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China Breaches Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone; Sends 51 Warplanes, 6 Warships
China has breached Taiwan’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) on August 19. Taiwan reported that China sent 51 warplanes and six warships into the zone. Also, China’s 25 fighter bombers flew east of Taiwan’s median line. Meanwhile, China is also performing military drills, as a flex of muscle. The incidents have transpired after the visit of US politicians to the island nation.
Tags: China, Taiwan, nancy pelosi, ADIZ, War
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North Korea Boasts Of Armed Forces' 'Invincible Power' Ahead Of Military Holiday
The North Korean state media recently boasted of the armed forces' "invincible power." This comes just days ahead of a key military holiday, which is likely to be observed with a show of military strength. Just this year, North Korea has conducted over a dozen weapon tests, including an inter-continental ballistic missile. Satellite images reveal thousands of North Korean soldiers practising at a parade ground in Pyongyang.
Tags: World, North Korea, Kim Jong-un, Military, War
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Russia Captures City Of Kreminna In Eastern Ukraine: War News
The city of Kreminna, which is situated in the Eastern Ukraine, has been taken over by Russian forces, confirmed regional governor, on April 19. The pressure put by the Russian troops in the area, forced the Ukrainian troops to withdraw, giving up the city. "Kreminna is under the control of Orcs (Russians). They have entered the city," told Serhiy Gaidai, Governor of the Luhansk region.
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, Kreminna, Russia-Ukraine, War
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'Mass Surrender' In Ukraine; 1,026 Ukrainian Troops Surrender To Russian Forces
About 1,026 Ukrainian troops from the Marine Brigade reportedly surrendered to Russia, on April 13. Russian Defense Ministry spokesperson Major General Igor Konashenkov confirmed the incident and said that the surrender happened at a metal plant in the besieged southeastern pot city of Mariupol. He further stated that the surrendered include 162 officers and 47 women personnel. Also, about 152 wounded troops were reportedly given treatment.… read-more
Tags: Russia, Ukraine, Mass Surrender, Mariupol, War
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Over 4 Lakh People Fled Ukraine: UN Refugee Agency Chief
UN Refugee Agency Chief Filippo Grandi on March 30, said that over four million Ukraine citizens fled the country since the beginning of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Over 2.3 million of the refugees fled to neighbouring country Poland. Also, neighbouring countries such as Romania, Moldova and Hungary received a record-breaking number of refugees from Ukraine. This is "the fastest growing refugee crisis in Europe since World War II," said… read-more
Tags: Ukraine, Russia, War, UN, Vladimir Putin
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Over 400 Firms Stop Business Activities In Russia Over US Sanctions
As a result of US Sanctions on Russia, around 400 firms have decided to curtail their business activities in the country. Founder of Exterro, Bobby Balachandran, expressed his grief towards the people of Ukraine. To date, several Ukrainians have fled the country as war hits the second month. Describing the situation in Ukraine as "very sad", Balachandran said, "our heart goes to people who are impacted by the conflict."
Tags: Ukraine-Russia, Russia, Companies, Ukraine Russia Crisis, War
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Ukraine: Russia Destroys Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant's Lab
Russian forces have destroyed a functioning laboratory in Chernobyl nuclear power plant, as per reports on March 22. The Ukrainian state agency revealed that the lab encompassing "highly active samples of radionuclides" (unstable atoms of chemical elements that release radiation), are now in the "wrong hands". Reportedly, the Chernobyl nuclear power plant was seized by Russian forces at the beginning of the war.
Tags: Ukraine, Chernobyl, Russia, Ukraine Russia Crisis, War
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Japanese Fears China's Invasion To Taiwan
According to a poll conducted by Japanese newspaper Mainichi Shimbun with the Centre of Social Research, there is a 90% chance of potential China's invasion in Taiwan. The poll conducted on March 19, was done sending messages to random numbers. Almost 1,040 Japanese participated, of which 46% said they were "extremely concerned" with the threats towards Japan and 41% were "somewhat concerned". The poll was conducted after… read-more
Tags: Japan, China, Invasion, War, japanese
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South Korea Announces To Send Non-Lethal Military & Medical Supplies To Ukraine
South Korea's national defence ministry announced to send non-lethal military supplies and medical supplies to Ukraine, amid the ongoing Russian invasion. Out of the 20 items that will be shipped to Ukraine, 12 will be military supplies and the rest will be medical supplies. Reportedly, the non-lethal military supplies will include combat helmets, emergency foods, military folding cots and blankets. The supplies are expected to be dispatched… read-more
Tags: Ukraine, Russia, South Korea, War, United States
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Edible Oil Prices Soars In India Amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Amid the ongoing Russian invasion in Ukraine, the prices of edible oil have hiked as the import of sunflower oil has stopped between the countries. Besides, the sunflower oil is majorly imported from Russia and Ukraine to India. "The oil prices have increased by around Rs 300 to Rs 400 per 15 kg container," said PMC Director Kanhaiya Lal Gujrathi. Meanwhile, several other traders and retailers said the same.
Tags: Edible oil, Russia, Ukraine, War, Kanhaiya Lal Gujrathi
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