At a summit in Alaska, former President Donald Trump met with Vladimir Putin, despite Putin being accused of war crimes. Trump welcomed Putin with a red-carpet arrival, a military flyover, and a ride in the presidential limousine, yet failed to secure an agreement to stop the invasion of Ukraine. Both leaders expressed a desire to resolve the conflict, with Putin acknowledging the strained relationship between the two countries and his appreciation for Trump’s approach. Despite the lack of concrete outcomes, Putin extended an invitation for Trump to visit Moscow, indicating a continuation of their relationship.
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A Russian soldier, Artem Kulikov, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Ukrainian court for the murder of two civilians near Kupiansk. Kulikov, drafted from a Russian prison, was deployed to the Kharkiv region where he and another soldier abducted the civilians and executed them after they refused to provide information on Ukrainian military positions. This sentence comes as the UN reported the highest casualty count in the war since May 2022. The investigation also revealed Kulikov provided evidence against his commanders who ordered the killing of civilians.
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The health center in Zamzam Camp, a displacement camp in Sudan, was already busy when the notorious Rapid Support Forces (RSF) began a ground assault on April 11, 2025. RSF units breached the camp’s defenses, setting neighborhoods ablaze and targeting women and children. Witnesses reported mass executions, including the killing of medical staff at a clinic and the slaughter of residents seeking shelter at a Quranic school. The attack on Zamzam is believed to be one of the worst war crimes of the conflict, with estimates of the death toll ranging from hundreds to over two thousand, targeting nurse Hanadi Dawood.
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A Russian FPV drone attack on a bus in the Kherson region resulted in the deaths of two people and injuries to 19 others. The initial strike occurred around 8:00 a.m. local time, followed by a second drone attack that injured three police officers. The victims sustained blast and shrapnel injuries, with ages ranging from 23 to 83. This attack is part of ongoing Russian targeting of settlements in the Kherson Oblast, which has been heavily impacted since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.
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A recent investigation suggests over 1,500 civilians were massacred during a three-day attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on North Darfur’s Zamzam displacement camp in April, potentially making it the second-largest war crime in the ongoing conflict. This assault, characterized by mass executions and abductions, resulted in hundreds of civilians still unaccounted for, with some experts estimating the death toll could reach 2,000. The magnitude of the violence, which targeted one of the most vulnerable populations, included widespread looting, sexual violence, and the abduction of numerous women. The attack on Zamzam has received little global attention despite the evidence of atrocities.
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Ukrainian prosecutors have launched an investigation into a Russian soldier’s execution of a civilian attempting to evacuate from the Donetsk Oblast, as documented in a video posted on a Telegram channel. This marks the third documented case this year of Russian soldiers killing civilians, adding to the over 170,000 war crimes recorded since the full-scale invasion. The video depicts the civilian, carrying belongings, being fatally shot with an automatic weapon while attempting to flee. The General Prosecutor’s Office reports that the invasion has resulted in over 15,000 civilian deaths, including over 600 children, and has caused widespread damage to civilian infrastructure.
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Evyatar David’s family has authorized the distribution of a disturbing new video released by Hamas. The footage depicts David, under the apparent direction of his captors, digging what appears to be his own grave. The video’s release adds to the distress surrounding the ongoing hostage situation. The family’s decision reflects the complex challenges of dealing with such sensitive and emotionally charged circumstances.
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Russia launches 6,400 drones, missiles into Ukraine in record-breaking month, and it’s hard not to be overwhelmed by the sheer scale of it. The number is staggering, and the implications are devastating. We’re talking about a relentless bombardment, a constant threat hanging over the heads of Ukrainian civilians. It’s a horrifying reality, especially when you think about the human cost – the lives lost, the families shattered, the constant fear. It’s impossible not to feel a surge of anger and frustration at the sheer brutality of it all. The targeting of civilians, the deliberate infliction of pain and suffering – it’s a war crime, plain and simple.… Continue reading
A Russian missile strike on July 31, 2025, devastated a residential building in Kyiv, killing at least 27 people and injuring over 150. The attack, part of a wave of overnight strikes, resulted in the complete destruction of some apartments and the loss of family members for many residents. Despite the U.S. pushing for peace talks and threats of tariffs, residents expressed a belief that the attacks would continue, and the war would not end soon. The tragedy highlighted the widespread destruction and the emotional toll on those affected.
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The Russian military is deliberately targeting civilian gatherings and infrastructure in Kharkiv Oblast, according to regional governor Oleh Syniehubov. Recent attacks include a strike on a warehouse in Vasyshcheve that resulted in casualties and additional strikes on Shevchenkivskyi and Slobidskyi districts of Kharkiv. Kupiansk, a city of logistical importance, was also hit, causing both fatalities and injuries, while Novoplatonivka was attacked while civilians were waiting for humanitarian aid. Kharkiv Oblast, bordering Russia, continues to face relentless attacks from Russian forces.
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