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Russia Deploys Kalibr-Armed Warship to Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions

On July 13, 2025, Russia deployed three warships to the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is armed with Kalibr cruise missiles , according to a report from the Ukrainian Navy. The missile carrier is capable of launching up to four Kalibr missiles , adding a new layer of strategic presence in the region. At the same time, Ukrainian officials confirmed that no Russian naval vessels  were detected in the Black Sea or the Sea of Azov  ,marking a shift in maritime focus. Over the past 24 hours, six vessels transited the Kerch Strai t toward the Black Sea, with three continuing toward the Bosphorus Strait , while five ships entered the Sea of Azov. This deployment comes amid ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, where Russian forces reportedly suffered significant losses in recent combat engagements. Analysts suggest the move may be part of a broader effort by Moscow to project power beyond its immediate borders , especially as tensions remain high across multiple fronts. The presence of Ka...

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Ukraine and Russia Conduct Major Exchange of Wounded POWs Amid Ongoing Conflict


In a significant humanitarian effort, Ukraine and Russia have exchanged another group of severely wounded and ill prisoners of war. The exchange, which took place on June 12, follows agreements made during recent peace talks in Istanbul.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that all returning Ukrainian servicemen require medical treatment and will receive the necessary care. The swap included personnel from multiple branches of Ukraine’s military, including the Armed Forces, National Guard, and Border Guard Service. Some of the freed soldiers had been held in Russian captivity for over three years.

Russia’s Defense Ministry stated that its returning troops had crossed into Belarus and were receiving psychological and medical assistance. The exchange is part of a broader agreement that also includes the repatriation of fallen soldiers. On June 11, Ukraine recovered the bodies of 1,212 fallen defenders, while Russia received the remains of 27 soldiers.

This latest exchange marks the second phase of a larger prisoner swap initiative, with both sides continuing negotiations for future releases. While no political breakthrough has been achieved, the ongoing exchanges signal a potential path toward further humanitarian agreements between the two nations.

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