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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,465

These are the key developments from day 1,465 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - World - 5 hours ago

It's the economy stupid: Deep inside Putin's always- on war machine, the financial cost of Ukraine invasion is showing

As Russia’s war economy strains under growing pressure from sanctions and slumping revenues, even businesses in regions that have benefited from massive in...

Independent.ie - World - 5 hours ago

Ukraine live: Putin could face 'moment of truth' over new losses

Zelensky says leader-level meeting with Putin ‘only way to finally end the war’ after phone call with Trump

Independent UK - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Russia, Ukraine agree local truce to allow repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Russian forces have controlled the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant since early 2022, shortly after Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

CNBC - US News - 20 hours ago

Ukraine attack sends thousands in Russia into darkness

TEHRAN, Feb. 27 (MNA) – About 50,000 people were left without power in the Russian city of Belgorod on Friday after alleged Ukrainian missiles struck it overnight, the regional governor said.

Mehr News Agency - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Russia Shipped 80% of its 2025 Oil Exports to China and India

Russia's oil exports remained flat in 2025 with a massive 80% now going to China and India following sanctions, while India's recent pivot away from Russian crude has left China as Moscow's last major reliable market.

OilPrice.com - Business - 18 hours ago

Putin may escalate if he doesn't get 'the only thing that can save him' - expert | Ukraine war

While Russia's war in Ukraine shows no immediate sign of ending, Kyiv's allies fear Moscow could extend its war elsewhere in Europe. For that reason, leaders in the continent may be concerned by news of a suspected Russian drone so close to a NATO country. Follow the latest.

Sky News - World - 19 hours ago

Russian overnight attacks pound Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia, dozens hurt - Russian overnight drone and missile attacks struck Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia, injuring civilians, damaging apartment blocks and cutting heating to hundreds of homes. 26/02/2026

Video. Russian overnight drone and missile attacks struck Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia, injuring civilians, damaging apartment blocks and cutting heating to hundreds of homes.

Euronews - World - 19 hours ago

A growing number of Africans say relatives who sought work in Russia were forced into military service in Ukraine.

A growing number of African families say relatives who sought work in Russia were forced into military service in Ukraine.

Deutsche Welle - World - 21 hours ago

Russia and Ukraine establish local truce to enable repairs at Europe's largest nuclear plant

Repairs were required to an external power line at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine, Russian officials said.

NBC News - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

'I'm not the best father,' admits ​Zelenskyy as Ukraine hit by 'harshest winter for decades'

The Ukrainian leader told Sky News that his presidential role and responsibilities had taken their toll on his family.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Russia pounds Ukraine with drones and missiles despite peace talks

President Zelenskyy said hundreds of drones and missiles had been used to target Ukrainian infrastructure, with dozens of civilians also wounded, even as delegates meet in Geneva to discuss a possible end to the conflict.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Russia Says Cuba 'Acted Correctly' in Killing People on Florida Speedboat

The Kremlin said on Thursday that the Cuban coast guard “acted correctly” when it opened fire on a speedboat from Florida on Wednesday.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Kenyan police arrest man accused of recruiting fighters for Russia's war in Ukraine

Festus Omwamba was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking in the northern Kenyan town of Moyale, near the border with Ethiopia.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Russia warns against 'provocative actions' around Cuba after 4 killed onboard US-registered speedboat

Russia is warning against "provocative actions" towards Cuba following a deadly shootout between the country’s coast guard and U.S.-registered speedboat.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Russia says Cuba situation escalating after incident with U.S.-tagged speedboat

The incident comes at a time of heightened tensions between Washington and Havana.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Hungary accuses Ukraine of 'oil blockade', sends soldiers to guard energy facilities

Hungary has accused Ukraine of disrupting oil supplies it gets from Russia and has stationed troops at critical energy facilities across the country.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Committed, but weary? Russia stays the course after 4 years of war in Ukraine.

Four years on, Russia has now been engaged in war in Ukraine longer than the Soviet Union fought in World War II, and the cost is starting to wear.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 2 days ago

On the ground with foreign secretary in Ukraine

Political editor Beth Rigby joined Cooper in Kyiv on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Ukraine to meet Trump envoys ahead of high-stakes Geneva talks with Russia as war enters fifth year

Ukraine and U.S. representatives reportedly set to meet ahead of trilateral talks with Russia in Geneva as the ongoing war enters its fifth year.

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

US Warns Ukraine Not to Hit American Interests in Strikes on Russia Energy Infrastructure

The Ukrainian ambassador to Washington said the U.S. State Department had sent her a communication following a strike on the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

The US is back in this strategic region to counter Russia and China – but at what cost?

History reveals that US engagement in Latin America, Africa, and Asia often leverages economic incentives alongside political influence

Russia Today - Opinion - 2 days ago

Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine has now lasted 1,462 days. 48 months. 4 years.

As of February 24, 2026, this is already 44 days longer than the Second World War (Eastern Front) lasted for the Soviet Union.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 3 days ago

No end in sight for the war - but a glimmer of hope for Ukraine

Beth Rigby joined Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper in Kyiv on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Sky News - World - 3 days ago

Watch: U2 release short film to mark Ukraine invasion anniversary

Documentary accompanies Yours Eternally, a song featuring Ed Sheeran and Taras Topolia

Irish Times - Entertainment - 3 days ago

'Delaying, stalling and blaming': Russia shows little sign of compromise as war enters fifth year, expert says

Four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war shows no clear end in sight as costly battlefield advances continue and renewed diplomatic efforts struggle to deliver a breakthrough.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Zelensky says Putin has 'not broken' Ukrainians as he marks 4 years since Russia's all-out invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Russia has not “broken Ukrainians” nor triumphed in its war

Los Angeles Times - World - 3 days ago

Three myths about the Russia economic war

Has Moscow really overcome the sanctions regime? It is time to talk facts, not fiction.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 3 days ago

Four years into the war, Ukraine has endured – and it has been transformed

Beyond the brutal figures of deaths and injuries is a deeper, quieter erosion: the fraying of the country’s social fabric

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 3 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 - 4 days 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 - Top Stories - 4 days 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 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 - 6 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 - 7 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 - 7 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 - 8 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 - 9 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 - 9 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 - 10 days ago

With Russia grinding closer, Ukrainians weigh the cost of land for peace -- Dominique Soguel

For the Ukrainian public, the idea of giving up territory for peace is anathema – unless security against future Russian aggression is guaranteed.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 10 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 - 13 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 - 16 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 - 17 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 - 17 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 - 22 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 - 23 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 - 29 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 - 4 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