The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Where Ukraine War Stands after 6 Months

When Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24 in an unprovoked act of aggression, many expected a quick victory. Six months later, the largest military conflict in Europe since World War II has turned into a grinding war of attrition. The Russian offensive has largely bogged down as…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 24, 2022

Behind the scenes as the United Ukrainian Ballet performs Giselle: ‘This is the beginning of a renaissance’

These refugee ballet dancers have a mission, and they’re shouting about it from the rooftops

Evening Standard · Aug 24, 2022

Zelensky says Ukraine was ‘reborn’ when Russia invaded in emotional Independence Day speech

Wednesday marks six months of war and 31 years of independence for Ukraine

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2022

Ukraine marks Independence Day six months after start of war

Residents of Kyiv have awoken to air raid sirens as Ukraine observes its Independence Day exactly six months since the start of the Russian invasion

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2022

Ukraine independence day overshadowed by fear of Russian attacks

Kyiv celebrations cancelled over concerns of ‘Russian provocations’ as US expected to announce further $3bn in aid

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2022

Ukraine Independence Day - live: Boris Johnson says Kyiv ‘can win war’ on surprise visit

National holiday coincides with conflict’s sixth-month mark

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2022

Defiant Zelenskiy, on Independence Day, says Ukraine will never give up its freedom

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Ukrainians in an emotional speech marking 31 years of independence on Wednesday that their country had been "reborn" when Russia invaded and that it would never give up its fight for freedom from Moscow's domination.

Reuters · Aug 24, 2022

As Ukraine War Drags On, Europe’s Economy Succumbs to Crisis

It was meant to be Europe's stellar year. A post-pandemic spending euphoria, supported by copious government spending was set to drive the economy and help fatigued households regain a sense of normality after two dreadful years. But all that changed on Feb. 24 with Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Normality is…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Aug 24, 2022

Ukrainians Taunt ‘Stupid Russian Ivans’ As They Destroy Another Russian Tank

'Ivan' is used in many countries as a slang word for a Russian person.

Zenger · Aug 24, 2022

New Zealand soldier killed in Ukraine while on leave

A New Zealand soldier on leave from the armed forces has reportedly been killed in Ukraine, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) said on Wednesday.

Reuters · Aug 24, 2022