Ukraine has deployed its troops after Russia surrounded Bakhmut. Russian troops have been launching probing attacks on a wide front in Donetsk. Their main effort has been to take Bakhmut, whose eastern outskirts they hold. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine faced its toughest week so far this year on the eastern front, where its … Read more
The US is worried about Myanmar Junta after Russia expanded its Nuclear cooperation. Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corporation and the Myanmar junta signed the “intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the field of the use of nuclear energy” on February 6. The two countries cooperation on nuclear energy begins “a new chapter in the history of … Read more
Ukraine has shot down Russian ‘reconnaissance’ balloons. The balloons may have been carrying corner reflectors and reconnaissance equipment. Moscow lost 50 percent of its tanks during the war. EKO HOT BLOG reports that six Russian balloons were spotted over Kyiv and most were shot down after being engaged by air defences, the Ukrainian capital’s military … Read more
Sacked Russian commander Vladimir Makarov has taken his own life weeks after forced retirement. According to a Russian news outlet, SOTA, Vladimir Makarov was found with a “self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.” Makarov is believed to have actively sought out and suppressed anyone who opposed Putin’s authoritarian government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Major … Read more
Putin has issued a fresh warning by sending Nuclear warships to the Arctic for the first time in 30 years. The nordic intelligence report stated that the tactical nuclear weapon-armed vessels are a “particularly serious threat.” This comes after two nuclear-capable ‘Bear’ bombers flew into the Bering Sea, which separates the US state of Alaska … Read more
Russia has begun a new offensive against Ukraine. Ukraine’s allies are in a race against time to produce enough ammunition. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has again urged Ukraine’s Western allies to ramp up their military support. EKO HOT BLOG reports that NATO members and Ukraine’s other allies are meeting at the alliance’s headquarters on Tuesday … Read more
Ex-Russian Commander has slammed his country’s military, describing them as “complete morons.” The ex-commander Igor Girkin, who was sentenced to life in prison after bringing down the MH17 flight in 2014, said Ukraine pounded the vehicles “like in a shooting gallery.” He described how over the past week, Russia has lost 130 units of equipment, … Read more
Putin’s ally has called for “offensive measures” against the UK. The Russian state TV host criticised Western nations for supporting Ukraine. “Can’t we finally strike at London? What is the problem?” Vladimir Solovyov asked his audience during a segment of his show. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a staunch ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin, … Read more
Russia’s Wegner leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, has predicted how long the conflict in Ukraine will last. Prigozhin said the ongoing Ukraine war could last for two to four years. He stated this in a video released recently. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the Russian Wagner private military group that has helped the … Read more
The Russian military is expected to launch a major offensive in the coming months. Putin has gathered 300,000 men for the attack, which is expected to target the Donbas region. This comes as Russia continues to hit Ukraine’s infrastructure with relentless missile strikes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Russian military has amassed 2,000 tanks … Read more
Ukraine has slammed Roger Waters over the UN Security Council speech. Waters had argued that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was “not unprovoked”. Waters praised Russian President Vladimir Putin and criticised the West for supplying Ukraine with arms. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine has hit back at Roger Waters over the UN Security Council speech … Read more
Zelensky made an impassioned appeal to European Union leaders while fighting back tears. The Ukrainian leader addressed the Parliament on Thursday morning as part of the last leg of a 48-hour round trip that began in the United Kingdom. This is the longest known period Mr Zelensky has spent away from Ukraine since Russia first … Read more
Russia has issued a warning in response to the UK offering talks over providing Ukraine fighter jets. Putin has threatened that there will be military action against the UK. President Zelensky had, during his visit to the UK, called for fighter jets to assure his nation’s victory over Russia. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia’s … Read more
Zelensky has urged allies to send fighter jets to Ukraine. Zelensky made the call during his trip to the UK. He also called for stronger sanctions against Russia. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky urged allies to send his country fighter jets, saying “combat aircraft for Ukraine — wings for freedom.” He … Read more
EU Nations have vowed to send more Leopard 1 tanks to Ukraine. Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands have pledged to provide at least 100 of the weapons for Kyiv. The new pledge was announced on Tuesday after Ukraine reported the deadliest 24 hours of the war with Russia. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Three European … Read more
UN chief Guterres has warned of ‘wider war’ as the Ukraine conflict intensifies Antonio Guterres says prospects of ‘further escalation and bloodshed’ in the Russia-Ukraine war keep growing. In a speech to the 193-member UN General Assembly on Monday, Guerres said the war was “inflicting untold suffering on the Ukrainian people with profound global implications”. … Read more
Vladimir Putin has vowed to spare the life Of Ukraine’s President Zelensky. Ex-Israeli PM said he received a pledge from the Russian president: ‘I won’t kill Zelensky.’ EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Israeli Prime Minister, Naftali Bennett has said he received a promise from Russian President Vladimir Putin that he will not kill his … Read more
EU has imposed fresh restrictions on Russian oil and other products over the ongoing war in Ukraine. The ban comes along with a price cap agreed upon by the Group of Seven allied democracies. Europe has already banned Russian coal and most crude oil, while Moscow has cut off most shipments of natural gas. EKO … Read more
Dozens of Soldiers have been freed In the Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap. Russia says 63 Russian soldiers were released while Ukrainian authorities say 116 of their servicemen have been freed, amid continued fighting in the east. A majority of 87 of those freed were from the Ukrainian regular arm forces. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine … Read more
Fire has gutted Odesa power station, plunging over 500,000 into darkness. Ukrainian officials warned that repairs could take weeks. Volodymyr Kudrytskyi, the CEO of state grid operator Ukrenergo, said critical equipment that had already been damaged several times by Russian missile strikes. EKO HOT BLOG reports that nearly 500,000 people were left without power after … Read more