Russian troops are discussing mass exodus from the frontline in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russians are moving to discuss the mass desertion of Vladimir Putin’s military force, according to an intercepted call from the frontline, as the Kremlin leader struggles to maintain a grip on his own troops. An intercepted phone call between … Read more
Russia and Iran’s relationship has warmed to a fully-fledged defense partnership, the US has said. Eko Hot Blog reports that US national security council spokesman John Kirby said Russia is giving an unprecedented level of military support. EDITOR’S PICKS Colombia: Landslide Kills 3, Buries Several People Leaders Of South Africa’s Governing Party Sit To Decide Cyril … Read more
Pope Francis broke down in tears during public prayer for Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pope Francis broke down and cried on Thursday during a public speech in Rome, forcing the 85-year-old head of the Catholic Church to stop and compose himself for around 30 seconds. Pope Francis broke down in public on Thursday as … Read more
A huge fire has ripped through a major shopping complex on the edge of Moscow killing at least one person, Russia’s Emergencies Ministry has said. Eko Hot Blog reports that Video of the blaze showed explosions at the massive Mega Khimki mall. EDITOR’S PICKS Colombia: Landslide Kills 3, Buries Several People Leaders Of South Africa’s … Read more
Vladimir Putin has modified Iranian drones for cold weather to launch a fresh attack on Ukrainian cities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Vladimir Putin has launched Iranian drone strikes on Ukrainian cities for the first time in three weeks after ordering them to be modified to operate in freezing temperatures. There had been no attacks … Read more
Kremlin has said it is up to President Zelensky to end the ongoing war in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia has said it is up to Volodymyr Zelensky to end the conflict in the country, hinting at the terms Kyiv has continued to reject. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that “(Ukrainian President Volodymyr) … Read more
Defiant Zelensky visited Ukraine soldiers near frontline. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has visited troops in the eastern Donetsk region, which Russia claims as its own after a sham referendum. The area – particularly around the town of Bakhmut – is now the main focus of fierce fighting after Ukraine’s forces … Read more
Macron has handed Vladimir Putin a trump card. EKO HOT BLOG reports that French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday said that the West should think of “guarantees” to give Russia when the Ukraine war is over. French President Emmanuel Macron said that the West should think of “guarantees” to give Vladimir Putin after the war, … Read more
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles on the Ukrainian power grid. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia unleashed a new wave of airstrikes at Ukraine, aimed at destroying the power grid. Significant disruption to the power grid was reported, mainly in the east. In the south, Odesa was without power. Ukraine says four people … Read more
Several people have been killed in explosions at two Russian military airfields, according to reports. Eko Hot Blog reports that a fuel tanker exploded, killing three and injuring six in an airfield near the city Ryazan, south-east of Moscow, Russian state media is reporting. EDITOR’S PICKS Biden Calls Putin’s Actions In Ukraine “Sick” US Approves … Read more
Oil prices rose on Monday following an agreement by the G7 group of nations and its allies to cap the price of Russian oil at $60 (£49) a barrel. Eko Hot Blog reports that Brent crude added more than 1% to above $86 in morning trade in Asia. EDITOR’S PICKS Biden Calls Putin’s Actions In … Read more
Russian soldiers are reportedly ‘dying of hypothermia’ in Ukraine due to ‘inadequate’ kit. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia has been facing accusations of throwing its troops into Ukraine without appropriate training and equipment to cope with the arrival of brutal winter conditions. Russia has been suffering crushing push-backs from Ukraine’s defence forces, who last month … Read more
About 2,500 seals have been found dead on the Caspian Sea coast in southern Russia, officials say. Eko Hot Blog reports that officials say there is no sign that they died violent deaths. EDITOR’S PICKS Biden Calls Putin’s Actions In Ukraine “Sick” US Approves $380 Million Missile Sale To Finland Former VC Of Federal University … Read more
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticised a price cap set by his Western allies on Russian oil exports, calling it “weak.” Eko Hot Blog reports that the cap, approved on Friday, is aimed at stopping countries from paying more than $60 (£48) for a barrel of seaborne Russian crude oil. EDITOR’S PICKS Biden Calls Putin’s … Read more
The Russian government formally told the US Embassy last week about detained WNBA star Brittney Griner’s transfer to a remote penal colony, weeks after she had been moved, according to the Biden administration. Eko Hot Blog reports that a State Department spokesperson said on Thursday, “The U.S. Embassy in Moscow was formally notified by the Russian government … Read more
Russia’s upper house of parliament unanimously voted on Wednesday to toughen a controversial law banning what the bill describes as “LGBT propaganda,” making it apply to Russians of all ages. Eko Hot Blog reports that the bill has to be signed into law by Russian President Vladimir Putin after being passed by the Federation Council. … Read more
Buhari is seeking tighter security around the borders in the Lake Chad Basin amid arms proliferation. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja urged more vigilance and tightening of security around borders, drawing attention to the increased number of arms, ammunition, and other weapons from the Russia and Ukraine war … Read more
Vladimir Putin is in a final bid to destroy Ukraine’s morale as troops leave mine traps inside homes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the mines planted by Russian forces have been uncovered in residential areas of Kherson after Moscow’s troops were forced to withdraw from the region. Ukrainian authorities have previously aired concerns that Russian … Read more
Buhari says he wants to leave a legacy of free and fair elections for West Africa. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has said he wants to leave behind a legacy of free and fair elections that transcends Nigeria and cuts across West Africa. EDITOR’S PICKS Troops Rescue Nine Abducted Persons, Recover 90 … Read more
Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of resurrecting ‘genocidal’ tactics in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, has accused Putin of using “genocidal” tactics sponsored by Soviet leader Josef Stalin as he commemorated the Holodomor famine. EDITOR’S PICKS Desperate Putin Says He Needs 5 Million Troops To Win Ukraine War Ukrainian … Read more