The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Ukraine first lady headlines first big day at Davos meeting

Ukraine’s first lady will give a rare international address as the World Economic Forum’s annual gathering in the snowy Swiss town of Davos gets into full swing

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023

Former Wagner Commander Seeks Asylum in Norway after Fleeing Russia

A former commander of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who had fought in Ukraine said he has fled to Norway and is seeking asylum after deserting in fear for his life. Andrei Medvedev, who joined the group on July 6 2022 with a four-month contract, said in a video posted by…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 17, 2023

Former Wagner commander seeks asylum in Norway after fleeing Russia

A former commander of Russia's Wagner mercenary group who had fought in Ukraine said he has fled to Norway and is seeking asylum after deserting in fear for his life.

Reuters · Jan 17, 2023

Russian-installed authorities say they are in control of Ukraine's Soledar

Russian-installed authorities in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region said on Tuesday they were in control of Soledar, repeating their earlier claim about the salt-mining town where intense fighting has taken place.

Reuters · Jan 17, 2023

Russia Plans ‘Major Changes’ in Armed Forces from 2023 to 2026

Russia said on Tuesday that it would make "major changes" to its armed forces from 2023 to 2026, promising to shake up its military structure after months of setbacks on the battlefield in Ukraine. In addition to administrative reforms, the Defense Ministry said it would strengthen the combat capabilities of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 17, 2023

Australian Open bans Russian flag after Ukraine complaint

Ukraine’s ambassador criticises display of the Russian flag during Ukrainian player Kateryna Baindl’s first round-match.

Al Jazeera · Jan 17, 2023

Sweden, Finland Must Send up to 130 ‘Terrorists’ to Türkiye for NATO Bid, Erdogan Says

Sweden and Finland must deport or extradite up to 130 "terrorists" to Türkiye before the Turkish parliament will approve their bids to join NATO, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said. The two Nordic states applied last year to join NATO following Russia's invasion of Ukraine but their bids must be approved…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 17, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 328

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 328th day, we take a look at the main developments.

Al Jazeera · Jan 17, 2023

Russia, Belarus flags banned at Australian Open

Tennis Australia on Tuesday banned Russian and Belarusian flags at the Australian Open after Ukraine's ambassador demanded action when they were seen among the crowd.

Bangkok Post · Jan 17, 2023

Ukraine-Russia news – live: Putin suffering ‘profound’ problems with ‘dysfunctional’ long-range missiles

Missiles stuggling to indentify tarets, MoD adds

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023