Ukraine-Russia war – live: Investigations reveal how Putin most likely blew up Kakhovka dam Russia has denied destroying dam in Ukraine despite clear signs it was ordered by Moscow The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2023
Runners take on Green Park to raise funds for Ukrainian army equipment Ukrainian Inna Gordiienko will be among those completing a 5km route Evening Standard · Jun 17, 2023
Ukrainians leaving UK because they cannot get housing, volunteer made MBE says Alice Good, 55, from Northumberland, said she is ‘honoured and overwhelmed’ after being recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours. The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2023
Rescuers are braving snipers and racing time to ferry Ukrainians out of Russian-occupied flood zones Massive flooding from the destruction of a huge dam has devastated towns along the lower Dnieper River in Ukraine and forced many civilians to flee to rooftops, attics and higher ground The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2023
African delegation tells Putin 'war must' end, Russia says 'open to dialogue' A delegation of African leaders including South African President Cyril Ramaphosa met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg on Saturday as part of its mission to try to broker peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv. The meeting comes a day after the delegation met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr… France 24 · Jun 17, 2023
‘It’s 21st-century warfare’: on Ukraine’s counteroffensive frontline Despite gradual progress, drone operators remain resolute about their critical role in counterattack The Guardian - UK · Jun 17, 2023
Putin confirms nukes in Belarus, US slates Russian sabre-rattling Russian President Vladimir Putin says the West is doing everything to inflict strategic defeat on Moscow in Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 479 As the war enters its 479th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2023
News briefs Man accused of targeting Boise’s LGBTQ+ community pleads guilty to hate crimes Tribune News Service · Jun 17, 2023
King's Birthday Honours list in FULL from unsung heroes to TV stars and football legends King Charles's list ranges from a grieving mother who turned a tragedy into a charity honouring their legacy, a 106-year-old fundraising through exercise, and those aiding Ukrainian refugees Daily Mirror · Jun 16, 2023
France maintain perfect record with win over Gibraltar France maintained their 100 per cent record while Ukraine claimed a comeback win over North Macedonia. The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2023
Irish Under 21s peg back Ukraine to secure impressive draw Bosun Lawal was the hero for Ireland’s Under 21s last night as they stormed back from 2-1 down to get a credible draw against Ukraine Irish Mirror · Jun 16, 2023
Missiles greet African peace mission visit in Ukraine The leaders of South Africa, Senegal, Zambia, the Comoros and Egypt have met Ukrainian defence ministry representatives in the capital Kyiv. The New Daily · Jun 16, 2023
The Japan News/Yomiuri · Jun 16, 2023 Govt to send gunpowder to U.S. as U.S. sends shells to Ukraine Japan is poised to supply a raw material used to manufacture artillery shells to the United States, which is sending ammunition to Ukraine, according to Japanese government sources.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 16, 2023 What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis Ukraine’s counteroffensive advances but faces severe obstacles; Russian airstrikes target defence ‘logistics support’
The Guardian - AU · Jun 16, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine offensive moving towards Mariupol, minister says – as it happened Centre of fighting has moved as Ukrainian forces slowly push back Russians, says Hanna Maliar, a deputy defence minister
Al Jazeera · Jun 16, 2023 What did Putin say at Russia’s flagship economic forum? Russian president touted resilient economy despite sanctions, said Ukraine’s forces stood ‘no chance’ of winning war.
The Hindu · Jun 16, 2023 Ukraine war and the Indo-Pacific situation to figure in Modi-Biden talks The visit to the U.S. will be followed by Mr. Modi’s ‘State Visit’ to Egypt.
WEKU · Jun 16, 2023 An associate of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny is sentenced to prison for extremism Lilia Chanysheva was sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison in the latest in a series of lengthy prison terms handed down to Kremlin political opponents. Women are increasingly singled out for repression.
The Conversation · Jun 16, 2023 Ukraine war: how Putin's anti-LGBTQ+ agenda is an attempt to build support for the invasion Just a few months after a new version of Russia’s “gay propaganda” bill was signed into law in November 2022 by President Vladimir Putin, bookshops and libraries removed LGBTQ+ books from their shelves.
France 24 · Jun 16, 2023 Evacuation of Kyiv icons takes fight for Ukraine’s heritage to Louvre in Paris The Louvre in Paris is hosting some of Ukraine’s most treasured works of art that were secretly evacuated from Kyiv to shield them from the war. Their exhibition at the world’s best-known museum highlights the role played by culture and heritage as Ukraine resists Russian attempts to deny both its…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2023 Focus of war shifting south towards Mariupol, Ukrainian minister says Deputy defence minister tells Guardian that Ukrainian forces are making progress, with far fewer deaths than Russia
Tribune News Service · Jun 16, 2023 F-16 planes are a message to Putin: NATO support isn’t waning The F-16s that NATO allies may send to Ukraine aren’t likely to arrive in time to help with Kyiv’s current offensive. The used planes won’t be enough to turn the tide in the air war against Russia, either. The alliance has a different message in mind.
TechRadar · Jun 16, 2023 A CS:GO pro player has died defending Ukraine Family, friends, and fans morn the loss of CS:GO pro player Ostap '0ni' Onistrat who has been killed fighting Russian forces.