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Trump envoys arrive in Moscow ahead of Ukraine talks
Two top US envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, have arrived in Moscow for talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, before travelling to Kyiv.
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The Download: selling battlefield drone data and AI reshaping language
Ukraine is monetizing battlefield drone data, creating a new market for defense contractors, while AI's impact on language and society raises ethical and regulatory concerns.
theguardian.com
Romanian prosecutors indict Andrew Tate for trafficking minors, money laundering – Europe live
Romanian prosecutors have indicted Andrew Tate and his brother for trafficking minors, money laundering, and sexual offences.
technologyreview.com
Data from drones in Ukraine is fueling a new Wild West marketplace
Battlefield data from drones in Ukraine is being commercialized, creating a new marketplace for AI model training that extends beyond military applications to civilian sectors.
decrypt.co
Ukraine Busts Kyiv Crypto Drainer Ring Moving Up to $1M Monthly
Ukrainian authorities have dismantled a crypto drainer ring operating from Kyiv, which used fake investment platforms to steal up to $1 million monthly from victims in over 20 countries.
Macron to hold first talks with UK’s Burnham after viewing Bayeux Tapestry in London
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Macron to hold first talks with UK’s Burnham after viewing Bayeux Tapestry in London
French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham held their first talks after a symbolic meeting at the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition, focusing on Channel migrant crossings and support for Ukraine.
Kyiv school year begins under the shadow of air raid sirens
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Kyiv school year begins under the shadow of air raid sirens
Children in Kyiv began their new school year with a ceremony that was interrupted by an air raid alert, just hours after Russian missile strikes hit the capital.
theguardian.com
Germany’s move to blame Russia for Leipzig drone incident ‘a grave mistake,’ says Putin– Europe live
Germany has formally blamed Russia for a drone attack at Leipzig airport, prompting Russian President Vladimir Putin to call it a "grave mistake." EU foreign ministers are meeting to discuss a unified response and further support for Ukraine.
bbc.co.uk
Zelensky says airlines should avoid Russian airspace as Ukraine escalates drone operations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned airlines that Russian airspace is becoming "completely dangerous" due to escalating drone strikes, urging them to avoid it.
‘The sky is for drones’: Zelensky warns Russian skies unsafe for airlines
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‘The sky is for drones’: Zelensky warns Russian skies unsafe for airlines
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a stark warning to airlines and insurance companies, declaring Russian airspace "completely dangerous" due to the presence of Ukrainian drones and effectively closed for commercial use.
Ukrainian Drone Barrage Sets Key Russian Oil Port Ablaze
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Ukrainian Drone Barrage Sets Key Russian Oil Port Ablaze
A Ukrainian drone attack has reportedly set a key Russian oil port ablaze, escalating tensions and raising concerns about global energy supply disruptions.
bbc.co.uk
Russian strike hits rail workers in new deadly attacks on Kyiv
Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and its wider region killed at least 12 people and injured 17, including two children, with railway workers among the casualties.
theguardian.com
At least 12 people killed in Russian overnight attacks on Ukraine – Europe live
Overnight Russian attacks killed at least 12 people in Ukraine, injuring dozens and leaving thousands without power in Odesa. A border crossing with Romania was also damaged.
aljazeera.com
Poland Opens Terror Probe into Fire at Drone Factory
Poland has launched a terror probe into a fire at a factory supplying parts for drones used by Ukraine. The factory, located in Skarzysko-Kamienna, was reported to have caught fire shortly after midnight and was assisted by the Internal Security Agency in the investigation.
theguardian.com
Germany poised to identify suspect in Leipzig drone attack on Ukrainian plane
German government to announce suspect in drone attack on Ukrainian plane at Leipzig airport, expected to include response with EU and NATO partners.
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CIA director Ratcliffe proposes Trump-Putin-Zelensky trilateral meeting
CIA director Ratcliffe proposes Trump-Putin-Zelensky meeting. Ucrainian intelligence chief killed in Russian airstrike.
aljazeera.com
Turkiye summons Ukraine ambassador over Black Sea attacks
Turkiye summoned Ukraine's ambassador over two attacks on Turkish-operated vessels in the Black Sea. The ambassador was warned about the need to ensure safety in the region.
bbc.co.uk
Deadly strike on Kyiv warehouse prompts evacuations
Nearly 400 people have been evacuated after a Russian strike killed at least 37 people near Kyiv. Videos show a huge explosion and smoke.
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Ukraine Launches Investigation After Russian Strike on Depot Near Kyiv Kills at Least 37
Ukraine launches investigation after Russian drone strike on warehouse near Kyiv kills at least 37 people, including the head of a community working to rescue people. Authorities say the warehouse was storing components and launch boosters for long-range drones.
bbc.co.uk
At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv warehouse
37 dead, 400 evacuated after Russian drone strike on Kyiv warehouse. Zelensky investigates legality of explosive objects storage.
bolnews.com
Russian drone strike hits Kyiv warehouse
Russian drone strike causes fire and explosions in Kyiv warehouse, injuring at least six people.
arynews.tv
Russian strike on warehouse triggers explosions, hundreds evacuated
Russian strike on warehouse in Ukraine triggers explosions, hundreds evacuated. Prosecutor's office opens investigation into storage conditions.
Russia’s gasoline output drops to 70% of domestic demand
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Russia’s gasoline output drops to 70% of domestic demand
Russia's gasoline production fell to 70% of domestic demand due to drone attacks on refineries, causing a fuel shortage and imports.
aljazeera.com
Ukrainian drone attacks kill 3 as fire destroys Wildberries warehouse
Ukrainian drone strikes kill 3 people and cause a massive fire at a Wildberries warehouse in Russia.
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Russia Suffers 426 Missiles... and Ukraine Strikes Wildberries Warehouse
Two people were killed when a Ukrainian missile struck a house in southern Russia, while another missile hit a warehouse of the Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries, causing a fire, according to Russian authorities. The attack is part of a recent escalation of strikes by …
CIA chief visits Russia for meetings, media outlets report
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CIA chief visits Russia for meetings, media outlets report
CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled to Moscow for meetings with Russian officials, U.S. media outlets reported, citing unnamed sources. The visit would be the first known visit to the Russian capital by a U.S. spy chief since Ratcliffe's predecessor, William Burns, held …
bbc.co.uk
CIA chief travels to Moscow for unannounced talks, US media reports
The head of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has travelled to Moscow for unannounced talks, the BBC's US news partner CBS has reported. John Ratcliffe reportedly arrived in the Russian capital earlier on Tuesday.
foreignpolicy.com
Why Even a Cornered Putin Won’t Press the Red Button
A widespread view in Western debates is that Ukraine cannot and should not defeat Russia outright or fully expel it from its territory due to the risk of nuclear escalation. However, this narrative is misplaced, and a brief history of war shows that apocalyptic thinking a…
Mobilisation fears grip Russians as Kremlin's forced recruitment spikes
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Mobilisation fears grip Russians as Kremlin's forced recruitment spikes
Russian security forces are detaining civilians and pressuring them to sign military contracts, amid reports that the Kremlin is preparing a new wave of mobilisation after September's elections.
taz.de
Attack on Leipzig Airport: Now there were already three drones
An attack attempt at Leipzig Airport was larger than initially thought, with investigators finding a third explosive drone containing military-grade Hexogen.