The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

EU reaches deal on using profits from Russia’s frozen assets for Ukraine

10% of the windfall profits will fund non-lethal aid to assuage EU member states that do not wish to fund arms

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024

Ukraine Lawmakers Back Bill Allowing Prisoners To Join Army

Ukraine's parliament on Wednesday passed a bill that would enable some prisoners to fight in the armed forces, as the nation faces a critical shortage of manpower on the front lines.

International Business Times · May 8, 2024

UK armed forces chief urges US to ‘stay strong’ and resist isolationism

‘Sticking together’ is vital as world becomes more dangerous, says Adm Sir Tony Radakin on Washington visit

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024

Ukraine Warns Of Outages After 'Massive' Attack On Power Plants

Ukraine on Wednesday warned of possible power shutdowns across the country after a "massive" wave of Russian missiles and drones targeted the battered Ukrainian energy system.

International Business Times · May 8, 2024

India arrests four for duping young men into fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Arrests come two months after investigators conducted raids across 13 locations in India and detained several people.

Al Jazeera · May 8, 2024

First Thing: Israel launches Rafah offensive as UN warns of ‘a human catastrophe’

The US paused shipment of 3,500 bombs over fears they would fuel killing in Rafah, it has emerged. Plus, Ukraine says it foiled Zelenskiy assassination plot

The Guardian - UK · May 8, 2024

The world must reject Russia’s nuclear posturing – but not ignore the danger

The closer Nato hugs Ukraine, the more Putin is sure to brandish his nuclear arms, and the greater the risk he uses them

The Guardian - US · May 8, 2024

Russia launches 'massive' wave of attacks on Ukraine's energy facilities

Around 350 rescuers are working to minimise the damage caused by Russia’s biggest airstrike in weeks

Evening Standard · May 8, 2024

Ukraine Suffers New Wave Of Attacks On Infrastructure

While Ukrainian troops struggle to hold the front line more than two years into the war, Moscow has intensified strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, triggering blackouts and electricity rationing across the country.

International Business Times · May 8, 2024

Russia Launches Aerial Attacks On Ukraine's Energy Facilities

Russia's aerial attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities escalate violence, requiring urgent international attention.

Top News · May 8, 2024