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Libya Review
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
Libya & Chad Discuss Reopening Border to Boost Trade
The Chief of Staff of Libya's Ground Forces, General Saddam Haftar, arrived in Chad on a brief visit to discuss bilateral issues with Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. According to a statement from the Chadian presidency, the two officials focused on reopening the shared border between Libya and Chad. Talks included restoring cross-border trade, addressing the situation of Chadian nationals detained in Libya, and fostering peace in the region. The high-level meeting, which lasted over two hours, also addressed border security, trade facilitation, and migration management. Both sides emphasised the importance of stabilising the frontier zone and strengthening regional cooperation. Discussions highlighted plans to reopen road links between Chad and Egypt via Libyan territory, potentially boosting regional commerce. Déby praised the historic ties between the Libyan and Chadian people and reaffirmed Chad's commitment to supporting peace efforts in Libya. This meeting follows a visit by Chadian Defence Minister Issakha Maloua on 25 May to Benghazi. That visit, led by a high-ranking delegation, aimed to enhance military and security cooperation between the two neighbouring states. The Libyan News Agency reported at the time that the Chadian delegation visited in response to an official Libyan invitation. The talks marked a new step towards solidifying joint efforts to counter regional threats and promote security in the Sahel and Sahara regions. With rising concerns over cross-border smuggling, militant activity, and irregular migration, the two countries are seeking stronger coordination to maintain stability and mutual interests. Tags: ChadlibyaMahamat Idriss DébySaddam Haftar
The Independent
30-07-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russian strike on training camp kills three soldiers after Trump's 10-day ultimatum to Putin
At least three Ukrainian servicemen were killed and 18 others were injured after a Russian missile hit a Ukrainian training unit as Vladimir Putin's forces step up their attacks on Ukraine's training facilities, officials said. "Today, 29 July, the enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," the Ground Forces said. "Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately it was not possible to completely avoid losses among the personnel. As of 21:30, it is known that there are three dead and 18 wounded servicemen,' it said. The attack comes as US president Donald Trump said he will start imposing tariffs and other measures on Russia 10 days from today if Moscow does not make progress towards ending the Ukraine war. That gives Mr Putin until 8 August to reach a deal or face steep tariffs or sanctions from the US. Mr Trump, who first announced on Monday that he was shortening his initial 50-day deadline for action from Russia to '10 to 12' days, said he had not had a response from Mr Putin. Russian missile attack on Ukraine training unit kills three soldiers A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian training unit killed three servicemen and injured 18 on Tuesday in the latest in a series of similar attacks on training facilities, Ukraine's Ground Forces said. "Today, 29 July, the enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," the Ground Forces said in a statement on Telegram. The report gave no indication where the attack had taken place. But military bloggers suggested it had occurred near the country's northern border in Chernihiv region. "Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately it was not possible to completely avoid losses among the personnel. As of 21.30, it is known that there are three dead and 18 wounded servicemen." Injured servicemen were being treated, officials said. The military statement said a Commission would investigate the incident and if it was established that deaths or injuries "were caused by the actions or inaction of officials, those found guilty will be held accountable". Arpan Rai30 July 2025 04:15 In pictures: Rehabilitation for war veterans Jane Dalton30 July 2025 03:00 Use of deepfakes escalates digital warfare in Ukraine conflict Creating realistic deepfakes is getting easier than ever. Fighting back may take even more AI The use of deepfakes to impersonate high-level officials in the U.S. presents a growing security challenge Jane Dalton30 July 2025 01:30 Europe ready to pay higher US tariffs for arms for Ukraine amd security Higher US tariffs part of the price Europe was willing to pay for its security and arms for Ukraine The EU-U.S. tariff agreement sealed over the weekend has been described as a 'dark day' for Europe and even a capitulation to American demands Jane Dalton30 July 2025 00:01 In pictures: Prison hit by Russian strike Jane Dalton29 July 2025 23:01 Journalist and opposition supporter jailed for 12 years A Russian journalist has been convicted and sentenced to 12 years in prison on charges of "extremism" over her links to an opposition group, part of an unrelenting crackdown on dissent. A court in the city of Ufa in Russia's Bashkortostan region found Olga Komleva, 46, guilty of involvement with an organisation of late opposition leader Alexei Navalny that was officially branded "extremist". Following her closed-door trial, the judge also found Komleva guilty on charges of "spreading false information" about the Russian military. She rejected the charges. Komleva, who has been in custody since her arrest in March last year, had worked as a volunteer at the regional branch of Navalny's Foundation for Fighting Corruption before it was outlawed in 2021. She also worked for an independent news outlet and covered protests in the region. Navalny, who was Vladimir Putin's fiercest and most prominent foe and relentlessly campaigned against official corruption, died in February last year in an Arctic penal colony while serving a 19-year sentence on a number of charges, including running an extremist group. Jane Dalton29 July 2025 22:00 Three servicemen killed in strike on army training unit A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian training unit has killed three servicemen and injured 18, Ukraine's ground forces said. "The enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," they said. "Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately it was not possible to completely avoid losses among the personnel. As of 21.30, it is known that there are three dead and 18 wounded servicemen." Jane Dalton29 July 2025 21:47 Putin ally brushes off US demand for peace talks Putin ally brushes off Lindsey Graham's peace talks demands Former Russian president and prime minister brushed off US officials's warnings that Russia needs to begin peace deal talks to end the war in Ukraine Jane Dalton29 July 2025 20:56 Death toll of overnight attacks rises to 27 The death toll from Russian glide bombs and ballistic missiles overnight has risen to at least 27, Ukrainian officials say. As Russia's relentless strikes on civilian areas continued, four powerful Russian glide bombs hit a prison in Ukraine's southeastern Zaporizhia region, killing at least 16 inmates and wounding more than 90 others, Ukraine's Justice Ministry said. In the Dnipro region of central Ukraine, authorities said missiles partially destroyed a three-storey building and damaged medical facilities, including a maternity hospital and a city hospital ward. At least three people were killed, including a 23-year-old pregnant woman, and two other people were killed elsewhere in the region, regional authorities said. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky said that overnight Russian strikes across the country hit 73 cities, towns and villages. "These were conscious, deliberate strikes — not accidental," he said on Telegram. Jane Dalton29 July 2025 19:58 Trump warns Putin Russia has 10 days before tariffs hit US president Donald Trump says he will start imposing tariffs and other measures on Russia 10 days from today if Moscow does not make progress towards ending the war. Mr Trump, who first announced on Monday that he was shortening his initial 50-day deadline for action from Moscow, said he had not had a response from Russia. Mr Trump also said he was not worried about the potential impact of Russian sanctions on the oil market or prices, saying the US would boost domestic oil production to offset any impact.
Deccan Herald
30-07-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Russian strike on Ukrainian training unit kills three servicemen, injures 18
'Today, July 29, the enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,' the Ground Forces said in a statement on Telegram.
The Hindu
30-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Russian strike on Ukrainian training unit kills three servicemen, injures 18, military says
A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian training unit killed three servicemen and injured 18 on Tuesday (July 29, 2025) in the latest in a series of similar attacks on training facilities, Ukraine's Ground Forces said. "Today, July 29, the enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," the Ground Forces said in a statement on Telegram. "Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately it was not possible to completely avoid losses among the personnel. As of 21:30, it is known that there are three dead and 18 wounded servicemen." Reuters could not independently verify the Ukrainian report and there was no immediate comment from Russia's military. Injured servicemen, it said, were being treated. The report gave no indication where the attack had taken place. But military bloggers suggested it had occurred near the country's northern border in Chernihiv region. The military statement said a Commission would investigate the incident and if it was established that deaths or injuries "were caused by the actions or inaction of officials, those found guilty will be held accountable". Additional security measures, it said, were being introduced to protect servicemen from missile or other air attacks on training centres. A Russian attack on a training ground in central Ukraine in June killed 12 servicemen and wounded dozens. The incident prompted the commander of Ukraine's ground forces to tender his resignation and he was reassigned to another post. Another attack in June struck a training centre in southern Ukraine, killing three servicemen and injuring 14.
India Today
29-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
3 Ukrainian soldiers killed, 18 injured in Russian missile strike on training unit
A Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian military training unit killed three servicemen and injured 18 others on Tuesday, according to Ukraine's Ground Forces.'Today, July 29, the enemy launched a missile strike on the territory of one of the training units of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,' the military said in a statement on Telegram.'Despite the security measures taken, unfortunately, it was not possible to completely avoid losses among the personnel. As of 21:30, it is known that there are three dead and 18 wounded servicemen,' the statement The location of the strike was not officially disclosed, but military bloggers suggested it may have occurred near Ukraine's northern border in the Chernihiv response teams are working at the site, and an official investigation into the incident has been launched. A special commission led by the head of the Military Law Enforcement Service is probing whether any official misconduct contributed to the casualties.'If it's found that the actions or inaction of officials led to the deaths and injuries of military personnel, those responsible will be held accountable,' the Ground Forces attack is the latest in a string of Russian missile strikes targeting Ukrainian military training facilities. A similar strike in central Ukraine in June killed 12 soldiers and wounded dozens, prompting the resignation of then-Ground Forces Commander Mykhailo Drapatyi. He was reassigned days later and replaced by Brigadier General Hennadii latest attack comes as US President Donald Trump escalates pressure on Moscow, warning that the US will begin imposing tariffs and other punitive measures within 10 to 12 days unless Russia makes concrete moves toward ending the war in who had earlier set a 50-day deadline, announced the revised timeline on Monday, citing Russia's continued inaction. 'I'm going to make a new deadline of about... 10 or 12 days from today,' he said during a meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.- EndsWith inputs from ReutersTune InMust Watch
