Over 100 Ukrainian Troops Killed, Putin Eyes Stronger Military Ties With China, 2 Killed In Kharkiv
Russia claims its "massive strike" on Ukraine disrupted the production and repair of military equipment and movement of reserve troops. The DPR “people’s militia” claims over 100 Ukrainian troops have been wiped out in Donbas over the past day. The secretary of Belarus' Security Council says it is "unlikely" that the Ukrainian missile that entered Belarusian airspace was an accident.
Meanwhile, Putin said he is keen to ramp up military cooperation with China and hailed the two countries' efforts to counter the West. According to Chinese media, Xi told Putin that the road to peace talks on Ukraine would not be smooth. The Russian President also said he was expecting Xi Jinping in Moscow on a state visit next spring.
0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - Over 100 Ukrainian Troops Killed in Donbas Over Past Day
3:05 - Minsk Says Ukrainian Missile Incident May Not Be an Accident
4:00 - China Ready to “increase Political Cooperation” With Russia