The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week

Social media users shared a range of false claims this week

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2022

When you buy diamonds, think of Bucha

Consumers should think twice when buying diamonds that could be funding Russia's war, a Ukrainian diplomat said on Friday as a fraught international conflict diamond forum in Botswana came to an inconclusive end.

Reuters · Jun 24, 2022

IAEA voices concern for staff at Ukrainian nuclear plant, demands access

The U.N. nuclear watchdog is increasingly concerned about the welfare of Ukrainian staff at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, Europe's largest, it said on Friday, adding that it must go there as soon as possible.

Reuters · Jun 24, 2022

Analysis: Russia has unified NATO. But Biden, G-7 allies face mounting challenges

KRÜN, Germany — When President Joe Biden returns to Europe this weekend for six days of economic and national security meetings, he’ll do so as the leader of reinvigorated Western alliances, resolute in responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and recommitted to defending democracy.

Los Angeles Times · Jun 24, 2022

LPR Says It Is Taking Control Of Ukrainian Trenches

These images purport to show pro-Russia combatants soldiers taking control of trenches held until recently by Ukrainian soldiers.

Zenger · Jun 24, 2022

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky tells Glastonbury 'we will not let Russia's war break us'

President Volodymyr Zelensky's video message was played ahead of The Libertines stage-opening set on Friday

Chronicle Live · Jun 24, 2022

Poland bid to ease tourist safety fears - despite war in neighbouring Ukraine

#PolandVibes campaign will highlight how fun, safe and open the nation is for tourists during summer 2022

Wales Online · Jun 24, 2022

World faces unprecedented global hunger crisis, U.N. chief says

There is a "real risk" of multiple famines this year, U.N. chief Antonio Guterres said on Friday and urged ministers meeting on food security to take practical steps to stabilize food markets and reduce commodity price volatility.

Reuters · Jun 24, 2022

Solidarity behind Ukraine's Russia fight atop summit agendas

Back-to-back world leader summits in Europe this weekend will focus on uniting Western nations behind Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s invasion and overcoming Turkey’s opposition to NATO membership for Finland and Sweden

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2022

Ukraine's Zelenskiy appeals to Glastonbury crowd for support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appealed via videolink on Friday to crowds at Britain's Glastonbury Festival for support, urging them to spread the truth about Russia's invasion and to pressure politicians to help restore peace.

Reuters · Jun 24, 2022