As Ukraine war hits 1,000 days, uncertainty for what lies ahead – National

It was 1,000 days ago that Russia launched its full-scale invasion into Ukraine, and the grim milestone arrives with uncertainty and trepidation over what could come next. The war has been in an effective stalemate for several months, with little movement on the front lines while death and destruction continue to mount. With the international … Read more

Russia’s Putin signs updated doctrine that lowers threshold for using nuclear weapons

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine declaring that a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power will be considered a joint attack on his country. Putin’s endorsement of the new nuclear deterrent policy comes on the 1,000th day after he sent troops into … Read more

Burglary reported at Windsor Castle, home to Prince William and Princess Kate

Burglary reported at Windsor Castle, home to Prince William and Princess Kate – CBS News Watch CBS News A burglary was reported on the grounds of Windsor Castle. The apparent breach of security allegedly happened on Oct. 13. A British tabloid reported thieves broke into the estate through the Shaw Farm gate, reportedly ramming it … Read more

More than 200 children killed in Lebanon amid Israeli bombardment: UN | Israel attacks Lebanon News

Three children have been killed daily in Lebanon over the past two months, UNICEF reports, as it urges action to stop the violence. More than 200 children have been killed in Lebanon since Israel launched a military campaign focused on its northern neighbour two months ago, the United Nations agency for children (UNICEF) has said. … Read more

Russia-U.S. tensions hit global markets as Putin lowers the threshold for a nuclear strike

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a plenary session of the Valdai Club on Nov. 7, 2024 in Moscow, Russia.  Contributor | Getty Images News | Getty Images Global stocks fell and investors fled to safe-haven assets on Tuesday, as global markets reacted to escalating tensions between the world’s two largest nuclear powers: Russia and … Read more

Furious row at UN as Russia blocks peace move

In a move strongly condemned by the UK and US, Russia has vetoed a draft UK-backed UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Sudan. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the veto a “disgrace”. But Russia accused the UK of meddling in Sudanese affairs without involving Sudan itself. Sudan’s 19-month civil war is … Read more