cuts Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant …
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    DONBAS IN RUINS: MINES ARE CLOSED, NO SALARIES! #shorts

    DONBAS IN RUINS: MINES ARE CLOSED, NO SALARIES! #shorts

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    Decline and disaster: How the Russian occupation destroyed the future of Donbas | Special Report

    Decline and disaster: How the Russian occupation destroyed the future of Donbas | Special Report

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    We see and hear that Russia is afraid that the Americans might give us Tomahawks, – Zelenskyy

    We see and hear that Russia is afraid that the Americans might give us Tomahawks, – Zelenskyy

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    Russia has pounded Ukraine's rail infrastructure 300 times since August, official says

    Russia has pounded Ukraine's rail infrastructure 300 times since August, official says

    Russia has intensified attacks on Ukraine's railway infrastructure as autumn sets in, resulting in increasing train delays and cancellations.

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    ⚡ Russia attacks Ukraine's energy infrastructure #shorts

    ⚡ Russia attacks Ukraine's energy infrastructure #shorts

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    Russia cuts Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant from Ukrainian grid to test Russian link as blackout nears 3 weeks, Kyiv says

    Russia cuts Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant from Ukrainian grid to test Russian link as blackout nears 3 weeks, Kyiv says

    "Not only is this an attempted theft of a peaceful Ukrainian nuclear facility. Unauthorized actions of Russia's (state nuclear energy corporation) Rosatom violate internationally recognized nuclear safety protocols, contradict Ukrainian license, and …