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African students who fled Ukraine now stuck in ‘Kafkaesque’ limbo in France

Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, more than 5.5 million people have fled the country of which more than 50,000 have been welcomed by France. These refugees have been granted temporary status that entitles them to work and receive social and medical assistance.

France 24

Who are the silovarchs? As Vladimir Putin 'bracing for coup' from power elite

Vladimir Putin is said to be at risk of being deposed by a group of highly powerful KGB and FSB veterans now rooted deep into the fabric of the Russian state called the silovarchs - but what are they?

Daily Mirror

The Ukrainian children at the mercy of UK’s refugee scheme

Under-18s travelling alone not permitted to be hosted under Homes for Ukraine programme, leaving them with no route to UK

The Guardian - UK

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After Kyiv trip, Rep. Crow details Ukraine’s battlefield needs

WASHINGTON — As the war in Ukraine shifts away from the capital, Kyiv, and toward the country’s south and east, the U.S. should provide weapons better suited for the coming battle, Colorado Democrat Jason Crow told reporters Wednesday.

Tribune News Service

Royal Caribbean Cruises Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates As Omicron Affects Business

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (NYSE:RCL) reported first-quarter FY22 sales of $1.06 billion versus $42 million last year, missing the consensus of $1.15 billion. Passenger ticket revenues rose to $651.8 million versus $20.8 million last year. Cruise operating expense for the quarter was $1.2 billion compared to $283 million last year. The operating loss…

Benzinga

UK's Johnson, Ukraine's Zelenskiy discussed provision of longer-range weapons - Downing Street

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy discussed the possible supply of longer-range weaponry by Britain to Ukraine's armed forces in a call on Thursday, a spokesperson for Johnson's office said.

Reuters

What role for cryptocurrency in the 21st century?

Cryptocurrency has become a global phenomenon in recent years. More mainstream financial institutions are now embracing crypto assets, while two countries have adopted Bitcoin as legal tender. But there are many concerns around the technology and its capacity to disrupt traditional financial systems, even as Russia's war in Ukraine has…

France 24

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Drone Giant DJI's Russia Halt Pressures Other China Big-Techs

Key Takeaways: DJI has halted its Russia and Ukraine business and will reassess requirements in different legal jurisdictions, following wide-ranging western sanctions on Russia Other Chinese companies facing similar dilemmas include Alibaba, Lenovo, Huawei and Xiaomi By Tina Yip

Benzinga

Vladimir Putin was once nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize, according to Russian media

Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine has devastated millions of lives. However, according to Russian media, President Vladimir Putin has previously been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize

Daily Mirror

Ukraine war: Russian tests and Putin's threats recall the nuclear fears of the cold war

Russia is reported to have held drills this week simulating “nuclear-capable strikes”. According to a statement by Russia’s ministry of defence, forces of the Baltic Fleet in the Kaliningrad region, conducted training sessions to “deliver mock missile strikes with the crews of the Iskander operational-tactical missile systems”. The Iskander has…

The Conversation

Fiji seizes Russian oligarch’s $300m yacht at US request

US Justice Department task force has focused on seizing Russian yachts and luxury assets following invasion of Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Akim Aliu graphic novel explores how he confronted racism in hockey

Aimed for an audience of 8- to 12-year-olds, Aliu shares his journey of dealing with the difficulties of assimilating in Ukraine and Canada and the hazing and systemic racism he experienced pursuing his dream of playing pro hockey.

Chicago Sun-Times

Explainer: How does conscription work in Russia?

Spring conscription is under way in Russia, fuelling anxieties that young men will be sent to Ukraine’s front lines.

Al Jazeera

Exclusive-WHO members to consider shutting Europe hub office in Russia over Ukraine - document

World Health Organization states will consider a resolution against Russia next week after its invasion of Ukraine, including the possible closure of a major regional office in Moscow, a document obtained by Reuters showed on Thursday.

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Vladimir Putin faces dissent as Russian servicemen challenge illegal war order

A total of 25 national guard servicemen who report to Vladimir Putin are set to go to court on Thursday over their illegal dismissal after they refused to enter a foreign war zone

Foreign Policy

Dockworkers Worldwide Are Trying to Stop Russia’s War

Manual laborers keep the world moving—and can slow it down.

Newslaundry

Daily Dose Ep 1038: Internet suspended in Bhilwara, Jignesh Mevani convicted in 2017 case

Veronica Joseph brings you the news from Rajasthan, Gujarat, the Supreme Court and Ukraine.

Zenger

VIDEO: Fireball As Ukrainian Unit Blasts Russian Armour

The strike is said to have taken place in the south of the region of Kharkiv Oblast in north-eastern Ukraine.

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VIDEO: Running Scared: Russian Soldiers Flee Base As It Is Shelled By Ukrainian Troops

In the footage, Russian soldiers are seen entering a village building that is then blitzed by Ukrainian shells.

Reuters

Fighting blocks evacuation attempts at Mariupol steel works, fighter says

A Ukrainian fighter holed up in a vast steel works in the southern city of Mariupol accused Russian forces of breaking a promise to allow a ceasefire on Thursday so that civilians could be evacuated.

Chronicle Live

Northumberland breweries' anti-imperial stout for Ukraine launches this week after raising around £4,000

The beer, named Resist, has raised around £4,000 for the Red Cross in Ukraine

InsideEVs

About 150,000 People In Ukraine Are Using Elon Musk's Starlink Internet

Not long ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent Starlink terminals to Ukraine. Since then, shipments have ramped, and the country is relying on the innovative tech.

Los Angeles Times

Zelenskyy pleads for evacuations as battle at last Mariupol holdout rages

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pleaded Thursday for a cease-fire to allow the evacuation of civilians trapped in a sprawling complex of underground bunkers and tunnels beneath a Mariupol steel plant, where fighters continue to try to fend off the Russian troops who have taken over the rest…

The Independent UK

Aliu lands book deal on how he confronted racism in hockey

Former pro hockey player Akim Aliu has a graphic novel in the works that tells his story and how he overcame racism and poverty

Al Jazeera

The kidnapping of Ukraine’s ‘Angels of Taira’ medic

The husband of decorated volunteer medic Yulia Pajevska who was abducted in mid-March shares his fears for her safety.

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