Ukraine war: Nine killed in strike on bus in Luhansk

Nine people were killed in an attack on a bus in the Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine, according to local authorities appointed by Moscow. The incident occurred as the war continues to impact civilian life in occupied territories.

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He wanted the war in Ukraine to end. He also said that 'something might come out' of this visit.

In parallel diplomatic efforts, CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a rare visit to Moscow. U.S. media reported that Ratcliffe warned Russia against any attacks targeting NATO. During this unusual visit, discussions also reportedly touched upon the war in Iran, with the U.S. issuing threats of further sanctions if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened.

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Nine people were killed in a Ukrainian strike on a bus traveling in the eastern Luhansk region occupied by Russia, according to local authorities installed by Moscow.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited troops stationed near the intersection of the eastern and southern front lines. This visit comes after recent Ukrainian advances where forces have successfully reclaimed territory from Russian soldiers. Zelensky has also stated that Ukraine requires significantly more financial aid to boost its drone production and maintain military parity with Russia.

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Ten Russian prisoners of war have returned from captivity as part of an exchange with Ukraine.

In other developments, ten Russian prisoners of war returned to Russia as part of an exchange with Ukraine, announced by Russian human rights commissioner Ianna Lantratova. Separately, authorities in Slovakia, with assistance from German police, thwarted an alleged arson attack on a drone factory. Two Latvians and a Ukrainian are suspected of orchestrating the plot, with one suspect apprehended in Germany.

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They are accused of 'acting on orders' to prepare the attack.