The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Putin is running out of money to wage war on Ukraine, and this Russian-occupied territory is running out of fuel as Kyiv smashes supply lines

Russia is reeling as casualties reach staggering heights; recruitment of replacement troops wanes; and areas far from the front lines come under attack.

Fortune · Jun 5

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Russia could attack NATO within four years

Earlier on Friday, Britain's military chief warned the country must boost its defences in response to threats posed by Russia, which invaded Ukraine more than four years ago.

Euronews · Jun 5

House Republicans Join Democrats To Pass Bill Providing Aid To Ukraine And Imposing Sanctions On Russia

The House of Representatives passed a bill providing additional aid to Ukraine and imposing sanctions on Russia.

International Business Times · Jun 5

Russia Considering Lowering Working Age To 12 To Address Jobs Crisis Stemming From Ukraine War

Russia is considering lowering the country's minimum working age to 12 and reopening child labor camps active during the Soviet Union era to address shortages stemming from the war in Ukraine, according to a new report.

International Business Times · Jun 5

Romania: TV reporter flees live on air after drone explosion in Constanța

A live television report from Romania's Black Sea port of Constanța was abruptly interrupted on 5 June after a maritime drone exploded nearby, heightening concerns over the regional impact of the war in Ukraine.

Euronews · Jun 5

EU should not miss an opportunity on Ukraine diplomacy: Bulgarian FM Velislava Petrova

Bulgaria has become notorious for holding elections. In 5 years, voters went to the polls 8 times. But this debilitating crisis finally ended on April 19th, when the Progressive Bulgaria party won an outright majority. It is led by the former president, Rumen Radev, now the prime minister.

France 24 · Jun 5

'Do Not Be Afraid': Zelenskyy's Extraordinary Appeal to Putin Ends With a Stark Warning

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has issued an open letter to Russian President Putin, urging direct talks to end the ongoing conflict, while highlighting the war's toll on both nations.

International Business Times UK · Jun 5

Five sailors killed as cargo ships struck in Sea of Azov

The cargo vessels Natra and Zirkon — both bearing hallmarks of Russia's shadow fleet and heading to load grain at a port linked to looted Ukrainian supplies — were struck overnight near Taganrog.

Euronews · Jun 5

A maritime drone explodes at a Romanian Black Sea port, no one hurt

A maritime drone used in the Ukraine conflict exploded at a Black Sea port in Romania on Friday

The Independent UK · Jun 5

Sea drone explodes in the Romanian port of Constanta, raising fear of Ukraine war spillover

A sea drone exploded Friday near Romania's Black Sea port of Constanta without causing casualties. The incident prompted authorities to evacuate more than 1,000 people amid heightening concerns over the spillover effects of Russia's war in Ukraine just a week after a separate drone incident injured two civilians.

France 24 · Jun 5