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Amy B. Zegart
- Russia hits Ukraine with large-scale attack days after Operation Spiderweb
- Ukraine strikes Russian air bases in ‘preemptive strike’ ahead of drone, missile attack, General Staff says
- Ukrainian drone attack …
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PUTIN, ZELENYSKYY and TRUMP meet in Turkey: Is there a CHANCE for real PEACE?
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Russia's ‘retaliatory’ attack on Ukraine falls short: only 7 bombers involved
On June 6, Russia deployed missiles and drones in what the Russian Defense Ministry described as "retribution" for the Ukrainian Security Service's special operation targeting Russia's strategic aviation fleet codenamed "Spider's Web."
Russia managed …
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A hellish night for Ukraine! Consequences of the massive Russian attack #shorts
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Russian troops face encirclement as Ukrainian Forces advance in Tetkino, Kursk region
Ukrainian forces are reportedly making significant advances with the Russian forces facing the risk of operational near the village of Tetkino, in the Kursk region, reports the Russian war channel "Northern Channel," which is associated with the …
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Trump reluctant to confront China over support for Russia's war against Ukraine, Bloomberg reports

U.S. President Donald Trump is pulling back from pressuring China over its support for Russia’s war effort, instead prioritizing other aspects of the U.S.-China relationship, U.S. and European officials familiar with internal discussions told …
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Russia is trying to split the world! Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on the aggressor
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Massive strike on Ukraine: Russia attacks rescuers and civilians | NEWS PULSE
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Ukraine war latest: Russia hits Ukraine with large-scale attack days after Operation Spiderweb; Ukraine targets Russian air bases in 'preemptive strike'

Key developments on June 6:
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Trump quietly pressuring Senate to weaken Russia sanctions, WSJ reports

The White House is urging Republican Senator Lindsey Graham to soften his sanctions bill against Russia, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on June 6, citing congressional staffers.
The bipartisan sanctions bill, introduced on April 1 by Graham …
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Egyptian POW didn't need money, but went to fight for Russia

Egyptian-born Russian fighter, callsign “Cobra,” signed a contract with the Russian army in 2024, abandoning his young wife, university studies and comfortable lifestyle. Now in Ukrainian prison, he’s rethinking his choices. …
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VEST, VODKA AND BANDANA - the whole truth about Russian special forces| Weapons with @StarskyUA
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Russia's National Guard kills man attempting drone attack on military site, agency claims

Russia’s National Guard (Rosgvardia) killed a man who was attempting to carry out a drone attack on a military facility in Ryazan Oblast, the agency alleged on June 6.
The Kyiv Independent could not verify the claim.
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‘Find and destroy’ – how Ukraine’s own Peaky Blinders mastered the art of bomber drones

Editor’s note: In accordance with the security protocols of the Ukrainian military, soldiers featured in this story are identified by first names and callsigns only.
DONETSK OBLAST – From the moment the vehicles duck into pre-prepared positions in the …
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European Court of Justice advisers endorse continued sanctions on Russian oligarchs
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) in Luxembourg could issue a ruling against lifting the freeze on assets belonging to five Russian oligarchs and maintain a visa ban, marking a critical standpoint that reverberates beyond just these cases. This …
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Russia is fighting against life! Zelenskyy on the massive strike on Ukraine #shorts
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Fourth Polish-based volunteer group enlists in Ukrainian military
A new wave of volunteers has stepped forward to join the Ukrainian Legion. On Friday, June 6, several dozen Ukrainian citizens residing abroad signed contracts with the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Lublin, Poland. This group is noted to have more …
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Russia cuts key interest rate for first time since 2022

Russia’s central bank on June 6 lowered its soaring interest rate from 21% to 20%, indicating easing pressures from inflation.
The decision marks Russia’s first rate cut since September 2022.
The central bank decreased rates by 100 basis …
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Fact Check: Photo Of John McCain And Lindsay Graham With Osama Bin Laden is NOT Authentic -- Old Fake
Is a photo of Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham standing with Osama Bin Laden real? No, that's not true: The image was digitally altered from a real photo of McCain and Graham standing with Afghanistan's president Hamid Karzai in July 2013. The …
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Ukrainian drone strike destroys Russian Mi-8 helicopter and damages infrastructure in attack on Bryansk airfield
The news outlet ASTRA reported, citing sources from Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations, that a Mi-8 helicopter was destroyed and significant damage was caused to a Mi-35 in a Ukrainian attack on an airfield in Bryansk. Sources from Ukrainian …
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Russia strikes Ukraine in 'retaliation' for drone attack on strategic bombers
Russia launched an overnight strike against Ukraine as "retribution" for a recent large-scale drone attack on its airbases housing strategic bombers. According to Russia's Ministry of Defense, all intended targets have reportedly been hit. Details of …
JOURNALISM IN THE EPICENTER OF WAR: A STORY OF A TEAM FROM THE FRONTLINE
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Trump offers Germany US gas deals, but no promises on Ukraine aid or Russia sanctions

U.S. President Donald Trump offered to increase supplies of American energy exports to Berlin but did not pledge additional military support to Ukraine or sanctions on Russia in a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on June 5.
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Ukrainian Forces strike Russian airfields in overnight drone attacks
Ukrainian military forces successfully targeted Russian airfields harboring aircraft and various military installations, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The strikes were initiated on June 6th, hitting the Engels …