The Latest Breaking News from Russia

War crimes investigation begins in Ukraine after UK pushed for action on Putin

Boris Johnson accused the Russian president of committing war crimes with his bombardments on Ukrainian cities.

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

People of colour struggle to escape Russian invasion of Ukraine

Ukraine rejects claims of discrimination by border guards and says it operates on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

Al Jazeera · Mar 2, 2022

Pressure on Boris Johnson to tighten net on Russian oligarchs’ ‘dirty money’

Officials aware of money being shifted out of UK to beat crackdown

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

VIDEO: Captured Russian Tells Ukrainian Police His Choice Was War Or Jail

The Russian soldier told Ukrainian police he did not expect such resistance.

Zenger · Mar 2, 2022

Russians start feeling the heat of Ukraine war sanctions

Ordinary Russians are feeling the painful effects of the West imposing sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, including payment systems that won’t operate, problems in being able to withdraw cash and difficulty in purchasing certain items

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

Russia claims control of Kherson, the first major Ukrainian city to fall, as Zelenksyy calls for resistance to continue

The strategically important port city of Kherson in Ukraine's south reportedly becomes the first major city in the country to be taken over by Russian forces.

ABC News · Mar 2, 2022

World Bank halts all programs in Russia, Belarus

The World Bank said on Wednesday it had stopped all programs in Russia and Belarus with immediate effect, following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and "hostilities against the people of Ukraine."

Reuters · Mar 2, 2022

Russian Billionaire Roman Abramovich To Sell Chelsea FC: What It Means, Who Could Buy It And 3 Stocks To Watch

English Premier League powerhouse Chelsea FC is on the sale block as the result of pressure on team owner Roman Abramovich.

Benzinga · Mar 2, 2022

Ukraine-Russia war: Explosion rocks Kyiv near train station where thousands are being evacuated

No details on casualties but blast may have cut off central heating in parts of Ukraine’s capital

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

Chess world in crisis over Russia invasion as Ukraine captain poses with shotgun

The entire sporting world has been affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with chess perhaps a surprise source of drama between players and officials.

Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022