Russia says it is pulling back some of its troops from near Ukraine after a build-up prompted fears of an invasion. The Russian defence ministry said that large-scale drills continued but that some units were returning to their bases. It did not say how many are leaving and it is not yet clear if it will de-escalate…
US President Joe Biden has called on all American citizens remaining in Ukraine to leave the country immediately, citing increased threats of Russian military action. President Biden said he would not send troops to rescue Americans if Russia invades Ukraine. He warned that things could go crazy quickly in the region. Russia has repeatedly denied any plans…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised not to worsen the crisis over Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron made the announcement after a meeting with President Putin. Russia moved more than one hundred thousand troops to the Ukraine border, which sparked fears of an invasion. It accused the Ukrainian government of failing to implement an agreement to restore…
The United States believes that Russia has a link to the wave of military coups in some African countries. The Commander of the U.S. Africa Command, General Stephen J Townsend said he had received reports of Russian involvement in at least the coup in Sudan. General Townsend who shared his views during a digital media briefing from…
US President Joe Biden has warned there is a possibility Russia might invade Ukraine next month. The build-up of tens of thousands of Russian troops on Ukraine’s borders in recent weeks has stoked fears of an invasion. Russia denies it is planning an attack. The US president made the comments in a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President…
US President Joe Biden says he would consider personal sanctions on Vladimir Putin if Russia invades Ukraine. President Biden said there would be great consequences for the world if Russia made a move on the nation. Biden comment is coming as other Western leaders repeated warnings that Russia would pay a heavy price for invasion Fears of…