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Ukraine/Russia

Ukraine to ask US mediators to pass on Easter ceasefire offer to Russia

Ukraine's president hosts EU leaders to mark Bucha massacre anniversary, says negotiator Umerov in Turkiye for talks.

Aljazeera - World - 9 hours ago

North Korea gains critical intel by aiding Russia in Ukraine

Ukraine fears that North Korea is becoming a greater military threat by helping Russia in its war. What has it gained in assisting Russia, and how does its new knowledge affect global security?

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Hungary under fire after leaked audio reveals efforts to help Russia overturn EU sanctions

Recording purports to capture phone call between foreign ministers of Hungary and Russia

Irish Times - World - 13 hours ago

Martin criticises Hungarian foreign minister's 'very sinister' backchannel talks with Russia

The latest live updates as the war in the Middle East continues

Irish Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Russia will not sell oil to price cap backers – Moscow

Russia will not supply oil to countries backing the price cap as global demand has surged amid the Middle East conflict, Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko says

Russia Today - World - 13 hours ago

Russia urges clarity on Zelenskyy cease-fire proposal, signals skepticism

Russia on Tuesday called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to provide concrete details on his proposed Easter cease-fire, while expressing doubt...

Daily Sabah - World - 15 hours ago

Russia 'doomed to defeat' - as ultranationalist blogger warns 'shameful peace' looms

Ukraine's president visited Qatar and Jordan over the weekend and denied reports US weapons were being redirected to the Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, three people died in a Russian airstrike in Donetsk. Catch up on the latest below.

Sky News - World - 20 hours ago

Helen McEntee to 'reaffirm Ireland's support' for Ukraine during Kyiv visit

Visit by Minister for Foreign Affairs and EU counterparts marks fourth anniversary of the liberation of Bucha from Russian occupation

Irish Times - Politics - 22 hours ago

Iranian ambassador to Russia dismisses Trump's claims about talks

Iran’s ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali has told RT that US and Israel are “planning” strikes, not talks with Tehran

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Russia welcomes arrival of oil tanker in Cuba after Trump allows blockade breach

A Russian oil tanker carrying a humanitarian shipment of 100,000 tons of crude oil reportedly arrived in Cuba on Monday.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day 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 - 2 days ago

Zelensky visits gulf Arab states to talk drone defense and seek strategic ties

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has made unannounced visits to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar as Kyiv seeks to use its drone expertise to help gulf Arab states blunt Iran’s attacks.

Los Angeles Times - World - 3 days ago

Russia Launches Over 270 Drones In Ukraine Overnight, Killing At Least 5

“Last night, the Russians launched a massive strike on Odesa. There was no military purpose whatsoever — this was pure terror against ordinary civilian life, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

Huffington Post - World - 3 days ago

Russia Warns of Force Majeure on Oil Cargoes After Port Disruptions

Russia’s oil exporters are warning buyers that cargoes from its key Baltic ports may not be delivered at all.

OilPrice.com - Business - 4 days ago

Rocket Report: Russia reopens gateway to ISS; Cape Canaveral hosts missile test

The US Space Force might move additional payloads off of ULA's grounded Vulcan rocket.

Ars Technica - Science - 4 days ago

'Asia's Ukraine moment': How the Iran war could accelerate a shift to renewables

The fallout from the sprawling Middle East conflict is expected to represent a watershed moment for the energy transition.

CNBC - World - 6 days ago

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

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 - Top Stories - 14 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 - 19 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 - 19 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 - 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