Russia recruits prisoners for Ukraine war as Putin replicates Wagner Penal squads ‘just meat,’ Storm-Z soldier says The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
German prosecutors handed evidence of Russian war crimes in Ukraine Complainants hope to use principle of universal jurisdiction in three separate cases The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: US announces extra funding for Ukraine; Russia criticises Kyiv-backed peace talks – as it happened Antony Blinken, US secretary of state, announces additional security assistance ; Moscow says talks in Malta without its presence will be ‘counterproductive’ The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023
Putin presides over rehearsals of ‘massive’ Russian nuclear strike Russia launches intercontinental ballistic missile hours after withdrawing from nuclear test ban treaty The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
Eurovision brought £54 million boost to Liverpool, research shows The city was chosen to host the competition in May 2023 after last year’s winner Ukraine was unable to hold it due to the Russian invasion. The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
Ukraine-Russia war - live: Putin’s troops forced to regroup as they suffer heavy losses in east, says Kyiv The Russian Army has suffered over 400 casualties a day in a drive to take the city of Avdiivka, Kyiv said The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
Business owners in a Ukrainian front-line city adapt even as 'a missile can come at any moment' Russia's deadly attack on a beloved pizzeria in eastern Ukraine in June was painful for residents The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2023
All 27 EU leaders call for ‘humanitarian corridors and pauses’ in Gaza Official declaration to be issued, which also seeks a peace conference on a two-state solution The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2023
Russia practises ‘massive’ retaliatory nuclear strike The drill took place hours after parliament’s upper house voted to revoke the country’s ratification of the CTBT. Al Jazeera · Oct 26, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 610 As the war enters its 610th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Oct 26, 2023
Australia bans screwdrivers, nuclear reactors to Russia A tranche of export bans to Russia of machinery equipment has been put in place by Australia as the Kremlin continues its war against Ukraine. AAP · Oct 26, 2023
Zoo Fights To Bring Abandoned Lioness And Cubs To UK After War-Torn Ordeal Yorkshire Wildlife Park works urgently to give traumatized lioness and her cubs a new life Zenger · Oct 25, 2023
Record 114 million people displaced globally, says UN As wars rage from Ukraine to Gaza, the number of displaced people is at a record high, the UN estimates. Al Jazeera · Oct 25, 2023
Study finds ‘deepfakes’ from Ukraine war undermining trust in conflict footage The study also found evidence of online conspiracy theories which incorporate deepfakes Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Oct 25, 2023 Ukraine ready to counterattack if Russia strikes energy plants, says Zelenskiy President says Ukraine will not only defend its infrastructure but will also respond, as it prepares for attacks this winter
Barchart · Oct 25, 2023 From Conflict to Profit: Which Industry Will Benefit the Most From the Israel-Hamas War? Rising interest rates, geopolitical turmoil, a hawkish Fed, and the highest uncertainty in years have investors scrambling for safety. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and a bifurcation of the world’s nuclear powers suggest that worldwide defense spending will rise, making the sector a haven for investors looking for…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 25, 2023 Slovakia’s new prime minister Robert Fico to attend EU summit Populist heads to Brussels days after becoming leader for fourth time with coalition government
The Guardian - UK · Oct 25, 2023 Former Tory chair takes six-figure job at firm part-owned by sanctioned Russians Brandon Lewis was given approval to take up advisory role at LetterOne which is 49% owned by oligarchs Mikhail Fridman and Petr Aven
WEKU · Oct 25, 2023 Ukrainian hackers and intel officers partner up in apparent hack of a top Russian bank The Ukrainian hacktivists wrote in a blog post — posted on their own site — that they would be sharing data obtained from the Russian bank hack with investigative journalists.
The Conversation · Oct 25, 2023 Russia's plan to relocate its Black Sea naval base from Crimea is priceless for Ukraine's morale With Russia on the offensive around Avdiivka in the east of Ukraine, most commentators’ attention is once again focused on the battlefield on land. But it’s also crucial to keep a close watch on what is happening in the Black Sea.
Al Jazeera · Oct 25, 2023 Russian defence minister visits Ukrainian front amid winter preparations Shoigou visited the ‘Vostok’ command post to be briefed on front-line developments and preparations for winter combat.
France 24 · Oct 25, 2023 Russian strikes pound Ukraine’s Kherson region, damaging power lines near nuclear plant At least one person was killed as Ukraine faced fresh Russian drone, artillery and missile strikes overnight and on Wednesday morning, officials said.
The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023 Russian drone debris downed power lines near a Ukraine nuclear plant. A new winter barrage is likely Officials say Russia fired 11 Shahed drones against Ukrainian targets, reaching deep into Ukraine where falling debris damaged power lines near a nuclear power plant in the west
The Conversation · Oct 25, 2023 Ukraine's IT army is a world first: here's why it is an important part of the war Ukraine’s recently formed “IT army” is playing a crucial role in the war with Russia, launching disruptive cyber-attacks and data thefts against the Russian government and other high-profile targets such as energy giant Gazprom.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 25, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war live: Russia claims it has rehearsed ability to deliver retaliatory nuclear strike Defence minister’s comments come after earlier announcement of plans to withdraw from global treaty banning nuclear weapons tests