Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urges Western allies to step up pressure on Russia Ukrainian leader says Western hesitation in backing Kyiv is costing time and lives, could prolong fighting for years. Al Jazeera · Jan 16, 2024
Russia caught in embarrassing Photoshop fail trying to slur Volodymyr Zelensky Russian Foreign Ministry mocked over bungled Photoshop Evening Standard · Jan 16, 2024
‘Our music cannot be destroyed’: the duo reviving a macabre Ukrainian masterpiece Russia has fought a long war against Ukraine’s composers. Now Kyiv-born conductor Dalia Stasevska and US violinist Joshua Bell are resurrecting a war-scarred concerto – with an orchestra whose horn-player is missing in action The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2024
Zelensky Courts Davos As Worries Grow On Ukraine Support Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky courted the global elite at Davos on Tuesday with a mix of dire warnings and notes of hope, as fears grow over the future of Western support against Russia. International Business Times · Jan 16, 2024
Yuan Surpasses Dollar as Most Traded Currency in Moscow China's yuan has surpassed the US dollar as the most traded currency in Moscow, according to the Central Bank of Russia. This shift reflects the growing in... Top News · Jan 16, 2024
Zelenskiy tells Davos chiefs: ‘Strengthen our economy, we will strengthen your security’ Standing ovation greets Ukrainian president’s speech amid strong support from EU and business leaders The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2024
American hostage, Paul Whelan, missing for a week in Russian prison In this interview, Elizabeth Whelan, sister of American hostage Paul Whelan, shares her meeting with President Biden and discusses the urgent need to bring... Top News · Jan 16, 2024
Ukraine Drone Attack Injures Two Children in Voronezh This article discusses a recent drone attack in Ukraine that resulted in the injury of two children in Russia's Voronezh region. Top News · Jan 16, 2024
Ukraine Foreign Minister Contemplates Confrontation with Russia's Lavrov The Ukraine foreign minister's comment about 'punching' Russia's Lavrov sparks controversy amidst the ongoing crisis between the two nations. Top News · Jan 16, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy calls for western unity to stop Russia as von der Leyen says Kyiv must get ‘predictable’ funding – as it happened Ukraine president speaks at World Economic Forum in Davos; European Commission president says Europe ‘must empower Ukraine’s resistance’ The Guardian - AU · Jan 16, 2024
Finland must crack down on hate speech, says presidential hopeful Exclusive: Pekka Haavisto says being ‘united against all external threats’ is key to security amid tension with Russia The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2024
Morning Digest | PM Modi, Putin discuss India-Russia strategic partnership; Supreme Court to deliver verdict on Chandrababu Naidu’s plea today, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on January 16, 2024 The Hindu · Jan 16, 2024
New Zealand can learn from South Africa, The Gambia and others when it comes to international accountability In 2023 the world witnessed a sustained attack on the very foundations of the international legal order. The Conversation · Jan 16, 2024
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 692 Ukraine shoots down spy and command planes in major losses for Russia; Zelenskiy pushing peace formula at Davos The Guardian - AU · Jan 16, 2024
Al Jazeera · Jan 16, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 692 As the war enters its 692nd day, these are the main developments.
International Business Times UK · Jan 15, 2024 Ukraine Accuses Subway Of 'Financing The Murders Of Ukrainians' By Supporting Russia For almost two years, despite sanctions from the West, Subway has continued to operate more than 500 of its stores across Russia.
International Business Times · Jan 15, 2024 US Envoy Says Frozen Russian Assets Could Be 'Easy' Ukraine Funding The US special envoy for Ukraine's economic recovery said Monday that tapping frozen Russian assets would be an "easy" source of money for Kyiv, but the G7 must first agree collectively to do it.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2024 Ukraine shoots down two Russian aircraft in disastrous day for Kremlin It is unclear how Ukraine succeeded in shooting down the command planes flying above the Sea of Azov
Evening Standard · Jan 15, 2024 German armed forces 'preparing for Nato conflict with Russia', leaked documents claim Document obtained by German newspaper outlines scenario where Moscow could attack Nato territory next year
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024 Switzerland hosts President Zelenskyy and offers to host a peace summit for Ukraine Hosting a visit by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the Swiss president said her country has offered to organize a peace summit that aims to help bring an end to Ukraine’s war with Russia
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024 Ukraine says it has shot down £250m Russian spy plane in costly blow to Putin Ukraine appears to have shifted to targeting Kremlin aircraft having previously focused on Russian naval capabilities in the Black Sea
Evening Standard · Jan 15, 2024 Ukraine says it shot down two Russian planes including A-50 spy craft Downing of two Russian planes said to be significant blow to Kremlin's air capability
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024 Defence secretary warns of further wars with Russia, China and Iran in next five years Grant Shapps said the West had moved from a post-war to a pre-war world in his first major speech as defence secretary
Top News · Jan 15, 2024 Kremlin dismisses Ukraine talks at Davos without Russian presence The Kremlin dismisses the upcoming talks in Davos on Ukraine, stating that they will be ineffective since Russia is not participating.
Top News · Jan 15, 2024 Russia to Strengthen Ties with North Korea in Meeting Russia's announcement to strengthen ties with North Korea comes ahead of a meeting between the foreign ministers of the two countries.