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26-07-2025
The BBC has found that at least 245 Russian 18-year-old soldiers have been killed in Ukraine since April 2023, contradicting Putin's promise that no 18-year-olds would be sent to fight. New government rules allow teenagers to join the army as contract soldiers after finishing school, with cash bonuses and patriotic propaganda making it an attractive option. The Russian education system has been geared towards preparing students for military service, with classes on the 'special military operation' and training in using Kalashnikov rifles.
Entities: Vladimir Putin, Russia, Ukraine, BBC, Alexander Petlinsky • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
26-07-2025
Russia and Ukraine exchanged attacks on Black Sea resort cities after failed ceasefire talks in Turkey. Ukraine struck the Russian city of Sochi, killing one and injuring another, while Russia hit the Ukrainian port city of Odessa, injuring at least four and damaging a residential building and the historic Privoz Market. The attacks came despite efforts to secure a ceasefire, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calling for more air defense systems to protect civilians.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Black Sea, Sochi, Odessa • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
26-07-2025
The Russian government is increasingly pursuing corruption cases against regional and military officials, potentially to quell public anger over battlefield failures in the Ukraine war. These cases involve embezzlement of funds meant for border fortifications and have targeted high-ranking officials, including military generals and defense ministry leaders. The move is seen as a way for the Kremlin to deflect blame and maintain morale without admitting to failures in the war.
Entities: Russia, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin, Sergei Shoigu, David Szakonyi • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
