Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 709 As the war enters its 709th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Feb 2, 2024
Ukraine's Military Leadership Faces Major Shakeup Amid War Criticism A major shakeup is expected in Ukraine's military leadership, with potential replacements for the top commander, raising critical concerns for the upcoming... Top News · Feb 2, 2024
US Senators Set Vote On Precarious Ukraine Aid Package The US Senate will vote next week on a border security package that would unlock vital aid for Ukraine, Democrats announced Thursday, as President Joe Biden hailed a $54 billion package approved by the war-torn nation's European allies. International Business Times · Feb 1, 2024
Schumer sets vote on border deal, potential showdown with Trump The Senate Majority Leader is pushing for a vote on the border deal and foreign aid package, setting up a showdown with Trump and his allies. Top News · Feb 1, 2024
Senate to vote next week on bipartisan border bill, Schumer says Top Senate Democrat gives timetable for vote on border security bill tied to Ukraine aid as Trump urges lawmakers to reject deal The Guardian - US · Feb 1, 2024
China urges Ukraine to remove firms from 'war sponsors' list China has urged Ukraine to remove its Chinese firms from a list of sponsors of war, emphasizing the importance of maintaining mutually beneficial relations. Top News · Feb 1, 2024
Ukrainian Couple Reunited after Russia POW Captivity A heartwarming story of a Ukrainian couple held as POWs by Russia, who are finally reunited after a long and difficult ordeal. Read more here. Top News · Feb 1, 2024
Morning Mail: $57m of ‘dark money’ in political donations, Biden sanctions Israeli settlers, new funds for Ukraine Donations data shows we don’t know the source of around 25% of funding The Guardian - AU · Feb 1, 2024
In a sign of commitment, EU unlocks aid for Ukraine as it fights off Russia Deal will help Ukraine cover its wartime deficit, but experts question what concessions were made to assure its passage. Al Jazeera · Feb 1, 2024
OPINION - Vladimir Putin has a 10-year-war plan aimed at dominating Europe Senior Nato analysts have advised the Supreme Commander of the alliance, General Christopher Cavoli, that Vladimir Putin is already carrying out a 10-year offensive to expand Russia’s power across Europe. “We may already be in year two of the plan, starting with the invasion of Ukraine two years ago,” a… Evening Standard · Feb 1, 2024
Russia Claims US Patriot Missiles Shot Down Military Plane Russia claims that the US Patriot missiles brought down one of its military transport planes during the Ukraine crisis, presenting alleged evidence. Top News · Feb 1, 2024
Ukraine claims it used sea drones to sink Russian warship Ukraine's military intelligence agency has posted footage of the apparent attack online Evening Standard · Feb 1, 2024
As EU leaders grow visibly irritated, has Viktor Orbán overplayed his hand? After years of punching above his weight on the international stage, Hungary’s far-right leader may be seeing the limits of his influence The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024
Chris Eubanks replaces injured Taylor Fritz in Davis Cup lineup Chris Eubanks replaces injured Taylor Fritz in the United States' Davis Cup lineup against Ukraine. Eubanks, ranked 32nd, will play Viacheslav Bielinskyi. ... Top News · Feb 1, 2024
International Business Times · Feb 1, 2024 Ukrainian Nuclear Staff Barred From Russia-held Plant: IAEA The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Thursday that workers from Ukraine's atomic energy operator Energoatom have been barred from the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 1, 2024 Ukraine thought to have sunk Russian warship near occupied Crimea Overnight drone attack deals another blow to Moscow’s fleet and demonstrates Kyiv’s expanding power in Black Sea
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 Ukraine Claims Sinking of Russian Corvette; Russia Alleges U.S. Involvement Ukraine claims to have used sea drones to sink a Russian corvette, while Russian investigators allege that a Ukrainian missile downed a Russian military plane.
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 Rift Emerges in Ukraine's Leadership Amid Top Military Chief's Dismissal Rumors The content discusses rumors of Ukraine's top military chief being dismissed, which could impact the country's military and play into Russian propaganda.
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 Senate Negotiators Struggle to Finalize Bipartisan Deal on Ukraine Aid Senate negotiators are struggling to finalize a bipartisan deal that would provide aid for Ukraine while addressing border policies, facing resistance from...
Al Jazeera · Feb 1, 2024 Is South Africa’s foreign policy contradictory or a balancing act? South Africa’s stance on global issues in the last year has confounded many. Some analysts say it is a balancing act.
WEKU · Feb 1, 2024 European Union approves $54 billion aid for Ukraine as Hungary drops opposition Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán had vetoed the aid package in December but joined other EU members in approving it at a summit in Brussels. His vote came with conditions the EU did not disclose.
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 Farmers Demand Relief as Prices Rise and Bureaucracy Increases Farmers in tractors create chaos in Brussels, demanding relief from rising prices and bureaucracy. They call for support ahead of EU parliamentary elections.
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 Major Prisoner Exchange Sees 400 POWs Released Between Russia-Ukraine Discover the recent major prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in the release of approximately 400 prisoners of war and bringing hope fo...
Top News · Feb 1, 2024 EU Leaders Seal Deal for Billion Support Package for Ukraine The leaders of the 27 EU countries have reached a deal to provide Ukraine with a billion support package for its economy, overcoming threats of a veto ...
WEKU · Feb 1, 2024 Up First briefing: Houses passes child tax credit bill; EU agrees on Ukraine aid The House approved a bipartisan bill that would expand the child tax credit. As tensions between Zelenskyy and his military chief rise, the EU agrees to more than $50 billion in aid for Ukraine.