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Russia has looted thousands of Ukrainian cultural objects in the war. Finding them is a challenge

Ukraine is struggling to recover thousands of artworks and other cultural objects lost during Russia’s full-scale invasion. Missing records and lack of access to occupied territories make the full …

Bay to Bay News - World - 2 hours ago

Ukraine Claims World's First All-Drone Battle Victory

Ukraine announces the world’s first all-drone ground battle victory, in which robots captured a Russian position and took prisoners.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Strikes hit Sloviansk and Sumy as Russia pounds Ukrainian cities - Russia strikes Sloviansk with a FAB-1500 bomb, wrecking civilian buildings, while repeated drone attacks ignite major fires in Sumy's industrial zone. 15/04/2026

Video. Russia strikes Sloviansk with a FAB-1500 bomb, wrecking civilian buildings, while repeated drone attacks ignite major fires in Sumy’s industrial zone.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Russia strikes Ukrainian military and energy sites after Kiev kills children – MOD

Russian forces have carried out mass strikes on Ukrainian military and energy sites following deadly drone attacks in southern Russia, the Defense Ministry has said

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

Russian strikes kill 16 across Ukraine in worst attack this year -- -

Russia unleashed its deadliest attack so far this year on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities overnight, killing 16 people, including a 12-year-old child, and wounding scores, in drone and missile strikes, officials said on Thursday.y.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Russian drone and missile strikes kills 14 in Ukraine

ALBAWABA - Russian strikes left at least 14 people killed in Ukraine, local authorities announced Thursday.According to sources, Moscow fired a huge bar

Albawaba - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Ukraine's Zelensky pursues more arms deals with allies to help check Russia's invasion

With no plans announced for further U.S.-mediated talks with Russia, Zelensky was visiting three European capitals in 48 hours, securing promises of further military and financial support from Germany and Norway ahead of his trip to Italy on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 days ago

Russia offers China energy lifeline as the Iran war strangles global supply

"Russia can certainly fill the resource gap that has arisen in China," Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said Wednesday.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Air Force strikes $270 million deal for lightweight drones using software with data from Ukraine-Russia war

The lightweight, solar-powered drones that can be launched by a two-person crew and fly extended-loitering scout missions.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Ukraine agrees to defense deal with Germany to help in fight against Russia

U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s war on its neighbor have recently petered out as the Iran war grips the Trump administration’s attention.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 days ago

Hungarian Election Victor Magyar Says He'd Speak With Putin and Ask Him to End the War in Ukraine

Hungarian election winner Péter Magyar says he would talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin but won't initiate contact.

Military.com - US News - 4 days ago

European defense names tumble on Ukraine-Russia deal progress reports

Shares in Europe closed higher on Friday as the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran continues to test investors' nerves.

CNBC - World - 5 days 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 - 5 days ago

Orthodox Easter truce obliterated as Ukraine and Russia both allege violations

Earlier in the day, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had expressed hope the weekend truce would lead to a more permanent one.

New York Post - World - 6 days 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 - 6 days ago

Why are social media accounts linked to Iran, Russia and China posting about Ireland?

Recent analysis highlighted an Iranian information operation targeting Ireland, while accounts linked to Russia and China posted about the fuel protests

Irish Times - Opinion - 7 days ago

Israeli Attack on Iranian Port Exposes Vulnerability in Russia Trade Route

Israel’s strike on Iran’s Caspian port has exposed a critical and largely hidden corridor used by Russia and Iran to exchange weapons, oil, and goods beyond Western oversight.

OilPrice.com - World - 16 days ago

Russia wants to legalize cars stolen in EU

Vehicles stolen in the EU may soon be legally registered in Russia. One German police union fears this could lead to an increase in car thefts in Europe.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 19 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 - 1 month 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 - 1 month 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 - 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 - 6 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