Author: Vanshu Mehra

Russia-Ukraine Update: Command structure for possible nuclear strikes?

Command structure for possible : The Russian president makes the choice to deploy nuclear weapons, according to a 2020 document titled “Basic Principles of State Policy of the Russian Federation on Nuclear Deterrence.” The president carries a tiny suitcase known as the Cheget with him at all times, which connects him to Russia’s strategic nuclear forces’ command and control network. The Cheget does not have a nuclear launch button; instead, it sends launch instructions to the General Staff, the top military authority. Command structure for possible Published By – Vanshu Mehra

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Russia-Ukraine update: Damage caused by Russian forces after a recent shelling

Damage caused by Russia: Despite multiple sanctions imposed by the West and other countries, Russia invaded Ukraine on Thursday. On Thursday, Russia started a broad offensive on Ukraine, striking cities and bases with aircraft. Several explosions have been heard around the country. The Russian military’s continuous shelling has wreaked havoc on Ukrainian cities. Several people have died as a result of the incident. Damage caused by Russia Published By – Vanshu Mehra

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Russia-Ukraine update: India may be hit with CAATSA

Under the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA), the Biden administration is considering whether to apply or waive sanctions against India for its purchase of Russia’s S-400 Triumf missile defence system, according to a senior US diplomat, Donald Lu, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, who testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on the Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism on March 2. Biden administration looking whether to apply or waive sanctions on India under CAATSA: US diplomatRead @ANI Story | https://t.co/4h5xopmRTX#India #USA pic.twitter.com/6S6aObjdaa— ANI Digital (@ani_digital) March 3, 2022 Clickbait and a…

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Putin has urged the Ukrainian troops to put down their arms

On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin urged the Ukrainian military to abandon its struggle and turn on their rulers. Putin said at Friday’s Security Council meeting that the majority of Ukrainian armed troops are hesitant to confront Russian soldiers. According to him, the resistance formations are largely volunteer battalions comprised of right-wing Ukrainian nationalists. He did not, however, provide any proof to back up his accusations. Russia’s defence ministry announced on Friday that its forces had taken control of the crucial Hostomel airport, located barely 7 kilometres (4 miles) northwest of Kyiv, and had landed paratroopers there. The operation also…

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Ukraine and Russia ready to initiate talks for 'neutral status'

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims that no one is “willing to fight beside us.” President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has chastised Western nations for failing to assist Ukraine, claiming that his country has been forced to battle invading Russian forces on its own. “Is anyone willing to fight beside us?” He stated, “I don’t see anyone.” “Who is willing to ensure Ukraine’s NATO membership?” Everyone is frightened.” “We’re the only ones defending our country.” “The world’s most powerful forces are observing this from afar,” Zelenskyy said, adding that new sanctions packages do not go far enough. “Did the sanctions imposed yesterday…

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Russia says it is willing to talk if Ukraine "lays down its arms."

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated today that if Ukraine’s military surrendered, Moscow would be willing to discuss, and that the invading forces were seeking to liberate the country from “oppression.” Moscow said that on the first day of the invasion of Ukraine, it had achieved all of its objectives and destroyed 83 land-based Ukrainian targets. Since the start of the day, Russia has launched 203 attacks on its western neighbour, according to official reports. On Thursday, Ukrainian forces fought Russian invaders on three fronts after Moscow launched a land, sea, and air assault in the worst attack on a European…

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Ambassador's Video Message to the Indian Nationals in Ukraine

As the tension amid Russia-Ukraine escalated on Thursday, the Indian students stranded queued up outside the Indian Embassy in Kiev seeking the authorities’ help as they ran out of food and money. Though all could not be accommodated inside the Embassy premises, the officials have organised safe lodgings for them nearby and the students were moved there. The Russian military actions in Ukraine have triggered panic among all sections, including students from India. Student’s said, “We urged the embassy officials in Kiev to allow us to sit inside as the temperature outside is two degrees Celsius and the students are…

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The president of Ukraine has promised to give firearms to "everyone who wants one."

According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the government will provide guns to every citizen who want to defend Ukraine. Ukraine has promised: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appealed to any residents who are willing to protect Ukraine against Russian soldiers to come forward, stating that Kyiv will provide firearms to anyone who requests them. On Thursday, Russia launched an all-out land, air, and sea invasion of Ukraine, the worst attack by one country against another in Europe since World War II, fulfilling the West’s greatest fears. Zelenskyy also urged Russians to take to the streets in protest of the conflict. “It’s time…

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China urges its citizens in Ukraine to stay home

China denied that Russia’s actions in Ukraine were a “invasion” and asked all parties to maintain patience, while also advising its citizens to stay at home or, if they must travel, to raise a Chinese flag. After President Vladimir Putin ordered what he dubbed an unique military operation in the east, Russian forces fired missiles at numerous locations in Ukraine and landed troops on the country’s coast, officials and media reported. “China is keeping a careful eye on what’s going on right now.” “We urge all parties to maintain moderation so that the situation does not spiral out of control,”…

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