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SBU Foils Russian Plot to Bomb Kyiv Metro and Shopping Centers
Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) has prevented a series of terrorist attacks planned in Kyiv’s metro and several large shopping centers, the agency announced on November 12. According to the SBU, Russian operatives intended to plant explosive devices equipped with mobile phones for remote detonation…
Interagency national underwater mine clearance group to be created in Ukraine
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine, in partnership with the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture and other key mine action stakeholders, will create the first interagency national group of underwater mine clearance instructors, the press service of the Ministry of…
Kazakhstan follows Russia in banning LGBTQ ‘propaganda’ | CNN
Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attend a meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, on Wednesday, November 12. Pavel Bednyakov/Reuters See all topics Email Link Copied! Kazakhstan’s lower parliament pushed ahead with anti-LGBTQ legislation Wednesday…
Russian Jets Wear Out As They Drop 5,000 Glide Bombs A Month. Ukraine Can Make Them Wear Out Faster.
A Sukhoi Su-34 drops a UMPK during a test. Russian defense ministry photo The Russian air force’s hundreds of Sukhoi fighters play an important role in Russia’s 45-month wider war on Ukraine. Lobbing thousands of UMPK precision glide bombs a month from as far away as 45 miles, the fighters pummel…
An Algorithmic Loosening of the Atomic Screw? Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Deterrence - Modern War Institute
Share on LinkedIn Share Send email Mail “It did not take atomic weapons to make man want peace. But the atomic bomb was the turn of the screw. The atomic bomb made the prospect of future war unendurable. It has led up those last few steps to the mountain pass; and beyond there is a different…
Sanctions Stymie Lukoil Drilling Plans in Romanian Black Sea
By Robert Harvey and Luiza Ilie LONDON/BUCHAREST (Reuters) -Oslo-listed Vantage Drilling cancelled a contract to drill next year, which two industry sources told Reuters on Wednesday was with sanctioned Russian oil major Lukoil for exploration at its Romanian Black Sea Trident gas discovery. The…
Laureates of Order of Saint Panteleimon honored in New York for contributions to Ukraine's medical field
According to Ukrinform's correspondent in New York, the event was organized by the U.S. Foreign Council of the public initiative Order of Saint Panteleimon. During the ceremony, several individuals and organizations were recognized for exceptional compassion and humanitarian leadership. This year's…
Canada Sanctions 100 Russian Tankers and Cyber Firms Backing Moscow’s War on Ukraine
Canada has imposed a new round of sanctions against Russia, targeting its shadow tanker fleet and entities linked to cyber infrastructure and drone development, according to the Canadian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced that the measures include restrictions on 100…
One Operator, 100 Drones: Ukraine First to Deploy AI-Controlled Drone Wall in Combat
Ukraine will be the first nation to test a French-developed drone defense system capable of operating hundreds of interceptor drones simultaneously, according to Defense Express on November 12. The system, known as DWS-1 and produced by French startup Atreyd, will be deployed in Ukraine in the…
Ukraine's women step in to fill critical roles during war – DW – 11/12/2025
Maryna Barba 11/12/2025November 12, 2025The war in Ukraine has left key jobs vacant, as hundreds of thousands of men have become soldiers. Women are stepping up to take roles once dominated by men — including in emergency services like firefighting. https://p.dw.com/p/53TIF In Ukraine's western…
Dropkick Murphys' Casey Joins Ukraine Band to Record Album
The Video Here During a humanitarian aid convoy in Ukraine earlier this year, Dropkick Murphys’ vocalist/founder Ken Casey took time to meet up with Ukrainian punk band O'Hamsters in the studio to record vocals for a Ukrainian translation of Dropkick Murphys’ single “Who’ll Stand With Us?”. The…
Editorial: Europe, it’s time to finally be brave. Start with Russian assets
A few weeks ago, U.S. Special Envoy Keith Kellogg gently berated Europe for not standing on its own two feet on the global stage and in confrontation with Russia. "I don't think the Europeans know how good they are, you're really good at what you do, and you don't need the United States with you in…
Moldova Ends Cultural Agreement with Russia, Plans European Center | Ukraine news - #Mezha
The Parliament of Moldova, at its meeting on Thursday, November 13, voted to denounce the agreement between the governments of Moldova and Russia regarding the creation and operation of cultural centers. The bill was backed by 60 deputies who called for the termination of the document’s effect.…
New study: Ukrainian-American businesses generate billions for US economy
Like many Ukrainians, Valerii Iakovenko and his family ended up far from home in 2022 after the full-scale Russian invasion; in Pennsylvania, to be precise. Valerii wasn’t just seeking safe harbor in a storm, though. He was also expanding his business, which happens to be agricultural scouting with…
'Not a guest house for Putin worshippers' — Controversial Russian rapper banned from entering Lithuania
CultureNovember 13, 2025 2:25 pm • 3 min read by Russian rapper Morgenshtern at a Moscow music festival in 2018. (Wikimedia Commons) Russian rapper Morgenshtern has been banned from entering Lithuania for 10 years after the government deemed him a potential "threat to national security."…
Epstein Tried Contacting Lavrov to Discuss Trump, Emails Reveal - The Moscow Times
The late American financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein attempted to pass a message to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov about U.S. President Donald Trump weeks before he first met with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in Helsinki in 2018, Politico reported on Wednesday, citing newly…
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Black Sea suffers as war and Crimea occupation trigger methane emissions
According to the latest data, over 600 active methane sources have been recorded in the coastal zone of Crimea, and another 350 near the Caucasus coast. Some of the emissions have been registered at depths of up to 725 meters in the form of gas hydrates - crystalline structures that can…
Germany Signals Green Light to Exit Yamal LNG Deal Under EU’s 19th Sanctions Package
Breadcrumb Home POLITICS Höegh Esperanza floating LNG import ship at Germany’s Wilhelmshaven LNG terminal. Published at: Nov 13 2025 - 08:04 / Updated at: Nov 13 2025 - 08:04 Germany may invoke “force majeure” to exit Yamal LNG deal. The EU’s 19th sanctions package provides state-owned SEFE legal…
Black Sea Battleground Archives - Jamestown
Technology Politics & Society Economics & Energy Information Warfare Foreign Policy Military & Security Black Sea Battleground Through a series of research papers, expert discussions and workshops, Jamestown’s Special Project “Black Sea Battleground” aims to identify and analyze the key elements of…
‘Compared to Bakhmut, this is already a different war’ — novelist Myroslav Laiuk on his wartime reporting
As the full-scale war enters into its fourth year, novelist and poet Myroslav Laiuk has found himself drawn to front-line reporting. He has traveled everywhere, from Bakhmut to Pokrovsk and Kherson, documenting the war and those living through it. His novel “The World Is Not Yet Made” is forthcoming…
How Ukrainians rescue animals from front lines and war-torn communities
What's the problem? Every day, Russia's war leaves hundreds of animals without a home or protection. Hungry, frightened, and often injured, they wait. And with every day that passes without help, their chances of survival shrink. According to Ukrainian law, local communities are responsible for…
Milton Keynes charity sends vital equipment to Ukraine thanks to Cygnet donation
Cygnet has donated a range of essential furniture and equipment from one of its sites to Help Ukraine BAMK UK, a Milton Keynes-based community organisation supporting hospitals and humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. Following Cygnet Health Care’s acquisition of the former Hyde Nursing Home in Greater…
UK finally closes LNG loophole that let British ships fund Russia's war - after 3 years - Euromaidan Press
The UK will ban its firms from providing shipping or insurance services for Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports starting in 2026, aiming to curb Moscow’s fossil fuel revenues that fund its war against Ukraine. While Britain and the EU banned direct imports of Russian LNG years ago following…
Shipping operators uncertain on Red Sea return after Houthi ceasefire | Shipping reports | Shipping Telegraph
Yemen’s Houthis have signalled a halt to their attacks on Israel and commercial ships in the Red Sea following the ceasefire in Gaza, although the risk to shipping remains. While confirming a pause for now, an immediate largescale return to the region will require a series of further assurances,…
Russian strike hits paint and varnish factory in Sumy
A Russian attack on an industrial zone in the city of Sumy hit a local factory on the afternoon of 13 November, prompting authorities to advise residents to close windows and limit time outdoors. Source: Suspilne Sumy, a Sumy-related branch of Ukrainian public broadcaster Suspilne; Sumy City…
Türkiye Plans Canal That Could Undermine Montreux Convention - Jamestown
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Russia Designates Exiled Political Analyst Shulmann, Philanthropist Zimin as ‘Terrorists and Extremists’ - The Moscow Times
Russia’s financial watchdog Rosfinmonitoring on Thursday added exiled political analyst Ekaterina Schulmann and philanthropist Boris Zimin to its list of “terrorists and extremists.” The designation enables authorities to freeze bank accounts and block access to financial services without a court…
Poland Prepares First Military Satellite for Service
SPACE & MISSILES Military Satellites Poland Defense official calls 2025 “the year of space,” noting the satellite will be Poland’s first military spacecraft in orbit. Defensemirror.com bureau 05:27 AM, November 14, 2025 394 Representational @ICEYE Poland opened an exhibition on November 13 in Warsaw…
Soyuz supplier sees orders collapse
Site map Site update log About this site About the author Mailbox SUPPORT THIS SITE! ADVERTISE Searching for details: The author of this page will appreciate comments, corrections and imagery related to the subject. Please contact Anatoly Zak. Soyuz supplier sees orders collapse Russia's major…
14 out of 19 Russian missiles and 405 out of 430 drones neutralized over Ukraine, including 2 out of 3 Kinzhals
Kyiv • UNN November 14 2025, 08:01 AM • 2508 views Overnight, Russia launched 19 missiles, including 13 ballistic missiles, and 430 drones at Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure. 405 drones and 14 missiles were neutralized, including 2 out of 3 Kinzhals. Russia launched 19 missiles at Ukraine…
Ukrainian documentary Divia to be shown at UN climate conference
The Ukrainian documentary Divia, directed by Dmytro Hreshko, will be shown at the United Nations International Climate Conference, which runs from 10 to 21 November in Belém, Brazil. Source: Ukrainian public broadcaster Suspilne Culture Details: The film will be screened in the Ukrainian pavilion…
Assessing "Cognitive Warfare" | Small Wars Journal by Arizona State University
Despite its introduction over a decade ago by the People’s Liberation Army, there is no common understanding of Cognitive Warfare. Nor is there an agreement on the existence of a human or cognitive domain. These concepts compete in a crowded and confusing field centered around information technology…
Can Democracy Still Make a Comeback?
Hope for a Freer Future Is Dimmed but Not Lost Jane Harman November 13, 2025 Voting in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, October 2025 Luc Gnago / Reuters JANE HARMAN was Chair of the bipartisan Commission on the National Defense Strategy and Co-Chair of the Council on Foreign Relations Task Force on Space…
Regions Calling: Kremlin’s New Holidays Offer a Hollow Embrace of Indigenous Peoples, Activists Say - The Moscow Times
Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Regions Calling, your guide to developments beyond the Russian capital from The Moscow Times. President Vladimir Putin last week declared the creation of two new holidays dedicated to Indigenous minority peoples and the languages of the people of Russia.…
Turning undersea cables into a global monitoring system for seismic and environmental hazards
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Strengthening GNSS Resilience at the Source: The Critical Role of GNSS Antennas
In an increasingly interconnected world, the reliability of global navigation satellite system (GNSS) services supports critical infrastructure, from aviation and maritime navigation to telecommunications, agriculture and financial systems. As threats to GNSS signals—ranging from unintentional…
"It's impossible to win." NATO Secretary General issues clear warning to Putin — online.ua
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is determined that in the future, members of the bloc will more actively emphasize their own nuclear capabilities to deter rivals, primarily Russia. Points of attention In 2024, Rutte called for dismissing Putin's nuclear threats, emphasizing the lack of evidence…
Hundreds sing banned anti-Putin song in St. Petersburg
Failed attack! Belgian military intelligence sites temporarily blocked by Russian hackers
World » Failed attack! Belgian military intelligence sites temporarily blocked by Russian hackers The hackers are from the NoName057 group, who claimed responsibility for their actions on Telegram and explained that their intervention was related to statements by Belgian Defense Minister Theo…
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