U.S. Soccer Won’t Compete Against Russia Amid Invasion of Ukraine U.S. Soccer said Monday it ‘stands with the people of Ukraine’ amid its war with Russia. Sports Illustrated · Feb 28, 2022
UK ports should refuse access to Russian boats, says Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has told all UK ports to refuse access to any vessel linked to Russia. The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022
Ukrainian protesters in Dublin turn focus to Chinese Embassy A small crowd of Ukrainians gathered outside the Chinese Embassy in Dublin, calling on the global superpower to wield its influence against Russia. The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022
Ex BBC Strictly Come Dancing star apologises after backlash over Russia-Ukraine tweets The Russian-born dancer faced a backlash after posting a series of now-deleted tweets Liverpool Echo · Feb 28, 2022
Calls for wider sanctions, seizure of Russian oligarchs' NYC luxury real estate NEW YORK — Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine once again called for expanded sanctions against Russia to allow the seizure of oligarchs’ pricey real estate holdings in New York. Tribune News Service · Feb 28, 2022
How The Collapse Of The Russian Ruble Could Impact Your Portfolio The Russian ruble was trading as low as 119 per U.S. dollar on Monday morning, down from 84 per dollar on Sunday, a decline of nearly 30%. The precipitous fall of Russia's currency comes in response to international backlash and sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine last week. Benzinga · Feb 28, 2022
Thoughts on the War in Ukraine: The turning of the tide? The "sanctions" appear to be working, and we could be witnessing a very significant moment for this war, and for the history of warfare Reason · Feb 28, 2022
Smirnoff vodka is not Russian and neither are Absolut or Grey Goose Which vodkas come from Russia and which do not? Some of the biggest names are not made in Russia Wales Online · Feb 28, 2022
Russia complains to U.S. about protests near its diplomatic facilities Russia complained on Monday to the U.S. ambassador to Moscow over what it described as "hostile" protests near its diplomatic facilities in the United States and told Washington to ensure the safety of its staff, Russia's foreign ministry said. Reuters · Feb 28, 2022
Russia, Ukraine complete peace talks for now, will hold second round Officials from Russia and Ukraine ended peace talks on Monday and will return to their respective capitals for further consultations before a second round of negotiations, RIA news agency quoted Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak as saying. Reuters · Feb 28, 2022
Oleksandr Usyk joins Ukraine fight against Russia ahead of Anthony Joshua decisions Oleksandr Usyk has returned to Ukraine and has joined the fight against the invading Russia as fans await news on his rematch with Anthony Joshua. Manchester Evening News · Feb 28, 2022
Liz Truss reveals new sanctions aimed at hitting all Russian banks to ‘cut off’ Putin from global economy Foreign secretary wants ‘complete degradation’ of Russian economy The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022
Young Ukrainian who fled Kyiv returns to join the war When Russia invaded Ukraine last week, Max Karmazin said he and his friends fled Kyiv to the relative safety of the west of the country. Reuters · Feb 28, 2022
Petrol prices near me: Where is the cheapest fuel where I live? The average price of both petrol and diesel hit 'worrying' new record highs on Sunday Wales Online · Feb 28, 2022
Reuters · Feb 28, 2022 U.S. sees "no reason to change" nuclear alert levels at this time -White House The United States sees "no reason to change" its nuclear alert levels at this time, the White House said on Monday after Russian President Vladimir Putin put Russia's nuclear deterrent on high alert amid a barrage of Western reprisals over Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2022 ‘Horrendous’ rocket attack kills civilians in Kharkiv as Moscow ‘adapts its tactics’ Footage shows dozens of Grad missiles raining down on centre of Ukraine’s second biggest city
Tribune News Service · Feb 28, 2022 Dee Snider dissects twisted logic of anti-maskers vs. sovereignty defenders in Ukraine for use of ‘We’re Not Gonna Take It’ Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider is busy untangling the logic employed by people who don’t understand why the rock band’s iconic hit “We’re Not Gonna Take It” would be sanctioned for use by the Ukrainian resistance as they fight off Russian aggression and not for use by anti-maskers.
The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022 Ukraine war: Putin accused of using ‘cluster bombs’ that killed child and two adults hiding in pre-school The Russian military has been accused of using cluster bombs in an attack that killed a child and two adults hiding in a pre-school in northeastern Ukraine.
Irish Mirror · Feb 28, 2022 Taoiseach Micheal Martin says he is a 'realist' when asked if Russian spies are in Ireland Mr Martin also ruled out Ireland acting alone and expelling the Russian ambassador to Ireland, Yuriy Filatov
Reuters · Feb 28, 2022 Italy pledges arms for Ukraine, help for refugees The Italian government said on Monday it would provide Ukraine with weapons and offered help to its refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.
The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022 Russia bans all residents from transferring money abroad in response to Western sanctions The Russian rouble has plunged sharply
The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2022 Chernobyl: The Lost Tapes – stunning TV that is suddenly unmissable Filmmaker James Jones had no idea when he started it two years ago that a terrible synchronicity would make his blistering documentary about the nuclear accident in northern Ukraine a must-watch
AAP · Feb 28, 2022 Australia to provide $105m in Ukraine aid Australia will provide lethal military aid to Ukraine including missiles and ammunition as part of a new $105 million package of support.
Daily Mirror · Feb 28, 2022 Ukraine in formal request to join the EU after Vladimir Putin's Russia invades Volodymyr Zelensky has called for Ukraine's immediate accession into the EU under a new simplified procedure, saying "I'm sure it's possible" as his country continues battling invading Russian troops
Reuters · Feb 28, 2022 Russia expected to try and encircle Kyiv in coming days- U.S. official The United States expects Russian forces to try to encircle Kyiv in the coming days and could become more aggressive out of frustration with their slow advance on the Ukrainian capital, a senior U.S. defense official said on Monday.