The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

On Ukraine's frontlines, Australian volunteers are risking their lives to help the most vulnerable

In north-east Ukraine, a small truck emblazoned with a jumping kangaroo delivers moments of hope to the most vulnerable. Behind the wheel is an Australian oil rigger.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2023

Starmer: Britons joining Ukraine fighting must do so ‘very carefully’

‘Nothing should be done that gets in the way’ of the Ukrainian armed forces, the Labour leader has said.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023

1st class of Ukraine fighters finishes advanced US training

The Pentagon says the first class of 635 Ukrainian fighters has finished a five-week advanced U.S. training course in Germany on sophisticated combat skills and armored vehicles that will be critical in the coming spring offensive against the Russians

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023

Zelenskyy Pushes for Speedy Support to Avoid More Deaths

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Western allies Friday to quicken their military support for Ukraine, warning at a major international security conference that delays would play into Russia’s hand as the invasion approaches its first anniversary. “There is no alternative to speed, because it’s speed that life depends on,” Zelenskyy…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 17, 2023

John Kirby: ‘When the weather improves, the Russians will make additional offensive moves’

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby sat down with FRANCE 24’s Washington correspondent Kethevane Gorjestani to talk about the war in Ukraine, the United States’ diplomatic relations with China after the latter sent a spy balloon over its territory, and why the Iran nuclear deal is currently off…

France 24 · Feb 17, 2023

Berlin spy case shows ‘potential failings’ in vetting system, says ex-MI6 spy

Christopher Steele said the UK is one of Russia’s ‘main targets’ because it is a ‘very strong supporter’ of Ukraine.

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023

Time for More Ukraine Support, Not Russia Dialogue, Macron Says

French President Emmanuel Macron appeared on Friday to toughen his stance towards Moscow, urging allies to step up military support for Ukraine to help it push back Russia's invasion since now was not the time for dialogue with Moscow. Macron has drawn criticism among some NATO allies for delivering mixed…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 17, 2023

Kharkiv’s year of war: ‘A bomb can fall on your home any time – and your life is over’

Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv put up a fierce resistance when Moscow's forces launched their full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. Russian troops eventually withdrew back to their side of the border, 40 kilometres north of Ukraine's second largest city. But one year on, the people of Kharkiv are still…

France 24 · Feb 17, 2023

Large US Delegation at Munich Conference Underscores Bipartisan Support for Ukraine

Nearly 50 lawmakers from both major US political parties on Friday attended the start of Europe's premier annual security conference to affirm bipartisan support for US aid to Ukraine. Four delegations of Democratic and Republican leaders and members of the Senate and House converged as one of the largest groups…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 17, 2023

Ukrainian girl offered sanctuary by Ed Balls and Yvette Cooper to live Strictly dream

Yeva Kenia., 12, and her mum Katerina were offered refuge by Strictly star Ed Balls and Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper after Russia's invasion of Ukraine - and the youngster will now get the chance to dance in Blackpool

Daily Mirror · Feb 17, 2023