Responding to reports, former US President Donald Trump stated Ukraine should not strike Moscow, a stance he reportedly discussed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump denied intentions to send long-range weapons to Ukraine, dismissing claims of a plan to sell US arms through NATO. These comments followed media reports that Trump had inquired whether Kyiv could target Moscow and St. Petersburg. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confirmed Trump raised the issue but denied encouraging further violence, amid reports of potential Tomahawk missile shipments.
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During a recent call, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly suggested to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he strike Moscow and St. Petersburg if provided with necessary weapons. According to sources cited by the Financial Times and The Washington Post, Trump aimed to intensify pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and force peace negotiations. This shift in strategy comes as Trump’s frustration with Putin grows, and he hardens his stance against Russia, seeking to broker peace amidst the ongoing war. Newsweek has reached out to the White House and Russian foreign ministry for comment.
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According to recent reports, the United States is preparing to provide Ukraine with long-range missiles capable of striking targets within Russia, potentially including Moscow. This move signifies a significant escalation in the conflict, potentially changing the dynamics of the war. Details about the specific types of missiles and the timeline for their delivery remain undisclosed. The decision comes amidst growing frustration with Vladimir Putin and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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According to a CNN report, audio surfaced of Donald Trump claiming he told Vladimir Putin he would bomb Moscow if Ukraine was invaded. However, the Kremlin has denied the veracity of this claim, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov stating there were no phone conversations during the alleged timeframe when Trump was not president. Peskov’s comments come amidst growing criticism from Trump towards Putin, particularly concerning the war in Ukraine. The lack of confirmation from the Russian side adds to the existing diplomatic complexities and raises questions about the authenticity of Trump’s account.
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Audio recordings from 2024 fundraisers reveal that Donald Trump claimed to have threatened to bomb Moscow if Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine and Beijing if Xi Jinping invaded Taiwan. In the recordings, Trump described these threats to donors, stating that Putin “didn’t believe” him but appeared somewhat deterred. Furthermore, Trump discussed his intention to deport student protestors and asserted that “welfare people” would always vote Democrat, urging donors to give generously to his campaign to combat this. Trump also boasted about pressuring wealthy allies to significantly increase their donations to his campaign.
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Overnight between Saturday and Sunday, Moscow reported downing 120 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions. The Russian Ministry of Defense detailed that the drones targeted ten regions, including the Bryansk, Kursk, and Leningrad regions. As a result of the attack, Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency imposed temporary restrictions on airports, leading to flight cancellations and delays, particularly at Sheremetyevo Airport in Moscow and Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg.
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Early Thursday morning, June 26, Moscow and surrounding regions were hit by a large-scale drone attack, with explosions reported in multiple areas. Russian authorities reported their air defenses intercepted and destroyed 50 Ukrainian aircraft-type drones across various regions, including Moscow, Kursk, and Rostov. Simultaneously, Ukrainian forces launched attacks on Russia. Ukrainian forces were also involved in strikes, damaging a Russian defense facility in Taganrog, which is tied to military drone production, with hits recorded in seven locations overall. These events highlight the increasing centrality of drone warfare in the ongoing conflict.
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Hundreds of drones attacking Russia, specifically targeting Moscow, have caused significant disruption and highlighted the escalating conflict. The sheer scale of the attack, described as involving hundreds of drones, points to a well-coordinated operation, potentially signifying a shift in the tactics employed against Russia. This large-scale drone assault undoubtedly signifies a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
The reported impacts and disruption in Moscow suggest the drones achieved at least some level of success in their objectives. While precise details about the extent of the damage are still emerging, the very fact that significant disruption is reported points towards successful strikes on infrastructure or other key targets.… Continue reading
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