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  Ukraine’s drone campaign has triggered Crimea’s worst fuel crisis since Russia’s 2014 annexation, disrupting supply routes, causing fuel rationing and long queues. The attacks expose vulnerabilities in Russian logistics, threaten tourism, and underscore Kyiv’s ability to inflict strategic pressure 

Ukraine struck key Russian and Crimea-based oil facilities, intensifying efforts to raise Russia’s economic costs. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Roman Abramovich relayed messages from Vladimir Putin, while drone attacks and proposed EU sanctions escalated tensions

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow will not interfere in India-China relations, expressing confidence that Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping can resolve border issues amicably. He stressed Russia's ties with both nations are independent and mutually beneficial

Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing at least two people and damaging dozens of sites. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used the hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile, marking its third deployment in the ongoing war

India successfully conducted the first flight test of the Agni-5 missile equipped with MIRV technology under Mission Divyastra. Developed by DRDO, the missile can carry multiple nuclear warheads, placing India among a select group of nations possessing advanced MIRV capabilities.

North Korea’s participation in Russia’s Victory Day parade highlighted expanding military ties between Pyongyang and Moscow. South Korea said the event showcased deepening cooperation after North Korea reportedly deployed troops to support Russia, while Kim Jong-un reaffirmed commitment to the strategic partnership.

Russia said it intercepted 347 Ukrainian drones overnight ahead of Victory Day celebrations, amid escalating tensions and failed ceasefire efforts. Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Moscow of continuing attacks, while Russia tightened security measures in Moscow

Ukraine said it intercepted over 33,000 Russian drones in March, while also launching long-range strikes on Russian oil infrastructure. The war has intensified with reciprocal drone attacks, expanding Ukrainian strike range and escalating civilian and energy infrastructure damage

India and the Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union will hold the next round of FTA talks in June in Moscow, focusing on non-trade issues, as India seeks to diversify exports and strengthen economic ties with member nations

The UN Security Council failed to pass a resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after Russia and China vetoed the proposal. Bahrain, backed by Gulf allies, had introduced a toned-down draft calling for defensive coordination, but Pakistan and Colombia abstained.

A Russian An-26 military transport plane crashed in annexed Crimea, killing six crew and 23 passengers. Officials cited a technical malfunction as the likely cause. Investigations and search operations are underway, with authorities probing potential flight regulation violations

A projectile reportedly struck the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran, operated with Russian assistance, amid Tehran’s ongoing war with Israel and the US. No radiation leak or casualties were reported, but regional safety concerns and geopolitical tensions have intensified

Russia launched missiles and drone strikes on Kyiv and Odesa regions, killing one person and rescuing eight others, including a child. Attacks damaged buildings, caused fires, and targeted energy infrastructure, worsening civilian hardship amid winter in Ukraine

Ukrainian drones struck an industrial site in Russia’s Udmurt Republic, reportedly targeting the Votkinsk Machine Building Plant, a major missile factory. Eleven people were injured, three hospitalised. Videos show smoke and structural damage; Ukrainian authorities have not commented.

Russia launched overnight missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, hitting Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Odesa. Zelenskyy said Russia is “hesitating” on US-brokered peace talks. The strikes injured civilians and damaged infrastructure, leaving thousands without heating.

Estonia’s intelligence chief says Russia has no intention of ending the Ukraine war and is stalling talks with the US. While Washington claims progress, experts question whether President Putin genuinely wants peace or believes he can still win.

Thirteen Russian and seven Belarusian athletes will compete as neutral individuals at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after IOC invitations. Barred from national symbols, they passed neutrality checks, with Russian figure skaters emerging as the strongest medal contenders

Russia is recruiting both locals and foreigners, including prisoners, through contracts offering high pay, benefits, and citizenship to fight in Ukraine, avoiding a full mobilization. Many are misled, coerced, or trafficked, highlighting rising costs and human rights concerns

Russian drone attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv killed one person and wounded 31 as Ukraine, Russia, and U.S. officials met in Abu Dhabi for peace talks. Zelenskyy says a deal is “nearly ready,” but territorial disputes remain unresolved.

A Ukrainian drone strike caused a fire at an oil depot in Russia’s Volgograd region. The attack follows Russia’s overnight barrage on Ukraine with missiles and drones. Both sides targeted energy infrastructure amid escalating tensions in the nearly four-year-old conflict.