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Anne McElvoy: There is no version of an independent Ukraine that Vladimir Putin will tolerate

A note to ourselves about the Russia-Ukraine crisis. It is “about” us — in the sense that war waged between Russia and a large landmass whose name literally means “on the borderlands” of east and western Europe is inevitably an area of vital strategic interest.

Evening Standard · Feb 22, 2022

First Thing: UN condemns Russia as Putin orders troops over border

US ambassador to UN says Putin’s claims about ‘peacekeeping’ operation are ‘nonsense’. Plus: how AI is tackling the biodiversity crisis

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22, 2022

5 key questions that could determine the shape of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Putin's moves opened up additional questions about his intentions.

Axios · Feb 22, 2022

Petrol prices hit new record high with further rises to come amid Ukraine invasion

The price of filling up has spiked due to fuel shortages, with drivers paying more than ever to run their cars, while Brits are also seeing increases to energy prices and grocery bills

Daily Mirror · Feb 22, 2022

A Peek Into The Markets: US Stock Futures Down Amid Increasing Russia-Ukraine Tensions

Pre-open movers

Benzinga · Feb 22, 2022

Russia-Ukraine Crisis Roils Global Markets, Trump's Truth Social Is Here, Crypto-Market-Nuking Bug And More: 5 Key Headlines You May Have Missed From This Weekend

Heading into a new trading week after the Presidents’ Day holiday, here is a quick roundup of the top five stories from the corporate, economic and cryptocurrency sectors that investors would not want to miss out on from the weekend.

Benzinga · Feb 22, 2022

Ukraine may break off diplomatic ties with Russia, president says

Ukraine may break off diplomatic relations with Russia after Moscow's decision to recognise two regions of eastern Ukraine as independent, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said at a briefing on Tuesday.

Reuters · Feb 22, 2022

Turkey's Erdogan says Russia's recognition of Ukraine breakaway regions unacceptable

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said Russia's recognition of two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine was "unacceptable" and he called on all parties to respect international laws, broadcaster NTV and others reported on Tuesday.

Reuters · Feb 22, 2022

Oil prices surge and stock markets under pressure as crisis mounts in Ukraine

Brent crude surged to its highest level since 2014, reaching 99 US dollars a barrel at one stage due to fears over disruption to supplies.

The Independent UK · Feb 22, 2022

Wizz Air and Ryanair to continue Ukraine flights despite Russia threat

Many operators are now cancelling services to the country

Wales Online · Feb 22, 2022