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Putin’s ‘hands turning black’ as dictator’s health is questioned once again

Putin’s hands appear to be turning black and may suggest he’s very ill, a former British Army chief said.

Putin’s health has long been the source of speculation, with Kremlin insiders saying his health is “sharply deteriorating”.

Now Lord Richard Dannatt has said the strange marks and colouration seen on the back of the Russian tyrant’s hands could suggest he is receiving injections.

Speaking to Sky News, he said: “Keen observers now are noticing that his hands are looking pretty black on top, which is a sign of injections going in when other parts of the body can’t take injections.

“It’s interesting to note that, and just to watch whether he is as fit and well as he would like to portray. It’s an interesting area to keep an eye on.”

It comes as emails from a Russian intelligence source, seen by The Sun Online, appear to confirm he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and pancreatic cancer.

Russia will not be allowed to ‘starve’ Ukraine, G7 claims

The G7, a collection of the seven wealthiest countries on earth, has once again pledged to support Ukraine.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said the G7 would not allow Putin’s brutal regime to “starve” Ukraine.

“We will not allow the brutality of this war to lead to masses of elderly people, children, young people and families dying in the coming winter months,” they said in a statement ahead of the G7’s meeting in Germany.

No evidence of ‘dirty bombs’ found in Ukraine, experts say

The IAEA, the UN’s nuclear watchdog, has concluded its investigation into Russian claims that Ukraine was set to use a so-called “dirty bomb” on its own people.

Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s minister of foreign affairs, took to Twitter to slam Russia’s accusation.

He thanked the IAEA for helping to “counter Russian falsehoods.”

He added: “Russia has confirmed its status of the world’s top liar.”

Russia will commence use of damaged Crimean bridge

A bridge in Crimea was severely damaged last month, but Russia has insisted it is safe and fit for purpose as they plan to reopen it.

The bridge is expected to reopen in early December, after it was badly damaged, cutting off Crimea from Russia.

“We plan to launch traffic on both lanes on the right side of the bridge — on Dec. 5 on one lane, and on Dec. 20 on the other — completely,” Khusnullin said, while meeting with Putin, in a televised appearance.

Iran’s supply of drones and weaponry to Russia is unacceptable, says NATO

The secretary general condemned Iran’s ongoing involvement and support of the war against Ukraine, waged by Russia.

“We also see Iran offering drones and considering ballistic missile deliveries to Russia,” NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said at a news conference. 

Stoltenberg added: “This is unacceptable. No country should provide support to Moscow in this illegal war,” he said

UK could boycott transporting Russian oil for other countries

Legislation has been passed preventing other nations from transporting oil using UK services unless it is bought at or below a price cap.

The legislation will be introduced on 5 December, announced the UK Treasury.

“This new measure continues to turn the screws on Putin’s war machine, making it even tougher for him to profiteer from his illegal war,” the UK’s Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt said in the statement.

‘Its always important to see real democracy in action’ says Zelensky

The Ukrainian President congratulated Israel’s new Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.

He wrote: “Congratulations to @netanyahu on winning the elections. It’s always important to see real democracy in action.

“Ukraine & Israel share common values & challenges that now require effective cooperation. We hope to open a new page in cooperation with the new Israeli Government for Ukraine & Israel’s benefit!”

Generators will help 12,000 in Kherson, says UNICEF

The organisation has provided 29 power generators to the Kherson region, which was overthrown by the Russians.

Electricity and water supplies are returning to the region which will help thousands of residents.

Murat Sahin, UNICEF rep, said: “Access to healthcare and water is a basic right, so children’s access to critical services should be restored as soon as possible.

“We are committed to delivering the supplies and services needed to make this happen.”

Zelensky will not attend the G20 summit if Russia is present

President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed he will not attend the G20 summit if Putin is present.

“If the leader of the Russian Federation partakes, then Ukraine will abstain. We were invited today once more. Again, we’ll see. It will take place in several days,” he said.

The meeting of world leaders will take place on November 15, as nations look to find solutions for the climate crisis, the war in Ukraine and other global issues.

Russian losses mount as Putin’s troops ‘flee’ Kherson

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has claimed that Russia has lost a further 730 troops taking the total to 74,000.

Russia also lost a further 20 tanks and 27 armoured combat vehicles within the past 24 hours as well.

These losses come as reports emerge of Russian troops fleeing the occupied region of Kherson.

Some have even reported that Russian flags are being removed from government buildings in the region.

Elon Musk offers assurances to Ukraine

Ukraine’s vice prime minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, told the Associated Press that Elon Musk “told me personally that he will continue to support Ukraine and continue to provide Starlink to Ukraine”.

“There are no problems for now with Starlink,” he added.

This comes just weeks after Mr Musk claimed he could no longer pay for the technology.

Putin’s ‘hands turning black’ as dictator’s health is questioned once again

Putin’s hands appear to be turning black and may suggest he’s very ill, a former British Army chief said.

Putin’s health has long been the source of speculation, with Kremlin insiders saying his health is “sharply deteriorating”.

Now Lord Richard Dannatt has said the strange marks and colouration seen on the back of the Russian tyrant’s hands could suggest he is receiving injections.

Speaking to Sky News, he said: “Keen observers now are noticing that his hands are looking pretty black on top, which is a sign of injections going in when other parts of the body can’t take injections.

“It’s interesting to note that, and just to watch whether he is as fit and well as he would like to portray. It’s an interesting area to keep an eye on.”

It comes as emails from a Russian intelligence source, seen by The Sun Online, appear to confirm he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and pancreatic cancer.

‘No signs’ of ‘dirty bomb’ in Ukrainian nuclear facilities

Three key nuclear facilities in Ukraine were investigated by the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Switzerland to donate over $100million to Ukraine this winter

The Swiss government has confirmed plans to donate around $106million in aid to Ukraine this winter.

Dubbed the Winter Aid Action Plan, Switzerland’s federal council hopes this will help lighten the load on the under-siege nation in the coming months.

Ukrainians are facing a freezing winter, as Putin’s bombing raids take out the country’s capacity to produce electricity.

Zelensky will not attend the G20 summit if Russia is present

President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed he will not attend the G20 summit if Putin is present.

“If the leader of the Russian Federation partakes, then Ukraine will abstain. We were invited today once more. Again, we’ll see. It will take place in several days,” he said.

The meeting of world leaders will take place on November 15, as nations look to find solutions for the climate crisis, the war in Ukraine and other global issues.

UK to ban countries using our services to transport Russian oil

The UK government is set to ban the transportation of Russian oil via British transport services.

“We’ve banned the import of Russian oil into the UK and are making good progress on phasing it out completely,” Jeremy Hunt said in a statement.

“This new measure continues to turn the screws on Putin’s war machine, making it even tougher for him to profiteer from his illegal war.”

This ban will come into effect on December 5.

14 million Ukrainians forced to flee since invasion began

The UN has reported that approximately 14 million people have been forced to flee their homes since Putin’s bloodthirsty invasion began.

“The Russian invasion of Ukraine has driven the fastest, largest displacement witnessed in decades. Some 14 million people have been forced from their homes since 24 February,” Filippo Grandi, the UN’s high commissioner for refugees, said.

“Ukrainians are about to face one of the world’s harshest winters in extremely difficult circumstances. Humanitarian organizations have dramatically scaled up their response, but much more must be done, starting with an end to this senseless war,” Grandi continued.

Russian losses mount as Putin’s troops ‘flee’ Kherson

Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has claimed that Russia has lost a further 730 troops taking the total to 74,000.

Russia also lost a further 20 tanks and 27 armoured combat vehicles within the past 24 hours as well.

These losses come as reports emerge of Russian troops fleeing the occupied region of Kherson.

Some have even reported that Russian flags are being removed from government buildings in the region.

107 Ukrainians returned home

Earlier today we reported that 107 Russian troops had returned to Russia in a prisoner swap.

Now, the head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, has released a picture of some of the Ukrainians returned in the swap.

He said: “Today we held another POWs swap. We managed to free and bring home 107 servicemen including many WIAs.

“[The Ukrainian] government will do everything necessary to help each one of them.

“Thanks to the Coordinating Staff for the Treatment of POWs team for its hard work. We’ll continue making every effort to get all the Kremlin’s hostages back home.”

Elon Musk offers assurances to Ukraine

Ukraine’s vice prime minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, told the Associated Press that Elon Musk “told me personally that he will continue to support Ukraine and continue to provide Starlink to Ukraine”.

“There are no problems for now with Starlink,” he added.

This comes just weeks after Mr Musk claimed he could no longer pay for the technology.

Putin’s ‘hands turning black’ as dictator’s health is questioned once again

Putin’s hands appear to be turning black and may suggest he’s very ill, a former British Army chief said.

Putin’s health has long been the source of speculation, with Kremlin insiders saying his health is “sharply deteriorating”.

Now Lord Richard Dannatt has said the strange marks and colouration seen on the back of the Russian tyrant’s hands could suggest he is receiving injections.

Speaking to Sky News, he said: “Keen observers now are noticing that his hands are looking pretty black on top, which is a sign of injections going in when other parts of the body can’t take injections.

“It’s interesting to note that, and just to watch whether he is as fit and well as he would like to portray. It’s an interesting area to keep an eye on.”

It comes as emails from a Russian intelligence source, seen by The Sun Online, appear to confirm he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and pancreatic cancer.

Russia will not be allowed to ‘starve’ Ukraine, G7 claims

The G7, a collection of the seven wealthiest countries on earth, has once again pledged to support Ukraine.

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said the G7 would not allow Putin’s brutal regime to “starve” Ukraine.

“We will not allow the brutality of this war to lead to masses of elderly people, children, young people and families dying in the coming winter months,” they said in a statement ahead of the G7’s meeting in Germany.

No evidence of ‘dirty bombs’ found in Ukraine, experts say

The IAEA, the UN’s nuclear watchdog, has concluded its investigation into Russian claims that Ukraine was set to use a so-called “dirty bomb” on its own people.

Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine’s minister of foreign affairs, took to Twitter to slam Russia’s accusation.

He thanked the IAEA for helping to “counter Russian falsehoods.”

He added: “Russia has confirmed its status of the world’s top liar.”

107 Russian troops returned in prisoner exchange

According to Russian media outlet RIA Novosti news agency, 107 Russian POWs have been released in a prisoner exchange. 

“On 3 November, as a result of the negotiation process, 107 Russian servicemen were returned from the territory controlled by the Kyiv regime, who were in mortal danger in captivity,” a statement read.

Ukraine’s First Lady says she hopes Elon Musk’s tweet was a ‘mistake’

Tech billionaire Elon Musk was very vocal in supporting Ukraine at the start of Russia’s invasion, but in recent weeks as caused some controversy by suggesting he should broker peace talks between the two countries.

“He supported Ukraine from the very first day and that’s why Ukrainians really admired him,” Olena Zelenska said, speaking to the Guardian.

“So it was extremely sensitive for us to read the tweet. Let’s be honest, even the smartest person can’t say the smartest things 24 hours a day. There are mistakes. And we hope it was a chance mistake.”

These comments are in reference to a poll Mr Musk shared on Twitter outlining a plan to create “peace” in Ukraine.

59.1% of voters rejected his suggestions.