The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Ukraine pushed Russia back in May for second month running: AFP analysis

Ukraine has regained more land than it lost to Russia for two consecutive months. In May, Kyiv's forces secured a net gain of 282 square kilometers. This positive trend follows a similar advance in April. Ukraine's improving battlefield performance is attributed to effective drone strikes. These gains, though marginal, signal…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

EU ready to 'step up' in Ukraine-Russia talks but ceasefire must come first, summit draft shows

EU leaders are set to discuss the possibility of engaging in direct talks when they meet on 18-19 June. But the latest draft of the summit's conclusions suggests a mandate for a special envoy is still far away.

Euronews · Jun 2

Ukraine's president says US air defence 'absolutely necessary' after Russian strikes

Russia launched a record 8,150 long-range drones at Ukraine in May, an AFP analysis of Ukrainian air force data showed, up 24% from April.

Euronews · Jun 2

Mandelson's China Advice to No.10 Linked Beijing Directly to Ukraine War, Newly Released Files Reveal

Leaked government documents reveal Mandelson's warnings about China's intertwined security concerns with Russia's actions in Ukraine, highlighting the need for a unified approach to global security.

International Business Times UK · Jun 2

What Germany expects from Hungary now: Magyar visits Merz

Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is paying his first official visit to Berlin. Germany will discuss Hungary's new role in the EU, expecting Budapest to not cause political headaches.

Euronews · Jun 2

Russian strikes kill 10 and wound 100 as Putin unleashes major Ukraine attack

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The Independent UK · Jun 2

Between ballet and war: Japanese dancers pursue dreams in Russia

Two Japanese dancers, Jotaro Kanazasi and Haruka Takemi, are pursuing their ballet dreams in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. They focus on their art amidst the war in Ukraine. Kanazasi, 32, chose Russia for its ballet legacy, while Takemi, 20, followed suit due to limited opportunities in Japan. They stay informed through…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Russian attack on Ukraine capital kills at least 3 and traps others in damaged buildings

Ukrainian authorities say Russia attacked the capital Kyiv with a barrage of missiles and drones overnight, killing at least three people and trapping others

The Independent UK · Jun 2

Nine dead, dozens wounded as Russia launches major attack across Ukraine

Tragedy unfolded as Russian air raids targeted significant Ukrainian urban centers such as Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, resulting in at least nine fatalities and injuries to more than 60 civilians. The strikes wreaked havoc on homes and essential services. Prior to the assaults, Ukraine's President alerted the nation about the…

The Economic Times · Jun 2

Russia launches major attack across Ukraine; several feared trapped after missile-hit building collapses

Russia unleashed a major overnight assault on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Dnipro, hours after President Zelenskyy's warning. Fatalities and injuries were reported in Dnipro, with fears of people trapped in Kyiv's rubble. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone strike claimed a civilian life in Russia's Kursk region. Peace efforts remain stalled…

The Times of India · Jun 2