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Zelensky calls for Russia to be punished after strike on Kyiv housing block kills 24

It was struck on Thursday during Russia’s heaviest air attack since war began

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Bail for ex-Zelensky aide set at $3.2 million as corruption case opens

Ukraine’s High Anti-Corruption Court has imposed a $3.2 million bail on former Zelensky aide Andrey Yermak in a money laundering case

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Russia, Ukraine swap 205 prisoners of war each

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 205 prisoners of war each on Friday, Moscow's defense ministry said, a week after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a large swap would take place between the warring sides.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 1 hour ago

Finland ends drone alert amid regional fears of Ukraine war spillover

Finnish defence authorities scramble fighter jets; defence chief warns of more alarms as Russian war persists.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Zelenskyy condemns Russia after strike on Kyiv apartment block kills 24

Rescue workers ended search operations Friday at the devastated building, which was struck this week during Russia’s heaviest air attack on the Ukrainian capital this year.

NBC News - Technology - 3 hours ago

Russia, Ukraine exchange 205 POWs each amid heavy aerial strikes

Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner swap of 205 servicemen each on Friday, even as the war escalated with renewed mass drone and missile strikes across...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 hours ago

Russia and Ukraine exchange 205 POWs – Moscow (VIDEO/PHOTOS)

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 205 POWs with UAE mediation, the Russian Defense Ministry has said

Russia Today - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says 24 people died in Russia's missile attack on a Kyiv apartment building on Thursday

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says 24 people died in Russia’s missile attack on a Kyiv apartment building on Thursday.

Bay to Bay News - World - 5 hours ago

Moscow military parade could prove to be requiem for Putin's Ukraine ambitions

After four bloody years of war, signs of anxiety within the Kremlin are unmistakable

Irish Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Russia pounds Ukraine in heaviest wartime drone attack over two days

KYIV: Russia carried out its largest aerial attack over a two-day period since the start of its war in Ukraine, pounding the capital Kyiv and other cities with hundreds of drones, Ukrainian officials said on Thursday (May 14).Russia had launched 1,567 drones since the start of Wednesday, Ukrainian President V

Channel NewsAsia - World - 12 hours ago

Ex-Zelensky aide could wind up dead in jail – former Ukrainian intel officer -- Exclusive

Andrey Yermak likely has first-hand knowledge of Western officials’ involvement in corruption in Ukraine, former SBU officer Vasily Prozorov says

Russia Today - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Russia hammers Ukraine for a third straight day, flattening a Kyiv apartment block and killing 9

As dawn broke on a clear day in Kyiv, a scene of devastation came into focus in the capital’s leafy Darnytsia neighborhood, located between a suburban forest and the Dnieper River.

Los Angeles Times - World - 15 hours ago

Russia Hammers Ukraine For A 3rd Straight Day, Flattening A Kyiv Apartment Block And Killing 9

Authorities say a massive Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine has demolished an apartment block in Kyiv, killing seven and wounding dozens.

Huffington Post - World - 15 hours ago

Ukraine hit by second day of large-scale Russian missile and drone strikes

Widespread nature of attacks prompts warnings that Moscow is trying to overwhelm air defence systems

Irish Times - World - 19 hours ago

Russia launches heaviest wartime drone assault on Ukraine

Russia unleashed the largest aerial attack on Ukraine over a two-day period since the war began, pounding the capital Kyiv and other cities across the country with hundreds of drones, Ukrainian officials said on Thursday.

The Globe and Mail - World - 20 hours ago

At least 9 killed, several injured as Russian barrage destroys residential buildings in Ukraine

Russia on Thursday unleashed a third straight day of massive drone and missile attacks on Ukraine, demolishing an apartment building in Kyiv where seven people were killed and dozens injured, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

CBC News - World - 21 hours ago

Latvian government collapses over Russia-bound Ukrainian drones

Prime minister Evika Siliņa resigns after incidents of drones crashing near Latvia’s border with Russia

Irish Times - World - 22 hours ago

Boycotting Russia and Israel betrays the spirit of the Venice Biennale

It feels wrong to cancel artists because you disapprove of what their countries are up to, writes Melanie McDonagh

Evening Standard - Opinion - 1 day ago

Russia fires at least 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk in Moscow of possible peace

The prolonged barrage began in midmorning and lasted for hours, hitting the capital of Kyiv, the city of Lviv and the port of Odesa, among other population centers.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

First Look - Ukraine-Russia ceasefire strained as both sides report weekend attacks

A U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine appeared under serious strain on Sunday, with both sides trading blame for weekend attacks.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 2 days ago

As Russia pushes spring offensive, shift on battlefield buoys Ukrainians -- Russia is no longer making major battlefield gains. If anything, it's been Ukraine, aided by its technological prowess, taking back small pieces of territory. After a punishing winter, Ukraine is in a surprisingly encouraging place. -- Howard LaFranchi

Russia is no longer making major battlefield gains. If anything, it’s been Ukraine, aided by its technological prowess, taking back small pieces of territory. After a punishing winter, Ukraine is in a surprisingly encouraging place.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia launches massive daytime drone attack on Ukraine

The Kremlin stuck to its maximalist demands of Ukraine on Wednesday as it insisted the conflict would soon end

Independent UK - World - 2 days ago

Russia a long-term strategic partner – Ethiopian Air Force chief

Ethiopia’s Air Force chief told RT that Russian support shaped pilot training, combat tactics, and military aviation

Russia Today - US News - 2 days ago

Ukraine kindergarten hit as Russia launches 'over 200 drones' just hours after brief ceasefire ended

"Russia itself chose to end the partial silence that had lasted for several days," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wrote on X on Tuesday.

New York Post - World - 2 days ago

New Report Claims Ukraine And U.S. Near 'Landmark' Drone Defense Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said nearly 20 countries are interested in drone deals with Ukraine and that four agreements have already been signed.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Zelenskyy Meets Palantir CEO as Ukraine Doubles Down on AI Warfare

Zelenskyy met Palantir CEO Alex Karp as Ukraine expands AI drone defense through the Brave1 Dataroom, with 100+ companies training combat models.

OilPrice.com - World - 2 days ago

Things are not going so well for Russia

Stalled advance in Ukraine and economic woes are not the only worries for the Kremlin - also a distant ‘near abroad'.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 4 days ago

Russia and Ukraine agree to renewed three-day ceasefire and prisoner swap, Trump says

The US president said the halt in fighting for Victory Day celebrations could mark the "beginning of the end" of the war.

SBS - Politics - 6 days ago

Trump announces Ukraine-Russia ceasefire as he hints 'close to end of war'

Victory Day is a holiday that commemorates the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany in 1945

WalesOnline - World - 6 days ago

Russia Is Trying to Steal Armenia's Election—the US Must Act | Opinion

"A Kremlin-backed victory on June 7 would mean an...administration owing its office to Moscow and paying the debt in policy."

Newsweek - Opinion - 8 days ago

Zelenskyy has no cards to play against Russia or the West

The president seems unable to secure for Ukrainian people a gain that can compensate for a painful peace.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 11 days ago

Iran, Russia consult on nuclear cooperation

TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – A senior Rosatom official met Iran's ambassador in Moscow on Thursday to discuss scientific, technical and technological exchanges between the two countries' atomic energy bodies.

Mehr News Agency - Technology - 14 days ago

'Environmental disaster': Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries rock Russia

Ukrainian forces have hammered one of Russia's largest sites in Tuapse, causing oil spills and black rain.

Aljazeera - Environment - 14 days ago

Ukraine told to hike taxes to unlock Western aid – media

Ukraine faces pressure from the EU and IMF to overhaul its tax system as both reportedly tie future aid to fiscal reforms amid a widening budget gap.

Russia Today - Business - 16 days 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 - 16 days ago

Russia unveils 'Anti-aging Vaccine': A gene therapy targeting cellular decay

Russia has announced a major breakthrough with the introduction of an “anti-aging vaccine.’ This gene therapy aims to slow cellular decay by blocking the RAGE receptor, a key trigger for...

International The News - Health - 17 days ago

Trump says Prince Harry 'not speaking for UK' on Ukraine

Trump responds to Duke of Sussex’s speech in Kyiv on Thursday, in which he called for US to show leadership over Ukraine war

Evening Standard - World - 21 days ago

US Space Command: Russia is now operationalizing co-orbital ASAT weapons

They’re putting operational systems up within orbit reach of our high-value satellites."

Ars Technica - Science - 21 days ago

US defends Russia oil sanctions waiver extension

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has explained the 30-day waiver extension on Russian oil sanctions as due to appeals from several countries

Russia Today - Business - 22 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 - 1 month 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 month 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 - 1 month 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 - 2 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 - 2 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 - 7 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