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Ukraine recaptures seven villages in southeast

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3 years ago

June 13, 2023

Ahron Young

Following the start of its long-anticipated counteroffensive last week, Ukraine says it has recaptured seven villages from Russian forces along a 100 kilometre front in the southeast.

Given Russia’s numerical superiority in men, ammunition, and air power, as well as the long period they have had to construct deep defensive fortifications, especially in southern Ukraine, ending Russia’s occupation is challenging.

Ukrainian forces are making progress on the battlefield despite rain and fierce fighting, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said in a video address.

“The battles are fierce, but we have movement and that is crucial,” Zelenskiy said. “The enemy’s losses are exactly what we need.”

The Ukrainian flag was seen in a video held by soldiers in the village of Storozheve, near the Mokri Yaly River which flows northward from Russian-held territory. Reuters confirmed the location.

The Ukrainian military announced on Sunday that it had liberated three more nearby villages along the Mokri Yaly: Blahodatne, Neskuchne, and Makarivka.

Hanna Maliar, deputy defence minister, said late on Monday that Ukrainian forces had also recaptured Levadne and Novodarivka, approximately 10 km (6 miles) west of the Mokri Yaly, as well as Lobkove, southeast of Zaporizhzhia.

According to Maliar, Russian troops have advanced 6.5 kilometers and taken control of 90 square kilometers (35 square miles), just a fraction of the 40,000 square miles under their control.

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Airlines face disruptions that surpass previous Middle East conflicts

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19 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Ahron Young

What’s happening in the Middle East?

Trump says U.S. strikes could last four to five weeks and described the operation as the last best chance to act, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns the hardest hits are yet to come
Six U.S. service members have been killed, additional American forces are being deployed to the region, and the White House says nine Iranian naval ships have been destroyed
Iran says it sees no limit to its right to self defence and will not negotiate, as missile and drone attacks continue across Israel, Lebanon and Gulf states
More than 500 Iranians have been killed in U.S. and Israeli strikes, with further deaths reported in Lebanon, Israel and the UAE
Shipping, aviation and energy markets have been severely disrupted, more than 11,000 flights have been cancelled, Gulf stock markets have closed temporarily, and oil and gas prices have surged amid Strait of Hormuz fears

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Oil prices surge amid rising Middle East conflict risks

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

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20 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Crude oil surges 7% amid fears of Middle East conflict; Strait of Hormuz disruptions may push Brent over $100.

Crude oil prices spiked dramatically as investors react to the growing risk of a wider conflict in the Middle East. U.S. crude surged 7.2 percent, trading near $71.84 a barrel, signalling heightened concern across energy markets.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping chokepoint, has come under intense scrutiny. Rising war-risk insurance premiums and suspended tanker traffic are already slowing the movement of oil, creating ripple effects in global supply chains.

JPMorgan has warned that prolonged disruptions over three weeks could force Gulf producers to reduce output, potentially pushing Brent crude prices to between $100 and $120 a barrel. Markets are closely watching for developments that could reshape global energy pricing.

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Trump warns of last opportunity to hit Iran as conflict escalates

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

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20 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump declares final chance to strike Iran, aiming to dismantle missile systems and prevent nuclear weapons amid U.S. troop losses.

President Trump has declared this is the final opportunity to strike Iran as conflict intensifies across the Middle East, outlining four key military objectives including dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and targeting its navy.

The U.S. says its mission is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and to halt its alleged support for terrorist groups abroad, signalling a potentially prolonged campaign in the region.

Four U.S. troops have already been killed, with officials warning further casualties are possible as operations continue.

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