As the war in Ukraine continues to escalate, the situation on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, saw numerous developments in fighting and political diplomacy.
In terms of fighting, at least four people were killed in Russia’s bombing of Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city. The city has been repeatedly targeted by Russian aerial attacks, resulting in casualties and destruction. Additionally, other areas such as Kyiv and Kryvyi Rih also suffered from Russian missile strikes, causing injuries and damage to residential buildings.
On the political front, the Pentagon announced that North Korean soldiers have been deployed to Russia to train and fight against Ukraine. This move has raised concerns and backlash from Western leaders, with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte calling it a sign of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s growing desperation. United States President Joe Biden warned that North Korea’s involvement in the conflict is “very dangerous”, while South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol suggested that North Korean forces could join the front lines sooner than expected.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in Iceland discussing his “victory plan” with Nordic leaders to end the war with Russia. He highlighted the presence of North Korean soldiers on Russian soil and called for more weapons supplies to Ukraine in response.
In terms of international diplomacy, Switzerland’s President Viola Amherd urged for a revision of a ban preventing Swiss-made arms from being re-exported to Ukraine, citing the impact on her country’s industry and security. The United Kingdom imposed sanctions on Russian public relations agencies for attempting to undermine and destabilize Ukraine’s democracy.
Overall, the situation in Ukraine remains dire, with continued fighting and political tensions as international actors become increasingly involved in the conflict.
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