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29 Jul

काला सागर पर हमलों के तेज़ होने से यूक्रेन के चोर्नोमोर्स्क बंदरगाह पर 13 भारतीय नाविक फंसे: रिपोर्ट

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नई दिल्ली (राजीव शर्मा): यूक्रेन के चोर्नोमोर्स्क बंदरगाह पर फंसे एक मर्चेंट जहाज के चालक दल (क्रू) में 13 भारतीय नागरिक कथित तौर पर शामिल हैं, जहाँ जारी ड्रोन और मिसाइल हमलों ने जहाज पर सवार लोगों की सुरक्षा को लेकर गंभीर चिंताएं पैदा कर दी हैं। फ़ॉरवर्ड सीमेन यूनियन ऑफ़ इंडिया (FSUI) के हवाले से एक मीडिया रिपोर्ट में कहा गया है कि काला सागर क्षेत्र के आसपास सैन्य गतिविधियां जारी रहने के कारण चालक दल फंसा हुआ है। जहाज, 'एमवी अमीर1' (MV AMIR1), के चालक दल में 15 सदस्य हैं, जिनमें 13 भारतीय शामिल हैं। नाविकों की यूनियन…

27 Dec

Heavy Airstrikes Shake Ukrainian Capital Hours Before Planned Trump–Zelenskyy Talks

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Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Kyiv and surrounding regions were jolted by a powerful overnight barrage of missiles and drones, plunging residents into shelters and heightening tensions just ahead of a scheduled meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. The attack marked one of the most intense aerial assaults on the capital in recent weeks. Air raid sirens sounded repeatedly as Ukrainian air defence units engaged incoming threats. Residents reported hearing a series of loud blasts across different parts of the city, while flashes in the night sky indicated active interception efforts. Strikes were also felt in nearby…

08 Dec

Trump Voices Frustration Over Zelenskyy’s Delay on US Peace Plan for Ukraine

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): United States President Donald Trump expressed disappointment on Sunday over Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s apparent hesitation to review a US-drafted proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Speaking to reporters ahead of attending the Kennedy Centre Honours, Trump suggested that Zelenskyy’s delay is hindering progress in negotiations. “I’m a little disappointed that President Zelenskyy hasn’t yet read the proposal, as of a few hours ago. His aides like it, but he isn’t ready,” Trump said. He added that Russia appears “fine” with the plan, while Ukraine has not yet given its full endorsement. The comments followed three…

14 Nov

Anita Anand Reaffirms Canada’s Unwavering Commitment to Supporting Ukraine Amid Corruption Allegations

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): The Honourable Anita Anand, Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, has reaffirmed Canada's steadfast commitment to supporting Ukraine, notwithstanding recent allegations of corruption within the Ukrainian government. Speaking at a press conference, Minister Anand addressed concerns surrounding the potential misuse of military aid, a crucial component of Canada's assistance to Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. The remarks come after reports surfaced regarding corruption involving Ukrainian officials, particularly in the procurement of military supplies and the management of foreign aid. These allegations have raised questions in some international circles about the effectiveness and transparency of the billions…

11 Nov

Ukraine Faces Frontline Struggles as NATO Steps Up Support; Europe Under Pressure, Putin Vows War Will Continue

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Kyiv/Moscow/Brussels (National Times Bureau): The conflict in Ukraine shows no signs of abating, as Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that hostilities "will not stop now." Ukrainian forces are grappling with operational challenges, NATO is increasing its support, and Europe faces mounting economic, security, and humanitarian pressures. Ukrainian troops are experiencing manpower shortages, coordination issues, and limited operational cohesion at large-unit levels. Reforms aimed at shifting from brigade-level to corps-level command have yet to deliver full efficiency, leaving some frontline areas vulnerable. While NATO has not assumed direct combat command, advanced command-and-control systems are being integrated, including at the Joint…

26 Oct

World Leaders Issue Joint Statement Backing ‘Just and Lasting Peace’ in Ukraine

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Brussels / Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Eighteen global leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to securing a “just and lasting peace” for Ukraine while supporting the call for an immediate halt to hostilities. The statement, also endorsed by the heads of government from Italy, Spain, Portugal, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, Latvia, Slovakia, and the European Union, expressed unified backing for U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to establish a ceasefire along the current line of…

03 Oct

Putin Warns of Escalation if US Sends Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine

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Moscow: (Rajeev Sharma): Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a sharp warning to the United States over the potential delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine, stating it would significantly deteriorate bilateral ties and heighten global tensions. Speaking at a foreign policy forum in Sochi, Putin said any move to arm Ukraine with Tomahawk cruise missiles would mark a "serious step" toward increased confrontation between the two nuclear powers. While acknowledging the damage such weapons could cause, he insisted they would not alter the outcome of the ongoing war. “Our defenses are prepared,” Putin said. “They can inflict harm, yes—but they…

27 Aug

PM Mark Carney Says Putin Afraid to Meet Zelenskyy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

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Ottawa/Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is afraid to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss an end to the ongoing war.Speaking at a press conference on August 27, Carney remarked that Putin “keeps setting conditions and delaying because he fears this meeting.” He noted that Zelenskyy is prepared to hold talks with Putin “on any neutral territory,” making clear that Ukraine’s president does not expect Putin to travel to Kyiv and has no plans to visit Moscow for such a meeting.Carney stressed that continued international support for…

25 Aug

Prime Minister Carney meets with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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National Times Bureau :- Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Kyiv, Ukraine. The Prime Minister thanked the President for his hospitality and his leadership at this hinge moment in history. Prime Minister Carney congratulated President Zelenskyy and the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day, acknowledging Ukrainians’ long and consequential fight for sovereignty. The two leaders discussed Russia’s ongoing war of aggression and welcomed U.S. leadership in working toward an end to the killing. The Prime Minister and the President agreed that just and lasting peace can only exist with robust…

24 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Ukraine, Signals Openness to Future Peacekeeping Role

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Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first official visit to Ukraine, as Ottawa weighs the possibility of contributing to international peacekeeping efforts in the war-torn region. The visit coincides with Ukraine’s Independence Day, underscoring Canada's continued support for Ukrainian sovereignty amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Carney's trip follows mounting discussions within a 30-nation coalition — led by France and the United Kingdom — exploring long-term security guarantees for Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. While Canada has not formally committed troops, senior government sources confirmed that the country is not ruling out future participation,…