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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Putin suddenly cancels Russia's naval parade after huge losses in Ukraine war as Trump ‘loses patience' with tyrant
VLADIMIR Putin has mysteriously cancelled his annual naval parade at the last-minute as Russia's war losses continue to mount. Ukraine has managed to destroy over a third of Russia's combat fleets in the Black Sea since Putin's invasion in 2022 as well as eliminating over a million soldiers. Advertisement 9 Vladimir Putin has mysteriously cancelled his annual naval parade at the last-minute Credit: AFP 9 A Russian warship upin flames after a Ukrainian attack on a Black Sea port Credit: TELEGRAM/UNPIXS 9 Russian amphibious ship, the Caesar Kunikov, was sunk off the coast of Crimea in a powerful explosion Credit: UKRAINIAN MILITARY/UNPIXS 9 Russia's event is often touted as an opportunity for Putin to show off his military might but Kremlin officials are yet to provide an explanation into why it has been axed. The Ukrainian Center for Countering Disinformation first announced the cancellation online as they said: "The Kremlin can no longer pretend that the war doesn't affect Russia's home front. "The war impacts all areas of life in Russia, even symbolic and high-profile events like the navy parade. "Today, Russian warships cannot feel safe even on their own territory. Advertisement read more in Ukraine war "Against this backdrop, the news that Russia's only aircraft carrier, the Admiral Kuznetsov, will be decommissioned and scrapped is especially telling." Work on the hulking Ukraine has systematically laid waste to Putin's naval forces since 2022 in kamikaze drone and missile attacks. In 2024, Putin's newest and only remaining missile cruiser in the Black Sea was Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Exclusive Exclusive Breaking The 'Zyklon' was taken out alongside the 266-M minesweeper, Kovrovets, in a devastating ATACMS missiles strike. Putin refuses to meet Zelensky to end war as tyrant's forces kill six in fresh blitz on residential area in Ukraine Its sinking was part of Last April, said it had struck the salvage ship Kommuna - the oldest ship still serving in the . Ukraine's top brass say they have decimated 34 per cent of the Black Sea Fleet's 184 warships had been disabled. Advertisement It is not the first time Putin has been forced to axe an annual Russian celebration due to the raging conflict. He was made to cancel midnight firework displays across Russia on New Year's Eve as a joyless consequence of his war. There were even claims that the war-wounded could be scared of the noise from fireworks. Despite facing crippling losses Putin has continued to launch deadly strikes on Ukrainian civilians in recent days as he continues to anger the US. Advertisement America has accused Moscow of dragging out the war with their senseless attacks instead of agreeing to a peace deal. 9 A Russian rocket boat and other warships float past drawbridges above the Neva River ahead of the 2022 parade Credit: AP 9 Putin out on the water at the parade last year Credit: AP 9 Putin unleashed another deadly blitz on civilians with a fire raging in the Dnipropetrovsk region on Saturday Credit: East2West Advertisement US secretary of state Marco Rubio told Fox News on Saturday that President Donald Trump is now growing 'impatient' with Putin's delaying tactics. He said: "I think he is growing increasingly frustrated that despite having very good interaction with Vladimir Putin in phone calls, it never leads to anything. "The time has come for some action here, and I think the president has made that abundantly clear. "He's losing his patience, he is losing his willingness to continue to wait for the Russian side to do something here to bring an end to this war. Advertisement "That wasn't his war, but he wants to see it come to an end." The US has been trying to force Putin to negotiate a deal with Trump issuing a He vented his frustration with the despot, declaring he was The US and Kyiv have also been pushing to get Vlad to meet with Volodymyr Zelensky in what would be the first meeting of the pair since Russia 's illegal invasion. Advertisement But the Kremlin was quick to This isn't likely to happen until the end of August at the earliest, he added. Hours after, Putin ordered his troops to unleash another deadly blitz on civilians. At least six Ukrainians were killed in the horror Russian strikes which targeted a high rise building and left a shopping mall up in flames. Advertisement Kharkiv, Novodvoryansky, Dnipro and Kamianske were all targeted. 9 Death and destruction was brought to Dnipropetrovsk region Credit: East2West 9 Putin has been embarrassed again by having to cancel a parade Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Putin's soldiers killed ‘in mass poisoning by laced bottles of WATER' in suspected Ukrainian sabotage operation
VLADIMIR Putin's men were reportedly killed by poisoned water bottles in a suspected Ukrainian sabotage operation. At least four soldiers were said to have died in excruciating pain after drinking from bottles labelled "Our Water", allegedly supplied to the front line in a humanitarian consignment. Advertisement 8 At least four Russian soldiers were reportedly killed by poisoned water bottles Credit: East2West 8 Russian war channels suspect it was part of a Ukrainian sabotage operation Credit: East2West 8 Poisoned troops could be seen convulsing and moaning in agony in distressing footage Credit: East2West 8 The bottled water that allegedly poisoned the soldiers Credit: East2West Several others are said to be in critical condition in another major blow to The deadly incident, which unfolded in the Panteleimonivka area of Donetsk, has sparked horror and fury across pro-Kremlin military channels. Distressing footage seen by The Sun shows poisoned troops convulsing, moaning in agony, and slipping into unconsciousness as medics scramble to help. In one chilling clip, a soldier is heard asking a stricken comrade: 'Have you taken some water on the way?' — but the man is too far gone to respond. Advertisement More on the Ukraine war 'He is so unwell,' another voice says. The water reportedly came from Simferopol, the capital of Russian-annexed Crimea, and was distributed under the guise of aid. Now, it's feared to have been a Trojan horse of death. Investigators are combing through the supply chain, desperate to uncover who tampered with the water — and how it reached frontline troops. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Pro-Kremlin outlet Tsargrad demanded answers: 'The situation requires a thorough investigation – who supplied the water, how it got to the front line, and who could have poisoned it?' Putin blitzes Ukrainian shopping centre with half-ton glide bomb killing two They warned: 'One thing is clear – soldiers should be extremely careful with any drinks.' The poison panic has spread fast, with Putin's mouthpiece channels flashing urgent warnings to not drink the water amid soaring summer temperatures. While some Russian-linked media are already blaming a 'Ukrainian sabotage operation', hard evidence is yet to emerge. Advertisement A Ukrainian source hit back, suggesting: 'It's unclear whether this was actual poisoning or drug overdoses, with commanders possibly using the 'poisoned water' story to cover up drug-related incidents.' Putin's firestorm As poisoned soldiers writhed on one front, Putin launched a merciless aerial onslaught across Ukraine — striking shopping centres, apartment blocks, and industrial targets in a scorched-earth campaign that continues to defy global warnings. In the town of Dobropillia, a Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike as 'horrendous, dumb Russian terror', accusing Moscow of trying to kill as many civilians as possible. Advertisement At least 54 shops and 13 residential buildings were hit. 8 Russian drones attacked several residential settlements in Sumy region Credit: East2West 8 Putin's drones also attacked the city of Dnipro Credit: East2West Officials fear more victims remain buried under the rubble as rescue teams battle fires and dig through twisted metal. Advertisement This isn't the first time Dobropillia has been attacked — a March missile and drone strike killed 11, including five children. And the terror continues: from kamikaze drone attacks in Dnipro that left the city choking in smoke, to deadly barrages on Nikopol, Kharkiv and Sumy. In Nikopol, Russian forces pulled a grotesque double hit — striking a cargo truck, then targeting emergency responders when they arrived. Even as Russia unleashes devastation, Ukraine is punching back. Advertisement Overnight, drones reportedly struck key military-linked manufacturing targets deep inside Russian territory, including a chemicals plant in Tula and an aircraft repair facility in Smolensk. In Belgorod, three civilians were reported killed and 17 wounded, while in Voronezh, drones slammed into a tower block — injuring at least three children. 8 Russia has killed two people and left 22 wounded after a deadly bombing on a Ukrainian shopping centre Credit: Telegram/Vadym Filashkin 8 Officials have been desperately trying to extinguish fires and rescue those trapped Credit: AFP Advertisement Trump's ultimatum The US President, who has sent special envoy Keith Kellogg to Ukraine this week, expressed fury over Russia's continued targeting of civilians. He promised to back Kyiv with 'everything' in America's arsenal — including JASSM cruise missiles — But the Kremlin is snarling back. Advertisement And Putin appears unfazed. Touring a drone factory, he bizarrely praised Ukraine's 'incredible innovations', even as his forces flattened civilian centres.
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Putin's soldiers killed ‘in mass poisoning by laced bottles of WATER' in suspected Ukrainian sabotage operation
Distressing footage seen by The Sun showed the allegedly poisoned troops convulsing and moaning in agony SIP OF DEATH Putin's soldiers killed 'in mass poisoning by laced bottles of WATER' in suspected Ukrainian sabotage operation Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) VLADIMIR Putin's men were reportedly killed by poisoned water bottles in a suspected Ukrainian sabotage operation. At least four soldiers were said to have died in excruciating pain after drinking from bottles labelled "Our Water", allegedly supplied to the front line in a humanitarian consignment. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 8 At least four Russian soldiers were reportedly killed by poisoned water bottles Credit: East2West 8 Russian war channels suspect it was part of a Ukrainian sabotage operation Credit: East2West 8 Poisoned troops could be seen convulsing and moaning in agony in distressing footage Credit: East2West 8 The bottled water that allegedly poisoned the soldiers Credit: East2West Several others are said to be in critical condition in another major blow to Mad Vlad's invasion of Ukraine. The deadly incident, which unfolded in the Panteleimonivka area of Donetsk, has sparked horror and fury across pro-Kremlin military channels. Distressing footage seen by The Sun shows poisoned troops convulsing, moaning in agony, and slipping into unconsciousness as medics scramble to help. In one chilling clip, a soldier is heard asking a stricken comrade: 'Have you taken some water on the way?' — but the man is too far gone to respond. 'He is so unwell,' another voice says. The water reportedly came from Simferopol, the capital of Russian-annexed Crimea, and was distributed under the guise of aid. Now, it's feared to have been a Trojan horse of death. Investigators are combing through the supply chain, desperate to uncover who tampered with the water — and how it reached frontline troops. Pro-Kremlin outlet Tsargrad demanded answers: 'The situation requires a thorough investigation – who supplied the water, how it got to the front line, and who could have poisoned it?' Putin blitzes Ukrainian shopping centre with half-ton glide bomb killing two They warned: 'One thing is clear – soldiers should be extremely careful with any drinks.' The poison panic has spread fast, with Putin's mouthpiece channels flashing urgent warnings to not drink the water amid soaring summer temperatures. While some Russian-linked media are already blaming a 'Ukrainian sabotage operation', hard evidence is yet to emerge. A Ukrainian source hit back, suggesting: 'It's unclear whether this was actual poisoning or drug overdoses, with commanders possibly using the 'poisoned water' story to cover up drug-related incidents.' Putin's firestorm As poisoned soldiers writhed on one front, Putin launched a merciless aerial onslaught across Ukraine — striking shopping centres, apartment blocks, and industrial targets in a scorched-earth campaign that continues to defy global warnings. In the town of Dobropillia, a 500kg glide bomb dropped by Russian forces ripped through a busy shopping centre, killing two and wounding at least 25. Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike as 'horrendous, dumb Russian terror', accusing Moscow of trying to kill as many civilians as possible. At least 54 shops and 13 residential buildings were hit. 8 Russian drones attacked several residential settlements in Sumy region Credit: East2West 8 Putin's drones also attacked the city of Dnipro Credit: East2West Officials fear more victims remain buried under the rubble as rescue teams battle fires and dig through twisted metal. This isn't the first time Dobropillia has been attacked — a March missile and drone strike killed 11, including five children. And the terror continues: from kamikaze drone attacks in Dnipro that left the city choking in smoke, to deadly barrages on Nikopol, Kharkiv and Sumy. In Nikopol, Russian forces pulled a grotesque double hit — striking a cargo truck, then targeting emergency responders when they arrived. Even as Russia unleashes devastation, Ukraine is punching back. Overnight, drones reportedly struck key military-linked manufacturing targets deep inside Russian territory, including a chemicals plant in Tula and an aircraft repair facility in Smolensk. In Belgorod, three civilians were reported killed and 17 wounded, while in Voronezh, drones slammed into a tower block — injuring at least three children. 8 Russia has killed two people and left 22 wounded after a deadly bombing on a Ukrainian shopping centre Credit: Telegram/Vadym Filashkin 8 Officials have been desperately trying to extinguish fires and rescue those trapped Credit: AFP Trump's ultimatum The poisonings and bombings are unfolding as geopolitical tensions spike — with Donald Trump firing a 50-day peace ultimatum at Putin, threatening to hit Russia with 100 per cent tariffs unless it agrees to a ceasefire deal. The US President, who has sent special envoy Keith Kellogg to Ukraine this week, expressed fury over Russia's continued targeting of civilians. He promised to back Kyiv with 'everything' in America's arsenal — including JASSM cruise missiles — to force Putin back to the negotiating table. But the Kremlin is snarling back. Russian sources scoffed at Trump's ultimatum, reportedly saying it might make Moscow demand more territory, not less. And Putin appears unfazed. Touring a drone factory, he bizarrely praised Ukraine's 'incredible innovations', even as his forces flattened civilian centres.
The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
Putin's ONLY rustbucket aircraft carrier that limped through Channel in pathetic show of force ‘to finally be scrapped'
VLADIMIR Putin's only rustbucket aircraft carrier that struggled through the Channel is poised to be scrapped after seven years of failed repairs. Work on the hulking 7 Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov in the English Channel Credit: EPA 7 The rust bucket is said to be doomed for the scrap heap Credit: AFP or licensors 7 The vessel has been dubbed Putin's 'Ship of Shame' Credit: Reuters 7 It's believed the rust bucket - Former Pacific Fleet commander Admiral Sergey Avakyants applauded the decision to cease repairs, calling He said today: 'The aircraft carrier is already a fading era. Read more on World 'It is a very expensive and inefficient naval weapon. 'The future belongs to carriers of robotic complexes and unmanned aviation. 'If the decision is made not to continue repairs the Admiral Kuznetsov should just be taken, cut up for scrap, and disposed of." The ship was inherited by the Most read in The US Sun According to the report, it underwent repairs in 2018 after a trip to Syria and its future has remained "unclear" ever since. Reports said: 'Misfortunes continue to haunt the heavy aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov, the only aircraft carrier in the Russian fleet that the Kremlin inherited from the USSR. Second huge cargo ship is attacked and SUNK by Houthi rebels in deadly Red Sea raid 'Having been put under repair in 2018 after a voyage to the shores of Syria, Admiral Kuznetsov was never able to return to service on time, and its future remains unclear.' The It used to carry up to 28 planes (Su-33 and MiG-29) and 17 helicopters (Ka-52K and Ka-27), and was armed with P-700 Granit missiles. But in 2019 and 2022, the vessel was struck by two separate fires whilst undergoing works - causing millions of pounds worth of damage. When the Admiral Kuznetsov came to the English Channel The Admiral Kuznetsov "sulked" past the UK on its way back to Russia from Syria in 2017. UK Defence Secretary Michael Fallon dubbed the carrier a "ship of shame" as the vessel and its task group was escorted by a Royal Navy frigate and jets. Britain sent HMS St Albans and Typhoon fighters to monitor the ship and "provide reassurance" to countries bordering the North Sea and English Channel. Fallon said: "We are man-marking these vessels every step of the way around the UK as part of our steadfast commitment to keep Britain safe." Cmdr Chris Ansell, in command of HMS St Albans, said: 'This tasking demonstrates the Royal Navy's commitment to protecting our home waters and readiness to undertake short notice operations. 'The movements of the Russian ships are being continually monitored in a co-ordinated response between the Royal Navy, RAF and our NATO partners. "As an island nation, the security of the seas around our coastline is vital and this sort of task is routine business for HMS St Albans and the Royal Navy, which stands ready at all times. The ship measures the length of three football pitches and weighs a staggering the 58,000-tonnes. Last year, crew members Ivan Akenchenkov, 51, and Sergey Ovsienko, 30, and Oleg Sosedov, 21, who served on the aircraft carrier, were reported missing during a Russian attack in Kharkiv. Oleg is now reported to have died during an attack in Kharkiv on July 23. His mother Natasha Simbirtseva has been told by fellow servicemen that he had been killed. She said: 'He has not been in touch since July 21. 'He was seen alive on July 23, and has not been seen since. 'But there is a fellow soldier who confirmed that the two [dead] are my son Oleg Sosedov and Dmitry Teplukhin [another seaman].' The desperate mother said: 'No official information has come. 'The commanders are not calling and are not reporting any information.' She slammed the 'complete inaction' of top brass in failing to search for missing men on they battlefield and repatriate the corpses of fallen fighters. 'It's ****ed up that fighters are being sent from our only aircraft carrier to storm a village in the Kharkiv region,' she raged. 7 Oleg Sosedov reportedly died after being sent from the warship to Ukraine 7 The ship was inherited by the Kremlin from the USSR and has a history of malfunctions Credit: East2West 7 It underwent repairs in 2018 after a trip to Syria and its future has remained 'unclear' ever since Credit: East2West
Scottish Sun
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Putin officers ‘killed in droves' by first Brit-made Storm Shadow strike in MONTHS on military base in occupied Ukraine
Until today, there have been no confirmed reports of Storm Shadows being deployed since November last year STORM OF VENGEANCE Putin officers 'killed in droves' by first Brit-made Storm Shadow strike in MONTHS on military base in occupied Ukraine VLADIMIR Putin's officers have been killed in droves in the first British-made Storm Shadow strike in months, reports claim. Bombshell footage showed the damage in Donetsk amid claims of 'massive casualties among Russian officers' and the 'crippling' of a mad Vlad fighting force. 10 Ukraine 'used British-supplied Storm Shadow missiles' to strike military targets in Russian-occupied Donetsk overnight Credit: East2West 10 Preliminary reports indicate that a fire broke out at an oil depot following an overnight Ukrainian strike on Russian-occupied Luhansk Credit: East2West 10 A firefighter works to put out a fire at the market hit by recent shelling, which local Russian-installed authorities called a Ukrainian military strike Credit: Reuters 10 If confirmed, it would be the first use of the British-supplied missiles in months. Red-faced Russian authorities admitted only that a woman had died and three people were wounded, including a teenager. A building collapsed in the combined missile and drone strikes, with fire spreading to nearby shops, according to Russian reports. And both Russian and Ukrainian sources revealed Britain's state-of-the-art Storm Shadow missiles were involved in the major strike. Ukrainian sources said the strike was on the Donetsk Research Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals - a military target used by Russian occupiers. Ukrainian channel Supernova+ said the strike was on 'the headquarters of the 8th combined arms army of the Russian Armed Forces'. The report revealed: 'The building is penetrated to the basement. [The dead] are being taken out in batches.' And journalist Ivan Yakovina said: 'Clear results of the recent Nato summit - cruise missiles supplied by the UK and France today destroyed the headquarters of the 8th Combined Arms Army in Donetsk and a massive depot with an oil terminal in Luhansk. 'There were massive casualties among Russian officers at the HQ. 'They were confident that Ukraine no longer had the means to strike at such depth, so they didn't even bother to go down to the shelter during the alert." Ukrainian PoW with says sick torture method left him begging for death He added that the result of this was "dozens killed and wounded - an entire army has been crippled". Other reports say the site hit was a key place for works on UAVs and electronic warfare in the latest devastating loss for Putin. Russian head of occupied Donetsk region Denis Pushilin said 26 missiles, drones and 155-mm artillery were unleashed by Ukraine, causing significant damage to various infrastructure. Until today, there have been no confirmed reports of Storm Shadows being deployed since November last year. Britain's bunker-busting Storm Shadow rockets are a nightmare for enemies as they are capable of dodging air defences. The £800,000 missiles - already being fired within Ukraine - use GPS to precisely hit targets, and can travel at 600mph. France's equivalent is known as SCALP‑EG. In November last year, the US authorised Ukraine to use American long-range missiles called ATACMS against targets inside Russia. 10 Britain gave the green light for Storm Shadows to be used inside Russia in November 2024 10 Bombshell footage showed the damage in Donetsk Credit: East2West 10 An industrial facility and several residential buildings were damaged in a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia Credit: East2West In the same month, Britain gave the green light for Ukraine to fire our Storm Shadow missiles at Russia. France has supplied its Scalp missiles to Ukraine, and reiterated in November that strikes on military targets inside Russia were an option. Major fires were also seen in neighbouring Luhansk, also Russian occupied, with reports that an oil terminal was hit. This followed an unconfirmed Russian claim that the entire territory of the Luhansk region was now in Putin's hands - a longtime aim for the mad dictator. But there was no independent verification of the claim by puppet leader Leonid Pasechnik. Meanwhile, Ukraine targeted Russian region Rostov, and the Crimean Bridge linking the Black Sea peninsula to Russia's mainland was closed. Explosions and sirens could be heard in Saratov and Engels - a key base for Russian strategic bomber aircraft. Russia staged attacks on the Zaporizhzhia region with an enterprise and private houses hit - unleashing fiery chaos. Ukraine also targeted the Izhevsk electromechanical plant Dome in a drone strike, which makes air defence systems and drones. The strikes came as Donald Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg hit back at Putin over delays in the pace process - targeting the dictator's mouthpiece Dmitry Peskov. He slammed: "Peskov's recent comments on the state of negotiations are Orwellian. 'Russian claims that it is the US and Ukraine stalling peace talks are unfounded - President Trump has been consistent and adamant about making progress to end the war. 'We urge an immediate ceasefire and a move to trilateral talks to end the war. Russia cannot continue to stall for time while it bombs civilian targets in Ukraine.' Putin will 'die like Hitler' SECURITY expert David H. Carstens believes Putin has four key vulnerability and 'will die like Hitler'. The ex-commander told The Sun: "2025 could be the costliest year of the war for Russia in terms of casualties, look, troops are not a limitless resource. So that's, shall we say, risk number one for Putin. "Number two is despite Russia's ability to suffer, the fact that the economy is very fragile. "If there is some sort of an economic shock, like a massive drop in fuel prices or the loss of a strategic trade partner, I think the system could destabilize. "Risk or threat to Putin number three is that Putin depends on this very small inner circle. "His security services, the FSB, his oligarchs, some loyalist military commanders. "If there are continued war failures, if there is, you know, continued use of soldiers, you know, en masse, rushing Ukrainian defenses, creating these high casualty events, lack of confidence will rise, and this could fracture the inner circle." Carstens warned Putin could face the same fall from power as Hitler and end up dead like the Nazi dictator. "I've got to reach into history for the threat to Putin number four. I just don't think Putin has read his history when it comes to overreach," he added. "So Russia is incredibly overextended in Ukraine. "And it is this exact same type of overreach that ultimately defeated Hitler in his conquest of Europe. "So I think Putin has fallen into the same demise, is getting mired down in a conflict he cannot sustain, and that as well is part of his Achilles' heel." 10 Russia staged attacks on the Zaporizhzhia region Credit: East2West 10 Major fires were also seen in neighbouring Luhansk Credit: East2West
