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EU Summons Russian Envoy Over Threats to Diplomats in Kyiv Amid Escalating Tensions

EU Summons Russian Envoy Over Threats to Diplomats in Kyiv Amid Escalating Tensions

The European Union has summoned Russia's top diplomatic representative in Brussels following threats from the Kremlin urging European diplomats to leave Kyiv or risk being bombed. This development comes amid a series of Russian missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital, which Moscow claims are in response to a Ukrainian attack on a Russian-occupied town. Despite the threats, European diplomats have refused to evacuate, with EU officials stating that they will maintain their presence in Kyiv. The EU's External Action Service spokesperson, Anitta Hipper, condemned Russia's actions as an unacceptable escalation and called for genuine peace talks.
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Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for any signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus for any signs it might offer Russia help in Ukraine

Belarus’ exiled opposition leader is visiting Kyiv as the Ukrainian capital cleans up after Russia’s biggest missile attack of the year
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Russia Continues Missile and Drone Assaults on Ukraine, Kyiv Braces for Major Strikes

Russia Continues Missile and Drone Assaults on Ukraine, Kyiv Braces for Major Strikes

Russia has launched over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine, with Kyiv being a primary target. The Ukrainian air force reported these attacks as part of a continuous assault that has been ongoing since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. Despite Russia's warnings for foreign diplomats to evacuate Kyiv, no diplomatic missions have announced departures. The European Union and other international bodies have condemned Russia's actions, viewing them as attempts to sow panic. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the shortage of air defense systems, exacerbated by global conflicts, as a significant challenge in countering these attacks.
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UN Secretary-General Warns of Escalation Risk in Ukraine Amid Russian Threats

UN Secretary-General Warns of Escalation Risk in Ukraine Amid Russian Threats

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed significant concern over Russia's recent threats to launch 'systematic strikes' against Kyiv, urging diplomats to leave the city. This warning comes amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with Russia targeting what it claims are defense companies and military targets in Kyiv. The situation has prompted a strong response from European and NATO countries, as well as Japan and South Korea, who have condemned Russia's actions and threats against civilian infrastructure. Despite these threats, European countries, including the EU, France, and Poland, have decided not to evacuate their diplomatic missions from Kyiv, interpreting the threats as signs of desperation rather than strength.
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Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage

Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine, as Kyiv is warned to brace for a possible major barrage

Ukraine’s air force says Russia launched over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight
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Missile and drone strikes kill eight in Russia and Ukraine

Missile and drone strikes kill eight in Russia and Ukraine

May 25 (Reuters) - At least eight people have been killed in missile and drone attacks on Russian and Ukrainian territory in the past 24 hours, local authorities on both sides said on Monday, with damage reported to energy infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod region. 
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Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

Belarus opposition leader visits Ukraine as Kyiv warns of escalation

By Yuliia Dysa KYIV, May 25 (Reuters) - Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya visited Kyiv on Monday following weeks of mounting warnings from Ukrainian officials about Russian plans to draw Minsk more deeply into the war against Ukraine. 
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Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus after Russia’s biggest missile attack of the year on Ukraine

Leaders keep a wary eye on Belarus after Russia’s biggest missile attack of the year on Ukraine

The exiled opposition leader of Belarus is visiting Kyiv a day after Russia's largest missile attack on Ukraine this year
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Zelensky Rejects German Proposal for 'Associate' EU Membership, Calls It 'Unfair'

Zelensky Rejects German Proposal for 'Associate' EU Membership, Calls It 'Unfair'

President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized a proposal from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz that suggests granting Ukraine an 'associate' membership status in the European Union. This status would allow Ukraine to participate in EU meetings and institutions without full voting rights. Zelensky argues that such a proposal is unfair and insists that Ukraine deserves full membership with complete rights. The proposal comes amid stalled accession negotiations, with Hungary blocking the opening of negotiation clusters. Zelensky emphasizes that Ukraine's presence in the EU should be complete, as the country is defending Europe fully and deserves equal rights within the union.
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Russia Allegedly Strikes Kyiv with Oreshnik Missile, Escalating Tensions

Russia Allegedly Strikes Kyiv with Oreshnik Missile, Escalating Tensions

Reports indicate that Russia has launched an Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile at Bila Tserkva in Kyiv Oblast, Ukraine. This missile system can release up to six hypersonic warheads, each capable of striking separate targets. Residents reported hearing a loud explosion followed by smaller blasts, described as metal scattering in the air. This attack is part of a larger missile assault on Kyiv, with at least 16 missiles launched. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had previously warned of such an attack, citing intelligence from U.S. and European partners. This marks the third use of the Oreshnik missile against Ukraine, following previous strikes in Dnipro and Lviv.
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Putin Orders Military Response After Ukrainian Drone Strike

Putin Orders Military Response After Ukrainian Drone Strike

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a military response following a Ukrainian drone strike on a college dormitory in the occupied town of Starobilsk, eastern Ukraine. The attack, which Russia claims killed 18 people, has been labeled a 'terrorist' act by Putin. Ukraine denies targeting civilians, stating it struck a military facility. The incident has led to heightened tensions, with warnings of potential Russian missile strikes on Kyiv. The situation underscores the ongoing conflict's volatility and the potential for further escalation.