Russia-Ukraine war: what we know on day 119 of the invasion Ukraine launches airstrikes on Snake Island; Russians reportedly capture settlements near Lysychansk and Sievierodonetsk The Guardian - AU · Jun 22, 2022
Turkish team to discuss Black Sea grain corridor in Russia this week -sources Ankara's military delegation will travel to Russia this week to discuss details of a possible safe sea corridor in the Black Sea to export Ukrainian grain, Turkish presidency sources said on Tuesday. Reuters · Jun 22, 2022
Ukraine's Zelenskiy looks to EU offer as Russia pounds cities Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Wednesday hailed the European Union's expected offer of candidate status for his battle-weary nation, as Russian forces pounded Ukraine's second-biggest city Kharkiv and the eastern Donbas region. Reuters · Jun 22, 2022
News briefs As police condemn ad, Greitens says ‘normal’ people know RINO-hunting ad is metaphor Tribune News Service · Jun 22, 2022
Kremlin says death penalty possible for US fighters said held by pro-Russia separatists DNIPRO, Ukraine — Fears mounted Tuesday over the fate of two Americans reportedly taken captive while fighting for Ukraine, as Russia declared that international protections for prisoners of war did not apply to foreign “mercenaries” and that capital punishment could not be ruled out if they were put on trial… Los Angeles Times · Jun 22, 2022
Europe and UK pour 17,000 tons of cooking oil into vehicles a day Analysis finds 58% of rapeseed oil in Europe is burned for fuel despite soaring prices and climate impact The Guardian - UK · Jun 21, 2022
Lee Alexander aiming to put club disappointment behind her to help Scotland take big step towards World Cup SCOTLAND goalkeeper Lee Alexander hopes to put a disappointing season at club level behind her by taking a big step towards next summer's World Cup… The National (Scotland) · Jun 21, 2022
Ian Maxwell gives emphatic backing to Steve Clarke as he says there is 'no doubt' he is the right man to lead Scotland THERE were no qualms and no hesitations from SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell when he was asked yesterday if he still believes Steve Clarke is still… The National (Scotland) · Jun 21, 2022
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (June 21) A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. WEKU · Jun 21, 2022
Romanchuk wins medal in pool while father fights in Ukraine Elite swimmer Mykhailo Romanchuk doesn’t know if his father was able to see him winning a medal for Ukraine at the world swimming championships The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022
Ukrainian dance students find refuge in Australia's circus community The Australian circus community is rallying to keep Ukrainian culture alive by bringing performing arts students down under to study. ABC News · Jun 21, 2022
As global food crisis looms, Sri Lanka offers a cautionary tale Sri Lanka’s government finally began bailout talks with IMF officials this week after a crippling delay exacerbated a longstanding economic crisis. But as food prices soar amid an impending global food shortage sparked by the Ukraine conflict, Sri Lankans are paying a heavy price for the government’s mismanagement, nepotism and… France 24 · Jun 21, 2022
Ben Stiller calls Ukraine visit ‘shocking’ and ‘distressing’ after meeting Zelenskyy Ben Stiller is still processing the devastation he witnessed while visiting Kyiv, Ukraine, this week to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Los Angeles Times · Jun 21, 2022
US attorney general visits Ukraine to discuss Russian war crimes as fighting rages in east DNIPRO, Ukraine — Tensions rose Tuesday over Russia’s threats against Lithuania, a NATO member that has moved to enforce Western sanctions against Moscow. At the same time, Ukraine’s president said the Kremlin was “very nervous” over gathering momentum for his country’s bid to eventually join the European Union. Los Angeles Times · Jun 21, 2022
Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2022 Russian tennis player allowed to play Wimbledon after switching to Georgian nationality Natela Dzalamidze will play at Wimbledon under the Georgian flag, after it was announced Russian and Belarusian players will be unable to compete due to the invasion of Ukraine.
Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2022 Ukraine bracing for Russia cruise missile blitz with warships poised to launch attack Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy had predicted Russia would step up their deadly attacks ahead of Thursday’s EU summit on Thursday in Brussels, Belgium
The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022 Google exec to UN: Ukraine 'a crystal ball' for info warfare A Google executive is warning the U.N. Security Council Tuesday that cyberattacks, disinformation and other forms of information warfare being waged in Ukraine are a “crystal ball” for future problems elsewhere
Reuters · Jun 21, 2022 At least 15 civilians killed in Kharkiv region by Russian shelling - governor At least 15 civilians were killed in Ukraine's Kharkiv region by Russian shelling on Tuesday, regional governor Oleh Synegubov said in an online posting.
The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022 Italy's Draghi gets backing for government line on Ukraine Premier Mario Draghi has secured parliamentary backing to continue supporting Ukraine against Russia
Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 21, 2022 Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek Draw No. 1 Seeds at Wimbledon Six-time and defending champion Novak Djokovic and French Open winner Iga Swiatek were announced Tuesday as the top seeds for the fortnight of Wimbledon, set to begin Monday in London. While Swiatek is the No. 1 women's player in the world, the No. 1 men's player in the world, Daniil…
Los Angeles Times · Jun 21, 2022 Peta Murgatroyd, Maks Chmerkovskiy open up about miscarriages: 'I had no strength' Peta Murgatroyd revealed on Tuesday that she suffered a miscarriage in October days after testing positive for COVID-19. At the time, her husband and fellow "Dancing with the Stars" pro Maksim Chmerkovskiy was working in his home country of Ukraine.
Reuters · Jun 21, 2022 White House: Suggestion Americans captured in Ukraine should face death penalty is 'appalling' A White House official said on Tuesday it is "appalling" that a public official in Russia would suggest the death penalty for Americans captured in Ukraine.
The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2022 Moscow legislator jailed after opposing action in Ukraine A court in the Russian capital has extended the arrest of a municipal legislator charged with discrediting the country’s military after his criticism of Russia's military action in Ukraine
Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 21, 2022 Turkish Team to Discuss Black Sea Grain Corridor in Russia This Week Ankara's military delegation will travel to Russia this week to discuss details of a possible safe sea corridor in the Black Sea to export Ukrainian grain, Turkish presidency sources said on Tuesday. Russia's TASS agency confirmed plans for the talks citing Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. Russia's Feb. 24 invasion of…
Asharq Al-Awsat · Jun 21, 2022 Ben Stiller Says ‘Really Tough’ to See Ukraine Refugees’ Plight Actor Ben Stiller, a goodwill ambassador for the UN refugee agency, has said it was "distressing" to hear the experiences of people displaced by the Ukraine conflict, adding he hoped to shine a light on their plight with his visit to the country. He added that it was crucial for…