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Ukraine/Russia

Commentary: State of emergency in Crimea as Ukraine focuses pressure on 'jewel in Putin's crown'

Ukraine has focused its attention on Crimea as a target because of its symbolic significance, says this academic.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 1 hour ago

Ukraine backers to vow major support at NATO summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend the summit in Ankara.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 3 hours ago

Survivors in Kyiv retrieve belongings from homes wrecked by Russian strike

Residents of a heavily damaged Kyiv apartment building returned on Friday, July 3, to recover what remained of their belongings as emergency crews continued clearing rubble from the site, a day after a Russian missile and drone attack killed at least 30 people in the Ukrainian capital. Among them was 27-year-old Tetiana Pryvalova, who carried bags of belongings, a vacuum cleaner and a pram from the building.

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Huge Russian strike on Ukraine's capital kills at least 21, officials say -- Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21 people and prompting President Zelenskyy to call for sped-up weapons support from his partners. -- Jul 2

Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21 people and prompting President Zelenskyy to call for sped-up weapons support from his partners.

CBS News - World - 5 hours ago

Russia Escalates Kyiv Strikes Days Before NATO Summit Showdown

Russia's largest Kyiv strike this year killed 27 people, prompting US lawmakers to demand more Ukraine aid ahead of the NATO summit.

OilPrice.com - World - 6 hours ago

Russia deploying new jet-powered drones that reach 310 mph to 'maximize' destruction in Ukraine

“Faster-moving drones that are harder for Ukraine to intercept will likely generate increased civilian harm, much as other strike package adaptations have in the past."

New York Post - World - 6 hours ago

Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly wounded Russia-linked tycoon

Interpol on Friday identified a 39-year-old woman from Ukraine as the main suspect in a bombing in Monaco that is thought to have targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with links to Russia.

CBC News - World - 8 hours ago

Smoke rises over Kyiv after Russian overnight strikes - Smoke rises over Kyiv after a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack overnight that killed at least eight people and injured dozens. 02/07/2026

Video. Smoke rises over Kyiv after a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack overnight that killed at least eight people and injured dozens.

Euronews - World - 9 hours ago

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 4

Kiev: Ukrainian authorities announced that four people were killed and several others injured in Russian attacks targeting the Sumy Oblast and Dniprop...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Suspect named in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon

Anastasiia Berezovska, who remains at large, is sought by authorities for charges including attempted murder

The Globe and Mail - World - 11 hours ago

Russia's triumphant tone shifts as Ukraine deploys 'asymmetrical tactics'

Putin wobbles as Russia's top brass stays mum on Kyiv's long-range strikes, which analysts say look set to continue.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Estonia proposed ban on EU alumina exports to Russia in confidential talks

Taoiseach says Government and European Commission will consider ‘options’ on Aughinish Alumina plant’s output

Irish Times - Politics - 14 hours ago

Is Russia preparing to test NATO? US warning puts Poland in focus

Russia is once again planning to test NATO resolve through its possible “military provocation” in Poland in coming months as warned by the United States. According to the US’...

International The News - World - 14 hours ago

To Russia with love

Irish offer of armoured vehicles refused by Ukraine

Irish Times - World - 17 hours ago

Ukraine and Russia both vow to escalate conflict after Russian strikes on Kyiv kill 25

UN chief secretary-general Antonio Guterres has condemned Russia's barrage and stressed the need for a ceasefire call.

SBS - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia lands heavy strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing at least 21

Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital, where more than 50,000 people sheltered in subway stations after authorities issued air raid warnings, the Kyiv Metro said. Emergency crews were digging through the rubble of collapsed and charred apartment buildings in search of victims.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

Russia Bombards Ukraine's Capital, Killing 22 in Revenge Strikes

Ukraine has persistently targeted Russia's all-important oil refineries, exerting painful pressure on Moscow for months.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

World News -- Death toll from massive Russian strikes on Kyiv rises to at least 18 -- Russian forces launched a deadly major airborne assault on Kyiv overnight and into Thursday morning, wreaking death and destruction in the capital.

Russian forces launched a deadly major airborne assault on Kyiv overnight and into Thursday morning, wreaking death and destruction in the capital.

UPI - World - 1 day ago

Death toll of Russian strikes on Kyiv rises to 21 killed, nearly 90 injured

ALBAWABA- The death toll from Russia's massive overnight missile and drone strikes on Kyiv has risen to 21 people, while nearly 90 others were injured,

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Major Russian Attack Kills 20 In Kyiv As Ukraine Keeps Striking Moscow's Oil Sector

Loud explosions shook the Ukrainian capital for hours during the night, with many people sheltering at subway stations.

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

Russian attack kills at least 20, injures scores and causes damage across Ukraine capital

Russia said the attack – the second-deadliest on Kyiv so far this year – was in retaliation for recent strikes on its civil infrastructure.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Keir Starmer 'utterly appalled' by deadly Russian strikes on Kyiv

Moscow’s strikes killed at least 18 people in the Ukrainian capital and injured scores more.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine as Poland scrambles jets Finland tightens airspace

Western governments are closely monitoring the situation as the impact on energy infrastructure is being evaluated in the hours after the attackOn Thursday, Russia’s defense ministry said it...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

Russia Launches Most Destructive Strike Of The Year Against Ukraine As War Reaches Grim Milestone

At least 18 people have been killed and dozens wounded in a new Russian attack against Ukraine.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

At least 18 killed as massive Russian bombardment rocks Kyiv

At least 18 people were killed early Thursday when Russia launched one of its largest overnight air assaults on Kyiv, bombarding the Ukrainian capital with...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Russia's staggering losses push Ukraine war casualties past 2 million

Russia has suffered as many as 450,000 deaths and 1.4 million total casualties since launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, according to a new analysis.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russian intense attack kills 13, injures at least 56 in Kyiv

ALBAWABA - Russia launched a barrage of missiles and strike drones on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities overnight on July 1-2, Kyiv Independent reported W

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russian Intelligence Service Claims Mexican Cartels Moving into Europe, Working with Ukraine After U.S. Crackdown

The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) is reporting publicly that Ukraine is helping Mexican drug cartels move into the European market through its poorly guarded borders. The move is aimed at helping drug cartels move into new markets in response to increased enforcement and operations in Latin America by the U.S. government. | Border / Cartel Chronicles

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

WATCH: Arguments, Fights Erupt in Russian Gasoline Lines Caused by Ukraine Strikes on Oil Facilities

Gasoline shortages caused by the war with Ukraine have besieged Russians with endless gas stations lines, heated arguments and even a MMA worthy fistfight at one filling station captured on video.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Russia's Fuel Crisis Spirals As Ukraine Strikes Oil Sites

The latest Ukrainian strike on Russian oil facilities reached more than 800 miles beyond the frontlines of fighting.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries Spark Fuel Shortages

The lines are growing at Russian gas stations after months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Russia Approved Secret China Military Training At Top Level: Reuters

European powers, which have viewed Russia as their main security threat, have watched warily as ties have grown closer between Moscow and Beijing.

Huffington Post - World - 2 days ago

Explosion in Monaco reportedly wounds Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia

Media reports identified Ukrainian construction tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev as being among the injured. He has said he renounced his Ukrainian citizenship nearly a decade ago, and he was targeted by Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for ties to Russia. A woman and a child were also hurt.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 days ago

Fuel shortages spread in Russia as Ukraine ramps up attacks

The recent surge in Ukrainian attacks into Russian territory has caused fuel shortages to spread ​from Russian-annexed Crimea to nearby parts of southern...

Daily Sabah - Business - 4 days ago

Putin Admits Fuel Shortages In Russia As Ukraine Keeps Hitting Key Infrastructure

Russian President Vladimir Putin admitted there are fuel shortages in the country as Ukraine keeps hitting key energy infrastructure with increased drone strikes.

International Business Times - World - 4 days ago

Petrofac pays £569,000 to HMRC for breaching Russia sanctions rules

The energy services business was investigated by HMRC after self-reporting breaches that occurred in 2022 and 2023.

Evening Standard - Business - 4 days ago

EU discussing new loan to Ukraine of 30-45 billion euros

TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) – The European Union is considering the possibility of providing Ukraine with a new loan of €30-45 bln in the event that the conflict continues after 2027.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 4 days ago

For the sake of good old NATO, we need to keep Russia in play

Türkiye is positioned as a key intermediary not only between Moscow and Kyiv, but the whole NATO bloc

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 5 days ago

At least 2 dead after Ukraine drone assault sets fire to major oil refinery in Russia: report

Ukraine has markedly stepped up its long-range attacks on Russian military industries and energy facilities in recent months.

New York Post - World - 5 days ago

Roger Stone divulges details on his 2019 jail stay, claims juror bias in Russia probe case

Roger Stone reveals details about his 2019 FBI arrest and jail stay in Florida, sharing stories of cellmate interactions during the Russia investigation.

Fox News - Top Stories - 8 days ago

Ukraine war latest: Sailor killed after Moscow strikes foreign cargo ships, says Kyiv

Fuel supplies in occupied Crimea have been restricted to essential government agencies

Independent UK - Politics - 11 days ago

From the Magazine - A battlefield volunteer in Ukraine war has a story. She wants Europe to hear it.

Anastasia Fomitchova left her life in Paris to join the fight for her native Ukraine. She was inspired to write a book about the bravery and unflinching humanity of those she served alongside as a medic. Her message to Europeans: It’s their war, too.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 20 days ago

UK long-range strike weapons could be sent to Ukraine within a year

The Ministry of Defence challenged UK firms to develop the weapons with a speed of more than 600km per hour

Independent UK - Politics - 13 days ago

International Space Station leak crisis: NASA, Russia clash over Zvezda module repairs

The NASA and Russian federal space agency, Roscosmos, have been at odds regarding the future of the PrK tunnel, a section connecting the Russian Zvezda module to an aft docking port. Since 2019, the...

International The News - Technology - 14 days ago

Trump Signals Renewed Focus on Ukraine After Iran Deal Breakthrough

Trump suggested that a breakthrough with Iran could allow the United States to refocus on Ukraine, while Zelensky said G7 leaders are increasingly united in recognizing Russia's unwillingness to end the war.

OilPrice.com - World - 16 days ago

U.S. Lawmakers Push New Ukraine Aid and Russia Sanctions

The House advanced a new Ukraine aid and sanctions bill despite Trump administration opposition, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russia’s invasion had become a strategic disaster.

OilPrice.com - World - 29 days ago

Defying Western pressure: Russia and China deepen economic partnership

Moscow and Beijing have expanded coordination in energy, trade, and infrastructure as they push for a more multipolar economic system

Russia Today - Business - 1 month ago

Ukraine-Israel row erupts over grain Russia got from occupied areas

A diplomatic dispute has broken out between Ukraine and Israel over grain exports that Kyiv says were taken from territories under Russian control, with...

Daily Sabah - Business - 2 months ago

Russia sees opportunity in thawing Arctic. But it's looking for partners, too. -- Fred Weir

Russia is ramping up efforts to take advantage of the opening Arctic, both through military and economic means, and through international cooperation.

Christian Science Monitor - Science - 2 months ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 2 months ago

Why Trump's war with Iran will help fund Russia's assault on Ukraine

The Kremlin is set to enjoy a boost as US President Donald Trump lifts sanctions and its oil becomes more valuable.

Sky News - World - 3 months ago

Forbidden movies: Russia bans films that reject so-called 'traditional values'

'Traditional values' in the law include patriotism, service to the fatherland, high morals, a strong family, productive labor, and the priority of the spiritual over the material.

Global Voices - Entertainment - 3 months ago

Greenpeace Accuses Russia of Destroying the Environment

A new Greenpeace report accuses Russia of accelerating environmental destruction and obstructing global climate progress as it prioritizes war and resource exploitation.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 8 months ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago

IOC president blasts Ukraine – media

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Back has reportedly urged Kiev against calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 4 years ago