Xi and Putin sign a joint statement opposing the US on security issues China and Russia pledge a “new era” of partnership. The partnership deepens strategic ties and criticizes US Cold War mentality. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have pledged a “new era” of partnership between … Read more
U.S. intelligence suggests Putin probably didn’t order Navalny’s killing. Despite suspicions, assessment considers Navalny’s history of being targeted by Russian authorities. Conclusion drawn from a range of information, including classified intelligence and public facts. Eko hot blog reports that Reports from U.S. intelligence agencies suggest that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn’t order the killing … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Britain’s Foreign Minister, David Cameron, has voiced skepticism over the preliminary results that suggest a sweeping victory for President Vladimir Putin. Cameron took to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, to express his concerns about the integrity of the electoral process in Russia. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits Attack Sokoto, Kidnap … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia has formally acknowledged Vladimir Putin as a contender for the presidential elections scheduled for March, a contest in which he is highly expected to emerge victorious. At 71 years old, Putin has been at the helm of Russia since the beginning of the 21st century, securing victory in four presidential … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin stated on Monday that Russia was nearing a deal that would secure free grains for six African countries after the UN-brokered Black Sea grain deal collapsed in July. After pulling out of the deal, which aimed to ensure safe grain exports via the Black Sea, Putin … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin on Thursday broke silence on the plane crash which saw the boss of Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin killed. This news medium had earlier reported that the incident happened in Bologovsky district in the Tver region, 60 miles north of Moscow. Editors Pick BREAKING: FG … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Russian President Vladimir Putin stormed Burkina Faso on Tuesday for a private meeting with the country’s Interim military leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore. It is yet unclear why the duo met, but speculations are that their meeting might not be unconnected with the ongoing crisis in the Niger Republic. Editors Pick … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that over the weekend, the leader of a private military company –Wagner Group operating in Russia and fighting alongside the country against Ukraine embarked on a mission that can be best described as a coup attempt. He declared the war with Ukraine as unjust and expressed his plans to topple the government of … Read more
Blinken has warned that China is considering providing “lethal support” to aid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Blinken said such action would mean “serious consequences” for China. Chinese President Xi Jinping is an ally of Putin and is yet to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States, US Secretary … 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
Rishi Sunak has urged the world to take immediate action to ensure Ukraine’s long-term security. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak has urged world leaders to send the most advanced weapons to Ukraine now in order to secure its long-term future. Mr Sunak told the Munich Security Conference that … Read more
The US has declared that Russia committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United States, US has “formally declared” that Russia had committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine, The US Vice-President Kamala Harris made the statement while soeaking at the Munich Security Conference. Ms Harris accused Russia of “gruesome acts … 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
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