2026-11-03
On November 3, Zhang Shengmin, Secretary of the Military Discipline Commission who was recently added to the Politburo, met with Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov at Diaoyutai.
2026-11
NTU professor Yuan Juzheng claimed on a television program that Switzerland has no cities and that all European countries have cabinet systems, while NCCU professor Liu Dehai claimed that Poland joined Biden in launching the Russia-Ukraine war, sparking questioning and criticism.
2026-10-29
On October 29, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier gave a speech at Peking University, calling on China to use its close relationship with Russia to urge the Russian side to stop attacks and engage in serious negotiations.
2026-10-25
On October 25, the PLA Daily published an article demanding that the entire military prepare for major "Taiwan independence" contingencies, improve its "strategic capability for reunification by force," and ensure it is "ready to fight at any time and capable of winning at any time." It also discussed preparations for amphibious landing operations against Taiwan by citing Zheng Chenggong's cross-sea campaign and Su Yu's study of the Normandy battlefield.
2026-10-24
Russia and Ukraine carried out the latest round of prisoner exchanges on Friday, with 270 people from each side released and returned home.
2026-10-24
The White House announced that Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a partial ceasefire in Oleshky, which is under Russian control, to deliver humanitarian aid to the area and allow residents to evacuate.
2026-10-24
The White House announced that, facilitated by First Lady Melania Trump, Russia and Ukraine reached a partial ceasefire agreement on Russian-controlled Oleshky, effective October 29, to deliver humanitarian supplies and allow residents to evacuate.
2026-10-23
US Vice President Vance said on Thursday that the key to the controversy over Ukraine's use of Starlink lies in US policy toward Russia and Ukraine, and that Musk, as a private company, should not decide how to intervene in the war without explicit instructions from the US government.
2026-10-22
Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of launching hundreds of drones to attack their respective capitals.
2026-10-21
After Special Envoy Witkoff held separate meetings with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, Russia and Ukraine agreed on October 21 to hold technical-level talks among Washington, Moscow and Kyiv.
2026-10-20
According to a report by X account @__Inty__ on October 20, 2026 Beijing time, U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said that the United States has not changed the deployment posture or scale of its personnel in Kyiv. Regarding the Ukrainian side's claim that it received no warning before Russian forces struck Kyiv last night, he said he was not aware of the specific details, and mentioned that the early warning system had experienced a software malfunction a few days ago, and that the U.S. European Command had participated in an investigation and submitted a report.
2026-10-20
According to Twitter user @__Inty__, US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum proposed that Trump could advance peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine by lifting some sanctions on Russia.
2026-10-20
On October 20, 2026, former U.S. President Trump commented on the situation in Ukraine on social media, openly suggesting that Ukrainian President Zelensky should consider replacing the person in charge of negotiations, implying that the existing negotiating strategy or personnel may need to be adjusted.
2026-10-20
According to a tweet posted by @clashreport, former US President Trump publicly commented on Ukrainian President Zelensky, saying that Zelensky should have ended this war a long time ago, that a better deal could have been reached if his advice had been followed, and that this could have saved millions of lives.
2026-10-20
Beijing time, October 20, 2026, Trump was asked in a media interview whether waiving sanctions on Russia amounted to supporting Putin. Trump responded that what he was doing was to end the war, and said this was something he was good at handling throughout his career.
2026-10-20
According to a tweet published by @clashreport, former US President Trump, speaking about the Ukraine war, said that Chinese President Xi Jinping has acted very fairly on the Ukraine issue and has not intervened too much. Trump also noted that Russia's investment in the war has not reached its potential level, and said that both Russia and China know that he appreciates this.
2026-10-20
On October 20, 2026, Beijing time, the X account @clashreport posted a video clip showing that when Trump was asked "who ordered the suspension of Starlink service in Ukraine," he responded that he did not know specifically who gave the order, but said he hoped to find out the truth.
2026-10-20
According to a post by X user clashreport on October 20, 2026 Beijing time, former US President Trump publicly stated when discussing the Russia-Ukraine situation that, frankly speaking, Russia has been doing well on the Ukraine issue and has not taken much action.
2026-10-19
On October 19, the Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter, reported that Putin proposed a trilateral meeting with Trump and Xi Jinping next month to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, and the proposed meeting would not include Ukrainian President Zelensky.
2026-10-19
In an interview published by the X account @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that if a general election were held during the war, he would run, calling it his responsibility and saying he must defend the country with all his might from the beginning to the end of the war.
2026-10-19
On October 19, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky bluntly called Russian President Vladimir Putin a "killer" in a public statement. Zelensky said that although such remarks might seem impolite and might not meet Trump's expectations of him, he would rather have an honest and transparent partner than someone who is a killer even while smiling. The remarks drew international attention.
2026-10-19
Ukrainian President Zelensky said that Shahed drones fly at speeds of 450 to 550 kilometers per hour or even higher, and that Ukraine urgently needs equipment with comparable speed to destroy them. However, Ukraine currently faces technical limitations: its existing equipment has a maximum speed of only 161 kilometers per hour, making it impossible to effectively intercept and destroy these high-speed targets.
2026-10-19
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright (Chris Wright) said in an interview that the current US stance is not merely to pressure Ukraine, but to use that pressure to force Russia to cut its diesel exports. Since Russia currently lacks sufficient diesel export capacity, the only way out is to ease the conflict with Ukraine.
2026-10-19
On October 19, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky called on the United States to return and restore Ukraine's Starlink service. He said that even without Starlink, Ukraine would survive and continue to defend itself, but that he did not understand the US reasons for restricting Ukraine's self-defense and believed it was a mistake.
2026-10-19
According to a report by Radio France Internationale (RFI), Ukrainian President Zelensky stated publicly on October 19, 2026, that the United States has resumed intelligence sharing with Ukraine, a move intended to help Ukraine guard against the threat of airstrikes by Russian forces.
2026-10-19
According to @clashreport, former US President Trump made comments about Ukrainian President Zelensky on October 19, 2026, saying that Ukraine could have struck a better deal two years ago, and stating that Ukraine is now devastated, has lost large amounts of land and its coastline, and that its male population has suffered heavy casualties.
2026-10-19
On October 19, 2026, former U.S. President Trump issued a statement on the Russia-Ukraine war via social media. He said that he is currently conducting peace talks on the war and emphasized that the core of his policy toward Russia is to avoid any reckless action that could lead Russia to walk away from the negotiating table. Trump claimed that the talks have made significant progress, and used this to explain his stance on related issues.
2026-10-19
According to a Bloomberg report, Ukrainian President Zelensky said in an interview that despite the good personal relationship between former U.S. President Trump and Putin, Trump is currently unable to force Putin to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Zelensky was responding to discussions about the possible impact Trump could have on the Russia-Ukraine situation if he were re-elected.
2026-10-19
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed in a recent statement that the U.S. government has asked Ukraine to stop its attacks on Russian diesel and refinery facilities. Zelensky said that Ukraine had proposed halting such strikes in exchange for the U.S. providing Patriot missile systems to protect Ukraine's critical facilities, but that the U.S. is currently only demanding that Ukraine cease its strikes, and has threatened that if Ukraine continues to attack Russian energy facilities, the U.S. will cut off aid to Ukraine.
2026-10-19
According to Bloomberg and related tweets, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that he believes some steps aimed at persuading Ukraine to surrender have already been taken. He candidly said he is unwilling to think that American partners believe the war can be ended faster by sacrificing Ukraine, but the current situation does indeed look that way.
2026-10-19
According to Radio Free Europe, Russia launched a nighttime ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, and Ukraine once again received no advance warning from its partners before the attack, despite President Zelensky's earlier statement that the United States had resumed sharing missile launch intelligence. The strike killed a 21-year-old woman and injured others.
2026-10-19
According to @clashreport, on October 19, 2026 Beijing time, Russia launched multiple ballistic missiles at Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, with the main targets being local energy infrastructure. Panoramic footage of the missile strikes was captured at the scene.
2026-10-19
In response to Ukrainian President Zelensky's earlier claim that the United States suspended some intelligence sharing earlier this week, U.S. Senator Rubio publicly denied it, saying he did not know the source of Zelensky's information or his motive for making such statements to the media, and stressing that the U.S. side had not suspended intelligence sharing, while urging Zelensky to focus on pushing to end the war.
2026-10-19
On October 19, 2026, US Senator Marco Rubio responded in an interview to questions about whether Putin is open to peace talks. Pressed on "what evidence do you have," Rubio said that diplomacy is not a criminal case, emphasizing that in the diplomatic arena one should keep trying to communicate and engage rather than rely solely on conclusive evidence.
2026-10-19
According to X account @clashreport, U.S. politician Marco Rubio spoke on the situation in Ukraine, revealing that the Trump administration has decided to suspend sanctions on Russia for 60 days, aiming to assess whether the ongoing negotiations could lead to a window for peace.
2026-10-19
According to @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly accused former U.S. President Trump of pressuring Ukraine into surrendering to Russia. In addition, Zelensky said he had proposed halting attacks on Russian diesel facilities in exchange for U.S. Patriot missile systems, and accused Washington of limiting Ukraine's battlefield communications capabilities.
2026-10-19
According to @clashreport, Russian President Putin proposed a Putin-Trump-Xi trilateral meeting in China next month to end the Ukraine war on Moscow's terms, and the proposed meeting format would exclude Ukraine and Europe. Former US President Trump has not yet accepted the invitation.
2026-10-19
According to account @__Inty__, on October 19, 2026, a jet-powered "Shahed" drone took off from the Oryol region of Russia, flew a record-breaking 1,472 kilometers to Lviv, Ukraine, and circled over the city six times. The drone may have been conducting reconnaissance, as it carried almost no warhead.
2026-10-19
Ukrainian forces successfully carried out the world's first aerial evacuation of a wounded soldier using the heavy Gurzuf Defence six-rotor drone. Ground evacuation was impossible due to landmines and enemy drone activity, so the soldier was rescued by drone at the front line and is currently recovering.
2026-10-19
According to X user @__Inty__, US Secretary of State Rubio said that US President Trump remains committed to ending the Russia-Ukraine war and is willing to take any feasible action to advance a ceasefire. He noted that the 60-day suspension of sanctions is intended to observe whether the current negotiations with Ukraine and Russia can yield positive results, in order to avoid another year of war and conflict.
2026-10-19
According to X user @__Inty__, on October 19, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Russia launched its latest round of attacks against Ukraine, hitting 28 substations and other key energy facilities across the country, with emergency repair work currently underway.
2026-10-19
According to X user @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that cases had been recorded in multiple areas of the frontline of equipment ceasing to function at speeds of 130 to 161 kilometers per hour. This situation hinders frontline logistics and limits the use of various drones, including medium-range strike drones.
2026-10-18
According to The Guardian, alarmed by the Houthi advance, the UAE has agreed to re-engage in the Yemen conflict by resuming funding for anti-Houthi forces. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia will provide air cover for the relevant military operations. The move marks a strategic shift by Gulf states on the Yemen situation, aimed at curbing further Houthi expansion.
2026-10-18
According to @clashreport, the Trump administration is proposing that Europe resume purchasing Russian natural gas as part of a Russia-Ukraine peace agreement, as a means to provide Moscow with billions of dollars in revenue and restore its economic influence. It is reported that Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have discussed the resumption of Russian natural gas pipelines passing through Ukraine.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026 Beijing time, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio stated clearly in response to questions about the Starlink service outage in Ukraine that the United States had nothing to do with the matter. In response to Ukrainian President Zelensky's earlier claim that the Starlink outage was a deliberate act, Rubio said he was not clear on what Zelensky's remarks were based on, and emphasized that the outage was not a deliberate act by the U.S. side.
2026-10-18
According to @clashreport, in the early hours of October 18, 2026, Ukrainian drones launched a large-scale attack on St. Petersburg, Russia. Targets included a local oil terminal, a VKontakte data center, a substation, and a bridge. The attack caused fires, power outages, and water supply failures in multiple areas of St. Petersburg.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, commenting on the situation in Russia, pointed out that Russia is currently investing most of its budget in weapons and military affairs, and that its military personnel will reach 1.5 million. Crosetto expressed concern and publicly questioned how Putin would安置 these 1.5 million soldiers if the Russia-Ukraine war ended tomorrow, implying that this could pose a challenge to Putin himself.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto publicly criticized the United States for restricting its aid to Ukraine. He said the move was a "huge mistake" that strips Ukraine of its basic ability to defend itself. Crosetto stressed that peace can only come when Putin realizes that the battlefield has reached a stalemate.
2026-10-18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that since Trump announced an energy ceasefire a week ago, Russia has carried out 76 attacks on Ukraine's energy, oil and gas sectors. In addition, Zelensky noted that over the past week Russia has launched nearly 2,700 attack drones, 1,700 glide bombs and 66 missiles at Ukraine.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán publicly stated that Hungary is no longer maintaining neutrality and has instead adopted an anti-Russia stance. Orbán said that Hungary now regards Russia as an enemy, has shifted to supporting Ukraine, and, together with countries such as Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, stands on Ukraine's side in the Russia-Ukraine war.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated in a public remarks that Ukraine will not be able to win the current Russia-Ukraine war. He emphasized that his personal policy goal is to ensure Ukraine's survival and to work toward bringing the war to an end. Crosetto said that previous statements in Italy about "Ukraine will win the war" were a misunderstanding, and he argued that the conflict should be viewed more pragmatically.
2026-10-18
According to open-source intelligence analysts and Radio Svoboda, satellite images show that Russia is replenishing its long-term military reserve bases. After emptying large stockpiles early in the war, Russia is currently transporting newly built and refurbished armored vehicles to multiple military facilities, including the 22nd Central Tank Reserve Base, indicating that it is restocking and restoring its military materiel.
2026-10-18
According to Ukrainian President Zelensky, the United States has resumed sharing intelligence with Ukraine after the relevant intelligence sharing had been suspended for a period of time. The news was disclosed by media and related Twitter accounts on October 18, 2026.
2026-10-18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly accused Russian President Putin of being an "aggressor" and a "terrorist," and accused Russian forces of killing civilians and children during the war. Zelensky also said he hopes former U.S. President Trump can clearly state a position on the matter and condemn Russia's aggressive actions.
2026-10-18
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly stated that he hopes former U.S. President Donald Trump will take Ukraine's side in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, or at least remain neutral. The remarks have drawn outside attention to the direction of U.S. policy toward Ukraine after the presidential election.
2026-10-18
In an interview, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that if the U.S. switches to supporting Putin, it would be a historic mistake and a tremendous tragedy. He warned explicitly that if the official U.S. stance shifts toward supporting Russia, Ukraine will be unable to win the war and unable to hold on.
2026-10-18
On October 18, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky, responding to the impact of Trump's waiver of Russian sanctions, said that the move would further strengthen Putin's war actions against Ukraine. The remarks were posted by the account @clashreport and drew attention and discussion on social media.
2026-10-17
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said after a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Ukraine is currently facing a severe energy crisis. Tusk noted that, with electricity supplies almost cut off and serious problems with natural gas supplies, Ukraine has effectively entered the “dead of winter” early as nighttime temperatures drop, severely affecting people’s lives.
2026-10-17
On October 17, 2026, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that as U.S. President Trump's position on Ukraine and Russia changes, all parties have realized that Europe should give more support to Ukraine. He noted that many countries are taking this action not out of affection for Ukraine or mere symbolic solidarity, but on the basis of realistic security considerations.
2026-10-17
According to RFI, the EU has explicitly expressed support for Ukrainian President Zelensky, who has made a request to the EU, hoping that the EU will provide an additional 70 billion euros in financial and military aid to deal with the current situation.
2026-10-17
On October 17, 2026, former US President Trump publicly denied rumors that he had decided to temporarily suspend Ukrainian forces' use of Starlink, and said he did not think the decision came from Elon Musk, stating on the matter, "It wasn't me, and I don't think it was Elon either."
2026-10-17
According to Twitter user @__Inty__, Russia launched a large-scale air strike against Ukraine in the early hours of October 17, 2026, firing 464 drones and "Bandrol" (Dan-T) loitering munitions overnight. The attack was massive in scale and was aimed at targets inside Ukraine.
2026-10-17
According to Twitter user @__Inty__, Ukrainian forces have recently made progress on the western front in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, achieving a positional advance. This news came as the Russian military carried out large-scale airstrikes against Ukraine.
2026-10-17
On October 17, 2026, Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev publicly stated that Ukraine's hostility and criticism toward any potential agreement between Russia and the United States have begun to produce very significant consequences. Dmitriev emphasized that this hostile posture has a substantive negative impact in the current geopolitical environment.
2026-10-17
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly stated that, as Russia launches large-scale attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the United States has unfortunately decided to completely ignore the Lindsey Graham Act, which is intended to pressure Russia into ending the war. He stressed that Ukraine must never give up and must work toward ending the war.
2026-10-17
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated publicly that the lifting of sanctions on Russia will continue, and said that the diesel deal is merely the first step.
2026-10-17
According to @clashreport, the Romanian Ministry of National Defence released cockpit imagery confirming that a Romanian Air Force F-16 fighter jet shot down two Russian "Geran" attack drones that entered Romanian airspace over the Black Sea near Sulina on Saturday, October 17.
2026-10-16
According to Bloomberg, the UK has decided to send more long-range “Storm Shadow” cruise missiles to Ukraine, aiming to disrupt Russian military operations against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure before winter arrives.
2026-10-16
According to X account @__Inty__, Ukraine's 3rd Army announced on October 16, 2026, that during Phase IV of Operation Vivaldi, Ukrainian forces had fully recaptured three settlements — Lypove, Zelena Dolyna, and Kolodyazi — from Russian troops. The military said that Ukrainian forces had raised their flags at the aforementioned locations, and related military operations are still ongoing.
2026-10-16
On October 16, 2026, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen publicly stated that Russia is not currently seeking peace with Denmark. In light of this, the Danish government decided that it must continue to advance the national armaments expansion program to address potential security threats.
2026-10-16
On October 16, 2026, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated publicly that allowing Ukraine to fail would open the door for Russia to advance further into other parts of Europe. She emphasized that Ukraine must continue to be viewed as Europe's defensive line, and if this domino falls, the consequences would be unimaginable.
2026-10-16
According to clashreport, the United States proposed unfreezing part of the frozen Russian sovereign funds and transferring them to an institution supervised by Washington in an attempt to restart Ukraine peace talks. However, this proposal was rejected by European officials, highlighting the clear divisions among the parties over how to advance the Ukraine peace talks.
2026-10-16
According to @clashreport, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered an address on the situation in Ukraine, claiming that Ukraine acted first and that Russia only began responding afterward. Putin said that the other side has now started complaining about strikes on the energy sector and other facilities such as data centers, and stressed: "They started all of this; they should never have begun it. Before taking that step, they should have thought about the consequences."
2026-10-16
According to Clash Report, satellite imagery shows that Russia has built a large jet drone base in an open area in the Rostov region in just six weeks. The facility is nearing completion and has deployed eight launch platforms, aimed at enhancing the Russian military's capability to deploy jet drones. Due to their high flight speeds, Ukraine currently faces significant difficulties in intercepting these types of drones.
2026-10-16
According to Radio France Internationale (RFI), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky officially announced on October 16, 2026 that Ukraine will resume military strikes on oil refineries inside Russia. Previously, Ukraine had adjusted its strategy of striking Russian energy infrastructure due to various factors; this announcement to resume the operation marks a new adjustment in Ukraine's military strategy targeting Russian logistics and economic objectives.
2026-10-16
According to a tweet posted by X user @clashreport, former U.S. President Trump commented on the Russia-Ukraine war, saying that Russia is a vast country capable of bearing millions of casualties and has a larger pool of troops, while Ukraine does not have an equivalent scale of manpower.
2026-10-16
According to @clashreport, on October 16, 2026 Beijing time, Ukrainian drones launched an attack on Russia’s Moscow Region. The strike reportedly targeted local industrial and warehousing facilities. No detailed reports on the specific damage or casualties have been available so far.
2026-10-16
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever announced a military aid plan after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Brussels during an EU summit, stating that Belgium plans to transfer 10 F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine by the end of 2026, in order to continue supporting Ukraine's air defense capabilities.
2026-10-16
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine's war spending in 2027 is expected to reach €155 billion. To meet wartime needs, Ukraine is calling on the EU for at least an additional €70 billion in financial support. According to Twitter user @__Inty__, this funding gap reflects Ukraine's heavy financial pressure and deep dependence on international aid amid the ongoing war.
2026-10-16
Bipartisan members of the U.S. Senate have sent a letter to the Pentagon Inspector General calling for an investigation into recent restrictions on Starshield, the military version of Starlink, in Ukraine. The senators demand to determine whether the Trump administration, Pentagon officials, or SpaceX played a role, and to clarify the decision-making process and accountability behind the restrictions. The initiative was launched by members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, aiming to clarify how Starlink services operate on the battlefield in Ukraine and what potential political interference may be involved.
2026-10-16
According to a report by Sound of Hope, U.S. President Trump signed an executive order on Friday (October 16), announcing exemptions from the implementation of a number of sanctions, restrictions, and tariff measures against Russia under the Graham Act. Trump has submitted certification documents to the U.S. Congress and stated that the exemption serves U.S. national interests.
2026-10-16
According to @__Inty__, US President Trump signed an executive order on the evening of October 16, 2026, announcing exemptions for key sanctions, restrictions, and tariff provisions targeting Russia under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctions on Russia and Iran Act. The Institute for the Study of War analyzed that this decision could give Russia access to more funding, thereby leading it to prolong its war against Ukraine.
2026-10-15
The Russian Ministry of Defense said Ukraine attacked an oil refinery in Ryazan with drones and missiles, causing a fire;此前 Zelensky had announced the end of the ceasefire targeting energy facilities.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump, saying that if Trump chooses to be neutral, he should remain neutral rather than take the wrong side. Zelensky believes Trump's advisers are wrong, and said he does not know who is pushing Trump toward the wrong side of history.
2026-10-15
According to a video clip posted by X account clashreport at 00:28 Beijing time on October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated: We will not sell our country; for us, this is not business, but our lives, our country, our home, and our children. This statement relates to Ukraine's stance in negotiations.
2026-10-15
In his conversation with Piers Morgan, Zelensky said that Ukraine is losing a powerful partner and hinted that U.S. support is weakening. Asked whether he had lost America, he answered “yes,” adding, “not because of us — we cannot be weak.”
2026-10-15
According to tweets and video clips published by the account @clashreport, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in an interview with well-known host Piers Morgan, gave a clear "Yes" in response to the question "Do you feel betrayed?". This interview clip has attracted attention and discussion online.
2026-10-15
According to a report posted by X user @clashreport, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a request to Elon Musk regarding Starlink services, hoping to have them turned on. This incident involves Ukraine's demands regarding critical satellite communication networks and its interaction with Musk's Starlink system.
2026-10-15
In an interview, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed strong dissatisfaction with Elon Musk's decision to shut down Starlink services, calling it "a huge mistake" and noting that "people will die because of this." The remarks drew attention on social media.
2026-10-15
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced while meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky at Downing Street that the UK will accelerate the delivery of British-made air defense systems to Ukraine and ensure their deployment as soon as possible.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky, responding to U.S. President Trump's accusation that Ukrainian long-range drone strikes pushed up diesel prices, said he found it acceptable and that this was not the first time he had faced such claims, stressing that he was strong enough because he knew the truth, and that most people around the world also understood the real reason behind the price changes.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026 Beijing time, British media figure Piers Morgan publicly addressed former US President Trump through social media. Morgan urged Trump to make the right decision, stop taking Putin's side in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and pressed him to provide Ukrainian President Zelensky with the necessary support to counter what he called "the modern Hitler."
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Zelensky wrote on social media that, because he firmly refuses to recognize Ukrainian territory as Russian territory, a major power is currently trying to remove him from office. The remarks have drawn outside attention to the status of his rule and the future course of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
2026-10-15
In response to Piers Morgan's question "Can you win without Americans on your side?", Ukrainian President Zelensky replied: "We will never lose our independence."
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Zelensky said that if he were removed from office, he believed a new successor would still defend Ukraine, because it is their home.
2026-10-15
According to @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that neither Trump, Musk, nor anyone else in the world has the right to choose Ukraine's president, and that this power belongs solely to the Ukrainian people.
2026-10-15
According to a tweet by @clashreport and related reports, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that Russia is currently losing about 43,000 soldiers on the battlefield each month, and claimed that every Ukrainian can kill 7 to 10 Russians.
2026-10-15
According to a tweet posted by @clashreport, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was asked during an interview with Piers Morgan whether he believed Elon Musk had deliberately slowed down Starlink to harm Ukraine. Zelensky responded, "They know what they did, absolutely."
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky posted a comment on social media, pointing out that the current war is a fight for survival for Ukraine, but for some people or countries it is merely a business opportunity, and he expressed that this is unfair. The remarks drew international public attention to the stakeholders in the war.
2026-10-15
According to CBS News, the United States may have deliberately withheld early warning of a Russian missile strike on Ukraine that killed 6 people and left 600,000 residents without power. U.S. officials blamed the severe weather, but Ukrainian officials disputed that explanation.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, former U.S. President Trump said in public remarks about the war in Ukraine that the Biden administration's frequent mockery of Russia prior to the outbreak was part of the cause of the war in Ukraine. The remarks drew public attention and were seen as his continuing criticism of the sitting administration's foreign policy.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that security guarantees coming directly from the United States are a good approach, but they require more details. He explained that this would mean if Putin attacks Ukraine, Trump would attack Putin. He emphasized that if a written agreement clearly stated, "If Putin attacks Ukraine, Trump will attack Putin," that would constitute a security guarantee.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, US intelligence agencies have warned Ukraine that if it continues to strike Russian oil refineries, the US will immediately cease intelligence sharing. While intelligence cooperation between the two sides has not been fully interrupted, the US threat remains in effect.
2026-10-15
According to a report by Radio France Internationale, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky publicly called on Elon Musk to restore Starlink services within Ukraine. In his remarks, Zelensky emphasized the importance of Starlink to Ukraine's wartime communications and reiterated Ukraine's position of hoping to continue close cooperation with the United States to meet current military and communications challenges.
2026-10-15
According to a report by Radio France Internationale, former U.S. President Trump abruptly changed his strategy, demanding that Ukrainian President Zelensky comply with the “energy ceasefire agreement” he reached with Putin, and publicly stating that “it’s time for Ukraine to change its president.” This move plays right into the hands of Russian President Putin and deals a huge blow to Ukraine.
2026-10-15
According to the Financial Times (FT), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Kyiv will resume strikes on Russian refineries, as Moscow continues to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure after Trump declared an energy ceasefire.
2026-10-15
According to @clashreport, the U.S. side has proposed unfreezing part of Russia's sovereign assets and transferring them to a Washington-controlled fund, aiming to push for the resumption of Ukraine peace talks. The plan was put forward by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner during talks held in Miami last week, but it was rejected by the European side.
2026-10-15
According to @__Inty__, Russia launched a large-scale air raid against Ukraine on the night of October 14, 2026, firing a total of 580 attack and decoy drones as well as 2 Kh-59 guided missiles. The Ukrainian Air Force said that 536 of the drones were shot down or suppressed, while 31 locations were hit and drone debris was found at 11 locations.
2026-10-15
In response to French National Rally leader Marine Le Pen's earlier remarks that she would stop funding Ukraine within six months if she won the French presidential election, Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized in his response that the Ukrainian military's experience in technology and actual combat is crucial to its partners, and said that French industry could gain a development advantage through technological cooperation with Ukraine.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a public statement requesting that Western countries provide Patriot missile systems. Zelensky pointed out that because the West had previously asked Ukraine not to attack Russian targets, Ukraine was placed in a passive position when facing Russian strikes, and therefore he believed that obtaining defensive weapons was the minimum requirement to ensure that Ukraine could carry out effective self-defense.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has publicly stated that Ukraine does not wish to be involved in any diesel trade, emphasizing that Ukraine will respond if attacked, while reiterating that the Ukrainian side should not be implicated in such diesel transactions.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has publicly stated that during an energy ceasefire, Ukraine will not attack Russian oil refineries or any diesel-related facilities. He noted that this move is intended to avoid giving the outside world an excuse to claim that Ukraine is violating the ceasefire agreement, demonstrating that Ukraine does not wish to be involved in such controversies. These remarks reflect Ukraine's adjustments and considerations regarding the boundaries of military operations during a specific energy ceasefire.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Zelensky revealed in an interview that Ukraine had received warnings demanding that it stop strikes on targets inside Russia, or face having its intelligence access cut off and its Starlink services blocked. Zelensky said that the other side had intervened on the grounds of technical issues, and had made it explicit at the military level that if Ukraine did not stop its operations, its critical communications support would be severed.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, the Ukrainian Navy announced that Ukrainian forces used domestically produced "Neptune" missiles to strike the Borysoglebsk military airfield in Russia's Voronezh Oblast. The attack destroyed 6 Russian Su-34M fighter-bombers. At present, this news mainly comes from Ukrainian statements, and Russia has not yet responded to this loss.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš commented on the situation in Ukraine. He questioned whether Europe should continue to maintain a state of conflict lasting ten to twenty years, and called on European leaders to take substantive action. Babiš also noted that, given Trump's regular communication with Putin, European leaders also need to clarify their position and response strategy.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky said in an interview that any military operation by Putin on Ukrainian territory at present would come at a huge price. He noted that even if Russian troops advance one, two, or ten kilometers, they would suffer heavy casualties and equipment losses as a result.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky mentioned in a public statement his conversation with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Zelensky said he had told Trump that if the U.S. could provide Starlink services to Ukraine and extend its coverage into Russian territory, Ukraine would be capable of destroying Russia's ballistic missile launchers. Zelensky believes this would force Russia back to the negotiating table, thereby preventing further damage to energy infrastructure.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, German Chancellor Merz publicly voiced his opposition to the idea of placing the Russian assets frozen by the EU under U.S. control. He stressed that these assets were frozen in Europe and should remain in Europe, and said that this is Europe's own affair and should be decided by Europe itself.
2026-10-15
According to sources inside Ukraine's Defense Ministry, the Ukrainian military's Starshield terminals have resumed operating while on the move. The related news was reported by media on October 15, 2026 and drew attention.
2026-10-15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that from October 14 through 9 a.m. on October 15, Russian forces had launched more than 850 Shahed drones. Zelensky noted that this large-scale attack came as Ukraine's defensive capabilities were being artificially constrained, and stressed that Russia's move was a deliberate escalation of the conflict.
2026-10-15
Alice Weidel, leader of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), made a public statement on October 15, 2026, claiming that fewer than 10% of Germans currently support continuing aid to Ukraine, and on this basis argued that 90% of German taxpayers oppose continuing to drain German fiscal funds in Ukraine, calling on the government to take corresponding action.
2026-10-15
According to @clashreport, Alice Weidel, leader of the Alternative for Germany (AfD), publicly stated that Germany's defense lies neither in the Donbas nor in the Hindu Kush. She warned that by constantly deepening its involvement in the conflict, Germany risks turning the country itself into a party to the war and a target of attack.
2026-10-15
At 18:32 Beijing time on October 15, 2026, the Kremlin issued a statement claiming that Ukraine was continuing to strike energy facilities inside Russia. The news was posted by the account @clashreport at 18:32 that day and drew attention on social media. As of the time of counting, the tweet had a total of 37 interactions.
2026-10-15
According to clashreport, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky resumed strikes on Russian oil infrastructure after ending a pause on attacks against energy targets, causing a fire at the Ryazan refinery. Zelensky also accused Washington of restricting intelligence sharing and demanded Patriot interceptor systems as a condition for another pause in attacks.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, James Talarico made a statement on the situation in Ukraine, calling for Ukraine and its NATO allies to be strengthened in response to Russia's aggression. He argued that, to some extent, this is a cost-saving measure: if Putin's aggression can be stopped in Ukraine, a larger direct conflict can be avoided.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, satellite imagery shows that Russia built a 0.9-square-kilometer drone launch base near Millerovo in just 6 weeks. The base is equipped with 8 launch pads and is expected to be used for deploying jet-powered Geran-4 and Geran-5 drones. Experts estimate that once fully operational, the base will have a daily launch capacity of over 100 drones.
2026-10-15
Maximilian Krah, a member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, made controversial remarks regarding the war in Ukraine during an interview with Clash Report. He compared Nazi Germany's 1941 invasion of the Soviet Union to the current German stance calling for an end to the war in Ukraine, and criticized those who label him a "new Hitler" for holding double standards on the issue of war.
2026-10-15
On October 15, 2026, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov publicly criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky, stating that he believes the whole world owes him, while he himself bears no obligations to anyone. Lavrov accused Zelensky of not being prepared to take truly honest and constructive steps based on the principle of equality.
2026-10-15
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov publicly criticized German Foreign Minister Wadephul. Lavrov quoted Wadephul's remarks, saying that Wadephul had stated that no results were reached after meeting with Lavrov, and therefore Germany will continue to firmly support Ukraine. Lavrov accused Wadephul of reading from a script while reciting the official German position, thereby expressing dissatisfaction with German foreign policy.
2026-10-15
According to a report by CNN, Ukrainian forces have exhausted the entire missile stockpile of their U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems. The news was disclosed by multiple international media outlets and accounts on October 15, 2026, and drew widespread attention.
2026-10-15
According to Twitter account @__Inty__, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that he refuses to let Ukraine be drawn into the "diesel deal" proposed by U.S. presidential candidate Trump, and demanded an energy ceasefire. Zelensky pointed out that this is Trump's choice, but if Ukraine is attacked, the Ukrainian side will certainly respond, and this is the country's firm principle.
2026-10-15
According to X user @__Inty__, Ukrainian President Zelensky stated after meeting with NATO Secretary General Rutte in Brussels that Russia had deployed nearly 1,000 drones and struck Ukrainian infrastructure with ballistic missiles since the previous day. Zelensky called on allies to urgently provide ballistic missile interceptors and F-16 munitions, and warned that Starlink restrictions are creating new difficulties for Ukraine's defense.
2026-10-14
Russian forces launched strikes on multiple power plants across Ukraine. Zelensky said the attacks violated the energy ceasefire and left 600,000 people without power.
2026-10-14
President Trump announced at a midterm election rally in Montana that the U.S. War Department will set up an advanced weapons technology test range for testing autonomous weapons, space, and hypersonic technologies to ensure absolute U.S. military superiority.
Location: Montana, United States ·
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2026-10-14
Beijing time, October 14, 2026, six Republican senators joined Democratic senators, with a total of 12 senators signing a bipartisan open letter calling on U.S. President Trump to withdraw his decision allowing Russian diesel back onto the global market. The letter harshly criticized the sanctions-easing policy as "a betrayal of the Ukrainian people" and "a gift to the adversary."
2026-10-14
On October 14, 2026, Beijing time, former U.S. President Trump responded to the attacks on energy facilities in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Regarding the Ukrainian energy sector's accusation that Russia attacked six of its energy facilities, Trump stated that Ukraine had also launched attacks on Russian targets a day earlier, and publicly claimed that Russia had not violated the ceasefire agreement. These remarks have drawn attention to his stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the implementation of the ceasefire agreement.
2026-10-14
On October 14, 2026, Ukraine launched another large-scale drone attack against Russia and its occupied territories. The specific targets and the losses caused by the attack remain unclear, but tweets indicate that it was a broad operation targeting Russia and areas under its control.
2026-10-14
Beijing time October 14, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly stated that Ukraine's allies failed to provide advance warning of Russia's ballistic missile attack on Kyiv. It is reported that a total of five Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv in this attack. Currently, the Ukrainian government is conducting an investigation into this failure to warn. Previously, the United States had threatened to cut off intelligence sharing if Ukraine performed poorly, and this incident occurred against that backdrop, drawing outside attention to the intelligence cooperation mechanism between Ukraine and its Western allies.
2026-10-14
Beijing time, October 14, 2026, according to a post by the X account @clashreport, an explosion occurred in a storage tank at an oil depot in Russia's Rostov region. The fire was triggered by a Ukrainian drone strike four days ago and continues to burn. According to an open-source intelligence (OSINT) assessment, at least 7 of the 12 large storage tanks at the terminal have been destroyed, with some reports indicating that there may be no intact storage tanks left at the facility. This explosion reflects the continuing damage caused by the earlier strike.
2026-10-14
According to @__Inty__, senior Russian officials have publicly stated that the main cause of the global diesel shortage is the Iran war, denying that Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries are the main driving factor. Russia also attempted to use the October 9 fuel agreement to lobby the US to support its negotiating position, and to reassure domestic concerns about fuel shortages.
2026-10-14
According to @__Inty__ reports, Ukrainian President Zelensky urged U.S. President Trump to impose severe sanctions on Russia. Zelensky specifically called for the implementation of the bill pushed by Lindsey Graham and already signed, while also requesting that the U.S. provide Ukraine with an additional anti-missile equipment package for the "Patriot" missile defense system to strengthen Ukraine's defensive capabilities.
2026-10-14
According to Clash Report, Russia launched a large-scale combined air strike against Ukraine in the early hours of October 14, firing a total of 167 weapons, including 39 ballistic missiles and 128 drones. The attack primarily targeted energy infrastructure in Kyiv and Kharkiv on the eve of the heating season, with the Darnytskyi district of Kyiv struck by a ballistic missile.
2026-10-14
According to @clashreport, Ukrainian President Zelensky told NPR that the Trump administration had threatened to cut off intelligence sharing unless Ukraine stopped attacking Russian oil refineries.
2026-10-14
Ukraine's 3rd Corps reported that during "Operation Vivaldi" it recaptured about 88 square kilometers of territory in the Lyman direction, while DeepState confirmed the liberation of Zeliana Dolyna, Lypove, and Kolodiazi. This recapture is part of a months-long counteroffensive aimed at reclaiming the Russian salient.
2026-10-14
According to @clashreport, a Ukrainian FPV drone successfully struck a Russian Mi-28N attack helicopter in mid-flight while it was launching an LMUR guided missile. The incident shows a further evolution of Ukrainian drone tactics, with the capability to intercept attack helicopters in mid-flight.
2026-10-14
European Commission President von der Leyen announced that Ukraine has received €2.86 billion from the EU for the procurement of drones, air defense systems, missiles, radar, electronic warfare systems, and ammunition.
2026-10-14
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev mocked Ukraine on Twitter, calling it a "green louse" and stating that Ukraine is angry about the U.S. halting military intelligence support. He argued that without U.S. intelligence, Ukraine would be "blind, panicked, and scurrying around," and accused Ukraine of being "rude" to its sponsors, causing them to get angry. He also compared Trump to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, implying that Trump would not be as passive as Scholz.
2026-10-14
Italian Prime Minister Meloni stated in a tweet that support for Ukraine is not an alternative to peace, but rather what makes peace possible. She believes that if an aggressor can force their opponent to surrender, there is no need for negotiations. She also mentioned that if Ukraine were to stop defending itself, many would wish for that.
2026-10-14
According to an interview with the Financial Times, French far-right leader Marine Le Pen stated that if elected president, she plans to halt France's financial assistance to Ukraine within her first six months in office. She also opposes Ukraine's accession to the European Union and intends to review EU sanctions against Russia. Her stated rationale is that France can no longer afford to bear the burden of such aid, and she criticized Europe's approach of confronting Moscow in the energy sector.
2026-10-14
According to Clash Report, although Trump had previously said the U.S. is still providing intelligence, the White House is considering scaling back intelligence sharing with Ukraine. The report said CIA Director John Ratcliffe opposes the move, while a government official suggested limiting intelligence sharing for specific uses.
2026-10-14
According to Radio France Internationale, Russia launched strikes on Ukraine's energy facilities, killing at least 6 people. Meanwhile, Washington denied that it had stopped sharing intelligence with Kyiv.
2026-10-14
According to a message posted by the X account clashreport at 23:15 Beijing time on October 14, 2026, Ukrainian President Zelensky met with King Charles III of the United Kingdom. This tweet was the only related message within this time window, with 28 interactions.
2026-10-13
U.S. President Donald Trump said that the United States has not cut intelligence sharing with Ukraine, and that the U.S. is working with Ukraine and Russia in an effort to end the war.
2026-10-13
On October 13, 2026, CBC Radio-Canada Chinese (RCIZhongwen) published an analysis pointing out that Ukrainian President Zelensky is currently caught in a pincer between escalating domestic hostilities and pressure from the Trump administration. The report said the Trump administration appears to be stepping up demands that Ukraine stop attacking oil refineries inside Russia, while the U.S. is also seeking a fuel-related deal with Moscow.
2026-10-13
Beijing time, October 13, 2026, responding to a reporter's question about Russia having violated the ceasefire and attacked Ukraine, Trump said he was not sure and would look into the situation. He also said that Zelensky and Putin must sit down together and end this absurd war. The news was posted by X user @__Inty__.
2026-10-13
On October 13, 2026, Beijing time, Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide publicly stated that it is not reasonable for those who have paid a lower price for supporting Ukraine to play a key role in the negotiations, and stressed that Europe needs to send a strong, independent voice.
2026-10-13
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski responded to the speech by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a UN Security Council meeting. Sikorski said that most of Lavrov's speech was an attack on Europe, which shows that Russia has realized it cannot resolve the issue with the United States alone, while Europe is paying the price for this war.
2026-10-13
The Kremlin said on October 13, 2026 that contacts regarding an energy ceasefire in Ukraine are continuing, but no progress has been made so far.
2026-10-13
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on October 13 that Kyiv is still continuing to receive intelligence data from the U.S. He also acknowledged that there was a delay in air raid alerts during the Russian military strikes on the night of October 12, but explained that this was because the Russian forces used a special type of weapons. The statement was relayed in a tweet posted by the @clashreport account at 18:58 Beijing time on October 13.
2026-10-13
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said in a tweet that a special tribunal for war crimes in Ukraine exists, and that Poland is one of its founding member states. He noted that to achieve this goal, something similar to the trials of war criminals in Rwanda or Yugoslavia must occur. The tweet included a link, but its specific content was not provided in the sample.
2026-10-13
At around 22:00 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski made a statement on the issue of Russia's frozen assets, saying that there were rumors that some people expected these assets to be unfrozen and returned to Russia, and he stated, "I don't think I'm speaking only for myself when I say this: Over our dead bodies," explicitly opposing the return of frozen Russian assets to the Russian side. The statement was reposted and quoted by the account @clashreport on the X platform.
2026-10-13
On October 13, 2026, Beijing time, when asked by the media whether the United States had stopped sharing intelligence with Ukraine, the White House spokesperson gave no clear answer, saying only that the matter needed to be verified and a reply given later. The response sparked speculation and attention abroad regarding the current state of U.S.-Ukraine intelligence cooperation. According to statistics, the relevant information triggered a certain amount of discussion on social media; as of 22:32 that day, the total engagement of tweets related to this incident reached 198.
2026-10-13
Around 23:35 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, the account @clashreport posted a Q&A: a reporter asked whether the United States had stopped sharing intelligence with Ukraine, and Trump replied that it had not stopped and that the United States is still helping Ukraine. This Q&A circulated on X in video or quoted form, and as of posting it had received 11 likes and 6 reposts. This is a single-source account; there is not yet any other independent source confirming the full context of the statement.
2026-10-13
According to POLITICO and related reports, in response to Russia's latest ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, U.S. officials said the failure to warn Ukraine in time was caused by severe weather. Kyiv, Ukraine, said this explanation is unacceptable.
2026-10-13
Beijing time, October 13, 2026, when asked whether "Russia has violated the ceasefire agreement," U.S. President Trump responded that he would inform later, and pointed out that Russia and Ukraine are still striking each other.
2026-10-13
Around 23:47 Beijing time on October 13, 2026, the account @clashreport posted a video of Trump taking questions. A reporter asked Trump on what basis he was confident that Putin wants the war to end more than Zelensky. Trump replied that his confidence comes from making deals, saying he had been making deals his whole life. The tweet received 35 likes and 3 retweets.
2026-10-13
According to a Q&A posted by @clashreport at 23:44 Beijing Time on October 13, 2026, a reporter asked about Russia attacking six energy facilities yesterday, to which Trump responded that Ukraine had also attacked many (energy) facilities the day before. This content is a single-source report with 66 total interactions, and there is currently no other independent source to verify it.
2026-10-12
In response to remarks by former U.S. President Trump that Ukraine needs to change its president in order to advance a Russia-Ukraine deal, Ukrainian President Zelensky responded, stressing that Ukraine's leader should be chosen by the country's society and people, and noting that Ukraine is in a state of war and holding elections at present is very difficult. In addition, Zelensky said that Ukraine is willing to stop striking Russian energy facilities in exchange for equivalent action by Russia, and that it is awaiting details of U.S.-Russia dialogue, saying that the key to a ceasefire is whether Russia is willing.
2026-10-11
U.S. President Trump announced on Truth Social that Russia and Ukraine have reached an agreement on an energy ceasefire, but did not disclose details. Ukrainian President Zelensky stated he was unaware of this, but if Moscow agrees, Kyiv would also accept.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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2026-10-11
President Trump announced on the 11th that Russia and Ukraine had reached an energy ceasefire, though both sides continued to attack each other's energy facilities in the following days.
Location: Washington, United States ·
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Verification: Reported ·
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2026-10-11
According to a report by the Financial Times on October 11, officials from the intelligence agencies of five European countries warned that Russia is planning assassinations targeting executives and key employees of European defense companies such as drone manufacturers, in order to expand its hybrid war against Europe and weaken its support for Ukraine.
2026-10-11
According to Ukraine's statement, on October 11 Ukraine launched an attack on a Yandex data center near Vladimir in Russia, successfully hitting 5 of 8 buildings, 3 of which may have been severely damaged. In addition, the "Galushkin" supercomputer used to train and support YandexGPT and the "Alice" voice assistant was reportedly also hit in the strike.
2026-10-08
On October 8, during an inspection of the city of Pryluky, which had been struck by Russian forces, Ukrainian President Zelensky said that Chinese representatives are involved in manufacturing a Starlink alternative system, that development is nearing its target and the system will be supplied to Russia, warning that Russia may thereby gain air superiority.
2026-10-08
The South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs recalled its ambassador to Ukraine, Park Hee-kwon, over the issue of North Korean prisoner-of-war transfers; subsequently, the Office of the President of Ukraine disclosed on social media that South Korea had shipped large quantities of diesel to Russian ports between July and August, violating sanctions.
2026-10-06
The first batch of US F-16 Block 70 (Vipers) fighter jets has arrived in Taiwan. Representative to the United States Yu Ta-jui (Robert Tsao) expressed encouragement over this, and indicated that the delivery of subsequent fighter jets and the accelerated delivery of previously purchased equipment will continue to be advanced.
2026-10-05
Russian guided bombs and drones struck Kharkiv, Ukraine, on October 5, killing 3 people and injuring dozens.
2026-10-05
After launching a large-scale offensive, Yemeni forces have recaptured the Red Sea port city of Mocha as well as strategic territory overlooking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
2026-10-03
According to a Financial Times report on October 3, Zelensky has asked Trump to sanction Chinese and Russian companies involved in Russia's "Dawn" satellite network, which is expected to be launched by the end of 2026 or the beginning of 2027. The first batch of 16 satellites has already been launched on March 23.
2026-10-02
The first batch of the newly ordered F-16V Block 70 fighter jets that Taiwan purchased from the United States has been delivered and arrived at Taitung Air Base.
2026-10
President Trump announced during a midterm election rally in Montana that the Department of War will establish an advanced weapons technology test range there, for testing autonomous weapons, space and hypersonic technologies.
Location: Montana, United States ·
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2026-10
Days after Trump announced an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, Ukraine used drones and missiles to strike a Russian oil refinery. Zelensky had previously said that restrictions on attacking Russian refinements had been lifted.
2026-10-01
In an article, Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that the handover of North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea does not amount to a diplomatic incident but is merely a diplomatic misunderstanding, and expressed hope of maintaining momentum with South Korea.
2026-09-30
U.S. Central Command announced that U.S. troops and equipment have withdrawn from the Erbil base in northern Iraq, marking the official end of the military mission against ISIS that began 12 years ago.
2026-06-18
On the evening of June 18, 2026, nearly 200 Ukrainian drones struck Moscow and surrounding areas, marking Ukraine's largest attack on the Russian capital since the war began.
2026
According to Ukrainian media reports, after deducting combat losses, the Ukrainian Air Force has about 39 F-16s from the Netherlands and Denmark at most; Norway has additionally pledged 6, and Belgium up to 30.
2026-06
International oil prices fell back at the end of June, with Urals crude quickly dropping to around $59 per barrel, right at the break-even line of the Russian budget.
2026
In the first half of 2025 alone, Russian companies paid banks $95 billion in interest, a 54% increase year on year.
2026
In the first quarter of 2026, Russia recorded its first GDP contraction in three years, a year-on-year decline of 0.2%.
2026-05
Starting in late May 2026, fuel shortages across Russia began spreading to various regions.
2026-09-24
The German armored brigade deployed to Lithuania is not expected to be at full strength until the end of 2027.
2026-09-24
On September 24, according to a speech released on the Ukrainian President's official website, the Ukrainian President disclosed during his general debate speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York that the Ukrainian side has recently handed over two previously captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09-23
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio met with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov during the United Nations General Assembly, discussing the Russia-Ukraine war, and both sides expressed willingness to achieve a limited ceasefire.
Location: New York, United States ·
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2026-09-22
Ukrainian officials said on September 22 that Russia bombed Ukraine overnight using missiles and drones, killing 5 people.
2026-09-21
The US Department of State has approved a foreign military sale of air defense systems to Ukraine, including S-300 clone missiles, with a total estimated value of up to $2.68 billion.
2026-09-21
Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia over the weekend. The mayor of Moscow said this was the largest attack on the Russian capital to date; 450 drones were shot down during their approach, and a Moscow oil refinery and a residential building were damaged.
2026-09-20
On September 20, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on social media that the Security Service of Ukraine, Unmanned Systems Forces, and Special Operations Forces, among other departments, jointly launched a large-scale long-range drone strike against the Moscow region the previous night, successfully hitting critical Russian petroleum industrial facilities and logistical bases.
2026-09-20
On the final day of the Russian parliamentary elections, the skies over Moscow were hit by a large-scale drone attack. An oil refinery in the Moscow Oblast caught fire, billowing black smoke, and the area near the Kremlin was also affected.
2026-09-20
On September 20, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent held a meeting in New York with Chinese State Council Vice Premier He Lifeng on trade and artificial intelligence issues. Bessent called it a very successful engagement and said the two sides agreed to hold another round of talks, but did not disclose further details.
2026-09-20
After the Moscow refinery was hit on September 20, Zelensky spoke with Trump by phone, saying they discussed many issues and agreed to meet in New York, and thanking Trump for arranging visits to Kyiv by Witkoff and Kushner and the signing of the Lindsey Graham Act. According to Axios, Trump asked Zelensky to stop striking Russian refineries to avoid diesel shortages and price hikes; Zelensky said the strikes were aimed at cutting the Russian military's fuel supply, and Trump did not ask him to stop strikes on Russian territory.
2026-09-20
Around September 20, Poland said that intelligence in Warsaw's possession showed Russia was preparing combined drone and missile attacks against countries supporting Ukraine (including Poland), and stressed that these strikes could be packaged as accidents to test NATO's response.
2026-09-20
Around September 20, French President Emmanuel Macron said that Russia's hybrid warfare threat had escalated, calling for an immediate increase in vigilance and for plans to be drawn up to protect critical infrastructure and sensitive sites from drone and cyberattacks.
2026-09-20
Around September 20, the Swiss Federal Council adopted a new security strategy, strengthening national defense, protection of the population, and resilience, specifically targeting the threat of Russia's hybrid warfare and the risk of long-range attacks by drones or missiles.
2026-09-20
Around September 20, the Dutch Prime Minister stated that the threat of Russia's hybrid war has already been put into practice within the Netherlands, and stressed that the Netherlands must remain prepared to respond to such activities.
2026-09-17
Russia launched airstrikes on Ukraine from the night of September 17 to the early morning of September 18, hitting Zhytomyr, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa, resulting in three deaths, multiple injuries, and several fires. Meanwhile, voting began on Friday for the first State Duma parliamentary elections since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
2026-09-16
On September 16, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in an interview with Japan's NHK in Kyiv that China has not remained neutral in the Russia-Ukraine war, and that Chinese-made components are present in the missiles and drones used by the Russian military. Zelenskyy believes that China has massive influence over Russia, yet has seen no pressure from the Chinese side to end the war, and expressed regret that China has not politically stood on Ukraine's side.
2026-09-18
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te inspected a joint land‑sea‑air missile drill that included drones, stressing that the combined use of unmanned platforms and conventional weapons is a response to modern warfare and demonstrating the armed forces' confidence in defending the homeland.
2026-09-18
On September 18, Russia began the first parliamentary election voting since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The voting lasts three days and will elect 450 Duma deputies; critics say the Kremlin is almost certain to maintain its dominance due to the lack of a genuine opposition.
2026-09-18
On September 18, Moscow warned that certain British facilities inside Ukraine could be regarded as legitimate targets, threatening to spread beyond Ukraine; London subsequently condemned the threat.
2026-09-18
On the afternoon of September 18, a Russian military drone hit an administrative building in the center of Odesa. Serhii Lysak, head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, reported the incident on Telegram.
2026-09-18
The Russian Ministry of Defense said that Russian forces struck Ukrainian ports, vessels and logistics facilities, including a bulk carrier in Chernomorsk and a logistics center of Nova Poshta outside Odessa, claiming that the facility was used to store military supplies from Europe.
2026-09-18
The Russian Defense Ministry said that Russian air defense forces shot down 629 Ukrainian drones overnight across 14 different regions, Crimea, and over the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea.
2026-09-18
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stated that more than 350 Ukrainian drones flew toward Moscow, 64 of which were shot down.
2026-09-18
Rostov Oblast Governor Yuri Slyusar said that houses in the oblast were damaged in a Ukrainian drone attack, but there were no casualties.
2026-09-17
Polish Prime Minister Tusk warned in the Sejm that, according to intelligence, Russia plans to attack countries supporting Ukraine with drones and missiles, and that the most dangerous period is late autumn and this winter.
2026-09-17
In the early hours of September 17, Russian missiles and drones attacked Ukraine, injuring 20 people in Kyiv, 6 in Odesa, and 3 in Zaporizhzhia, while energy infrastructure in Sumy Oblast and Odesa Oblast was damaged. A Russian drone also struck a civilian vessel flying the Tanzanian flag in the Black Sea, killing the captain and injuring three crew members.
2026-09-17
From the night of September 17 to the early hours of September 18, a Russian military drone struck a train station in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, killing one person and injuring six others on a suburban electric train, and sparking a fire in two carriages.
2026-09-17
From the night of September 17 to the early hours of September 18, a Russian drone destroyed a shopping mall in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, injuring one person.
2026-09-17
The U.S. Air Force plans to formally deploy the F-15EX to Kadena Base in Japan in fiscal year 2027, while also planning to expand the F-15EX fleet to 267 aircraft.
2026-09-16
A Russian drone hit a passenger bus and a train in southern Ukraine, killing 5 people and injuring 7, with another train damaged; the Ukrainian side condemned the act as systematic killing of civilians.
2026-09-16
The Xiangshan Forum opened on September 16, with Defense Minister Dong Jun delivering a keynote address. The official communique highlighted the new security concept, multilateralism, dialogue and consultation, and common security, no longer emphasizing military deterrence in the Taiwan Strait.
2026-09-16
On September 16, Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels in Yemen launched a new round of mutual airstrikes: the Houthis fired dozens of ballistic missiles and drones at Saudi Aramco facilities in Yanbu and attacked the Khamis Mushait airbase; the Saudi-backed Yemeni authorities reported airstrikes on Houthi targets in Taiz and Marib provinces. The Houthis claimed that Saudi Arabia had launched over 450 airstrikes this week and shot down an F-15, which has not been independently verified.
2026-09-16
On September 16, a Russian drone struck a passenger train in Mykolaiv region; after being hit in the initial attack, the train was struck two more times. All 168 passengers and crew members were evacuated, and no one was injured.
2026-09-16
Ukraine's state railway operator told Reuters that Russia has attacked 1,700 railway facilities since 2026, exceeding the 1,206 recorded for all of 2025; this year, 120 passenger carriages, 304 locomotives and 43 stations have been damaged.
2026-09-15
In an interview aired on CBS on September 15, Zelenskyy stated that there is currently no agreement to stop attacking energy facilities, refuting Trump's previous claim that the two countries had agreed to cease such strikes. He noted that U.S. envoys Witkoff and Kushner proposed the idea during their visit to Kyiv, stating that any truce would imply an absolute halt to attacks on energy infrastructure.
2026-09-10
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that a trilateral meeting of the leaders of the US, Russia and Ukraine could be considered as early as late September, adding that such a meeting would help advance a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine.
2026-09-10
During a field exercise in Chittagong, Bangladesh, a Chinese-made T-59 modified tank suffered a barrel burst while conducting main gun firing training. The accident was recorded by cameras from multiple angles, killing two officers and soldiers and seriously injuring one officer, similar to a 2024 barrel burst accident involving the same tank type at the same location.
2026-09-10
The UK's Financial Times reported that CIA Director Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow was aimed at playing a greater role in Russia-Ukraine ceasefire negotiations, and said the White House declined to comment. White House principal deputy press secretary Anna Kelly tweeted a denial, saying the White House did not refuse to comment; rather, the Financial Times published its story ahead of the deadline, basing the report on low-level anonymous sources, and not a single one of the claimed conversations ever took place.
2026-09-09
Trump told reporters at Joint Base Andrews on September 9 that his September 8 call with Putin went well, that Russia wants to reach a deal, and that if Zelensky is also willing, a trilateral meeting among the United States, Russia, and Ukraine could be arranged. He also said that about 25,000 people had died on the Russia-Ukraine battlefield over the past month.
2026-09-09
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it hit two U.S. Navy destroyers in the Middle East, but U.S. Central Command debunked the claim, saying no U.S. Navy vessel was hit and that all of the IRGC's attacks failed; the strike was a response to Iran's failed attack on U.S. forces.
2026-09-08
President Trump spoke with Russian President Putin by phone to discuss the mediation of the Russia-Ukraine war, stating that both sides are willing to reach an agreement, and mentioning that 25,000 people died in the war last month.
2026-09-06
In September 2026, U.S. presidential envoys Witkoff and Kushner first visited Moscow, then traveled via Poland by special diplomatic train to Kyiv for the first time, holding several hours of talks with Zelensky. Zelensky said the territorial issue can only be resolved at the leadership level, and both sides gave positive assessments of their future outlook, but major differences remain over the Donbas issue.
2026-09-03
On September 3, 2026, Putin said at the Eastern Economic Forum that there is an opportunity for peace between Russia and Ukraine, that fully restoring Russia-US relations is his wish, and he thanked everyone who has pushed for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, saying that the intelligence services of the two countries have remained in contact.
2026-09
U.S. President Trump said on social media that a Ukrainian drone attack caused a Russian diesel refinery to be bombed and temporarily shut down, and he said the war must end.
2026-09
Ukrainian President Zelensky responded to Trump's remarks, saying the war must end, and looks forward to meeting Trump during this week's UN General Assembly in New York.
2026-09
According to investigations by U.S. think tanks and intelligence agencies, Putin is preparing to mobilize another 300,000 troops, primarily to fill the gaps on the Ukrainian battlefield.
2026-09
During the G20 finance ministers' meeting, Bessent held talks with the Russian finance minister, discussing the Russia-Ukraine war and sanctions issues.
2026-09
In September 2026, the US think tank Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) released a report stating that, due to consumption from the war in Iran, the US military's existing stockpiles of precision munitions such as Patriot, Tomahawk and THAAD would likely last only about one month if a conflict broke out with China, and that replenishing them to the level needed for operations against China would take years, drawing widespread coverage from various quarters.
2026-09
In September 2026, US special envoy Witkoff told reporters after the shuttle diplomacy of the Russia-Ukraine special envoy concluded that negotiations were progressing positively and that he was confident of arranging a meeting among the leaders of the United States, Russia and Ukraine.
2026-09-01
On September 1, 2026, the Chinese Embassy in Russia issued a safety alert for studying in Russia, unusually including a warning about conscription, stressing that foreign students are not related to Russian military service and requiring them to contact the embassy or consulate immediately upon receiving a conscription notice.
2026-09
The Chinese military and the Egyptian military held the Eagle of Civilization 2026 joint exercise. Chinese domestic media reported that the J-16 fighter jet engaged in simulated air combat with the Egyptian Air Force's Rafale and won a sweeping victory.
2026-09
The wing carried out its first live-ordnance drop test at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada from late August to early September, verifying air-to-ground strike effectiveness — the first time such a test has been completed by a frontline combat unit.
2026-09
From late August to early September, the U.S. Air Force completed its first F-15EX live munitions drop test at Nellis Air Force Base, carried out by the 142nd Wing of the Oregon Air National Guard; the first F-15EX designated for permanent stationing at Kadena Air Base rolled off the production line at the end of August, and the U.S. Air Force plans to deploy the type to Kadena and expand the fleet to 267 aircraft in fiscal year 2027.
2026-09
In September 2026, Kim Jong-un said in a letter to Putin that Russia's war against Ukraine is a sacred war to defend national security interests and international justice, and expressed firm belief that Russia will achieve victory.
2026-08-31
On August 29, 2026, Reuters cited an interview with Finnish President Alexander Stubb, reporting that during his visit to Finland this summer, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated face-to-face that China would never allow Russia to use nuclear weapons.
2026-08-24
During Ukraine's Independence Day, British Prime Minister Burnham visited Kyiv, accused Russia of making intolerable threats against the UK, and promised to provide Ukraine with declassified technical blueprints and support for long-range missile production.
2026-08-18
Bill Gertz reported that the Pentagon is reviewing low-yield nuclear weapon options in order to give the president more options in a localized conflict.
2026-08-11
The Iran-aligned Yemeni Houthi movement attacked the Tanzania-flagged cargo ship Tihama in the Red Sea, resulting in at least three deaths.
2026-08-10
Taiwan's Han Kuang 42 exercise has launched urban resilience drills across seven central counties and cities, simulating attacks on communication facilities and implementing mobile internet throttling during air defense drills for the first time.
2026-08-05
Zelenskyy stated that the number of air defense missiles Ukraine received this year is only one-third of last year's, and there is a severe shortage of US Patriot system interceptors.
2026-08-05
The Taiwan military will conduct its first test of defense and enemy obstruction capabilities at the Danjiang Bridge, a transportation hub at the mouth of the Tamsui River, and will mobilize one reserve brigade from both the north and south, totaling approximately 5,000 personnel.
2026-08-04
An attack-type drone carrying explosives was found near Leipzig Airport in Germany, suspected to target a Ukrainian transport aircraft. The German military then intervened and launched an investigation, confirming the drone was dispatched by Russia. This incident has led to highly tense Germany-Russia relations.
2026-08
In early August, an explosive-laden attack drone targeting Ukrainian transport planes suddenly appeared near Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany and was subsequently shot down by the German military. Following an investigation confirming that Russia was responsible, Germany announced the expulsion of dozens of diplomatic personnel from the Russian Consulate General in Bonn, triggering a diplomatic storm of mutual expulsions of diplomats between the two countries.
2026-08
According to CSIS expert Lin Yang's remarks at a seminar in September, US Indo-Pacific Command Commander Paparo and PLA Eastern Theater Command Commander Yang Zhibin held their first theater-level face-to-face meeting during the Indo-Pacific Defense Chiefs Meeting held in Canada in late August.
2026-07-26
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he has convened a 'deep strike' meeting and updated the list of priority targets for long-range sanctions against Russia, with Ukrainian military strike capabilities now exceeding 3,000 kilometers.
2026-07-23
The U.S. Navy's official website published a press release detailing the live-fire sinking exercise conducted during this year's RIMPAC exercise, along with the weapons and equipment participating in the exercise.
2026-07-10
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that senior Chinese officials have clearly conveyed Beijing's red line to the West: Russia is strictly forbidden from using nuclear weapons.
2026-07-10
Hours before the meeting between Trump and Zelensky, Russia launched attacks on multiple locations across Ukraine, killing at least 7 people, including one person in Kyiv.
2026-07-09
Major European media outlets have exposed top-secret Sino-Russian military-industrial cooperation documents, revealing plans by China to assist the Russian military in targeting Elon Musk's Starlink system.
2026-07-09
On July 9, 2026, The Economist revealed remarks made in an interview by Russian oligarch Andrei Melnichenko, in which he warned that if the Russia-Ukraine war continues, Russia could face defeat and ultimately end up as a vassal of China.
2026-07-07
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha confirmed receiving a formal invitation from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to visit China, breaking the exclusive China-Russia channel.
2026-07-07
NATO Secretary General Rutte met with representatives of Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, exchanging views on the Russia-Ukraine war, China's posture in the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait, and North Korea policy.
2026-07-02
The Ukrainian Air Force stated that the Russian army launched 74 missiles and 496 drones, including 24 ballistic missiles; air defense departments reported that multiple missiles and drones hit their targets.
2026-07
The two-day NATO summit concluded in Ankara, Turkey. The meeting focused on defense burden-sharing between the U.S. and its European allies, the future trajectory of the Russia-Ukraine war, and the role of China and Indo-Pacific security in NATO's strategy. This summit aimed to secure U.S. commitment to NATO and push member states to increase defense spending.
2026-07
The NATO Ankara Summit issued a six-point declaration, reaffirming NATO's collective defense commitment and announcing a new procurement plan worth approximately $50 billion to fulfill the pledge of increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP. The declaration also mentioned building NATO 3.0, supporting Ukraine, and addressing the broader security environment.
2026-07
Hu Zhendong said that some people within Taiwan's military have signed documents pledging to surrender to China or promising not to fight, and he views this as a problem of infiltration and cognitive warfare.
2026-07
The NATO summit was held in Ankara, focusing on enhancing defense capabilities, defense budgets, the situation in Iran, and the Russia-Ukraine war, among other issues.
2026-07
After June 25, 2026, Putin began calling on Ukraine to resume peace talks.
2026-07
After the NATO leaders' summit, U.S. President Trump held bilateral talks with Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss how to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump also held talks with Syrian President Ahmed Shara.
2026-07
Taiwan Army's 8th Corps held a live-fire exercise at the Jiupeng training ground in Pingtung, conducting shooting training with equipment including the Avenger air defense system, Stinger missiles, and Apache helicopters.
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2026-06-29
On June 29, 2026, CCTV News reported that Putin proposed that Russia and Ukraine stop striking each other's deep targets; however, comparing Putin's public speech with foreign media reports, the initiative to halt such strikes was actually proposed by Ukraine and rejected by Putin, meaning CCTV's report seriously inverted the facts.
2026-06-25
On June 25, 2026, Ukrainian drones flew about 1400 kilometers to attack the Ufa refinery cluster, hitting two of three refineries; Reuters reported the same day that Russia's fourth-largest refinery, the Nizhny Novgorod (Kstovo) refinery, was knocked out of operation.
2026-06-16
On June 16 and June 18, 2026, Ukrainian drones struck the Moscow Kapotnya refinery twice. The plant supplies about 40% of the gasoline and 50% of the diesel used in the Moscow region.
2026-06-10
Two naval aviators of the Southern Theater Command, Shi Shaoyong and Fang Ming, were killed on the same day during night flight training. The authorities disclosed their deaths only through the burials and obituaries, without releasing any report on the accident.
2026-06
Ukrainian drones successfully attacked an oil and gas company building in St. Petersburg, Russia, and the area near the Baltic Naval Base, coinciding with Putin hosting an international economic forum there.
2026-06
In his recent remarks on the Russia-Ukraine war, Trump's attitude shifted from saying Ukraine had no cards to play to suggesting that Ukraine may reclaim all of its lost territory.
2026-06
By June 2026, dozens of regions in Russia had implemented strict fuel rationing measures, such as limiting each vehicle to 20 liters of fuel per fill-up and prohibiting refueling of jerrycans.
2026-06
In June 2026, Russia's average daily gasoline production fell about 25% year-on-year (compared with June 2025) due to production stoppages at refineries hit by drone attacks.
2026-05
In May 2026, a delegation of 41 senior executives from U.S. defense firms, led by retired U.S. Air Force General Flynn, visited Taiwan to attend the Taiwan-U.S. Defense Industry Forum, holding discussions on joint weapons development and supply chain integration.
2026-04-28
On April 28, the Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim Jong-un, in his unveiling speech for the Monument to Fallen North Korean Soldiers in Pyongyang, mentioned the “self‑detonation” soldiers twice, acknowledging that North Korean soldiers used self‑detonation on the Ukrainian battlefield to avoid capture.
2026-03
In March of this year, Xi Jinping explicitly demanded that the People's Liberation Army put every penny of the military budget "where it counts," stressing that the military must live frugally.
2026
Germany's 2026 defense budget plans to spend 19.8 billion euros.
2026-01
From January to May 2026, the budget deficit of the Russian Federation reached 6.01 trillion rubles, accounting for 2.6% of GDP, about 1.6 times the planned full-year deficit of 3.79 trillion rubles.
2025-12
Urals crude oil prices have begun to recover from the low of $39 per barrel in December 2025.
2025-09
During the UN General Assembly in September 2025, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned the Russian leadership that Ukraine knows the locations of their bunkers.
2025
Germany's 2025 defense budget plan will spend 241 billion euros.
2025
Russia's gold reserves have dropped from more than 400 tonnes before the war to 139 tonnes.
2025
By mid-2025, the liquid assets of Russia's National Wealth Fund had fallen to only 2.8 trillion rubles, roughly 20 to 30 billion dollars.
2024-10
In October last year, the number of tanks in Russia's inventory was 2887.
2024-09-05
U.S. Envoy Vickov and Kushner met separately with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky, but no framework agreement was reached.
2024-09
Bloomberg once again mentioned in its report the German hospitals' contingency plan for handling 1,000 casualties per day, sparking attention.
2024-05
A poll shows that in countries including Germany, France, Poland, and the UK, the majority of the public opposes sending troops to Ukraine.
2024-04
The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service assesses that as long as the war in Ukraine continues, the possibility of Russia launching a conventional war against NATO can be almost entirely ruled out.
2024-04
The EU Defense Commissioner released data estimating that Russia can manufacture approximately 1,100 cruise missiles and 900 ballistic missiles per year.
2023-09
Reuters reported on the contingency plans made by German hospitals to handle 1,000 casualties per day.
2023-06
Germany has announced the deployment of an armored brigade to Lithuania, but it is not expected to reach full strength until the end of 2027.
2022-09
When the Putin regime carried out mobilization at the end of 2022, millions of people fled directly to countries such as Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Armenia.
2022-08
Poland has signed a contract with Germany for 180 K2 tanks, with delivery expected to be completed by November 2025.
2022-03-01
On March 1, 2022, Jin Xing posted on Weibo about the Chained Woman of Xuzhou and the Russia-Ukraine war, calling for opposition to the war. The post was subsequently blocked, and her account was banned.
2022-02-24
The Russian military has begun a full-scale military operation against Ukraine, and the Russia-Ukraine war has escalated comprehensively.
2022-02-24
On February 24, 2022, Putin announced the launch of a "special military operation," and Russian forces invaded Ukraine on four fronts, after which Western countries backed Ukraine.
2022-02-04
On February 4, 2022, the opening day of the Beijing Winter Olympics, Xi Jinping and Putin held talks and issued a joint statement claiming that China-Russia friendship has “no limits” and cooperation has “no forbidden areas.” Twenty days later, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
2022
In early 2022, the liquid assets of Russia's National Wealth Fund were about $113.5 billion, accounting for roughly 7% of its GDP.
2020-02
On the eve of the Russia-Ukraine war, Germany established a €100 billion special defense fund and signed orders for tanks, artillery, and fighter jets with countries including Poland, South Korea, and the United States.