Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1881, Natalia Goncharova, Russian theatrical costume and set designer, painter and illustrator (died 1962) was born. In 1916, Lyudmila Pavlichenko, Ukrainian-Russian soldier and sniper (died 1974) was born. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1945, Boris Galerkin, Russian mathematician and engineer (born 1871) passed away. In 1952, Irina Bokova, Bulgarian politician, Bulgarian Minister of Foreign Affairs was born. In 1998, Arkady Ostashev, Soviet/Russian scientist and engineer (born 1925) passed away. In 2006, The 2006 Lebanon War begins. In 2012, Syrian Civil War: Government forces target the homes of rebels and activists in Tremseh and kill anywhere between 68 and 150 people. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. In 2014, Valeriya Novodvorskaya, Russian journalist and politician (born 1950) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Ukraine Places Price Tag on Russian Lives – Gamified Warfare
War has now entered the video game stage. Ukraine has placed a literal price tag on Russian lives, paying soldiers roughly 2,200 for capturing an enemy combatant and around 330 for killing one in close combat when confirmed by video. This is the monetization of death. What better way to entice the youth than to []
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Ya Libnan
· Jun 24, 2026
Ukraine is raising the cost of war for Russia as the war shifts in Kyiv’s favor
Ukraine is basically demonstrating to the Russians that the cost of this war is only increasing. Not just for Putin’s regime but for ordinary Russians, as the war gets closer to their home PHOTO- Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a wreath-laying ceremony A string of political victories and deep-strike successes by Ukraine has revived hopes that the war could []
EUobserver
· Jun 26, 2026
Crimea declares ’emergency’ also on banks, as viral Russian soldier threatens anti-Putin mutiny (Ukraine Battlefield update, Day 1,583)
Soaring fuel prices, cash restrictions in Crimea, and growing talk of forced mobilisation mean ordinary Russians could soon feel the cost of the war.
AzerNews
· Jul 8, 2026
Ukraine's drone campaign turning Russia's oil system into new frontline
The escalation of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine has taken a highly destructive turn along the frontlines and border zones, shifting the focus of tactical strikes heavily onto retail energy networks. In recent months, Russian forces have initiated a systematic campaign targeting civilian petrol stations within a 30 to 50-kilometer radius of the Ukrainian border. Utilizing a combination of kamikaze drones, heavy artillery, and precision guided missiles, these strikes have left hundreds of local distribution points in ruins across regions like Kharkiv, Sumy, and Chernihiv.
TRT World
· Jul 7, 2026
US president demands higher Nato defence budget
Russia's war on Ukraine has cost hundreds of thousands of lives, but as the conflict unfolds, both the Russian and US presidents have been placing pressure on Nato. Putin's war of choice has highlighted vulnerabilities within the alliance, while Trump keeps telling Europe to step up to the plate. Jon Brain reports.
Russia Today
· Jul 3, 2026
Russian woman killed in Ukrainian missile strike – governor
Ukrainian attacks caused casualties and damage in Russia overnight Read Full Article at RT.com
Euromaidan Press
· Jul 4, 2026
Russia is building fake Ukrainians: One AI video, telling Ukrainians their soldiers are dying so politicians can buy villas, got 900,000 views
Russia has moved to conveyor production of fakes.
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Related coverage for "Ukraine Places Price Tag on Russian Lives – Gamified Warfare": Ya Libnan — Ukraine is raising the cost of war for Russia as the war shifts in Kyiv’s favor. EUobserver — Crimea declares ’emergency’ also on banks, as viral Russian soldier threatens anti-Putin mutiny (Ukraine Battlefield update, Day 1,583). AzerNews — Ukraine's drone campaign turning Russia's oil system into new frontline. TRT World — US president demands higher Nato defence budget. Russia Today — Russian woman killed in Ukrainian missile strike – governor. Euromaidan Press — Russia is building fake Ukrainians: One AI video, telling Ukrainians their soldiers are dying so politicians can buy villas, got 900,000 views