Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 830 As the war enters its 830th day. these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Jun 4, 2024
British man among four hostages to die in Gaza captivity, Israeli military says British-Israeli Nadav Popplewell, 51, was captured with his mother from her home in Kibbutz Nirim on 7 October The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2024
US VP Harris To Attend Ukraine Summit As Biden Skips US Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Switzerland for a Ukraine peace summit, officials said Monday, with President Joe Biden opting instead to attend an election fundraiser featuring George Clooney. International Business Times · Jun 3, 2024
Russia's foreign minister again visits Africa, this time in Guinea, as some ties cool with the West Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has arrived in Guinea on his latest visit to West Africa The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2024
Three men accused of ‘psychological violence’ at Eiffel Tower The three men were questioned by an investigative judge The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2024
Turkey's defense minister says planned elections by Syrian Kurdish groups are 'unacceptable' Turkey's defense minister says plans by U.S.-backed Kurdish groups to hold local elections in northern Syria are “unacceptable" and a threat to Turkey's national security The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2024
Egypt’s el-Sisi reappoints PM Madbouly, orders him to form new cabinet President says new government must tackle local and international issues. Al Jazeera · Jun 3, 2024
As War Again Shakes Europe, Leaders Mark 80 Years Since D-Day Western leaders will this week mark on the beaches of northern France 80 years since Allied troops surged into Nazi occupied Europe in the World War II D-Day landings, haunted by the war again raging on the continent as Ukraine battles Russian invasion. International Business Times · Jun 3, 2024
Georgia Signs 'Foreign Influence' Bill Into Law Georgia signed controversial "foreign influence" legislation into law on Monday, prompting its pro-European opposition to vow far-reaching political reforms if they win October's elections. International Business Times · Jun 3, 2024
Georgia’s divisive ‘foreign agents’ bill signed into law The speaker of Georgia’s parliament said he gave the final endorsement on Monday to a divisive “foreign agents” bill that has prompted weeks of protests by critics who say it will restrict media freedom and jeopardize Georgia’s chances of joining the European Union. France 24 · Jun 3, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: Russia announces fresh sanctions against UK figures over ‘hostile’ actions – as it happened ‘Establishment figures’, journalists and experts banned from entering country over what it terms ‘provocative anti-Russian rhetoric’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 3, 2024
Wong defends sending NDIS minister to Ukraine talks NDIS minister and former opposition leader Bill Shorten will attend a Ukrainian peace summit on behalf of Australia, raising the eyebrows of the opposition. AAP · Jun 3, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 829 As the war enters its 829th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Jun 3, 2024
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv mourns prominent combat medic and journalist killed in action Hundreds attend funeral of Iryna Tsybukh, who was killed in action last week in Kharkiv. What we know on day 831 The Guardian - AU · Jun 3, 2024
Evening Standard · Jun 2, 2024 Charity supporting thousands of Ukrainian refugees suffering with PTSD and anxiety A charity is providing psychological support to thousands of Ukrainian refugees in the UK suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety.
International Business Times · Jun 2, 2024 ICJ Is Collateral Damage In Dysfunctional Global System: Experts Ignored by Russia and Israel, the International Court of Justice is hamstrung by a dysfunctional global system that sees countries comply with its rulings -- or not -- based on their own double standards, experts say.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2024 Kabul: Final Call by Laurie Bristow; The Afghans by Åsne Seierstad reviews – how the west abandoned Afghanistan… and what happened next An ex-UK envoy’s compelling account of the chaotic military withdrawal from the country is full of telling details, while Seierstad’s latest work drives home the cruel reality of women’s lives after the return of Taliban rule
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2024 Nearly 1,000 people honor a young Ukrainian journalist and volunteer combat medic killed in action Nearly 1,000 people have attended a ceremony honoring the memory of Ukrainian journalist Iryna Tsybukh, who was killed in action while serving as a volunteer combat medic
Al Jazeera · Jun 2, 2024 Iran’s ex-president Ahmadinejad, disqualified Larijani sign up for election Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and others see an opportunity but it remains unclear who will be qualified by the Guardian Council.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2024 Zelenskiy: Trump risks being ‘loser president’ if he imposes bad deal on Ukraine Exclusive: Ukrainian leader says bad peace deal in event of Trump victory would mean end of US as global ‘player’
Al Jazeera · Jun 2, 2024 Ukraine can now use Western arms to strike inside Russia — is it too late? The US and other nations have greenlit more weapons for use on Russian soil.
Metal Hammer · Jun 2, 2024 "They bombed a medical supplies warehouse. You could smell medicine in the air..." Sharon Den Adel went to Ukraine to film Within Temptation's latest video. This is what she found. Hiding from drones, hoping to hear the voice of Mark Hamill – Within Temptation's Sharon Den Adel experiences the war in Ukraine first-hand in this exclusive diary
Top News · Jun 2, 2024 Ukraine Implements Emergency Power Shutdowns After Russian Attacks Ukraine responds to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, leading to injuries and widespread power shutdowns. Russia escalates assaults, claiming terri...
The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2024 Energy shutdowns hit Ukraine after Russian attacks target infrastructure Ukraine has imposed emergency power shutdowns in most of the country a day after Russia unleashed large-scale attacks on energy infrastructure and claimed it made gains in the eastern Donetsk province
International Business Times · Jun 2, 2024 Israel Fights Hamas As Mediators Urge Both To Accept Gaza Truce Plan Israel battled and bombarded Hamas in the Gaza Strip on Sunday as mediators called on both sides to agree to a truce and hostage release deal outlined by US President Joe Biden.