Ukraine ‘vaporises’ Russian helicopters mid-flight behind enemy lines & Putin proposes ‘brief’ ceasefire in Trump call

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Russia’s Victory Day parade ‘stripped of all military kit’ amid Putin ‘paranoia’ & Ukraine hits target 1,500km from its border

Day 1,525.Today, following a 1500 kilometer Ukrainian deep strike on a Russian oil facility, we hear how – for the first time in 18 years – Moscow’s Victory Day parade will feature no military kit as Vladimir Putin’s paranoia continues. Then we take you to Washington, where King ...  Show more

Frontline 'breaking point' discovered when troops 'stop caring if they survive' & exclusive: Ukraine sanctions chief begs allies to 'seize Russia’s shadow fleet'

Day 1,524.At what point do frontline soldiers in Ukraine reach a breaking point?Today, as Russia’s Tuapse oil refinery is hit yet again, we discuss a new study underscoring the strain on troops in Ukraine, with many now serving longer in “the kill zone” than in some of the deadli ...  Show more

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