Britain unravels money-laundering web feeding Russia’s war in Ukraine

Kyiv has expressed its readiness to engage with a US-backed draft peace plan aimed at ending the ongoing war with Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has indicated a willingness to work towards a resolution that could lead to genuine peace.

Investigators from the National Crime Agency have revealed that a cryptocurrency backed by a major donor to Nigel Farage has been utilized to support Russia's military efforts in Ukraine. The investigation, ongoing for four years, uncovered a scheme that facilitates sanctions evasion and money laundering for the Kremlin, involving the exchange of cash from illegal sales in the UK for Tether tokens, which are designed to obscure user identities.

A Ukrainian MP has released the full text of a draft proposal indicating that the US has offered Russia 'generous terms' in negotiations concerning Ukraine. This proposal reportedly includes significant territorial concessions from Ukraine, raising concerns about the implications for the country's sovereignty and military capabilities.

A leaked peace proposal from Donald Trump indicates that Ukraine would be required to cede territory to Russia while receiving incentives in return. This plan has raised concerns among Ukrainian officials regarding its implications for national sovereignty and security.

Donald Trump's draft plan for ending the Ukraine war proposes ceding territory to Russia, banning Ukraine from NATO, and readmitting Russia to the G8. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy anticipates discussing the plan with Trump soon, emphasizing the need for a deal that respects Ukraine's sovereignty.

A Russian air attack on Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, resulted in the deaths of five individuals and injuries to three others, according to the regional governor. Ivan Fedorov had previously warned of an impending attack involving Russian guided bombs. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to negotiate with Donald Trump regarding a US-backed peace plan that may require Ukraine to make significant concessions to end the ongoing conflict.

A US-backed plan to end the war in Ukraine proposes that Kyiv cede eastern territory to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for a 'dignified peace' amid claims from Russia of capturing the stronghold of Kupyansk.

The National Crime Agency has warned that Friday-night drug deals are contributing to a vast criminal ecosystem that supports various global conflicts, including the Russian war machine. This ecosystem is said to fund 'really bad things' around the world, highlighting the interconnectedness of local crime and international issues.