Panic on the streets of Kiev as Europe prepares for Ukranian refugees Ukrainians speak of ‘tears of desperation’ after Russia invades and many flee their homes Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2022
Russia-Ukraine timeline: Ukraine’s turbulent history since independence in 1991 Russian forces fired missiles at several Ukrainian cities and landed troops on its south coast on Thursday after Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised what he called a “special military operation” in eastern Ukraine. Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2022
Ukraine's turbulent history since independence in 1991 Russian forces fired missiles at several Ukrainian cities and landed troops on its south coast on Thursday, right after Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised what he called a special military operation in eastern Ukraine. Reuters · Feb 24, 2022
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now Russian forces seized Europe's biggest nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine in heavy fighting but a huge blaze on the site was put out. Russian forces also bombarded Ukraine's capital Kyiv and surrounded several other cities. Reuters · Feb 24, 2022
Western leaders decry Vladimir Putin as Russia launches attacks on Ukraine After reports of explosions near Kyiv, Joe Biden accuses Putin of choosing a ‘war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 24, 2022
Russia launches full-scale invasion of Ukraine as missiles and explosions heard in major cities after Vladimir Putin statement Vladimir Putin, in a statement on Russian TV, said that allies of Ukraine who try to interfere with his attack will 'face consequences greater than any you have faced in history' Irish Mirror · Feb 24, 2022
Is Putin’s Ukraine invasion about fossil fuels? The continent has grown over-reliant on Russian gas – but Putin knows he is vulnerable to Europe cleaning up its energy sector The Guardian - UK · Feb 24, 2022
World reacts to Russia’s attack on Ukraine President Putin has given approval to a ‘special military operation’ in the Donbas region. Al Jazeera · Feb 24, 2022
EU says it will hold the Kremlin accountable for attack on Ukraine The European Union will hold Moscow accountable for the "unjustified" attack on Ukraine, the chief of the bloc's Executive Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said on Thursday. Reuters · Feb 24, 2022
Ukraine: EU sanctions Russia defence minister, military chief Details of sanctions designed to ‘hurt a lot’ also target military chiefs, Kremlin chief of staff, and top editor at RT. Al Jazeera · Feb 24, 2022
EU imposes sanctions on Russian ministers of defense, economy The European Union said on Wednesday it had imposed sanctions on a number of senior Russian officials, including Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu and Economy Minister Maxim Reshetnikov, after Moscow recognized the independence of two separatist enclaves in Ukraine. Reuters · Feb 24, 2022
Latest Russia-Ukraine updates: Tens of thousands flee their homes Ukraine invasion news from February 24: UN says several thousand Ukrainians crossing into neighbouring countries. Al Jazeera · Feb 23, 2022
Portadown unionist rally told UK's tough talk on Ukraine not matched by action on NI Protocol The meeting is the latest in a series of events organised by unionists as part of their campaign of opposition to the Protocol Belfast Live · Feb 23, 2022
'Sanctions imposed on Russia by UK are far weaker than those taken by EU and US' The Intelligence and Security Committee set out how Russian money had pervaded politics, business and the highest levels of society. This included buying influence by donating to political parties and charitable groups. Daily Mirror · Feb 23, 2022
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 UK ‘tough talk’ on Ukraine not matched with action on NI Protocol, rally hears The meeting in Portadown is the latest in a series of events organised by unionists as part of their campaign of opposition to the protocol.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2022 From ‘Putin’s chef’ to the RT editor: names expected to appear on EU sanctions list The identity of those targeted has not been officially confirmed, but here are five of the most prominent figures
ABC News · Feb 23, 2022 Ukraine's President warns of 'new iron curtain' as Russia takes Chernobyl site — As it happened Ukraine's President warns Europe that Russia will not stop with an invasion of his country.
Reuters · Feb 23, 2022 EU ready to impose export controls if Russia enters more Ukrainian territory -Dombrovskis The European Union will be ready to launch a second package of sanctions against Russia, including export controls, if Russian troops move beyond the Ukrainian regions held by Russian-backed separatists, European Commission Executive Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis told Reuters on Wednesday.
Reuters · Feb 23, 2022 Swiss refrain from immediate sanctions against Russia Switzerland has refrained from immediate sanctions on Russia following its breach of Ukraine's sovereignty, the government said on Wednesday.
Manchester Evening News · Feb 23, 2022 Three Brexit travel rules to be aware of if you're going on holiday in the EU What you need to know if you've got a holiday planned in the EU
Irish Mirror · Feb 23, 2022 Ukraine crisis: Irish Government must crack down on Russian money, Dail hears Labour leader Alan Kelly said the Dail must 'unanimously' condemn the Russian aggression of recent days, which has stoked fears of a full-scale war in Europe
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 EU sanctions hit Russian officials, companies, lawmakers European Union sanctions against Russia have taken effect
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2022 Europe could see out winter on gas reserves if Russian imports stop, says German analysis Economic institute says current levels of gas enough for six weeks if mild temperatures continue
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 When do I need to renew my passport for travel to Europe? Seeing headlines about passports expiring after Brexit? Here are the rules as stated by the European Union, not the UK government nor the airlines
Reuters · Feb 23, 2022 Czechs to propose EU tightens passport rules for Russians The Czech Republic will ask European Union partners to only allow entry into the border control-free Schengen area to Russians who hold biometric passports, Czech Interior Minister Vita Rakusan said on Wednesday.