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The solace for young Russians like me is that Putin is also digging his own grave in Ukraine

When sanctions bite and hard times hit the country, people will lose their fear. Then Putin will be finished, says Sergey Faldin, a writer and podcaster based in Tbilisi, Georgia

The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2022

Editorial: The world stands with Ukraine

Not since 9/11 has an unprovoked hostility been so clearly defined as good versus evil. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has, if nothing else, sidestepped the usual vagaries of who started what or who is the victim and who is the aggressor. On the one side is Ukraine, a sovereign…

Tribune News Service · Mar 1, 2022

Michael Hiltzik: How Western sanctions may demolish Putin's 'Fortress Russia'

For years, Vladimir Putin worked assiduously to strengthen what was known as "Fortress Russia," reducing its government debt and building up its reserves of gold and foreign currency as a bulwark against political and economic challenges.

Los Angeles Times · Mar 1, 2022

Everton linked Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov has assets frozen by European Union

Alisher Usmanov, a Russian billionaire who has commercial ties with Everton, was seen the EU freeze his assets and place him on a travel ban as Russia's invasion on Ukraine continues

Daily Mirror · Mar 1, 2022

Russia Slow to Win Ukraine’s Airspace, Limiting War Gains

In war, winning quick control of airspace is crucial.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 1, 2022

Ukraine citizens wrestle with difficult decision to stay or leave as Russia invades

Yana Koshelyeva lived in Australia for years before returning to her country of birth, Ukraine. Now she's sheltering in Kharkiv, refusing to leave her family or beloved pets.

ABC News · Mar 1, 2022

Ukraine says Russia shelling cities to kill civilians, cause mass panic

An adviser to Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday Russia was deliberately shelling cities, including residential areas and civilian infrastructure, to spread panic among Ukrainians.

Reuters · Mar 1, 2022

UK firms rush to dump Russian assets amid efforts to isolate Moscow

British Gas owner Centrica cuts ties as Legal & General, Abrdn and Nest all try to sell stocks

The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events from day six

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its sixth day, we take a look at the major developments.

Al Jazeera · Mar 1, 2022

Russian F1 driver Nikita Mazepin could be banned after emergency meeting called

A meeting is to be held on Tuesday to discuss the crisis in Ukraine

The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2022