Russia-Ukraine crisis LIVE: Britain to send military aid to Ukraine ‘in light of threatening behaviour’ from Putin It comes after Vladimir Putin announced Russian troops would enter eastern Ukraine Evening Standard · Feb 23, 2022
Oil Pulls Back on Fading Supply Worries Over Ukraine Crisis Oil prices took a breather on Wednesday after surging to seven-year highs the previous session as it became clear the first wave of US and European sanctions on Russia for sending troops into eastern Ukraine would not disrupt oil supplies. At the same time, the potential return of more Iranian… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022
'Thugs and bullies': Nations sanction Russia over Ukraine World leaders are backing up their condemnation of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine with action, announcing financial sanctions, banning trade with Ukrainian separatist regions and halting Russian bond distribution The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022
Russian cyber attacks could inadvertently hit Australia, warns government cyber agency Cyber agencies do not expect Russia to directly target Australia in retaliation for financial sanctions but many countries could become collateral damage in the escalating cyber conflict. ABC News · Feb 23, 2022
Print: Kishida announces sanctions against Russia over Ukraine crisis Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Wednesday announced economic sanctions against Russia, in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin's unilateral recognition of two separatist regions in eastern Ukraine that are controlled by pro-Russian militias. The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 23, 2022
Ukraine soldier dies and 6 others injured after heavy shelling by Moscow-backed rebels The Ukrainian military announced a soldier had died and six others were injured in a heavy shelling attack by pro-Russian separatists as Vladimir Putin called for the world to recognise Donetsk and Luhansk as independent Daily Mirror · Feb 23, 2022
Washington Targets Russian Debt in Sanctions Sweep The US government broadened restrictions on trading of Russian government debt on Tuesday in a bid to punish Moscow for ratcheting up its conflict with Ukraine, a move that analysts said might have a moderate impact near-term but could be a step toward harsher measures. The US Treasury said it… Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022
The Loop: Australia reveals sanctions for Russia, Dominic Perrottet grilled over Sydney rail shutdown, baby Levi born at 2:22pm on 22/2/22 Today's news headlines, real quick. ABC News · Feb 23, 2022
World news snapshot: Russian diplomatic staff to leave Ukraine to 'protect their lives', while two women in New Zealand are rescued from a submerged car Freezing temperatures are expected to hit San Francisco's Bay Area, with 'pea-sized' hail already affecting some places Wales Online · Feb 23, 2022
Boris Johnson to face calls for tougher action on Russia The Prime Minister is likely to come under fire in the Commons on Wednesday over the punishment doled out in response to Russian aggression. The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022
Opinion: How the Ukraine Crisis Will Affect the Yuan and Other Currencies Currencies with a high correlation with risk assets like stocks, as well as those of countries that do a lot of trade with Russia, will bear the brunt of escalation Caixin Global · Feb 23, 2022
Asian stocks rebound after Wall St falls on Ukraine tensions Asian stock markets have rebounded after Wall Street slid amid anxiety over President Vladimir Putin’s authorization to send Russian soldiers into eastern Ukraine The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022
Morrison announces sanctions against Russia and warns of possible cyber retaliation Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced sanctions against Russia, imposed in line with those of Australia’s major allies the United States and the United Kingdom. The Conversation · Feb 23, 2022
Harsh conditions mean Russian troops near Ukraine will need to be moved soon Analysis: advance forces’ battle readiness will quickly degrade, giving Putin only days to choose invasion or retreat The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2022
The Guardian - UK · Feb 23, 2022 Ukrainians ready for resistance: ‘The whole country will be fighting back’ Army less well equipped than Russia’s but can call upon half a million combat-experienced veterans
Bristol Post · Feb 23, 2022 Bristolians worried about conflict in Ukraine as crisis escalates 'I hope there isn't another war and that diplomacy will be enough'
ABC News · Feb 23, 2022 Ukrainians on front lines of conflict 'fed up', fearful and determined ahead of looming Russian invasion Civilians and soldiers on the ground react with a mixture of fear, resignation and determination to Russia ratcheting up the conflict in eastern Ukraine.
The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022 Liz Truss reveals potential further UK sanctions on Russia The Foreign Secretary said the Government was looking at sanctioning members of the Russian Duma and Federation Council.
The Times of India · Feb 23, 2022 R Praggnanandhaa finishes 11th in Airthings Masters, misses out on quarterfinals CHENNAI: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa defeated Russia's Vladislav Artemiev in the 15th and final round of the preliminary phase of the Airthings Masters, an online rapid chess tournament, but missed out on qualifying for the quarterfinals.
Daily Record · Feb 23, 2022 Russian sanctions are a puny response from the UK and Tories are reluctant to take action Record View on UK Government sanctions on Russia so far as tension heighten in Ukraine.
Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 23, 2022 Biden, Putin signal bigger confrontation ahead over Ukraine Russian lawmakers authorized President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside his country, and President Biden and European leaders responded by slapping sanctions on Russian oligarchs and banks.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 23, 2022 Australia imposes sanctions on Russia in response to Ukraine crisis Prime minister Scott Morrison says Australia ‘always stands up to bullies’ and there ‘must be consequences for Russia’s actions’
The Japan News/Yomiuri · Feb 23, 2022 Putin outrageously breaks with global order by recognizing breakaway regions in Ukraine This decision clearly violates the principles of the U.N. Charter that stipulates respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of each nation, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. Russia's outrageous act destabilizing the international order can never be tolerated.
Bangkok Post · Feb 23, 2022 West unveils sanctions, more if Russia launches full-scale Ukraine invasion WASHINGTON: Western nations and Japan have punished Russia with new sanctions for ordering troops into separatist regions of eastern Ukraine and threatened to go further if Moscow launched an all-out invasion of its neighbour.
Los Angeles Times · Feb 23, 2022 Will Russia’s Ukraine invasion push up oil prices, inflation? WASHINGTON — Whatever the consequences for Russia of the new sanctions that President Joe Biden announced Tuesday, the invasion of Ukraine and ensuing global standoff will further darken the outlook for the U.S. economy.