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Turkey opposes Russian military bases in Syria
Turkey has voiced its opposition to the presence of Russian military bases in Syria. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, in a discussion with journalists, stated that Ankara does not support the establishment of any foreign military bases on Syrian territory, including those of Russia. "We do not endorse the presence of any bases in Syria—not just Russian, but any other," he emphasized. Fidan further highlighted that the decision should be made by the Syrian people, adding, "If they come to a …
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Massive drone attack targets Russian oil depot in Oryol
In the Russian city of Orel, December 22nd's night was tumultuous, according to reports from the Telegram channel "Gorod Orel." Locals report seeing "bright flashes in the sky on the outskirts of Orel," tallying about 30 "dull explosions."
Orel Region Governor Andrey Klychkov reported a massive UAV attack that ignited a fuel infrastructure site in the settlement of Stalnoy Kon, urging residents to stay calm. There were no reported casualties or injuries.
Subsequently, Klychkov updated that …
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Drone attacks shake Kazan: multiple fires and evacuations following explosive onslaught
Seven drone strikes were reported across various districts of Kazan, the capital of Russia's Republic of Tatarstan, on the morning of December 21. Witnesses captured scenes of panic as fires erupted in high-rise buildings, leading to the urgent evacuation of residents. According to reports from Russian sources, there was a series of explosions and fires affecting several residential complexes and neighborhoods.
The first alleged target was the "Lazurnye Nebеsa" (Azure Skies) residential …
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ATACMS missile strikes cause destruction and casualties in Russia’s city of Rylsk
The Russian city of Rylsk, located in the Kursk region, was battered by a heavy missile attack, with residents hearing explosions that sparked ensuing fires, according to various Russian media outlets. Local officials claimed these attacks involved ATACMS missiles originating from the Chernihiv region. The Russian media outlet Mash reported an attack by Ukrainian forces on Rylsk with MGM-140B ATACMS Block 1A missiles, reportedly equipped with cluster warheads. Each cluster carrier has a blast …
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Zelensky criticizes Putin with expletive, sparking diplomatic debate amid ongoing tensions with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sternly criticized Vladimir Putin, going as far as using an expletive against the Russian leader in response to comments about the "Oreshnik" missile. Zelensky's remarks came after Putin's statement suggesting a "technological duel of the 21st century" due to the alleged undetectable nature of the missile.
Zelensky's colorful language, used on social media, was deemed relatable by Ukrainians according to political analyst Igor Reiterovych.
He …