The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Ukrainian author Victoria Amelina critically injured in Kramatorsk strike

Novelist confirmed to be among at least 60 injured in Russian attack on restaurant that killed 12

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023

Russian politician charged with war crimes over alleged deportation of orphans from Ukraine

Ukraine claims more than 19,000 children have been illegally deported over the course of the war

Evening Standard · Jun 30, 2023

Last Post played as mourners say a final goodbye to former solider Jay Thorn who died in Ukraine

Jay Thorn, who lived in Wark, Northumberland, died in a car crash in the war-torn country last month

Chronicle Live · Jun 30, 2023

Biden is considering sending controversial cluster munitions to help Ukraine

Over 100 countries have signed a treaty banning the use of dual-purpose improved conventional munitions (DPICMs)

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2023

Emotional footage shows animal charity working to help pets left behind in Ukraine war

So far, Blue Cross animal charity has helped to reunite 1,000 pets with their owners at the Ukrainian border, as well as caring for shelter animals

Daily Mirror · Jun 30, 2023

Russia reducing its presence at nuclear plant, says Ukraine

Staff at Zaporizhzhia told to relocate, says Ukrainian intelligence, as Moscow accused of explosion plot

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023

Home energy bills likely to remain high, says British Gas owner

Centrica CEO warns against complacency as gas prices remain more than double level seen before Ukraine invasion

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023

What is a Storm Shadow cruise missile?

The missile carries a range exceeding 155 miles and is designed to evade detection despite flying low after being launched

The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2023

Wimbledon bans its merchandise from being sold in Russia and Belarus

The All England Club has confirmed it will not ship products to the two countries because of Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine

The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 492 of the invasion

Ukraine continues to claim its counteroffensive is making progress in ‘all directions’; Russia is reported to be pulling staff out of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant

The Guardian - AU · Jun 30, 2023