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Friday, April 17
Iran threatens to shut Strait of Hormuz if US naval blockade persists
Iran signaled on April 17 that access through the Strait of Hormuz remains conditional, despite earlier claims that the key shipping route was open.
Ukraine war latest: Over 600 attacks on enlistment officers recorded since start of full-scale war, police say
Key developments on April 17: * Over 620 attacks on enlistment officers recorded since start of full-scale war, police say * Ukrainian forces contain Russian attempts to advance near Vovchansk, military says * Oil prices plummet as Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' * New roads, artillery positions built in Belarus near Ukraine border, Zelensky says * Ukraine brings back almost 20 children from Russian-occupied territories, Russia over past week At least 620 attacks against enli
New roads, artillery positions built in Belarus near Ukraine border, Zelensky says
"We believe that Russia will once again attempt to drag Belarus into its war," the Ukrainian president said on April 17.
Zelensky sanctions 121 Russian commanders responsible for missile attacks
Those sanctioned include commanders of Russia’s long-range aviation, which has launched over 4,100 missiles since the start of the full-scale invasion, including strikes on civilian targets such as the Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital, residential buildings, and infrastructure.
Deputy commander of Ukraine’s 58th Brigade detained, unit backs investigation
According to Ukrainska Pravda, the case may involve alleged bribery linked to transfers between military units.
Ukrainian forces contain Russian attempts to advance near Vovchansk, military says
Over the past week, Russian troops have been building up forces in the Vovchansk area in an effort to take control of the town and push toward nearby settlements.
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