Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 434 of the invasion At least three dead after strike on supermarket in Kherson; Russia claims Ukraine launched drone attack against Kremlin in Moscow The Guardian - AU · May 3, 2023
UN: 258 Million People Faced Acute Food Insecurity in 2022 More than a quarter-billion people in 58 countries faced acute food insecurity last year due to conflicts, climate change, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine, according to a report published Wednesday. The Global Report on Food Crises, an alliance of humanitarian organizations founded by the… Asharq Al-Awsat · May 3, 2023
Mykhailo Mudryk: Arsenal fan arrested after laser pen incident during Chelsea clash Ukraine forward targeted during game at Emirates Stadium Evening Standard · May 3, 2023
Russia scales back Victory Day celebrations amid fears of threat from Ukraine Some celebratory events have been cancelled over fears they could be targeted by pro-Ukrainian saboteurs Evening Standard · May 3, 2023
A hard reign: inside the 5 May Guardian Weekly The awkward inheritance of Charles III. Plus: Ukraine readies for the counter-offensive The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2023
The Rooster House by Victoria Belim review – secrets and lies in Ukraine A woman’s quest to uncover her family’s difficult past reveals broader truths about the present conflict The Guardian - UK · May 3, 2023
Russian foreign ministry says May 5 grain deal talks not yet confirmed -Russian media Russia's Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday that proposed talks between Russia, Ukraine and Turkey on the Black Sea grain deal on May 5 have not yet been agreed, Russian media reported. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Russia, Ukraine, Turkey deputy defence ministers to discuss grain deal The deputy defence ministers of Russia, Ukraine and Turkey will meet in Istanbul on Friday to discuss a deal that allows the exports of Ukrainian grains on the Black Sea, Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar was quoted as saying on Wednesday. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Fire engulfs Russian fuel depot near key Crimea bridge after ‘drone falls on facility’ It comes days after a blaze broke out at a fuel depot in Crimea Evening Standard · May 3, 2023
Russia's war on Ukraine latest: Russian drones attack Kyiv again Russian drones attacked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Thursday evening, the fourth assault in as many days subjecting residents to spasms of gunfire and explosions, and at least one drone was shot down. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy denies ordering Moscow drone strike on Putin – as it happened Ukrainian president says ‘we fight on our territory’ after Kremlin reports a drone attack in the Russian capital The Guardian - AU · May 3, 2023
Ukrainian president arrives in Netherlands after Finland visit Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived at Amsterdam's airport late Wednesday for an unannounced visit to the Netherlands, with a trip to the International Criminal Court on his agenda, local media reported. This came after his visit to Finland for talks with Nordic leaders. Read our live blog to see how… France 24 · May 3, 2023
Finnish daily uses shooter videogame to dodge Russia's press restrictions Finland's largest daily Helsingin Sanomat on Wednesday took its struggle against Russian media restrictions to a popular online videogame to mark world press freedom day. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Russian defence minister calls for missile production to double Russia launched a drone attack on Kyiv overnight on Tuesday, though all drones were shot down, Ukrainian officials say. Al Jazeera · May 3, 2023
The Independent UK · May 3, 2023 Ukraine-Russia war – latest: Moscow claims Kremlin attacked in Putin assassination attempt Kremlin accuses Kyiv of ‘planned terrorist action’ against Moscow
The Guardian - AU · May 3, 2023 Sudanese Australians call for emergency visas to help loved ones escape worsening conflict Government urged to implement humanitarian response like that seen after Ukraine invasion as evacuation flight with 36 Australians lands in Cyprus
Al Jazeera · May 3, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 434 As the war enters its 434th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Reuters · May 3, 2023 Ukraine tried to assassinate Putin by drone - Kremlin Russia accused Ukraine on Wednesday of a failed attempt to assassinate President Vladimir Putin in a drone attack on the Kremlin citadel in Moscow, and threatened to retaliate.
The Times of India · May 3, 2023 How China threat is driving India and US closer together WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI: The Biden administration has decided to remain publicly quiet on India’s democratic backsliding, according to senior US officials, as the US intensifies efforts to keep New Delhi on its side in the rivalry with China.
The Guardian - AU · May 3, 2023 Pentagon leaks: we weren’t told about intelligence breach, Zelenskiy says Ukraine president says Discord server leaks were ‘not beneficial’ to the reputation of the US but still values Washington’s support for Kyiv
ABC News · May 3, 2023 Second Russian train hit by explosive near Ukraine border, as Kyiv prepare for counteroffensive An explosive device derails a Russian freight train in a region bordering Ukraine for a second straight day ahead of an expected counteroffensive by Kyiv.
The Independent UK · May 2, 2023 Officials: US to send Ukraine $300 million in military aid U.S. officials say the Biden administration is sending Ukraine about $300 million in additional military aid, including an enormous amount of artillery rounds, howitzers, air-to-ground rockets and ammunition as the launch of the spring offensive against Russian forces approaches
Football London · May 2, 2023 Mykhailo Mudryk targeted during Arsenal vs Chelsea by green laser from crowd Chelsea hijacked Arsenal's move for Mykhailo Mudryk during the January transfer window and completed an £88million deal to sign the Ukraine international
Al Jazeera · May 2, 2023 Blast causes another train to derail in Russia near Ukraine A blast derailed a freight train in a Russian region near Ukraine, authorities say, adding there were no casualties.
Reuters · May 2, 2023 New U.S. military aid to Ukraine to include air-launched rockets -sources The United States plans to announce as soon as Wednesday a new $300 million military aid package for Ukraine that will for the first time include a short-range air-launched rocket, two U.S. officials said.