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Russia opens artillery barrages in south and east Ukraine

Confusion reigns over fighting at Azovstal steelworks in Mariupol as war shifts to grinding artillery duel

The Guardian - UK

Suspicious deaths of six Russian oligarchs look like Kremlin murders, experts say

Experts believe the murder-suicides of six prominent Russian businessmen are the work of Vladimir Putin and the Kremlin as they try to send a message to oligarchs and civilians

Daily Mirror

Fresh attempt to free hundreds of civilians trapped in steelworks amid heavy fighting in Mariupol ‘hellscape’

The city has become ‘the heart’ of the war, a Ukrainian official says

The Independent UK

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EU leaders announce sixth package of sanctions targeting Russia as oil imports to be phased out entirely

“This sends another important signal to all perpetrators of the Kremlin's war: We know who you are, and you will be held accountable"

Irish Mirror

Russia denies troops storming Azovstal, says Putin order still stands

The Kremlin denied that Russian troops were storming the Azovstal steel plant in Ukraine's southern port city of Mariupol, where Ukrainian fighters and civilians are trapped, and said humanitarian corridors were operating there on Thursday.

Reuters

EU countries are ‘almost there’ in agreeing to bloc’s proposed new package of sanctions against Russia – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

Kremlin says intelligence provided to Ukraine won't hinder Russia

The Kremlin said on Thursday it was well aware that the United States, Britain and other NATO countries were constantly feeding intelligence to the Ukrainian military and that this would not stop Russia from achieving its objectives.

Reuters

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First Thing: Joe Biden says ‘Maga crowd’ could target LGBTQ+ children next

President warns of new Republican party attacks on rights after supreme court abortion leak. Plus, Amber Heard takes witness stand against Johnny Depp

The Guardian - UK

Russian missile blitz kills 20 and turns Ukraine region into raging fireball

Russia is claimed to be intensifying its attacks on Ukraine, targeting key transport hubs in the country sending urgent supplies from Nato allies around the war-torn nation

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin tests Russian nuclear-capable missiles in major threat to West

Russian troops practised the simulated "electronic launches" of nuclear-capable Iskander mobile ballistic missile systems in the western enclave of Kaliningrad, in the Baltic Sea between Poland and Lithuania, the defence ministry said in a statement

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin 'plans to hand over power as cancer rumours grow' after Russia nuclear Ireland threat

Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent public appearances - as his troops continue his barbaric invasion of Ukraine - show him looking shaky and puffy-faced

Irish Mirror

Putin 'bracing for coup' as army officials and FSB 'look to oust Russian leader'

Rumours are swirling in the Kremlin that several former generals and KGB officials want to oust the Russian President and bring an end to the war.

Daily Record

Why Victory Day in Russia Is Different This Year

The invasion of Ukraine means that fewer Russian tanks and other military hardware will rumble through Moscow’s Red Square on Monday, when the country marks its victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. The patriotic fervor associated with the sacred holiday, however, could be as strong as ever. This…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 71

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 71st day, we take a look at the main developments.

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Mariupol Steel Mill Battle Rages as Ukraine Repels Attacks

Heavy fighting raged Thursday at the shattered steel plant in Mariupol as Russian forces sought to finish off the city’s last-ditch defenders and complete the capture of the strategically vital Ukrainian port. The bloody battle came amid growing suspicions that President Vladimir Putin wants to present the Russian people with…

The Independent UK

EXPLAINER: Why Victory Day in Russia is different this year

The invasion of Ukraine means fewer Russian tanks and other military hardware will rumble through Red Square on Monday, when the country marks its victory in World War II

The Independent UK

How likely is it that Russia will launch a nuclear attack?

Vladimir Putin has placed the Kremlin’s strategic nuclear weapons forces on ‘high alert’, prompting fears over what could happen next

The Independent UK

Russian strikes try to disrupt delivery of Western weapons

Russia moved to obstruct the flow of Western weapons to Ukraine by bombarding rail stations and other supply-line targets across the country

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Daily Mirror

Putin 'plans to hand over power as cancer rumours and signs of ill health grow'

Telegram channel General SVR - allegedly run by an ex-intel officer - claims Vladimir Putin is prepared to hand over power to an aide amid surgery rumours

Wales Online

Vladimir Putin facing possible coup as senior generals 'look to push out Kremlin boss'

Kremlin boss under scrutiny as many aides are reported to consider the invasion a mistake and economic disaster for Russia

The Independent UK

Dirty money from Russia and Europe flooding Dubai real estate, researchers say

Oligarchs, mobsters and embezzlers among owners of billions’ worth of real estate in the glittery city-state

The Guardian - UK

UK lawyers still able to work for Russian clients despite new services sanctions

Sanctions on accountancy, consultancy and PR advice will not come into force for several weeks

Reuters

EU targets Russian Patriarch Kirill in new round of proposed sanctions - diplomat

The European Commission has proposed freezing the assets of Patriarch Kirill, head of the Russian Orthodox Church, a diplomat said on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Putin cancer rumours grow amid signs of ill health, as ‘insider’ report suggests he could hand over power

Amid rumours that Putin is planning to take a temporary leave of command due to ill health, experts are anticipating a big announcement on Russia’s 9 May ‘Victory Day’

Los Angeles Times

EU weighs ban on Russian oil as missiles hit west and east Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine — In its biggest step yet to wean itself off Russian fossil fuels, the European Union proposed a plan Wednesday to phase in an embargo on Russian oil to sever a major source of revenue for the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine.

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