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It's just a 'panic attack' – Russian media blames US for escalating Ukraine crisis

As Western news outlets warn of a “countdown to war,” Kremlin-controlled Russian television has a different take, accusing the U.S. of “hysteria” in its insistence that President Vladimir Putin is about to invade Ukraine.

The Conversation

Russia's recent invasions of Ukraine and Georgia offer clues to what Putin might be thinking now

Given that Russia has amassed 100,000 troops along its nearly 1,200-mile border with Ukraine, a look at two recent invasions by Russia against neighboring territories offers insight to what a possible new invasion would entail if diplomacy is unable to ease the growing tensions.

The Conversation

Diplomacy, prayers: Things to know about the Ukraine crisis

Russia has placed more than 100,000 troops near Ukraine’s border and ratcheted up war games in the region

The Independent UK

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Focused Russian attack on Ukraine seen as more likely than full-scale invasion

Officials and experts say several elements missing for full-scale invasion despite recent troop movements

The Guardian - UK

Energy costs of 80,000 Dublin homes set to plummet with Poolbeg heating plan, says Eamon Ryan

But there are fears costs could increase as further tensions build on the Russia/Ukraine border

Dublin Live

US holds firm on Ukraine’s right to join Nato in its response to Russian demands

US officials also offer negotiate on European security with Moscow but won’t move on most contentious issue

The Guardian - UK

What happens in Ireland if nuclear war starts on mainland Europe

As the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalates, we look at how the Irish Government would respond to fallout from nuclear explosions in the EU

Irish Mirror

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Russia puts brother of jailed Putin critic Navalny on wanted list

Authorities want Oleg Navalny’s suspended sentence to be converted into jail time

The Independent UK

4 things to know about the proposed sanctions against Russia

The US and UK have doubled down on their threats to include personal measures targeting Putin if Russia attacks Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Britain Hints at Putin Sanctions, Drawing Warning from Kremlin

Britain said on Wednesday it was not ruling out personal sanctions against President Vladimir Putin if Russia invades Ukraine, drawing a warning from the Kremlin that such a move would be destructive. US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday he would consider personal sanctions on Putin if Russia invades Ukraine,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

On day of prayer for Ukraine, pope recalls country's historical suffering

Pope Francis on Wednesday led a day of prayer for peace in Ukraine, calling for dialogue to prevail over partisan interests to resolve the West's standoff with Russia.

Reuters

Dark website lists Russian spies, priests and more deemed 'threats to Ukraine'

As tensions reach a boiling point amid the potential invasion from Russia, names continue to be added to an Orwellian database called 'Myrotvorets' accused of being threats to Ukraine

Daily Mirror

Explainer-Why is Russia's Putin drawing "red lines" over Ukraine?

Ukraine has become the main flashpoint in Moscow's relations with the West, with Russian troops massed near its border and NATO's forces on standby in case Russia attacks its neighbour.

Reuters

Russia threatens retaliation if Ukraine demands not met

Russia has warned it would quickly take “retaliatory measures” if the U.S. and its allies reject its security demands and continues their “aggressive” policies

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Roll Call

As Congress contemplates, White House issues sanctions threat to Russia - Roll Call

Foreign Relations chairman sees 'no lack of resolve' among senators to pass sanctions bill against Russian officials

Reuters

U.S. urges de-escalation over Ukraine, offers Russia diplomatic path

The United States said on Wednesday it had set out a diplomatic path to address sweeping Russian demands in eastern Europe, as Moscow held security talks with Western countries and intensified its military build-up near Ukraine with new drills.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia map: Where could invasion take place and what is the situation along the border?

Vladimir Putin facing international calls to stand down troops as fears persist that he intends to invade western neighbour state

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Biden threatens Putin with personal sanctions over Ukraine

US makes preparations to avoid European gas crisis if flow from Russia is cut, while talks aimed at defusing tensions continue. Plus, 224 new species found

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The Independent UK

UK not ruling out support for sanctioning Putin if Russia invades Ukraine

Foreign Secretary Liz Truss says the UK and its allies need to show they are united to help deter a Russian incursion.

Tribune News Service

Editorial: Bolstering NATO is the prudent move

Russia has created a crisis by deploying more than 100,000 troops on Ukraine's eastern, northern and southern borders.

The Independent UK

Russia does not have enough troops on border for ‘large-scale offensive’, claims Ukraine

The Kremlin says any move to sanction the Russian leader would prove politically destructive

Salon

Dems attacked on Ukraine military aid

This is "how the space for nonmilitary options gets slowly closed off," congressional aide tells The Intercept

Daily Mirror

Russia's terrifying 'war toys' - including robot tanks and flying Kalashnikovs

Tensions continue to mount with fears Russia is poised to invade Ukraine, but Vladimir Putin's war arsenal may look a lot different to the past, with an emphasis on self-firing weapons and robot tanks

Al Jazeera

Latest Ukraine updates: US formally responds to Russia’s demands

Russia-Ukraine tensions news from January 26: Biden administration rejects Russian demand to halt NATO’s expansion.

Al Jazeera

Twitter receives record number of gov’t requests to remove posts

Ninety-five percent of demands in January-June 2021 came from five countries – Japan, Russia, Turkey, India and S Korea.

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