The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Baba Vanga who 'foresaw' 9/11 and Brexit makes scary 2023 predictions

Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga lost her sight when she was 12 years old and claimed that she could see into the future. Many speculate that she predicted the death of Princess Diana, Brexit and 9/11.

Irish Mirror · Jan 1, 2023

Wimbledon Player Ban Changed 'Nothing', Says Sabalenka

World number five Aryna Sabalenka said Sunday that Wimbledon's ban on Russian and Belarusian players last year achieved "nothing" and that she "really hoped" it would change course in 2023. Following Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine, Britain's Lawn Tennis Association came under pressure from the government to impose a ban,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 1, 2023

Despite infighting, it's been a surprisingly productive 2 years for Democrats

Despite more than a handful of setbacks, President Biden has delivered on several major promises since 2021, some with bipartisan support. Those compromises could be harder with the new Congress.

WEKU · Jan 1, 2023

At least four killed in New Year's Eve strikes on Kyiv

Ukrainians woke up to a grim 2023 on Sunday, reeling from more sirens and fresh missile attacks on their territory, as the death toll from Russia’s massive New Year Eve assault across the country climbed to at least four. Follow our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All…

France 24 · Jan 1, 2023

Ukraine is in the headlines now. But a whole new world of conflict is about to erupt

Taiwan, North Korea, Iran and Palestine are all potential flashpoints that could distract western attention from the invasion in 2023

The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2023

Russia's war on Ukraine latest: Russia says 63 servicemen killed in Makiivka

Russia acknowledged that scores of its troops were killed in one of the Ukraine war's deadliest strikes, drawing demands from nationalist bloggers for commanders to be punished for housing soldiers alongside an ammunition dump.

Reuters · Jan 1, 2023

Zelenskiy, Putin promise victory in contrasting New Year speeches

The leaders of Ukraine and Russia both vowed to push for victory in New Year speeches, but while Volodymyr Zelenskiy spoke of gratitude and pain, Vladimir Putin urged duty to Russia, casting the war as a near-existential fight.

Reuters · Jan 1, 2023

‘Battle for the nation’s soul’: Norway faces debate about gas and oil wealth

Russia’s war in Ukraine has earned Norway billions – and caused controversy

The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2023

Explosions rock Ukraine’s Kyiv in early hours of New Year’s Day

New round of blasts in the Ukrainian capital follows a barrage of missile attacks that killed one and wounded a dozen.

Al Jazeera · Jan 1, 2023

New Year’s Eve celebrations: fireworks and festivities amid global uncertainties

Jubilant crowds ushered in 2023 with the first large gatherings without restrictions in many cities since before the pandemic

The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2023