Donald Trump announced that he will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in New York on Friday. The Republican presidential nominee stated during a news conference that their meeting is scheduled for approximately 09:45 ET (14:45 BST) at his Trump Tower property. This meeting will proceed despite earlier reports suggesting it had been cancelled due … Read more
Macron has warned that Russia must be defeated but not crushed in Ukraine. Macron urged Western nations to increase military support for Kyiv and said he was prepared for a protracted war. Macron said, “I want Russia to be defeated in Ukraine, and I want Ukraine to be able to defend its position.” EKO HOT … Read more
Zelensky has called for the prompt provision of arms to counter Russian ambitions in Ukraine. Zelensky made the cl on Friday at the Munich Security Conference in Germany. He said Ukraine depends on Western weapons to thwart Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ambition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky has urged Western allies … Read more
The US has estimated that over 30,000 Wagner mercenaries have been injured or killed in Ukraine. White House spokesman John Kirby said the group had suffered significant losses in recent weeks. Despite the casualties, Wagner has made gains around the city of Bakhmut. EKO HOT BLOG reports that over 30,000 mercenaries fighting for the Russian … Read more
Russian balloons have takeover Kyiv in a new wave of attacks. As the first anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches, the balloons appear to be an addition to Russia’s aerial use of cruise missiles and cheaper Iranian drones. Most of the balloons were shot down, Kyiv’s military said. EKO HOT BLOG reports that … Read more
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
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
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
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
Ezekwesili has bagged another powerful appointment. Obiageli Ezekwesili has been named the new board chairman of Women Political Leaders, WPL. Ezekwesili succeeds Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, now the board’s Chair Emeritus. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a former Nigerian minister, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has been appointed as the new board chairman of … Read more
The US has announced a new $2.17 billion security aid package for Ukraine. The US also provided long-range GLSDB missiles for Ukraine. In a tweet, Zelensky thanked the US and President Joe Biden for the additional aid. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the US has announced additional military aid to Ukraine worth $2.2bn (£1.83bn) will … Read more