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UKRAINE'S COUNTEROFFENSIVE: A DEFINING MOMENT IN THE WAR Ukraine’s latest counteroffensive marks a critical turning point in the ongoing war with Russia. Launched with precision strikes and backed by Western-supplied weapons, Kyiv is making bold moves to reclaim territories still under Russian occupation. The offensive, though challenging, demonstrates Ukraine’s resilience and determination to restore its sovereignty despite mounting pressure from Moscow. Reports from the frontlines reveal that Ukrainian forces are intensifying their push in the eastern and southern regions, targeting key supply routes and logistics hubs. This strategy aims to weaken Russia’s grip and cut off vital reinforcements. However, progress has been slow due to heavily fortified Russian defenses, landmines, and persistent drone and artillery strikes. International observers view this counteroffensive as a test of Ukraine’s long-term strategy and its ability to sustain momentum with limited resou...

🌍 UKRAINE'S ALLIES MEET IN PARIS AMID UNCERTAINTY OVER U.S. BACKING World leaders gathered in Paris today in a high-stakes meeting to discuss Ukraine’s future security, as the war with Russia drags on with no immediate end in sight. The summit, which brought together around 30 Western leaders and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, aimed to outline a framework for long-term guarantees once hostilities eventually cease. European nations have expressed strong willingness to form what President Emmanuel Macron described as a “coalition of the willing” to support Ukraine militarily and economically in the postwar era. Discussions included commitments to strengthen defense cooperation, boost military aid, and consider possible international deployments to secure Ukraine’s borders and infrastructure. However, the absence of a firm U.S. position has raised concerns among participants. While Washington has been Ukraine’s most significant military backer since the start ...

TINUBU DECLARES STATE POLICE “UNAVOIDABLE” AMID RISING INSECURITY September 3, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to establishing state police in Nigeria, describing the move as “unavoidable” in the face of rising insecurity across the country. Speaking at the Presidential Villa while hosting a delegation from Katsina State led by Governor Dikko Radda, Tinubu emphasized that the federal government is reviewing the nation’s entire security framework. He noted that the challenges posed by banditry, terrorism, and other violent crimes demand a decentralized policing system tailored to local needs. “I am reviewing all aspects of security, and I have to create state police. We are looking at that holistically,” Tinubu declared. He stressed that citizens, places of worship, and public spaces must be fully protected, and pledged that reforms would be pursued with urgency. As part of immediate measures, the President ordered a comprehens...

INDIA COURT SENTENCES MAN TO DEATH FOR BURNING WIFE OVER SKIN COLOUR September 3, 2025 | Udaipur, Rajasthan In a landmark ruling that has drawn national and international attention, a Rajasthan court has sentenced a man to death for the brutal killing of his wife, driven by prejudice against her skin colour. The case, which dates back to 2017, has been described by the court as a “heinous crime against humanity” and categorized under the “rarest of rare” offences. The victim, identified as Laxmi, had endured repeated humiliation from her husband, Kishanlal, who often mocked her for being “dark and fat.” According to her dying declaration, the abuse escalated into a deadly act when Kishanlal deceived her into applying what he claimed was a fairness medicine. The substance had an acidic smell, and when she resisted, he ignited her with an incense stick and poured more of the chemical on her. Laxmi sustained severe burns and succumbed to her injuries days later. The prosecutio...