The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

India vows to protect its interests as US prepares 100% tariffs for countries importing Russian oil

Graham’s bill to hit Russian oil importers has potential implications for US-India ties and international energy market, says New Delhi

The Independent UK · Sep 17

Houthi offensive in Yemen adds to fear that Iran war could escalate into a wider global conflict

Yemen’s Houthis have launched a major offensive in recent days. They’ve rapidly swept down the Red Sea coast, seizing strategically important positions and giving the Iran-backed rebel group the potential to control traffic through this vital waterway.

The Conversation · Sep 17

Russian barrage of missiles and drones on Ukraine injures at least 19, including children

A Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital and surrounding areas has injured at least 19 people, according to authorities

The Independent UK · Sep 17

Ukraine war briefing: Drone kills Russian commander just decorated after fake victory claim

Maj Gen Anton Grunis was praised by Vladimir Putin for purported capture of Kostiantynivka; UK names intel officer who died in Ukraine road crash. What we know on day 1,667

The Guardian - AU · Sep 17

US lawmakers pass bill giving Trump more power to sanction Russia and its enablers

Act divides Democrats and Republicans, with some saying it gives president power that could be turned against US allies

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16

Putin’s United Russia will win – but vote tally, turnout and level of coercion will tell the real story of Russia’s wartime elections

Russia’s parliamentary elections will take place on Sept. 18-20, 2026, amid the ongoing war with Ukraine. Given the backdrop of an energy crisis, battlefield failures in Ukraine and fears of more national conscription at home, you might think that the Kremlin should have reason for concern.

The Conversation · Sep 16

Robust House majority backs sanctions on Russia and Iran

The House voted Wednesday evening to pass sanctions legislation targeting Russia and Iran, sending the long-delayed package to the Oval Office. The vote was 262-159 on the bill, which includes a childhood education measure that the Senate had used as a vehicle for the sanctions text. The Senate passed the…

Roll Call · Sep 16

Putin urges Russians to vote in parliamentary election as show of support for Ukraine war

Russian President Vladimir ⁠Putin on Wednesday described voter turnout in the upcoming parliamentary election as a barometer of public support for Russia’s war against Ukraine and urged voters to go to the polls. It will be Russia's first parliamentary election since the Kremlin launched its offensive in February 2022.

France 24 · Sep 16

Intelligence officer named as UK soldier who died in Ukraine road crash

Major Paul Wilks died in a road traffic accident away from the front lines on Saturday September 12.

Evening Standard · Sep 16

UK armed forces member killed in Ukraine road traffic accident named by MoD

Major Paul Wilks, 40, was killed in a traffic accident away from the front lines on Saturday

The Independent UK · Sep 16