The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Xi, Putin Hail Ties As 'Stabilizing' Force In Chaotic World

Leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin framed their nations' ties as a stabilizing force in a chaotic world as they met Thursday in Beijing, where the Russian president is seeking greater Chinese support for his war effort in Ukraine and isolated economy.

International Business Times · May 16, 2024

Ukraine Says Halted Russian 'Advance' In Some Kharkiv Zones

The Ukrainian army said on Thursday it had partially halted a Russian advance in the northeast, where Moscow has secured its largest territorial gains in 18 months over the last week.

International Business Times · May 16, 2024

How Russia has advanced in Kharkiv despite warnings attack was coming

Shortage of munitions, fighters and air defences leaves Ukraine unprepared to repel attack

The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024

Vladimir Putin strengthens friendship with Xi Jinping on state visit to China

China’s leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Thursday as he began a two-day state visit.

Evening Standard · May 16, 2024

Putin And Xi Strengthen Strategic Partnership Against The West

Explore the evolving Russia-China alliance, marked by economic ties, military cooperation, and shared anti-Western stance amidst global security concerns.

Top News · May 16, 2024

Putin And Xi Strengthen Ties Amid Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Putin's state visit to China amid Ukraine conflict highlights strengthening ties with Xi Jinping and ongoing collaboration between the tw...

Top News · May 16, 2024

Xi Jinping is now Vladimir Putin's 'big brother': How Russia-China ties changed over the years

NEW DELHI: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Thursday for a two-day state visit to China, underscoring the solidarity between the two allies as Russia continues its new offensive in Ukraine.

The Times of India · May 16, 2024

Zelenskiy says situation is ‘difficult’ on visit to Kharkiv; Putin calls China relationship an international ‘stabilising factor’ – as it happened

Ukrainian military says its has forced Russia to reduce tempo of offensive; Russian president thanks Xi Jinping for ‘trying to solve Ukraine crisis’

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

‘Old friend’ Putin and China’s Xi strengthen strategic ties at summit

Leaders present relationship as stabilising force as Putin expresses gratitude to crucial ally in Ukraine war.

Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 812

As the war enters its 812th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024