The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Russian foreign ministry mulls expulsion of U.S. diplomats

Russian foreign ministry said on Wednesday it could expel U.S. diplomats from Moscow in retaliation for the expulsion of a Russian diplomat from the United Nations Secretariat.

Reuters · Mar 2, 2022

Premier League plan show of solidarity with Ukraine over Russian invasion

Premier League clubs will pause for a moment of “reflection and solidarity” before the weekend’s games - in support of Ukraine’s fight against the invading Russian forces.

Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022

Russia more aggressive in targeting infrastructure in Kyiv- U.S. official

Russian forces appear to have become more aggressive in their targeting of infrastructure inside Kyiv which has seen an increase of missiles and artillery strikes, a senior U.S. official said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Mar 2, 2022

Israel tries to balance backing for Ukrainians and not offending Russia

Criticism of invasion has been muted and officials yet to condemn Moscow for attack on Holocaust memorial

The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022

U.S. could take further action against Russia -- Buttigieg

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said Wednesday the Biden administration could take further action against Russia after the administration announced it would bar Russian airlines from U.S. airspace.

Reuters · Mar 2, 2022

Taoiseach Micheal Martin rejects calls to expel Russian ambassador

'I would readily acknowledge that when that happens, there is a reciprocal response. And you end up with nobody on the ground in Moscow, where we do have Irish citizens'

Irish Mirror · Mar 2, 2022

Indians told to rush from war-hit Kharkiv

In call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi discusses safe evacuation of Indians; exit route from Sumy being worked out

The Hindu · Mar 2, 2022

Charles left moved by plight of Ukrainians in face of ‘aggression’ from Russia

Cathedral staff reported men from Ukraine have been seeking blessings before travelling back to their homeland to join the fighting.

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022

UN overwhelmingly votes to demand end to Ukraine invasion

Just four countries backed Russia

Wales Online · Mar 2, 2022

Premier League clubs to unite in show of solidarity for Ukraine with special armbands

Team captains will wear armbands in Ukrainian colours, with stadium big screens to display a “Football Stands Together” message in the wake of Russia's invasion

Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022