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Ukraine/Russia

Ukraine and Russia complete prisoner exchange as Zelensky visits front line

Kyiv and Moscow exchanged 300 service personnel each on Friday, along with another 200 prisoners of war

The Globe and Mail - World - 2 hours ago

New POW exchange possible as Ukraine and US conclude peace talks

Zelenskyy has urged the US to keep pressure on Russia as Washington temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian oil.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 2 hours ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy urges allies to pressure Russia ahead of US talks

With US-Ukraine talks set to resume in Florida, Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns Russia is increasing its oil revenues.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

North America -- Backlash after Trump says he is 'glad' special prosecutor who pursued Russia links is dead

There is growing backlash against US president Donald Trump, after he said he was glad to hear of the death of Robert Mueller, a special prosecutor who pro...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

4 killed as Russia and Ukraine trade attacks ahead of U.S. talks

A Russian drone attack on the city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least two people, a Ukrainian official said, ahead of expected U.S.-Ukraine talks.

CTV News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Robert Mueller, 9/11-era FBI chief who later probed alleged Trump-Russia ties, dead at 81 -- News

Robert Mueller, the FBI director who transformed the agency into a terrorism-fighting force after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks and who later became special counsel in charge of investigating ties between Russia and Donald Trump's presidential campaign, has died at 81.

CBC News - World - 9 hours ago

Volodymyr Zelensky tells of 'very bad feeling' about Iran war impact on Ukraine

He highlighted that Russian President Vladimir Putin ‘will want a long war’ in the Middle East.

Evening Standard - Politics - 10 hours ago

Former FBI director Robert Mueller, who investigated Russia-Trump campaign ties, dies

Donald Trump posted on social media after the announcement of Mueller’s death: “Robert Mueller just died. Good, I’m glad he’s dead.”

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 21 hours ago

Ukraine says talks to resolve war will continue in US on Sunday

Ukrainian and US negotiators trying to move towards a settlement of the four-year war pitting Kyiv against Moscow opened their latest round of talks in Florida on Saturday (Mar 21), with more discussions planned through the weekend.Russian representatives were not present at the meeting."We continued d

Channel NewsAsia - World - 22 hours ago

Ukraine launches nearly 300 drones at Russia in one of its largest attacks of the war

The drones struck an oil depot in Saratov in the southwest of Russia that's processes nearly 5 million tons of oil annually, Ukraine's Armed Forces said.

New York Post - World - 23 hours ago

Fmr FBI Director and special counsel Robert Mueller, who investigated purported Trump-Russia connection, dies

Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Robert Swan Mueller, who served as special counsel in charge of investigating purported ties between President Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign and Russia, has died at age 81.

One America News Network - US News - 1 day ago

US, Ukrainian teams meet in bid to revive talks on Ukraine war

KYIV, Ukraine — US and Ukrainian negotiators met in the United States on Saturday in a bid to revive stalled talks on ending the four-year Ukraine war launched by Russia, officials said.

Manila Times - World - 1 day ago

Four people killed as Russia and Ukraine trade attacks before U.S. talks

Zelensky said earlier he sent delegation to U.S. to move forward on talks to end Russia’s invasion

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Robert Mueller, special counsel who investigated Trump-Russia ties, dies at 81

Mueller was appointed as special counsel in 2017 to oversee the federal investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 US election

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Russian drones kill at least two in Ukraine and hit power

A deadly strike in Zaporizhzhia killed adults and injured children. A second drone left the majority of Ukraine's Chernihiv ​region without electricity.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

As Middle Eastern countries struggle to down Iranian drones, Ukraine sends 200 specialists to help -- Briar Stewart

After Iranian Shahed drones hit an oil refinery in Kuwait, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Kyiv has sent more than 200 military specialists to the Middle East to help defend critical infrastructure from the same type of threat Ukraine has faced for years.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Russian Strike on Zaporizhzhia Kills Two as Ukraine Seeks Peace Talks

A Russian drone attack on Zaporizhzhia killed at least two people, a Ukrainian official said, ahead of expected U.S.-Ukraine talks.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

EU Leaders Accuse Orbán of Disloyalty and Blackmail After He Blocks €90 Billion Ukraine Loan

Leaders in the European Union have condemned Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after he blocked implementation of a €90 billion loan package for Ukraine.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Hungary's Orbán threatens further anti-Ukraine measures over Russian oil dispute

Speaking to media in Brussels a day after he blocked a $104-billion European Union loan to Ukraine, Orbán said he and his government have “a lot of cards in our hands” beyond holding up the financial aid Kyiv needs to equip its armed forces and keep its economy running.

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 days ago

EU to push Ukraine loan 'one way or the other' – von der Leyen

The EU is seeking ways to bypass Hungary’s veto on a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, as Italy’s Giorgia Meloni breaks ranks, voicing support for Budapest

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

'Europe learned the wrong lesson' on energy from Russia-Ukraine war

Countries that invested in renewable energy in 2022 are better able to withstand the current fuel crisis, experts say.

Euronews - Environment - 2 days ago

Spain, Ukraine Agree to Produce Drones Together After Zelensky Visit

Spain will co-produce drones, radars, and other defense equipment with Ukraine after signing agreements with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

Iran strikes neighbors with missiles and drones. Ukraine shows how to fight back.

Iran has shown they can do a lot of damage to United States and Israeli assets – and regional allies in the Gulf – via missile and drone attacks. Ukraine can help stop it.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 4 days ago

For Ukraine and Russia, widening Iran war presents peril and possibility -- Howard LaFranchi

From soaring oil prices to depleted interceptors, the Iran war’s impacts reverberated quickly in the Ukraine conflict. And the needs of the Mideast combatants – intelligence and anti-drone measures – have created diplomatic and strategic openings for both Russia and Ukraine.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Cheap drones, costly defence: Lessons from Ukraine -- m read

Discover how Ukraine's innovative drone defense strategies are reshaping modern warfare and offering new solutions to Gulf states against drone threats.

Gulf News - Opinion - 6 days ago

Milano-Cortina Paralympics come to a close with another boycott by Ukraine at Games marked by Russia's return

A closing ceremony boycotted by Ukraine signalled the end of the Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, hours after the U.S. Para ice hockey team won the final gold medal of the Games that were marked by the return of the Russian flag and national anthem to the global sports stage.

CBC News - Sports - 6 days 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 - 9 days 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 - 9 days ago

How Nuclear Waste Can Save Military Satellites and Lunar Exploration -- Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less...

Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less fuel could keep satellites—and lunar bases—running.

Military.com - US News - 12 days ago

'A setback': EU fails to approve new Russia sanctions as war drags on

European Union countries have failed to reach a consensus and agree on a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, mainly due to objections from...

Daily Sabah - Business - 26 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 - Business - 1 month 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 - 1 month 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 - 5 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

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