Ukraine’s ambassador to UK sacked after Zelensky ‘sarcasm’ row A presidential order, signed by Mr Zelensky and published online on Friday, confirmed the dismissal of the Ukrainian diplomat. The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023
CIA Chief: The uprising in Russia shows 'signs of weakness' in Putin's rule The spy chief also told NPR's Mary Louise Kelly that discontent in Russia has created a "once-in-a-generation" opportunity to recruit Russians to spy on behalf of the U.S. WEKU · Jul 21, 2023
Ravaged by Russian troops, Bucha rises from the ashes At the start of Russia's invasion, advancing troops reached the outskirts of Ukraine's capital Kyiv. They devastated the suburb of Bucha, killing hundreds. Today, Bucha is coming back to life. WEKU · Jul 21, 2023
Russia aims missiles at Ukraine's farm storage after days of hitting port facilities Russian cruise missiles, flying low and hugging the terrain to dodge Ukrainian air defenses, have destroyed farm storage buildings in the Odesa region The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023
US confirms its cluster bombs are in use in Ukraine The White House has confirmed that Ukraine is using US-supplied cluster munitions against Russian forces. Evening Standard · Jul 21, 2023
Who is Yevgeny Prigozhin? The Wagner Group mercenary chief who rebelled against Putin - OLD Long a low-profile Russian businessman with a criminal record and a background in catering, the commander has become an increasingly vocal critic of the Kremlin’s defence ministers as the war in Ukraine has progressed The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2023
Guglielmo Vicario interview: ‘Tottenham is like nothing I’ve ever seen before, this is a dream’ Spurs’ new goalkeeper discusses his move, how Ukraine gives him perspective and his comic-book nickname Evening Standard · Jul 21, 2023
Russia defence ministry says navy carried out live fire 'exercise' in Black Sea Russia's navy carried out a live fire "exercise" in the northwest Black Sea, Moscow's defence ministry said Friday, two days after the Kremlin said it would consider ships travelling to Ukraine through the waterway carriers of military cargo, and therefore legitimate targets. Radio France Internationale · Jul 21, 2023
Russia detains prominent hardliner who accused Putin of weakness in Ukraine A prominent Russian hardliner who accused President Vladimir Putin of weakness and indecision in Ukraine was detained Friday on charges of extremism, a signal the Kremlin has toughened its approach with hawkish critics after last month's abortive rebellion by the Wagner mercenary company. Read our live blog to see how… France 24 · Jul 21, 2023
Zelenskiy condemns Donetsk attack in which he says two children died – as it happened Ukraine president accuses Russia of killing two children and hitting a school The Guardian - AU · Jul 21, 2023
Russia’s exit from grain deal puts focus on Asia’s food prices Analysts say food prices in Asia are likely to rise but the fallout will be limited for the time being. Al Jazeera · Jul 21, 2023
US says Ukraine’s use of cluster bombs against Russia ‘effective’ White House national security spokesman says controversial US-provided bombs used against Russian military positions. Al Jazeera · Jul 21, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 513 These are the main developments as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 513th day. Al Jazeera · Jul 21, 2023
Ukraine has begun deploying cluster bombs against Russian forces, says White House Controversial munitions are being used ‘quite effectively’, claims White House national security spokesman The Guardian - AU · Jul 20, 2023
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 Ukraine ambassador to UK grilled by Kyiv after criticising Zelensky in Amazon row ‘Very strong’ phone conversations held between Ukraine’s ambassador in London and Kyiv officials
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 Grassley releases full FBI memo with unverified claims about Hunter Biden's work in Ukraine Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley has released an unclassified document that Republicans claim is significant in their investigation of Hunter Biden
Al Jazeera · Jul 20, 2023 EU draws up plans for $22bn Ukraine weapons fund EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell says the funds will be spent over four years to help Ukraine fight Russia’s war.
WEKU · Jul 20, 2023 U.S. says Russia is laying the groundwork to attack civilian ships and blame Ukraine The National Security Council declassified information about what it called an attempted "false flag operation" by Russia as global food supply is threatened.
The Conversation · Jul 20, 2023 There are civilian casualties on both sides of the front lines in the war in Ukraine Western news sources regularly report on civilian deaths on the Ukrainian side of the front lines of the war in Ukraine. But what about civilian deaths on the Russian side?
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 US imposes new sanctions aimed at choking off Russia's access to battlefield supplies and revenue The U.S. has imposed sanctions on roughly 120 firms and people in an effort to choke off Moscow’s access to products, money and financial channels that support its continued invasion of Ukraine
The Conversation · Jul 20, 2023 African Union: climate action offers organisation unique chance for revival Much has been written about the decision by certain African countries to send out a peace mission to Ukraine in May. Reporters, however, failed at the time to pick up on one notable point: that the initiative was not taken within the framework of the African Union (AU). This is…
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 Russia steps up assault on Ukraine’s ports and threatens attack on ships It comes as Ukraine is said to have used cluster bombs sent by the US in battle for the first time
Evening Standard · Jul 20, 2023 Russia imposes travel restrictions on British diplomats over ‘hostile actions’ Russia is imposing restrictions on British diplomats, demanding they give five days’ notice before travelling further than 75 miles in a retaliation against "hostile actions".
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 Ryanair eyes Ukraine tourism after Russia’s war ends Low-cost airline’s chief announces a £2.3bn investment package
The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2023 UK donated 184,000 more artillery shells to Ukraine than planned, says Wallace The Defence Secretary was outlining the extent of Britain’s support for the Ukrainian war effort against Russia.