In one of the deadliest missile strikes since the war began, Russian forces launched a devastating attack on a military academy in the Ukrainian city of Poltava. The airstrike, which occurred early Tuesday morning, claimed the lives of at least 51 people and left over 270 others injured, according to Ukrainian authorities. The strike also hit a nearby hospital, further compounding the casualties as rescue operations continue amidst the rubble. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense confirmed that two Russian ballistic missiles targeted the academy, which housed both soldiers and civilians. The attack unfolded quickly, with many victims caught in the open as they scrambled for bomb shelters after air raid alarms were triggered. According to Ukraine's Interior Ministry, the situation remains fluid as search teams work around the clock, with officials fearing that up to 18 more people could still be trapped under the debris. In the night, the ancient city of Lviv got hit by russian missiles. 70 km (43 miles) from NATO border. NATO didn’t even try to give Lviv cover. There’s something seriously wrong with that. #StandWithUkraine pic.twitter.com/aOqzTrKoW4 — olexander scherba (@olex_scherba) September 4, 2024 This tragic incident has drawn sharp condemnation from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who described it as a “barbaric” act of terror against civilians. Zelenskyy, addressing the nation in a social media post, vowed that Russia would be held accountable for the attack. "The Russian scum will surely pay for this strike," he declared, reiterating the need for stronger international support, particularly long-range defense systems to prevent further such assaults. The attack comes at a time of increased Russian airstrikes, as Moscow ramps up its military operations in several parts of Ukraine. Over the past few weeks, Russia has launched a series of missile and drone attacks targeting key infrastructure and military installations. Poltava, located in central Ukraine, had previously avoided the worst of the war’s destruction. However, recent developments suggest that Russia is expanding its range of targets as part of its broader offensive against Ukraine's military capabilities​. As Russian missiles rain all over Ukraine this morning, remember WHY it's happening. Naive Americans believed Putin and convinced Ukraine to disarm. As a senator, in 2005, Obama actually went to Ukraine for photo-ops overseeing the destruction of its vast weapons caches. pic.twitter.com/cFILupGqqx — Jay in Kyiv (@JayinKyiv) January 8, 2024 International leaders have widely condemned the strike, with EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell calling it a clear violation of international law. "Intentional attacks against civilians are war crimes," Borrell stated at a European summit, emphasizing that Russia’s leaders, commanders, and perpetrators of such acts would face justice. The attack also prompted renewed calls from the Ukrainian government for more air defense systems to protect its cities and military personnel​. In response to the assault, Ukrainian forces have intensified their efforts to bolster defenses, but many of their requests for additional weapons, including long-range missile systems and drones, remain unanswered. President Zelenskyy, in talks with global leaders including Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, pressed for immediate aid to prevent further loss of life and protect critical infrastructure from future Russian missile barrages​. This latest escalation in Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine highlights the war’s enduring brutality, with both sides suffering significant military losses. According to international estimates, both Russian and Ukrainian forces have lost tens of thousands of soldiers since the conflict began in February 2022​. The UN has also reported that civilian casualties in Ukraine have spiked over the past few months, making July 2024 the deadliest month for civilians since October 2022. The post Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian Military Academy Kills 51, Injures Over 270 appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Los Angeles is known for its sprawling estates and glamorous mansions. But not all stars want to live that kind of life. Some, like Jennifer Garner, want a beautiful and functional home. She wanted a place to cook, entertain, play games, and raise her three kids. Jen recently gave Architectural Digest a tour of her LA estate, and it’s absolutely amazing. Together with designers Steve and Brooke Giannetti, she created the home of her dreams without even a “Pinterest” board, she explained in a video tour. Inside, her home is inviting, with a moody color scheme and comfortable furniture, and she is just waiting for friends to gather and chat. Special touches like beautiful stained glass and a grand piano make her home a place anyone would love to visit. The Home Has Incredible Indoor and Outdoor Space Jennifer’s living room opens to a palatial backyard with a pool area where her kids and dogs can play. The gourmet kitchen would make even the most accomplished chef swoon. “Here alone, with my kids, on a weekend, I cannot tell you how often I make something and I’m just feeding them as it comes off the stove ’cause I’m not very good at things coming out of the oven or off the stove at the same time,” she said.  But the most amazing part of her “treehouse” kitchen has to be the baking area. As a big fan of sweets, she knew an area dedicated to creating special treats was a must. “So, I knew when I imagined my favorite kitchen ever, in my mind, that it would have an area dedicated to baking,” she added.  “It just makes it so much easier to have it all in one place and to know where your different flours are and your chocolate chips.” She shares children Violet, 18, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 12, with her ex-husband Ben Affleck. It’s clear her home is filled with happiness and lots of love and the perfect place for family to gather. This story’s featured image is by DFree via Shutterstock. The post Jennifer Garner’s Home Is A Literal Oasis, Take A Peek Inside appeared first on InspireMore.

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have been together for a long time, but their relationship wasn’t always perfect. The singer recently shared a bit of her story on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast. Even though she and Orlando are engaged with a daughter, Daisy Dove, their relationship hit a rough patch about a year in. View this post on Instagram A post shared by KATY PERRY (@katyperry) The pair met in 2016 and temporarily broke in 2017. Katy said they weren’t “really in it” initially, making the relationship fragile. “I mean, he was in a way, because he had just done a huge time of celibacy, and he had set intentions,” she said. “I was fresh out of a relationship, and I was just like, ‘I can’t do this anymore. I need to go swim in a different pond,’ but I had yet to do a lot of real work.” A Retreat Brought Them Back Together She explained that Orlando went on a one-week retreat to the Hoffman Institute in California, and it changed him. “There’s no medicine or plant medicine. It’s literally just scientists and therapists that have put together programming that help you quiet that imposter syndrome and also kinda awaken yourself and find that ‘reborn’ mode,” she said. When Orlando returned, he was different. Katy wanted someone to play games with, but that wasn’t him anymore. She said she moved on, but soon realized the retreat was what she needed, too. “I had a really tough year, and I finally went to Hoffman towards the end of that year that we were separated, and then I got the tools and spoke the same language, and it changed my life,” she said. “It saved my life. I would be dead without it. I would not be on this planet without that process — and meditation.” The pair got back together when Katy went to see him while she was performing near the spot where he was vacationing. She said they were better together and that she was glad to have him back in her life. “We all have our strengths and then our opportunities for growth. But one of his strengths [is] when I crumble, he can step in and be that anchor. That’s amazing,” she said, “because I’m usually just alpha, alpha, you know? I’m like testosterone, testosterone. ‘I got this. I don’t need any help,’ but actually I do need help. I do need a partner.” This story’s featured image is by Kathy Hutchins via Shutterstock. The post Katy Perry Gets Refreshingly Candid About Her Breakup With Orlando Bloom appeared first on InspireMore.

Some of us are dog people and some are cat people. Others are the kind of people who don’t want pets at all. Every family must make their own decisions about adding a furry friends to the house. Sometimes, kids will put pressure on their moms and dads and start begging to get a pet. That’s when dads like Jason Kelce get creative. Warning: Video Has Language NSFW View this post on Instagram A post shared by New Heights (@newheightshow) Jason Kelce Does Not Want His Kids To Have A Cat Jason Kelce doesn’t want a cat. But apparently, his daughters do. So, to dissuade their desire for a feline, he told a bit of a lie to his girls, Wyatt, 4, Elliotte, 3, and Bennett, 18 months. Jason shared with his brother, Travis, during an episode of their podcast New Heights that he told the girls that cats are “poisonous” so they’d stop bugging him to get one. A shocked Travis asked him why in the world he would tell them that, and Jason bluntly responded, “So that they don’t want cats. And I don’t have to deal with having a cat and make them terrified.”  Travis laughed at his brother and shared his disgust. Jason didn’t seem to care and said that “lying to your kids is important.” Travis shot back, “Not in this regard. They’re gonna go over a friend’s house and f—ing scream bloody murder because they see a cat.” It appears Jason’s wife, Kylie, isn’t helping his case and has assured their daughters that cats are safe. “Kylie is like, ‘They’re not poisonous. Your dad is lying to you.’ I’m like, listen, If you have a cat, the government will come and take it from you because they’re so lethal that I mean, they can kill you … and they don’t even have to bite you. Just them licking you.” Jason grew up with cats but is now a dog guy. He said they’ve ruined his future enough, and an indoor cat is never happening. He said he might consider an outdoor cat. Maybe. It sounds like we’ll be meeting the family’s new kitten any day now. Right, Jason? This story’s featured image is by Lisa Lake/Getty Images for Prime Video. The post Jason Kelce Tells Hilarious Fib To Keep Kids From Asking For Cats appeared first on InspireMore.

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