Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 379 As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 379th day, we take a look at the main developments. Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2023
Cities across Ukraine are targets of Russian missiles, officials say Air raid sirens wailed all over Ukraine as Russia aims at critical energy infrastructure in many cities. Authorities ordered residents to shelter in place. Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 9, 2023
Russia fires barrage of missiles on Ukraine cities Missile attacks wound two in Kyiv, hit energy facilities in Odesa and critical infrastructure in Kharkiv. Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2023
🔴 Live: White House says Russian missile barrage on Ukraine 'brutal, unjustified' The White House on Thursday called the latest barrage of Russian missile attacks targeting civilian infrastructure in Ukraine "brutal" and "unjustified." The attacks, which included use of state-of-the-art Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, killed at least nine people, knocked out electricity for many Ukrainians and disrupted power at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.… France 24 · Mar 9, 2023
Russian missiles target cities across Ukraine, officials say Ukrainian officials and media say Russia unleashed a massive missile barrage on cities across the country, targeting energy infrastructure facilities The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023
‘No to the Russian law’: Georgians protest ‘foreign agents’ bill Police use water cannons and tear gas as thousands gather in Tbilisi in protest against a proposed foreign agents law. Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2023
Russia unleashes 'retaliatory' missile barrage on Ukraine, Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant briefly loses power supply At least six people are dead after Russian strikes hit a series of Ukrainian regions, knocking out power to several areas, as well as to the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. ABC News · Mar 9, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reconnected to energy grid as UN warns ‘one day our luck will run out’ – as it happened Warning from head of UN nuclear watchdog comes after Zaporizhzhia plant loses power for sixth time The Guardian - AU · Mar 9, 2023
Ukraine digs in as Russia claims gains in Bakhmut The Wagner mercenary chief says Russians hold part of the bombed-out Ukrainian city of Bakhmut as the EU agrees to push ahead on joint arms buying to help Kyiv. The New Daily · Mar 9, 2023
A year after the Ukraine invasion, oil market much changed HOUSTON: A year after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the oil market has become more fragmented and uncertain, a dynamic expected to boost crude prices over the long term. Bangkok Post · Mar 9, 2023
Canadian Olympians push for opposition to Russians in Paris A group of 42 retired Canadian Olympians are urging their country’s Olympic leaders to take a stand against Russians participating in next year’s Paris Games The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023
Pentagon doesn’t want to share evidence of Russian atrocities amid fears international court may target US State Department, Justice Department, and intelligence agencies all reportedly favour handing evidence The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2023
US issues warrant for $25m aeroplane owned by Russian oil giant US government alleges the Boeing-made plane violated sanctions and commerce law by travelling to and from Russia. Al Jazeera · Mar 9, 2023
Pentagon accused of blocking effort to hand Russia war crimes evidence to ICC Defence department reportedly unwilling to share intelligence over fears precedent could be set against US soldiers fighting foreign wars The Guardian - US · Mar 8, 2023
The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023 Fox News accused of editing out Trump saying he wanted Ukraine to cede land to Putin Mr Trump reportedly made the comments on Sean Hannity’s radio show
Bangkok Post · Mar 8, 2023 West's message on war gets lost Here in New Delhi, policymakers are beginning to worry. India's long-awaited presidency of the G-20 grouping is turning out to be even more difficult than they anticipated.
The Conversation · Mar 8, 2023 The Battle of Bakhmut exposes Russia's fault lines The current focus of the Russian-Ukrainian war centres on Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.
Daily Mirror · Mar 8, 2023 Romeo Beckham set to face international team in warm-up for Euro 2024 qualifier Romeo Beckham is likely to play for Brentford B when they host Ukraine in a behind-closed-doors friendly later this month as preparation for the upcoming qualifier with England
The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023 A global mystery: What's known about Nord Stream explosions It’s a major international mystery with global consequences: Who was behind the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines last year in the Baltic Sea
The Guardian - US · Mar 8, 2023 Russia unlikely to make major Ukraine gains this year – US intelligence chief Avril Haines tells Senate hearing of ‘grinding, attritional war’ but sounds cautious note over Ukraine’s prospects in expected counter-offensive
Daily Mirror · Mar 8, 2023 Russian victory in Ukraine could push China to invade Taiwan, NATO chief warns NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg warned "what happens in Europe today can happen in Asia tomorrow" suggesting that Beijing could be watching the Russia-Ukraine war closely to see how a similar invasion of Taiwan could work
Daily Mirror · Mar 8, 2023 Tenth of the Army 'on the sick' - but many would still be sent to war anyway Armed Forces Minister James Heappey said some of those on the soldier sick list were waiting for appointments with a dentist - and would be sent into battle "if the balloon went up"
The Independent UK · Mar 8, 2023 Social Democrats reflect on Ukraine war, European security Leaders of nine Social Democratic parties in Europe have declared unwavering support for Ukraine’s defense against Russia’s invasion
The Guardian - UK · Mar 8, 2023 Ukraine and UN chief call for new grain deal to safeguard global food supplies Reports suggest Russia unhappy about deal and is threatening to pull out of scheme exporting grain from Black Sea ports
Salon · Mar 8, 2023 Fox edits Trump plan to placate Russia "I could’ve made a deal to take over something, there are certain areas that are Russian-speaking areas, frankly"