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Kremlin Touts Putin's 'Main Goal' Four Years on in Russia's Ukraine War

Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine began on February 22, 2022. The Trump White House is attempting to broker a peace deal.

Newsweek - World - 4 minutes ago

As Ukraine war enters fifth year, Zelenskyy says Putin failing at his goals -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy marked the start of the fifth year of the Ukraine war​ by saying Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his war goals.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy marked the start of the fifth year of the Ukraine war​ by saying Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his war goals.

CBS News - World - 16 minutes ago

Zelensky says Putin has 'not broken' Ukrainians as country marks 4 years of Russia's all-out war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country has withstood the onslaught by Russia’s bigger and better equipped army.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 19 minutes ago

After 4 years of war, can Russia and Ukraine make peace in 2026? Read Now - Share

Four years into the Russia-Ukraine war, renewed US-led talks in Geneva and Abu Dhabi face major roadblocks over territory, security guarantees and political demands. With civilian casualties rising, military aid declining, and sanctions biting, 2026 is being seen as a potentially pivotal year for the conflict

First Post - Top Stories - 24 minutes ago

The Irish Times view on the war in Ukraine: the EU must stand with Kyiv

After four years of attrition, the conflict is stuck in bloody gridlock

Irish Times - Top Stories - 36 minutes ago

Zelensky marks war anniversary vowing to fight on, says Putin 'has not achieved his goals'

Ukraine will not betray the sacrifices made by its people in four years of war just to make peace with Russia, President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed on Tuesday, as divisions among his key allies...

New York Post - Top Stories - 44 minutes ago

The Latest: Ukraine marks 4 years since Russia's full-scale invasion

It's been four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine as the country keeps fighting and Europe shows support but struggles to stay united. On Tuesday, more than a dozen senior European …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Britain announces Ukraine package on grim 4th invasion anniversary

Britain announced a new package of humanitarian and reconstruction assistance for Ukraine on Tuesday, the grim fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion.

UPI - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Four years on Russia-Ukraine conflict: Casualties, war cost and overall results

ALBAWABA - The war between Russia and Ukraine has entered its fifth year today, since Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a "special military ope

Albawaba - World - 2 hours ago

Russia launches investigation into Telegram founder in Putin crackdown

Moscow is trying to get Russians to switch to the state-backed app known as MAX

Independent UK - World - 2 hours ago

Bowen: Why Ukraine remains defiant and does not feel close to defeat -- This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured

This month marks four gruelling years since the full‑scale invasion began and a genuine ceasefire still feels far from assured

BBC News - World - 4 hours ago

Why No One Is Winning the Russia-Ukraine War After Four Years

Drones, heavy casualties and marginal territorial gains have turned the Russia- Ukraine war into a prolonged stalemate four years into fighting.

Newsweek - World - 3 hours ago

European unity faces critical test as Ukraine war enters its fifth year

EU’s Kaja Kallas not optimistic about peace talks as cities face continued bombardment

Irish Times - World - 3 hours ago

Devastation and frozen frontlines: Ukraine marks four years of Russia's war

Ukrainians are repelled by the prospect of capitulating to Moscow as the war barrels into another year.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Ukraine war: The figures four years on

From two million military fatalities to 3,000 killed and injured children, here are the big figures defining the conflict in Ukraine

Evening Standard - World - 4 hours ago

Comment -- Sam Kiley: As war enters its fifth year, Ukraine has proven it can survive – but this is what it needs to win

I could hear the take-off detonation being filmed live and broadcast around the world in my earpiece along with my TV colleague’s on the ground report of t...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Kyiv hits key oil station with drones after Hungary blocks new sanctions against Moscow: Latest

Kyiv said the station was a key facility for the Druzhba pipeline which supplies oil to Europe

Independent UK - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Moscow policeman killed in bomb attack on Ukraine war anniversary

The attack on a police car occurred near one of the busiest train stations in the Russian capital.

Aljazeera - World - 6 hours ago

How Mariia Vainshtein went from fleeing war in Ukraine to New York City tennis champion

Tennis helped high school student find her place in a new country

The Globe and Mail - Sports - 11 hours ago

Commentary: No end in sight to Russia's war in Ukraine on its fourth anniversary

The full conquest of the Donbas remains the minimum President Vladimir Putin needs to spin a narrative of victory, but even that is eluding him, says former ceasefire observer Samir Puri.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 8 hours ago

Hungary blocks latest EU sanctions on Russia, $105B loan to Ukraine

On the eve of the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine war, the EU is deadlocked over new sanctions on Russia and a major financial aid package for Kyiv.

UPI - US News - 13 hours ago

After four years of war by Russia in Ukraine, peace is still elusive despite a U.S. push for a settlement

Russia has occupied about 20% of Ukrainian territory since illegally annexing Crimea in 2014, but its gains after the Feb. 24, 2022, invasion have been slow. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte this month likened Moscow's advance to “the speed of a garden snail.”

Los Angeles Times - World - 14 hours ago

Canada-Ukraine Foundation calls on feds to match donations as war hits four-year mark

The Canada-Ukraine Foundation has asked Ottawa to match donations to support humanitarian work in the country as the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion approaches.

CTV News - Politics - 15 hours ago

Ukraine reconstruction needs over 500 billion euros: international reports

Kyiv: An updated jointRapid Damage and Needs Assessment(RDNA5) released Monday by Kyiv, the World Bank Group, the European Commission, and the United...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Orban spoils the show of united EU front as Ukraine war enters fifth year

‘We don’t hate Ukraine’, says Hungarian minister before saying why far-right government threatened to block sanctions on Russia

Irish Times - World - 16 hours ago

Four years on, Ukraine is under more pressure than ever. So is Russia

The war of attrition appears almost certain to continue despite Donald Trump’s pressure on Ukraine to sign away its territory in the hope of a lasting peace.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 16 hours ago

Ukraine needs $588B to recover from Russian invasion: Report

Ukraine will require about $588 billion to rebuild after nearly four years of destruction caused by Russia’s invasion, an amount nearly three times the...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

EU Names Azerbaijan a Cornerstone of Europe's Post-Russia Energy Map

The EU has identified Azerbaijan as a cornerstone of Europe’s post-Russia energy strategy, aiming to double gas imports to 20 bcm annually by 2027 via the Southern Gas Corridor.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Seven Chinese tourists drown after car falls through ice in Russia - The car went underwater after hitting a patch of thin ice. Seven Chinese tourists, including a couple with a 14-year-old boy, have died. 21/02/2026

The car went underwater after hitting a patch of thin ice. Seven Chinese tourists, including a couple with a 14-year-old boy, have died.

Euronews - World - 20 hours ago

Civilians reveal human cost as Russia-Ukraine war enters 5th year

From being under constant danger to moral dilemmas, civilians in Ukraine and Russia share how the war has upended daily life as the conflict enters its...

Daily Sabah - World - 23 hours ago

Developing nuclear triad remains absolute priority for Russia

TEHRAN, Feb. 23 (MNA) – The development of the nuclear triad "remains an absolute priority" for Russia, President Vladimir Putin said Monday in a video speech on the Defender of the Fatherland Day.

Mehr News Agency - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine war has 'changed fundamentally', commander says, as trench fighting fuses with 21st century

Alex Rossi joins a unit from the 117th Brigade, tasked with defending one of the most heavily contested areas of the Donbas by shooting down Russian drones.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

How have four years of war in Ukraine changed its two central figures?

Much has changed for the leaders of Ukraine and Russia in the past four years - at home, abroad and in their personal lives.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Hungary threatens to block new EU sanctions against Russia over oil deliveries

Hungary is threatening to block new European Union sanctions on Russia and slow EU help for Ukraine until Russian oil deliveries resume.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

How four years of war in Ukraine have changed Russia

From curbs on rights to fewer choices at the market, the war has taken its toll. Still, support for it remains high.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Hungary threatens veto on EU's 20th Russia sanctions package over halted oil shipments -- Justin Spike -- News

Budapest has threatened to block a new package of European Union sanctions against Russia and to stall efforts to help Ukraine until Russian oil deliveries to Hungary resume.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Who Was Viktoria Shpylka? Ukraine Cop Killed in Suspected Terror Attack

Another 25 people were injured in what Ukrainian officials called a "terrorist attack" in the west of the country early on Sunday.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Russia Signals Nuclear Response if Estonia Hosts NATO Weapons

Estonia's foreign minister has signaled the eastern NATO member was open to having nuclear weapons stationed on its soil.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Russian Missile and Drone Barrage Hits Kyiv Suburbs, Killing One

Russia attacked Ukraine with a barrage of missiles and drones, killing one person in the Kyiv region, Ukraine's Emergency Service said.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Russia mulls involuntary reserve call-up as battlefield losses mount - Russia appears to be having difficulty replenishing its losses in Ukraine through the existing mechanisms of troop formation. However, any sort of mobilisation will cause massive discontent among the population. 20/02/2026

Russia appears to be having difficulty replenishing its losses in Ukraine through the existing mechanisms of troop formation. However, any sort of mobilisation will cause massive discontent among the population.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Comedy in Russia is booming. But stand-ups live in fear of being jailed for jokes.

Comparing stand-up in Russia to an electric fence, one comedian told NBC News it was “easy to get through, but God forbid you brush the side — you’re dead.”

NBC News - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine War: Why China is the Friend Russia Has Needed

Russia was condemned by many countries when it invaded Ukraine four years ago, but it found crucial support in one key ally.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine Strikes at Key Industrial Site Deep Inside Russia

Ukrainian drones struck an industrial site deep inside Russia, which a Russian news channel said was a key state-owned missile factory.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Russia is pressing charges against German satirical artist Jacques Tilly for his Carnival float.

Poking fun at politicians is a major part of Carnival in Germany. But in Russia, criticism of Putin is no laughing matter.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Iran, Russia annual trade turnover could exceed $10 billion

TEHRAN, Feb. 21 (MNA) – Chairman of the Iran-Russia Business Council Leonid Lozhechko has said that Tehran and Moscow have high potentials to increase the annual trade turnover more than $10 billion.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 3 days ago

As war losses near 2 million, Russia accused of trafficking foreign recruits from Africa, Asia

As the Ukraine war nears its fifth year, a new report alleges Russia is recruiting vulnerable foreign nationals through deceptive tactics that may amount to human trafficking.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

A gesture no one asked for: Ukraine turns the Paralympics into a political circus

A boycott over Russian and Belarusian participation at the Paralympics reveals how Ukraine weaponizes even the most apolitical stage

Russia Today - Opinion - 3 days ago

Is an energy war brewing between Ukraine and EU states? (VIDEO)

What’s behind the warning by Hungary and Slovakia that they could cut energy supplies to Ukraine after it halted Russian oil transit?

Russia Today - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Iran, Russia emphasize strengthening customs cooperation

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Customs officials from Iran and Russia have stressed the need to expand and develop cooperation in the customs field with the aim of facilitating trade activities between the two countries.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 5 days ago

Iran-Russia cooperation expanding in all fields, incl. energy

TEHRAN, Feb. 19 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have steadily deepened their ties over the past decade, driven by geographic proximity, overlapping regional interests, and a shared sense of pressure from Western policies, Russian energy minister says.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 5 days ago

South Africans tricked into fighting for Russia in Ukraine return home

Under South African law, it is illegal for citizens to provide military assistance to foreign governments

Independent UK - World - 5 days ago

Russia Trying to 'Drag Out' Negotiations After Wednesday Talks Come to Abrupt End, Zelensky Claims

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine ended abruptly on Wednesday without any key breakthroughs.

International Business Times - World - 5 days ago

Envoys Signal No Breakthrough on Bridging Russia and Ukraine's Political and Military Differences

The latest U.S.-brokered talks between envoys from Moscow and Kyiv over Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine ended with no sign of a breakthrough and with both sides saying the talks were “difficult,” as the war’s fourth anniversary approaches next week.

Military.com - US News - 5 days ago

'Difficult' Ukraine Peace Talks End After Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of Stalling

The talks came just days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's 2022 invasion of its much smaller neighbor.

Huffington Post - World - 5 days ago

Iran determined to implement partnership treaty with Russia

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said that his country is seriously determined to implement the Iran-Russia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty swiftly.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 5 days ago

Zelensky warns Ukrainians would never 'forgive' US for ceding major region to Russia as part of peace deal

"This is part of our country, all these citizens, the flag, the land," Zelensky said of the Donbas region.

New York Post - World - 5 days ago

These Couples Hold On To Love in Ukraine as Russian Drones Close In

In Ukraine’s front-line city of Kramatorsk, couples separated by war risk brief reunions as Russian forces close in.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Russia producing Iran's Bushehr NPP equipment

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Russia’s Minister of Energy, Sergei Tsivilev, confirmed that equipment for phases 2 and 3 of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant is being manufactured in Russia and will be shipped to Iran.

Mehr News Agency - Technology - 6 days ago

Iran volleyball team invited to Russia

TEHRAN, Feb. 15 (MNA) – The Russian Volleyball Federation has officially invited the Iran men’s national team for friendly matches.

Mehr News Agency - Sports - 8 days ago

Britain blames Russia for poisoning Alexei Navalny with dart frog toxin

The Russian authorities have previously strenuously denied any involvement in his death

WalesOnline - World - 9 days ago

Russia fully blocks WhatsApp, talks up state-backed alternative

“Due to Meta’s unwillingness to comply with Russian law, such a decision was indeed made and implemented,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

NBC News - Technology - 11 days ago

WhatsApp says Russia has tried to fully block the messaging app

WhatsApp says Russia tried to fully block the app, escalating internet controls and pushing users toward a state-backed alternative.

One America News Network - Technology - 11 days ago

There's an India-U.S.-Russia love-hate triangle — and it's complicated

An audacity of opacity has seen observers suggest that India is being "strategically ambiguous" when it comes to the U.S. trade deal.

CNBC - World - 12 days ago

Russia exports record crude to China

China’s energy imports from Russia rose more than fourfold and are set to rise further, the head of the Trade Policy Institute has told RT

Russia Today - Business - 13 days ago

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 13 days ago

Ukraine and Russia Reach POW Swap Deal as Peace Negotiations Continue

U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have produced a new prisoner exchange but remain stalled over fundamental disputes on territory and security guarantees, even as the war grinds on.

OilPrice.com - World - 18 days ago

Peace Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as Russia Continues to Strike Ukraine

U.S.-facilitated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia resumed in Abu Dhabi even as Russia launched fresh missile and drone strikes across Ukraine.

OilPrice.com - World - 19 days ago

Ukraine Prepares for New Peace Talks Amid Escalating Russian Bombardment

Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are preparing for a new round of trilateral talks in the UAE even as Russia continues deadly air strikes on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.

OilPrice.com - World - 21 days ago

Odessa A'zion drops out of Latina 'Deep Cuts' role following backlash

Earlier this week, TheWrap revealed that the 'Marty Supreme' star was cast as Zoe Gutierrez, a Latina character in the A24 film adaptation of Holly Brickley’s debut novel, prompting pushback online.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 25 days ago

Peace Talks to Resume in Abu Dhabi as Ukraine War Grinds On

The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are preparing to resume peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi, even as intense fighting, territorial disputes, and unresolved security guarantees continue to define the war.

OilPrice.com - World - 28 days ago

Company Inks $7M Deal to Provide Satellite Technology to US Army -- The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international...

The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international military community rethink war tactics.

Military.com - Technology - 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 - 4 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 - 11 months 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 - 11 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 - 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 - 3 years ago