Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy has said that Russia stands to gain from the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, and the attack on Israel could distract allies from the ongoing devastation continuing to unfold in Ukraine.
Western nations are very keen to pat themselves on the back when it comes to the war in Ukraine. It’s true, many countries have done a great deal and paid a heavy price economically and in the depletion of their own defences; Britain, America and Poland perhaps above most others.
Amidst a backdrop of lingering allegations of corruption, Robert Fico has defied expectations by emerging victorious in Slovakia’s recent election. Known for his pro-Russian stance and contentious campaign promises, Fico’s mandate could have far-reaching consequences for the region.
In a jaw-dropping twist that has left the world baffled, Admiral Viktor Sokolov, the commander of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet, who was earlier reported dead in a missile strike on Sevastopol, emerged unscathed in a Kremlin defence meeting video alongside Russian Defence Minister Shoigu.
