What are depleted uranium munitions the UK is sending to Ukraine? Armour-piercing ammunition emits low levels of radiation after exploding but is not considered a nuclear weapon. Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2023
Editorial: As Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping bond, so must the West Opinion editor's note: Editorials represent the opinions of the Star Tribune Editorial Board, which operates independently from the newsroom. Tribune News Service · Mar 23, 2023
EU leaders set to endorse more military support for Ukraine EU leaders are set to endorse a deal aimed at sending Ukraine 1 million rounds of artillery shells within the next 12 months to help the country repel Russia’s invasion forces The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023
EU, UN chief discuss Ukraine war, food security and sanctions European Union leaders held talks on Thursday with U.N. chief Antonio Guterres on global food security and sanctions imposed on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, and also endorsed a plan to supply more artillery shells to Kyiv. Reuters · Mar 23, 2023
Ramadan Begins in Mideast amid High Costs, Hopes for Peace The first daily fast of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan began Thursday, as hundreds of millions of Muslims worldwide enter a four-week period of worship. The observance comes at a time when numerous countries and governments across the Middle East are taking tentative steps towards calming enduring conflicts and… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 23, 2023
Edinburgh farmers among those taking convoy to Ukraine in massive aid mission As well as potato farmers from the capital, others from East Lothian, The Borders, Brechin and Kirriemuir are also heading to the war-torn country with 4x4s spray painted military green Edinburgh Live · Mar 23, 2023
Ukrainian army ‘repel round-the-clock’ Russian attacks on Bakhmut Ukrainian forces are repelling “round-the-clock” Russian attacks in the east including on the town of Bakhmut amid signs that Vladimir Putin’s offensive there may be stalling, it was reported on Thursday. Evening Standard · Mar 23, 2023
New Zealand soldier who founded veterans’ charity killed fighting in Ukraine Kane Te Tai served as army soldier from 2002 until 2009, according to New Zealand’s defense ministry The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023
Former England star defends Gareth Southgate's right-back picks after double snub Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ben White have both been left out of Gareth Southgate's squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Italy and Ukraine amid competition at right-back Daily Mirror · Mar 23, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy renews calls to EU for long-range weapons; Moscow says relations with west ‘worse than ever’ – as it happened Ukrainian president speaks to EU summit via video link; senior Russia official says ICC arrest warrant for Putin added ‘negative potential’ to ties The Guardian - AU · Mar 23, 2023
EU's von der Leyen plans conference on children taken by Russia EU chief Ursula von der Leyen announced Thursday she would help organise a conference on securing the return of Ukrainian children taken to Russia during the ongoing conflict. Read our live blog to see how all the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+1). France 24 · Mar 23, 2023
Russian Missiles Batter Ukraine, but Bakhmut Offensive Seen Stalling Russian drones attacked Ukrainian cities and missiles blasted an apartment block, but a months-long ground assault on the eastern town of Bakhmut could be stalling in the face of fierce resistance, according to Ukrainian and British military experts. Russian forces unleashed a wave of air strikes in the north and… Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 23, 2023
AP News Digest 3:40 am Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan. The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023
DeSantis backtracks on statement calling Ukraine war ‘territorial dispute’ after backlash Florida governor says he ‘regretted’ using the phrase ‘territorial dispute’ about war in Ukraine The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Mar 23, 2023 Former New Zealand soldier killed fighting Russian forces in Ukraine Kane Te Tai fought with the International Legion and was known for documenting battles and daily life in Ukraine on social media
The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023 Iraq WMD failures shadow US intelligence 20 years later Two decades ago, U.S. spy agencies wrongly believed Saddam Hussein had weapons of mass destruction
The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023 A look at the uranium-based ammo the UK will send to Ukraine Russia has issued a full-throated warning that the West risks further escalation in Ukraine after the British government announced it is providing depleted uranium munitions to Ukraine
Reuters · Mar 23, 2023 Ukraine says Russia's Bakhmut assault loses steam, counterstrike coming soon Ukrainian troops, on the defensive for four months, will launch a long-awaited counterassault "very soon" now that Russia's huge winter offensive is losing steam without taking Bakhmut, Ukraine's top ground forces commander said on Thursday.
The Times of India · Mar 23, 2023 US fears a war-weary world may embrace China’s Ukraine peace bid WASHINGTON: Xi Jinping’s meetings in Moscow with Vladimir Putin put the Biden administration in an uncomfortable position: on the sidelines as two adversaries discuss a Ukraine peace proposal that the US has deemed unacceptable.
Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 393 As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 393rd day, we take a look at the main developments.
Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2023 World Bank says $411bn cost to rebuild war-torn Ukraine World Bank said the figure of $411bn over the next 10 years should be considered a minimum as the war continues.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 23, 2023 Ukraine war has ‘profound impact’ on Asia, Blinken says, with eye on China’s ambitions Beijing is watching ‘very carefully’ how world responds to Russian aggression, says US secretary of state
The Independent UK · Mar 23, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war – latest: Attempt to arrest Putin would be declaration of war, says Medvedev Former Russian leader earlier warned ‘nuclear apocalypse’ was nearing
The Guardian - AU · Mar 23, 2023 Xi’s trip to Moscow didn’t impress the west – but his most important audience is at home The official narrative in China is that the US responds to problems militarily, while China uses dialogue, and there are signs this narrative is catching on
The New Daily · Mar 23, 2023 Prince William visits troops in Poland on surprise trip Prince William has made a surprise visit to Poland in a show of support for troops who are helping Ukraine and to meet refugees who have fled the conflict.