Polish Defense Chief Slams Criticism Over Ukrainian Aid

This EU state’s anti-Russian crusade has become a strategic dead end

How Poland’s anti-Russia foreign policy narrowed its options, empowered Kiev and turned support for Ukraine into a strategic trap Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Defence Ministry Says Ukraine's Attacks "Will Not Go Unanswered"

Russia's defence ministry has issued a statement vowing to not let Ukrainian attacks go unanswered.

Moscow rebukes Seoul for anti-Russia moves, military drills near North Korea

A senior Moscow official criticized South Korea for aligning with the West in its “attacks” on Russia in a meeting with Seoul’s ambassador, accusing the ROK of stoking tensions in the DPRK and urging his country to end sanctions against Pyongyang. Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko, Moscow’s top diplomat overseeing Korean Peninsula affairs among other []

Korea's World Cup elimination intensifies scrutiny of tactics, criticism of KFA

Korea's World Cup elimination intensifies scrutiny of tactics, criticism of KFA

Sybiha Acknowledges ‘Crisis’ in Polish-Ukrainian Relations, Urges Focus on Security

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha addressed the ongoing diplomatic tensions with Poland, characterizing the bilateral relationship as being in a “certain state of crisis.” The dispute centers on historical disagreements regarding the World War II-era Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) and the recent reciprocal return of state awards between leaders. Sybiha warned that the friction benefits Moscow and emphasized that the security of both nations is interdependent.

Presiden Korea Selatan minta maaf skuad bola sepak gagal di Piala Dunia

SEOUL: Presiden Korea Selatan, Lee Jae-myung mengecam penyingkiran awal pasukan kebangsaan bola sepak negara itu daripada Piala Dunia pada Ahad dengan menyalahkan individu yang tidak berwibawa dan memohon maaf kepada rakyat. Kempen Korea Selatan yang penuh bergelora dalam Piala Dunia di Amerika Utara berakhir seawal peringkat kumpulan dan berkemungkinan membawa kepada persaraan kapten pasukan, Son ... Read more The post Presiden Korea Selatan minta maaf skuad bola sepak gagal di Piala Dunia appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

“No one will dictate which heroes we honour,” declares Zelensky amid dispute with Poland

His comments have been criticised by figures from across Poland's political spectrum.

Russia Says Ukraine Rejects Local Ceasefire for Handover of Soldiers’ Bodies

Ukraine's Defense Ministry and General Staff did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Why Are Poland and Ukraine at Odds Over World War Two History?

Poland and Ukraine remain close allies in the war against Russia, but their relationship has been strained by a dispute over how to interpret World War Two history. The latest tensions were triggered after Kyiv named a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), a nationalist force that Poland accuses of carrying out mass [] The post Why Are Poland and Ukraine at Odds Over World War Two History? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

NIPSS DG tenders apologies to Berom Nation over militia remarks

After facing a torrent of backlash and condemnation following his recent remarks, in which he tagged the Berom people as militias, the Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Professor Ayo Omotayo, has tendered an apology to the Berom Nation and the people of Plateau State in general. Omotayo had gotten [] NIPSS DG tenders apologies to Berom Nation over militia remarks

Poland Severs Ties With Ukraine, Historical Differences Do Not Count

The dispute between Poland and Ukraine over historical issues has entered a new phase following reports that the United States warned Warsaw that Russia could soon attack Poland. Reports Suggest Poland Received a Warning Signal from Washington French publication L'Express expressed frustration over what it described as a dispute between Warsaw and Kyiv over a minor issue. The publication argued that the glorification of Nazi figures in Ukraine creates one major concern — that Russia could exploit the issue. According to the report, Poland had managed to avoid this problem throughout four and a half years of military conflict, but the situation has now changed. However, many in Poland no longer view the issue as insignificant. According to The Telegraph, Washington has repeatedly informed Warsaw about concerns related to possible Russian actions directed toward Polish territory and recently warned of a potential escalation in the coming months while outlining several possible scenarios.

Attempted attack: NIPSS DG apologises to Berom people, sues for peace

Director-General of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS, Professor Ayo Omotayo, has apologised to the Berom people over remarks he made during a television interview after the attempted attack on the institute. The post Attempted attack: NIPSS DG apologises to Berom people, sues for peace appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kremlin: Europe’s militarization concerns Russia

Kremlin: Europe’s militarization concerns Russia

[Photo] JUST IN: Belgian Defense Minister says Europe is not yet ready to defend itself withou [...]

JUST IN: Belgian Defense Minister says Europe is not yet ready to defend itself without continued US support.@BRICSNews

How Japan seeks to win over allies by rebutting China over military spending

Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi’s pushback against China signals a calculated bid to fend off accusations of Tokyo’s “new militarism” by Beijing to ensure that the label does not stick and slow Japan’s security reforms. His comments in recent weeks on separate instances are aimed at shaping the perceptions of Tokyo’s state partners, according to analysts. Speaking in his first published interview with foreign media as defence chief on June 17, Koizumi questioned the accuracy of...

MTN Chairman Mcebisi Jonas blames state failure for rising anti-foreigner sentiment in South Africa

Chairman of MTN Group, Mcebisi Jonas, has delivered a strong criticism of South Africa’s growing anti-foreigner sentiment, arguing that xenophobic rhetoric masks deeper failures of governance and diverts attention from the country’s unresolved economic and social challenges.

Ukrainian soldiers are pushing back against a military reform plan — after many years at the front, they still don’t know when they can go home

In mid-June, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry released the details of its military reform plan. It introduces new contracts and raises pay for some service members — but not all. Some soldiers thanked the ministry for finally moving to reform the system. But most have criticized the changes, Ukrainska Pravda reported. The outlet’s journalists laid out the reform’s key provisions and spoke with service members who hold a range of positions in the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

🇷🇺🇺🇦⚡️ — Russian authorities warn Ukrainian psychological warfare units are actively spreadin [...]

— Russian authorities warn Ukrainian psychological warfare units are actively spreading panic among Crimea and Sevastopol residents on social media, debunking a series of viral claims.No state of emergency has been introduced from June 21 — neither Crimean nor Sevastopol authorities have made such decisions.Queues at the Crimean Bridge are regular summer tourist traffic, not mass evacuation — the Kerch Bridge, Chongar, and Dzhankoy checkpoints remain fully operational.Fuel, food, and electricity supplies are sufficient — temporary power restrictions were introduced only for grid balancing during repair work, not due to shortage.Russian authorities: “All of this is psychological warfare — a set of measures aimed at stimulating emotions, fears, and hysterical behavior of citizens in the interests of the enemy.“​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​@IntelSlava

Poland and Ukraine’s difficult history creates political minefield for Tusk

Polish sentiment toward Ukraine has grown increasingly negative in recent years due to weariness with refugees, grain import disputes and the legacy of World War II killings.

From heavy criticism to death threats: South Korea’s team ridiculed

ALBAWABA - Following their loss against South Africa and early exit from the World Cup, South Korea's national football team was met with mass criticism, with some fans going as far as posting death threats on social media...

CNN: ‘We do need to defund the police’: 2020 interviews undermine Abdul El-Sayed’s claim he never advocated for unpopular movement

‘We do need to defund the police’: 2020 interviews undermine Abdul El-Sayed’s claim he never advocated for unpopular movementAndrew Kaczynski and Em SteckCNNJuly 7, 2026 Michigan Democratic Senate front-runner Abdul El-Sayed has faced criticism for previous comments he made about defunding the police. In recent interviews, El-Sayed has insisted he “never, never called for defunding” the []

UK’s Starmer holds defense talks with Dutch and Norwegian counterparts in Ankara

Talks focus on joint defense projects, security in Strait of Hormuz and support for Ukraine

Kallas: “What is happening in the West Bank is making a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine impossible”

The EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy criticises the Prime Minister of the Jewish State: “The situation in the West Bank is intolerable”

Putin Dismisses Ukraine's Offer: Russia Won't Pause Long-Range Strikes | Dawn News English

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukraine's proposal for a mutual halt to long-range strikes, arguing that it would distract from Moscow's military objectives. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #russiaukrainewar #geopolitics #internationalrelations #globalsecurity #peacetalks #militarystrategy #europeansecurity #worldnews #Ukraine #russia #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

International Relations expert says Russian threat against Poland a distraction from Ukraine setbacks

International Relations expert says Russian threat against Poland a distraction from Ukraine setbacks

K-pop stars, actors join fan backlash after South Korea's shock loss to South Africa

When South Korea suffered a 1-0 defeat to South Africa in its final Group A match — a game in which a draw would have been enough to secure automatic qualification for the Round of 32 — criticism poured in not only from soccer fans but also from K-pop stars and actors known for their passion for the sport. For celebrities, particularly K-pop idols whose words and actions are closely scrutinized, publicly expressing opinions on current events is relatively rare. When they do, it is often because

Crazed Putin’s New Invasion Plot Revealed

Anastasia Barashkova / REUTERSRussian dictator Vladimir Putin has hatched a plan to “provoke” NATO by launching attacks and possibly even an incursion against alliance member Poland.The Telegraph writes that Washington has sent warnings to Warsaw over new intelligence suggesting the country’s critical infrastructure could become the target of missile and drone strikes by the Kremlin. Moscow might also order ground troops in the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad into Poland from the north, the newspaper writes. Officials close to Polish President Karol Nawrocki confirmed to Onet, a national news outlet and part of the same corporate network as The Telegraph, that his office had received those reports. They said that Washington “systematically informs Poland about ever-new Russian plans for a conventional attack on NATO’s eastern flank, from which Poland is by no means excluded.”Read more at The Daily Beast.

Why Reject the Judges' Decision?

"It's ASTONISHING, UNWARRANTED, and UNLAWFUL." International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim A. A. Khan KC criticizes the ICC Bureau's decision.

Press review: NATO summit sets Ukraine support as EU resists sanctions critics in EU bloc

Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, July 8th

Zelenskyy Accuses Nawrocki of Following Orbán’s Anti-Ukrainian Playbook

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Polish President Karol Nawrocki of exploiting anti-Ukrainian sentiment for political gain, comparing him to Viktor Orbán. The remarks came amid a growing dispute between Kyiv and Warsaw over the legacy of the UPA, which Poland holds responsible for the massacre of tens of thousands of Polish civilians during WWII. The post Zelenskyy Accuses Nawrocki of Following Orbán’s Anti-Ukrainian Playbook appeared first on Hungarian Conservative.

Historical feud threatens to derail crucial relationship for Ukraine

Ukraine is now at odds with Poland, one of its closest and most important allies in its effort to defeat Russian aggression, over their fraught historical relationship. The dispute centers on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision last month to honor World War II Ukrainian national fighters who fought against the Soviet Union. The Poles consider []