Tim Mak
@timkmak.bsky.social
Founder, The Counteroffensive: Compelling human stories to illustrate news of the war in Ukraine. Fmr US Army medic.
https://www.counteroffensive.news/
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Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Ukraine-Russia talks have been suspended, Ukrainian First Deputy FM told the Times, after Russia has consistently obstructed progress during peace talks.
This follows Russia's call for peace talks with Ukraine yesterday.
Ukraine-Russia talks have been suspended, Ukrainian First Deputy FM told the Times, after Russia has consistently obstructed progress during peace talks.
This follows Russia's call for peace talks with Ukraine yesterday.
Кислиця заявив, що переговори з рф припинені, і пригадав, як Києву пропонували створити чат у WhatsApp
Перший заступник міністра закордонних справ Сергій Кислиця заявив, що мирні переговори із росією наразі припинені.
hromadske.ua
November 13, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Ukraine-Russia talks have been suspended, Ukrainian First Deputy FM told the Times, after Russia has consistently obstructed progress during peace talks.
This follows Russia's call for peace talks with Ukraine yesterday.
Ukraine-Russia talks have been suspended, Ukrainian First Deputy FM told the Times, after Russia has consistently obstructed progress during peace talks.
This follows Russia's call for peace talks with Ukraine yesterday.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
UK national security adviser tried to create a back channel to Putin fearing Trump may sideline the EU on Ukraine, FT writes.
The talks were intended to communicate the UK's position to Russia but failed to make any progress.
UK national security adviser tried to create a back channel to Putin fearing Trump may sideline the EU on Ukraine, FT writes.
The talks were intended to communicate the UK's position to Russia but failed to make any progress.
UK’s Jonathan Powell contacted Moscow in bid to build back channel to Vladimir Putin
Kremlin confirms contact but says ‘mutual exchange of views proved impossible’
www.ft.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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UK national security adviser tried to create a back channel to Putin fearing Trump may sideline the EU on Ukraine, FT writes.
The talks were intended to communicate the UK's position to Russia but failed to make any progress.
UK national security adviser tried to create a back channel to Putin fearing Trump may sideline the EU on Ukraine, FT writes.
The talks were intended to communicate the UK's position to Russia but failed to make any progress.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Ukraine's anti-corruption organs have detained 5 of 7 suspects of a major corruption scandal in the energy sector.
One of the accused, and Zelenskyy long-time associate, Timur Mindich, fled before he could be detained.
Ukraine's anti-corruption organs have detained 5 of 7 suspects of a major corruption scandal in the energy sector.
One of the accused, and Zelenskyy long-time associate, Timur Mindich, fled before he could be detained.
Масштабна корупція в енергетиці: НАБУ повідомило про підозру Карлсону та ще 6 посадовцям
Національне антикорупційне бюро повідомило про підозри сімом членам злочинної організації, які, за даними слідства, причетні до масштабної корупційної схеми в енергетиці.
hromadske.ua
November 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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Ukraine's anti-corruption organs have detained 5 of 7 suspects of a major corruption scandal in the energy sector.
One of the accused, and Zelenskyy long-time associate, Timur Mindich, fled before he could be detained.
Ukraine's anti-corruption organs have detained 5 of 7 suspects of a major corruption scandal in the energy sector.
One of the accused, and Zelenskyy long-time associate, Timur Mindich, fled before he could be detained.
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
In the towns near Ukraine's frontline, Russian FPV drones hunt civilians, a new tactic called a "human safari".
Yana, who lives in Kherson, regularly sees these drones and the damage they cause.
In the towns near Ukraine's frontline, Russian FPV drones hunt civilians, a new tactic called a "human safari".
Yana, who lives in Kherson, regularly sees these drones and the damage they cause.
Russia’s disturbing human ‘safaris’
Violating the laws of war, Russians have created a sick game of hunting civilians with FPV drones near the frontline. We take you behind the scenes, to the people most affected.
www.counteroffensive.news
November 10, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
In the towns near Ukraine's frontline, Russian FPV drones hunt civilians, a new tactic called a "human safari".
Yana, who lives in Kherson, regularly sees these drones and the damage they cause.
In the towns near Ukraine's frontline, Russian FPV drones hunt civilians, a new tactic called a "human safari".
Yana, who lives in Kherson, regularly sees these drones and the damage they cause.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Hate crimes against Ukrainians are on the rise in Poland, as support for Ukraine dwindles.
Warsaw-based pollster CBOS found that 48% of Poles favor accepting more Ukrainian refugees, down from 94% in 2022.
Hate crimes against Ukrainians are on the rise in Poland, as support for Ukraine dwindles.
Warsaw-based pollster CBOS found that 48% of Poles favor accepting more Ukrainian refugees, down from 94% in 2022.
Poland’s Support for Ukrainians Is Cracking at a Dangerous Time
An increase in hate crime comes as aid for Kyiv takes center stage in a political battle in Warsaw.
www.bloomberg.com
November 9, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Hate crimes against Ukrainians are on the rise in Poland, as support for Ukraine dwindles.
Warsaw-based pollster CBOS found that 48% of Poles favor accepting more Ukrainian refugees, down from 94% in 2022.
Hate crimes against Ukrainians are on the rise in Poland, as support for Ukraine dwindles.
Warsaw-based pollster CBOS found that 48% of Poles favor accepting more Ukrainian refugees, down from 94% in 2022.
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
November 8, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Kyiv alone has endured 1,903 air raid alerts and 95 days of Russian airstrikes.
Zoriana tells us what it's like to spend a night sheltering in her local subway station.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
A Russian soldier was sentenced to life in prison for killing a Ukrainian prisoner of war.
At least 322 such cases have occurred since 2022, but this is the first time the perpetrator is within the court’s jurisdiction.
A Russian soldier was sentenced to life in prison for killing a Ukrainian prisoner of war.
At least 322 such cases have occurred since 2022, but this is the first time the perpetrator is within the court’s jurisdiction.
www.reuters.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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A Russian soldier was sentenced to life in prison for killing a Ukrainian prisoner of war.
At least 322 such cases have occurred since 2022, but this is the first time the perpetrator is within the court’s jurisdiction.
A Russian soldier was sentenced to life in prison for killing a Ukrainian prisoner of war.
At least 322 such cases have occurred since 2022, but this is the first time the perpetrator is within the court’s jurisdiction.
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Ukraine has once again been plunged into darkness by Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure.
For Ukrainian mothers, like Myroslava, this means dealing with the stress and mess of caring for an infant – with no power.
Ukraine has once again been plunged into darkness by Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure.
For Ukrainian mothers, like Myroslava, this means dealing with the stress and mess of caring for an infant – with no power.
November 6, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Ukraine has once again been plunged into darkness by Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure.
For Ukrainian mothers, like Myroslava, this means dealing with the stress and mess of caring for an infant – with no power.
Ukraine has once again been plunged into darkness by Russia's attacks on energy infrastructure.
For Ukrainian mothers, like Myroslava, this means dealing with the stress and mess of caring for an infant – with no power.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Ukraine will open arms export and co-production offices in Berlin and Copenhagen, naval drones and artillery will be the main weapons exports.
This will help Ukraine raise funds to buy fighter jets and air defence systems.
Ukraine will open arms export and co-production offices in Berlin and Copenhagen, naval drones and artillery will be the main weapons exports.
This will help Ukraine raise funds to buy fighter jets and air defence systems.
Ukraine to set up arms export offices in Berlin, Copenhagen, Zelenskiy says
Ukraine will set up offices for arms exports and joint weapons production in Berlin and Copenhagen this year, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday.
www.reuters.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Ukraine will open arms export and co-production offices in Berlin and Copenhagen, naval drones and artillery will be the main weapons exports.
This will help Ukraine raise funds to buy fighter jets and air defence systems.
Ukraine will open arms export and co-production offices in Berlin and Copenhagen, naval drones and artillery will be the main weapons exports.
This will help Ukraine raise funds to buy fighter jets and air defence systems.
Here's what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
The UK supplied Ukraine with long-range Storm Shadow missiles, allowing Ukraine to continue hitting Russian oil facilities.
U.S. sanctions and Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil facilities have weakened the Russian economy.
The UK supplied Ukraine with long-range Storm Shadow missiles, allowing Ukraine to continue hitting Russian oil facilities.
U.S. sanctions and Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil facilities have weakened the Russian economy.
UK Sends Ukraine More Storm Shadow Missiles to Strike in Russia
The UK government recently resupplied Ukraine with more Storm Shadow cruise missiles to enable Kyiv to continue its campaign of long-range strikes inside Russia, people familiar with the matter said.
www.bloomberg.com
November 3, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Here's what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
The UK supplied Ukraine with long-range Storm Shadow missiles, allowing Ukraine to continue hitting Russian oil facilities.
U.S. sanctions and Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil facilities have weakened the Russian economy.
The UK supplied Ukraine with long-range Storm Shadow missiles, allowing Ukraine to continue hitting Russian oil facilities.
U.S. sanctions and Ukraine’s strikes on Russian oil facilities have weakened the Russian economy.
Here's what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Russia fired 270 missiles at Ukraine in October - a 46% jump from September and the most since 2023.
As winter nears, Russia is again targeting Ukraine’s energy grid with its most aggressive missile attacks in nearly two years.
Russia fired 270 missiles at Ukraine in October - a 46% jump from September and the most since 2023.
As winter nears, Russia is again targeting Ukraine’s energy grid with its most aggressive missile attacks in nearly two years.
Russian Missile Strikes On Ukraine Hit 2.5-year High
Russia fired more missiles at Ukraine in October than in any month since at least the start of 2023 as it pounded the country's energy grid in night-time attacks, an AFP analysis of Ukrainian data sho...
www.barrons.com
November 2, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Here's what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Russia fired 270 missiles at Ukraine in October - a 46% jump from September and the most since 2023.
As winter nears, Russia is again targeting Ukraine’s energy grid with its most aggressive missile attacks in nearly two years.
Russia fired 270 missiles at Ukraine in October - a 46% jump from September and the most since 2023.
As winter nears, Russia is again targeting Ukraine’s energy grid with its most aggressive missile attacks in nearly two years.
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Hungary was once a budding democracy. Today, it hosts dictators and repeatedly acts in Russia’s favour.
István, once an Orbán supporter, is watching Hungary bend towards Moscow and is worried there may not be a path back.
Hungary was once a budding democracy. Today, it hosts dictators and repeatedly acts in Russia’s favour.
István, once an Orbán supporter, is watching Hungary bend towards Moscow and is worried there may not be a path back.
How Hungary Became Putin’s EU Favorite
In 2004 Hungary joined the EU. Now, under Orbán's rule, it hosts dictators and blocks Ukraine’s accession. István, who was once in Orban’s party, watched the leader’s dramatic rightward shift.
www.counteroffensive.news
November 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Good morning readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Hungary was once a budding democracy. Today, it hosts dictators and repeatedly acts in Russia’s favour.
István, once an Orbán supporter, is watching Hungary bend towards Moscow and is worried there may not be a path back.
Hungary was once a budding democracy. Today, it hosts dictators and repeatedly acts in Russia’s favour.
István, once an Orbán supporter, is watching Hungary bend towards Moscow and is worried there may not be a path back.
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Ukrainian troops rescued a camel used by the Russian military near Russian positions in the Kharkiv region.
Russia adopts low-tech solutions as the war decreases Russia’s hi-tech equipment and highly skilled manpower.
Ukrainian troops rescued a camel used by the Russian military near Russian positions in the Kharkiv region.
Russia adopts low-tech solutions as the war decreases Russia’s hi-tech equipment and highly skilled manpower.
Ukraine rescues camel used by Russian military
Moscow uses camels, horses and donkeys on front line to address stalled advance
www.telegraph.co.uk
October 31, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Ukrainian troops rescued a camel used by the Russian military near Russian positions in the Kharkiv region.
Russia adopts low-tech solutions as the war decreases Russia’s hi-tech equipment and highly skilled manpower.
Ukrainian troops rescued a camel used by the Russian military near Russian positions in the Kharkiv region.
Russia adopts low-tech solutions as the war decreases Russia’s hi-tech equipment and highly skilled manpower.
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Russians struck critical infrastructure, targeting the heating and energy facilities, causing power outages and killing at least 2.
They had stockpiled weapons for a week to plunge Ukrainians into darkness as winter approaches.
Russians struck critical infrastructure, targeting the heating and energy facilities, causing power outages and killing at least 2.
They had stockpiled weapons for a week to plunge Ukrainians into darkness as winter approaches.
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t.me
October 30, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
Russians struck critical infrastructure, targeting the heating and energy facilities, causing power outages and killing at least 2.
They had stockpiled weapons for a week to plunge Ukrainians into darkness as winter approaches.
Russians struck critical infrastructure, targeting the heating and energy facilities, causing power outages and killing at least 2.
They had stockpiled weapons for a week to plunge Ukrainians into darkness as winter approaches.
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
A New Zealand-based insurance company run by a British family has been insuring sanctioned Russian and Iranian shadow fleet tankers.
These vessel allowed Russia and Iran to circumvent international sanctions on their oil.
A New Zealand-based insurance company run by a British family has been insuring sanctioned Russian and Iranian shadow fleet tankers.
These vessel allowed Russia and Iran to circumvent international sanctions on their oil.
Iran, Russia and the New Zealand insurer that kept their sanctioned oil flowing
A dark fleet of tankers carried tens of billions of dollars of Iranian and Russian oil to Asia, evading Western sanctions. Reuters found the ships were connected by one thing: a small insurance company in New Zealand, run by a British family.
www.reuters.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Here’s what The Counteroffensive is reading today:
A New Zealand-based insurance company run by a British family has been insuring sanctioned Russian and Iranian shadow fleet tankers.
These vessel allowed Russia and Iran to circumvent international sanctions on their oil.
A New Zealand-based insurance company run by a British family has been insuring sanctioned Russian and Iranian shadow fleet tankers.
These vessel allowed Russia and Iran to circumvent international sanctions on their oil.
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Ukrainian seniors are challenging stereotypes about age and becoming TikTok stars to cope with the stress and loneliness of war.
54-year-old Antonina creates content for her 55,000 followers during her work breaks.
Ukrainian seniors are challenging stereotypes about age and becoming TikTok stars to cope with the stress and loneliness of war.
54-year-old Antonina creates content for her 55,000 followers during her work breaks.
October 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Ukrainian seniors are challenging stereotypes about age and becoming TikTok stars to cope with the stress and loneliness of war.
54-year-old Antonina creates content for her 55,000 followers during her work breaks.
Ukrainian seniors are challenging stereotypes about age and becoming TikTok stars to cope with the stress and loneliness of war.
54-year-old Antonina creates content for her 55,000 followers during her work breaks.
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Russian troops entered Pokrovsk, sparking fierce battles.
If captured, Pokrovsk would give Moscow a strategic foothold in Donetsk and threaten nearby Ukrainian positions.
Russian troops entered Pokrovsk, sparking fierce battles.
If captured, Pokrovsk would give Moscow a strategic foothold in Donetsk and threaten nearby Ukrainian positions.
Russian Troops Reported Inside Pokrovsk As Ukraine Says Forces Hold City's Defenses
Ukrainian troops fire a self-propelled howitzer toward Russian troops near Pokrovsk earlier this month.
https://www.rferl.org/amp/ukraine-pokrovsk-russia-zelenkyy-putin-war/33570962.html\
October 27, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Russian troops entered Pokrovsk, sparking fierce battles.
If captured, Pokrovsk would give Moscow a strategic foothold in Donetsk and threaten nearby Ukrainian positions.
Russian troops entered Pokrovsk, sparking fierce battles.
If captured, Pokrovsk would give Moscow a strategic foothold in Donetsk and threaten nearby Ukrainian positions.
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Trump has now ruled out a potential upcoming summit with Putin in Budapest, telling reporters that “I’m not going to be wasting my time.”
The news comes two days after the White House said a Trump-Putin summit was “not completely off the table.”
Trump has now ruled out a potential upcoming summit with Putin in Budapest, telling reporters that “I’m not going to be wasting my time.”
The news comes two days after the White House said a Trump-Putin summit was “not completely off the table.”
'I'm not going to be wasting my time' — Trump rules out Putin meeting without Ukraine peace progress
"I've always had a great relationship with Vladimir Putin, but this has been very disappointing," U.S. President Donald Trump said.
kyivindependent.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Trump has now ruled out a potential upcoming summit with Putin in Budapest, telling reporters that “I’m not going to be wasting my time.”
The news comes two days after the White House said a Trump-Putin summit was “not completely off the table.”
Trump has now ruled out a potential upcoming summit with Putin in Budapest, telling reporters that “I’m not going to be wasting my time.”
The news comes two days after the White House said a Trump-Putin summit was “not completely off the table.”
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
As Russia’s war rages, therapy for servicemen becomes increasingly innovative.
At the Kyiv Hippodrome, horses are being used in therapy for soldiers. This week, Zoriana witnessed their healing up close.
As Russia’s war rages, therapy for servicemen becomes increasingly innovative.
At the Kyiv Hippodrome, horses are being used in therapy for soldiers. This week, Zoriana witnessed their healing up close.
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www.counteroffensive.news
October 25, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
As Russia’s war rages, therapy for servicemen becomes increasingly innovative.
At the Kyiv Hippodrome, horses are being used in therapy for soldiers. This week, Zoriana witnessed their healing up close.
As Russia’s war rages, therapy for servicemen becomes increasingly innovative.
At the Kyiv Hippodrome, horses are being used in therapy for soldiers. This week, Zoriana witnessed their healing up close.
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Chinese state-owned oil companies have suspended purchases of Russian oil by sea after the U.S. put sanctions on major Russian oil companies.
Indian oil refiners are also preparing to sharply reduce imports from Russia due to U.S. sanctions.
Chinese state-owned oil companies have suspended purchases of Russian oil by sea after the U.S. put sanctions on major Russian oil companies.
Indian oil refiners are also preparing to sharply reduce imports from Russia due to U.S. sanctions.
www.reuters.com
October 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Chinese state-owned oil companies have suspended purchases of Russian oil by sea after the U.S. put sanctions on major Russian oil companies.
Indian oil refiners are also preparing to sharply reduce imports from Russia due to U.S. sanctions.
Chinese state-owned oil companies have suspended purchases of Russian oil by sea after the U.S. put sanctions on major Russian oil companies.
Indian oil refiners are also preparing to sharply reduce imports from Russia due to U.S. sanctions.
Here’s what you should know today:
Trump put sanctions on top Russian oil companies. This is the 1st time Trump has put sanctions on Russia in his 2nd term.
This follows the shelved Trump-Putin meeting and a visit from NATO's GenSec, trying to keep Trump on Ukraine's side.
Trump put sanctions on top Russian oil companies. This is the 1st time Trump has put sanctions on Russia in his 2nd term.
This follows the shelved Trump-Putin meeting and a visit from NATO's GenSec, trying to keep Trump on Ukraine's side.
www.reuters.com
October 23, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Here’s what you should know today:
Trump put sanctions on top Russian oil companies. This is the 1st time Trump has put sanctions on Russia in his 2nd term.
This follows the shelved Trump-Putin meeting and a visit from NATO's GenSec, trying to keep Trump on Ukraine's side.
Trump put sanctions on top Russian oil companies. This is the 1st time Trump has put sanctions on Russia in his 2nd term.
This follows the shelved Trump-Putin meeting and a visit from NATO's GenSec, trying to keep Trump on Ukraine's side.
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Centralized heating made sense to the Soviets, but now it means that Russia's attacks on energy systems are even more dangerous.
Yevdokiia experienced this when a pipeline accident plunged her community into the cold.
Centralized heating made sense to the Soviets, but now it means that Russia's attacks on energy systems are even more dangerous.
Yevdokiia experienced this when a pipeline accident plunged her community into the cold.
October 22, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Centralized heating made sense to the Soviets, but now it means that Russia's attacks on energy systems are even more dangerous.
Yevdokiia experienced this when a pipeline accident plunged her community into the cold.
Centralized heating made sense to the Soviets, but now it means that Russia's attacks on energy systems are even more dangerous.
Yevdokiia experienced this when a pipeline accident plunged her community into the cold.
Here’s what you should know today:
Trump’s summit with Putin in Hungary may face delays after a pre-meeting between Rubio and Lavrov was postponed.
The reason for putting off the meeting is not known, however sources told CNN that it was due to differences on ending the war.
Trump’s summit with Putin in Hungary may face delays after a pre-meeting between Rubio and Lavrov was postponed.
The reason for putting off the meeting is not known, however sources told CNN that it was due to differences on ending the war.
Trump’s hope for quick second summit with Putin may be stalled as pre-meeting off for now | CNN Politics
President Donald Trump’s hopes for a quick meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin may be stalled after sources familiar with the matter told CNN that an expected pre-meeting between the world l...
edition.cnn.com
October 21, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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Trump’s summit with Putin in Hungary may face delays after a pre-meeting between Rubio and Lavrov was postponed.
The reason for putting off the meeting is not known, however sources told CNN that it was due to differences on ending the war.
Trump’s summit with Putin in Hungary may face delays after a pre-meeting between Rubio and Lavrov was postponed.
The reason for putting off the meeting is not known, however sources told CNN that it was due to differences on ending the war.
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Trump has backtracked once again, meaning Ukraine seems unlikely to receive U.S. Tomahawks.
But in 2022, receiving F-16s also seemed impossible — until Lilia’s son, pilot 'Juice', persuaded D.C. and made it possible.
Trump has backtracked once again, meaning Ukraine seems unlikely to receive U.S. Tomahawks.
But in 2022, receiving F-16s also seemed impossible — until Lilia’s son, pilot 'Juice', persuaded D.C. and made it possible.
What Trump Doesn’t Get About Tomahawks
The transfer of Tomahawks to Ukraine seems unlikely for now. Three years ago, F-16s did too — until one young pilot changed Washington’s mind.
www.counteroffensive.news
October 20, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Good morning to readers; Kyiv remains in Ukrainian hands.
Trump has backtracked once again, meaning Ukraine seems unlikely to receive U.S. Tomahawks.
But in 2022, receiving F-16s also seemed impossible — until Lilia’s son, pilot 'Juice', persuaded D.C. and made it possible.
Trump has backtracked once again, meaning Ukraine seems unlikely to receive U.S. Tomahawks.
But in 2022, receiving F-16s also seemed impossible — until Lilia’s son, pilot 'Juice', persuaded D.C. and made it possible.
Here’s what you should know today:
Germany plans to reinstate conscription to “deter Russia,” said the German Defense Minister.
Conscription in Germany was suspended in 2011, but could return by 2027, after “new, modern structures” are introduced to the military.
Germany plans to reinstate conscription to “deter Russia,” said the German Defense Minister.
Conscription in Germany was suspended in 2011, but could return by 2027, after “new, modern structures” are introduced to the military.
Germany plans to send deterrent signal to Russia by reinstating conscription
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius believes that conscription of young men would send a deterrent signal to Russia.
www.pravda.com.ua
October 19, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Germany plans to reinstate conscription to “deter Russia,” said the German Defense Minister.
Conscription in Germany was suspended in 2011, but could return by 2027, after “new, modern structures” are introduced to the military.
Germany plans to reinstate conscription to “deter Russia,” said the German Defense Minister.
Conscription in Germany was suspended in 2011, but could return by 2027, after “new, modern structures” are introduced to the military.