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Ukraine-Russia latest news LIVE: Russians ‘bomb Mariupol mosque sheltering kids’ and forces close in on Kyiv

The “bulk” of Russian forces are approaching Kyiv - just 25km (15 miles) away, the UK’s Ministry of Defence has said

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2022

In Ukraine Ghost City, Florist Stays Open to 'Cheer People Up'

Most business owners have shut up shop and fled Ukraine's Mikolaiv, but florist Angela Kalisnik continues to sell tulips and roses just a short drive away from the frontline. "We didn't know the war was coming," says the 25-year-old. "Flowers continue to bloom in our region and we don't want…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 12, 2022

EXPLAINER: What the EU is doing to help Ukraine refugees

Around 2.5 million people have fled Ukraine in the two weeks since Russia invaded

The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2022

Emmanuel Macron lashes UK for not doing enough for Ukraine’s refugees

French president criticises Boris Johnson’s visa policy

The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2022

Clouds over Merkel's Legacy as Russian Invasion Lays Flaws Bare

Up to the final hours before Russia began its invasion of Ukraine, former chancellor Angela Merkel had been touted as the person favored by Germans to try to talk President Vladimir Putin out of the conflict. But as Russian bombs fell on Ukrainian cities, a shadow has fallen on Merkel's…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 12, 2022

Mythic air ace 'Ghost of Kyiv' warns Russians 'I'm coming for your soul' in first image

Ukraine fighter pilot legend "Ghost of Kyiv", who is claimed to have shot down 10 Russian planes, is pictured as he gives a warning to the invaders: "I’m coming for your soul"

Daily Mirror · Mar 12, 2022

Bank of England expected to raise interest rates to 0.75pc as inflation soars

Russian invasion of Ukraine has intensified pressure on the Bank of England to raise rates as consumer price inflation increases

Wales Online · Mar 12, 2022

Did Russia stage false flag attacks to claim justification for invading Ukraine?

Kremlin has put out a variety of claims accusing Ukraine of carrying out bombings

Wales Online · Mar 12, 2022

Mason Mount and Reece James give Thomas Tuchel a glimpse into Chelsea future with a transfer ban

After Roman Abramovich was sanctioned by the UK government as part of its response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Chelsea cannot buy or sell players and or offer new contracts under their 'Russia Regulation' licence

Football London · Mar 12, 2022

Eastern Europe Embraces Ukraine Refugees as Workforce

Eastern European countries are embracing the millions of Ukrainians fleeing Russia's invasion as a potential workforce but analysts warn it be challenging to integrate them all. Some 2.5 million people have already fled Ukraine, according to the United Nations, which calls it Europe's fastest-growing refugee crisis since World War II.…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 12, 2022