Zelenskyy will discuss Russia-Ukraine war with British leader and NATO chief in London The U.K. government says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is due in London The Independent UK · Mar 17
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Starmer says ‘focus must remain’ on European conflict after meeting Zelensky Zelensky says he has sent anti-drone experts to help US and its allies in Gulf region The Independent UK · Mar 17
Ukraine war briefing: Russia agrees to stop recruiting Kenyans in fight against Kyiv No more Kenyans to be enlisted by Moscow; Starmer warns against fossil fuel ‘windfall for Putin’ during war on Iran. What we know on day 1,483 The Guardian - AU · Mar 17
Russia-Ukraine clashes: Explosions rock Kyiv in rare daytime attack as drone war intensifies Kyiv faced a rare daytime Russian assault Monday as air defenses intercepted projectiles, with debris falling in the city center. This escalation follows Moscow's claim of repelling a major Ukrainian drone attack over the weekend. Meanwhile, US peace efforts are reportedly stalled amid the widening Middle East conflict, highlighting the… The Times of India · Mar 16
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky arrives in UK as Starmer government vows ‘not to forget war in Europe’ John Healey said the world faces ‘two conflicts on two continents’ The Independent UK · Mar 16
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei 'Secretly Flown To Moscow' For A Life-Saving Surgery: Report Mojtaba Khamenei has reportedly been secretly flown to Moscow for leg surgery after a drone strike, claims a Kuwaiti paper, while Iranian officials insist the new Supreme Leader is in 'complete health' despite his ongoing absence from public view. International Business Times UK · Mar 15
Belgian PM De Wever: Europe must strike a deal with Russia to end Ukraine war Belgian PM Bart De Wever says Europe must negotiate with Russia to end the war in Ukraine and restore cheap energy access, as EU leaders remain divided on engaging Moscow. Euronews · Mar 15
Zelenskyy says Ukraine waiting on US and Russia to set next round of talks Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow The Independent UK · Mar 15
‘Negatives are photographic truths’: the collector who fled Russia with a haul of second world war images Ukrainian photographer Arthur Bondar has amassed a huge collection of pictures from often unknown photographers The Guardian - UK · Mar 14
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky blocks drone sales as he waits for Trump to resume peace talks with Putin Zelensky says Washington had proposed hosting a meeting but Moscow refused to send a delegation to take the talks forward The Independent UK · Mar 14
Inclusion of Russia in 2026 Venice Biennale art fair sparks outcry The inclusion of Russia in the line-up of the 2026 Venice Biennale art fair has sparked international outcry The Independent UK · Mar 13
Moscow businesses struggle as Russia restricts cellphone internet services Cellphone internet disruptions have gripped the Russian capital for more than a week, derailing the daily routine for millions of residents and inflicting massive losses to businesses The Independent UK · Mar 13
How Trump’s bid to cut oil prices will fill Russia’s war chest with billions ANALYSIS: Russia is set to earn up to two-thirds more a month from its oil and gas revenue than it did in February, experts say, potentially wiping out months of losses in a matter of weeks. Stuti Mishra reports The Independent UK · Mar 13
Russia’s crackdown on VPNs reaches new heights as internet restrictions intensify Moscow has been rocked by a week-long mobile internet outage as authorities announce new plans to restrict Telegram and VPNs. TechRadar · Mar 13
The Conversation · Mar 13 Russia’s relentless interference since start of Ukraine war has failed to break Moldova When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the prospects for Moldova did not look good. But four years have now passed and, despite a relentless Russian campaign to destabilise the country, Moldova has survived and made significant progress.
The Times of India · Mar 13 ‘Certainly does not help peace’: Zelenskyy says US easing of Russian oil sanctions could hand Moscow $10 billion for war Ukraine's President Zelenskyy criticized a US decision to temporarily ease sanctions on Russian oil, warning it could provide Moscow billions for the war and undermine peace efforts. French President Macron echoed concerns, stating Russia is mistaken if it believes the Middle East conflict offers respite. The US claims the waiver…
Evening Standard · Mar 13 UK calls for allies to keep pressure on Russia after US eases oil sanctions No 10 said the decision ultimately lay with the US but that Britain remained committed to bringing ‘maximum’ financial strain on Moscow.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 12 Unexplained Moscow internet blackouts spark fears of web censorship plan Kremlin appearing to ramp up control over online activity, as it tests new ‘whitelist’ system of website restrictions
The Independent UK · Mar 12 Russia convicts 19 people over Moscow concert hall attack that killed 149 All 19 defendants received lengthy prison terms over the deadly 2024 shooting at Crocus City Hall
Roll Call · Mar 12 Ukraine supporters oppose easing of Russia sanctions Numerous lawmakers, including some Republicans, are outraged about the Trump administration’s easing of sanctions on Russian oil exports, amid reports that Moscow is helping Iran target U.S. troops in the Middle East. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, looking to ease a supply crisis caused by the Iran war that has driven…
The Guardian - AU · Mar 11 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy accuses Hungary of ‘banditry’ over seized gold and cash Hungary PM Viktor Orbán orders cash and gold shipment be held for up to 60 days. Moscow and Kyiv both claim battlefield gains. What we know on day 1,477
The Times of India · Mar 10 UAE travel alert: Etihad Airways announces schedule for March 10-12, check destinations The Iran-US-Israel war has left thousands of passengers stranded across the UAE due to airspace shutdown, flight cancellations and mid-air diversions. While the UAE authorities have been commended for their aid to the tourists, providing hotel and food vouchers along with transportation, many have been vying to go home on…
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8 ‘My village has become deserted’: how Russia’s war is emptying its rural communities Residents of a remote village in Komi Republic say dozens have left to fight in Ukraine, leaving behind grieving families and labour shortages
The Guardian - UK · Mar 7 Trump shouldn’t ease Russia sanctions – they are choking its economy As the US waives its ban on India buying Putin’s oil for 30 days, Europe must bolster its own measures, such as stopping the flow of luxury cars
Euronews · Mar 7 Russia returns to the Venice Biennale amid fierce criticism Even if Moscow was never formally banned from the most important contemporary art competition after its large-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, this return - which coincides with a certain 'rehabilitation' of Russian athletes - is raising quite a few eyebrows.