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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 7h

THIS!! Huge blow for Putin’s war machine as UK sanctions Russian oil

www.gov.uk/government/n...

Huge blow for Putin’s war machine as UK sanctions Russian oil

Russia’s largest oil companies and global businesses propping up Putin’s illegal war have been hit by fresh sanctions as the UK moves to increase pressure on Kremlin revenues.

www.gov.uk

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Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 14h

Ahead of Zelensky’s Washington visit, retired US military officers are calling for maximum support – including deep-strike capabilities – for Ukraine.

www.kyivpost.com/post/62101

Escalation or Surrender: Only Pressure Can Force Putin to Negotiate, Military Experts Urge Trump

Ahead of President Zelensky’s Washington visit, retired US military officers are calling for maximum support – including deep-strike capabilities – for Ukraine.

www.kyivpost.com

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Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 1d

“Push Putin, pressure allies” – Trump reportedly ties the Tomahawk missile deal to Germany’s missile transfer.

www.kyivpost.com/post/62010

‘Push Putin, Pressure Allies’ – Trump Reportedly Ties Tomahawk Deal to German Missile Transfer

The US President is nearing a decision on Tomahawk missiles, a move sources tell Kyiv Post is calculated to compel Moscow and end allied hesitation. Zelensky’s visit will seal defense cooperation.

www.kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 1d

NAILS IT!!! Zelenskyy to NATO: Putin Can Be Forced to Make Peace - 'Like Any Other Terrorist'

Zelenskyy: "... Even Hamas is now preparing to release hostages. If this is possible, then Putin can also be forced to restore peace"

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 2d

THIS!!! Ukrainian counteroffensive has made gains in southern Zaporizhzhia region as well as in Donetsk region, Zelenskyy confirmed.

Donetsk is the focal point of the conflict and where Kyiv has been reporting successes.

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 2d

THIS!! The clock is ticking for russia to release 20,000 Ukrainian children they've abducted.

Oct 22: Senate Foreign Relations Committee will mark up the bill to label russia a State Sponsor of Terrorism under US law if they don't

👉 www.foreign.senate.gov/hearings/bus...

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 2d

The ISW assessed the event as the first instance of “little green men” operating near a NATO state in the context of russia’s recently intensified “Phase Zero” campaign – a condition-setting phase for a possible future NATO-russia conflict.

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 2d

NEW!! “Putin is a cornered rat and desperate,” Congressman Don Bacon told me after russian troops briefly appeared on Estonian border

“Estonia has every reason to be vigilant and take precautions, and NATO should be acting in support,” Congressman said

www.kyivpost.com/post/61940

‘Putin is Cornered Rat’ – US Congressman Warns After Russian Troops Appear on Estonian Border

Speaking to Kyiv Post, Congressman Don Bacon urged NATO vigilance after Tallinn closes border road over sighting of armed Russian personnel. Estonia plays down the threat after closing border.

www.kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 5d

Keep the memes coming 🇺🇦🏆

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 5d

THIS!! ‘Major Win for Ukraine, Baltics’ – U.S. Senate Defies Chaos to Pass Defense Bill

Amid political chaos, Senators approve funds for the Baltic Security Initiative and mandate action on Ukraine children abducted during the conflict.

READ 👉 www.kyivpost.com/post/61805

‘Major Win for Ukraine, Baltics’ – US Senate Defies Chaos to Pass Defense Bill

Amid political chaos, US Senators approve funds for the Baltic Security Initiative and mandate action on Ukraine children abducted during the conflict.

www.kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 6d

NEW!!! US officials flatly rejected Moscow’s latest accusations on Ukraine peace, asserting their consistent position "before, during and after Alaska summit," and declaring the Kremlin "can only speak to itself"

READ 👇 kyivpost.com/post/61714

Peace Mirage: White House Moves to Pressure as Diplomatic Window Closes Over Russia’s Warning

US officials reject the Kremlin’s “baseless” claims; former Ambassador Herbst insists only economic pressure and weapons – including Tomahawks – will persuade Putin to end his aggression.

kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 6d

THIS!! Key U.S. Senators condemn 'egregious' crackdown in Georgia as political crisis deepens

Bipartisan foreign relations chiefs warn 'Georgian Dream' is undermining democracy and threaten review of bilateral ties.

www.foreign.senate.gov/press/dem/re...

Ranking Member Shaheen, Chairman Risch Statement on Deteriorating Political Situation in Georgia | United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Jim Risch (R-ID), Ranking Member and Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee,...

www.foreign.senate.gov

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 8d

NEW!!! Senator Shaheen Staff Hand-Delivers Letters to Detained Journalists and Lawyer in Azerbaijan

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 8d

NAILS IT!!! "Georgians will fight for their democracy and freedom, and GD can take its fragile place among other paranoid, insecure dictatorships that know their days are numbered," Laura Thornton writes

READ 👇
www.justsecurity.org/122040/georg...

After Another Sham Election in Georgia, the Country’s Citizens Persist

Georgians will fight for their democracy. The ruling party is now one more paranoid, insecure dictatorship that knows its days are numbered.

www.justsecurity.org

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 8d

Putin aims to undermine Europe’s political order, Merz says.

He linked recent drone incidents across Europe to Russian intimidation efforts, saying, "We will not be intimidated and we will defend ourselves effectively."

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 8d

NEW!! Merz accuses Putin of waging hybrid war on Germany, saying Moscow's campaign "extends beyond Ukraine to target all of Europe."

"He is waging an information war against us. He is waging a military war against Ukraine and this war is directed against all of us"

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 8d

Tomahawk Decision ‘Sort of Made’, Says Trump, as Conditions Emerge

Approval of long-range cruise missile sales hinges on Kyiv providing the White House with clarity on its plans for striking deep into russian territory.

kyivpost.com/post/61555

Tomahawk Decision ‘Sort of Made’, Says Trump, as Conditions Emerge

Approval of long-range cruise missile sales hinges on Kyiv providing the White House with clarity on its plans for striking deep into Russian territory.

kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 12d

NEW!!! Trump Admin Clears $51M in Arms Sales for Ukraine, Allies

The “dual-track” approach – arming Kyiv while weighing intelligence for deep strikes inside Russia – marks a significant pivot in US policy, sources says

READ 👉 kyivpost.com/post/61352

‘Immediate Boost’ – Trump Clears $51M in Arms Sales for Ukraine, Allies

The “dual-track” approach – arming Kyiv while weighing intelligence for deep strikes inside Russia – marks a significant pivot in US policy, sources tell Kyiv Post

kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 13d

THIS!! U.S. Congress Backs ‘Practical Framework’ for Ukraine War Crimes Tribunal

A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced a resolution on commending Council of Europe for securing agreement with Zelenskyy to establish Special Tribunal

READ 👉 kyivpost.com/post/61276

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 13d

NEW! Shutdown Standoff: Ukraine Support Intact For Now, As White House Embraces Political Fight

US officials confirm key shipments continue, yet experts warn deepening partisan deadlock threatens vital equipment against unprecedented russian aggression

READ 👉 www.kyivpost.com/post/61273

Shutdown Standoff: Ukraine Support Intact For Now, As White House Embraces Political Fight

US officials confirm key shipments continue, yet experts warn deepening partisan deadlock threatens vital equipment against ‘unprecedented’ Russian aggression.

www.kyivpost.com

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Alex Raufoglu @ralexdc.bsky.social · 14d

NEW! ‘Stop Freezing, Start Seizing’: U.S. Senators Demand $10B Monthly Lifeline for Kyiv Funded by Moscow

Powerful bipartisan push demands G7 bypass legal caution, seize $300B in Russian assets, and fund Kyiv with $10B monthly tranches.

READ! 👉 www.kyivpost.com/post/61189

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Kyiv Post @kyivpost.com · 14d

Trump’s disclosure of a submarine deployment in response to threats from Putin’s chief provocateur, Medvedev, is overshadowed by a military purge and congressional backlash against the erosion of US foreign policy focus.

www.kyivpost.com/post/61184

Trump Boasts of Submarine Deployment but His Focus Now on Enemy Within

Trump’s revelation of a submarine deployment to counter Medvedev’s threats is eclipsed by the military purge and congressional backlash over the erosion of US foreign policy focus.

www.kyivpost.com