Signs of wealthy Russians shifting money out of UK to avoid possible sanctions Reports suggest Roman Abramovich may be trying to sell properties in UK and Chelsea FC The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
Ukraine war upends Biden's agenda on energy, climate change As Russian troops move deeper into Ukraine, President Joe Biden is taking steps to rein in rising energy costs – even if those moves run counter to his agenda for addressing climate change The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
How the west’s foreign policy of self-interest crumbled Letters: For too long in foreign crises, we have offered only rhetoric where we calculated that it best served our interests, writes Neil Blackshaw. Plus letters from Roy Boffy and Sally Churchill The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022
‘It will be bloody’: The ex-Russian soldier who made a life in the UK now standing up to Putin’s forces Arkadi fought for the Soviet Union during the Afghan war and later moved to London to start a new life. Now, as a proud resident of Kyiv, he is doing what he can to support his adopted country of Ukraine The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
How much is Chelsea worth? Club's value with Roman Abramovich listening to offers One of the most successful and richest clubs in world football is up for sale as Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has come under increased pressure following his alleged connections to Vladimir Putin Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022
Mum and daughter's tearful reunion on Ukraine border after fleeing home country Six days after Russian leader Vladimir Putin first waged war, the refugee crisis was last night deepening with more than 850,000 having left Ukraine since the war started Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022
Ukraine evening round-up: Johnson accuses Putin of war crimes He condemned 'abhorrent' attacks on the people of Ukraine Wales Online · Mar 2, 2022
Factbox-Russia hit with sanctions from around the world after Ukraine invasion The European Union, the United States, Britain and others have hit Russia with a wide range of sanctions after its invasion of Ukraine. Reuters · Mar 2, 2022
As war rages on, what is Vladimir Putin’s endgame? While Vladimir Putin was massing his troops along Ukraine’s border, he caught the attention of the West’s leaders. They beat a path to his door to persuade him not to invade. However, he got mixed messages from the UK, the US and the EU and was emboldened not dissuaded. His… Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022
Trevor Noah: ‘Putin doesn’t know what it’s like to lose’ Late-night hosts discuss the Ukrainian resistance, Biden’s State of Union speech, and Putin getting stripped of his honorary taekwondo black belt The Guardian - US · Mar 2, 2022
Volodymyr Zelensky: Channel 4 to air documentary on Ukraine president amid Russia invasion ‘The Man Who Took on Putin’ will explore Zelensky’s beliefs and ideals The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
Putin's nuclear comments lead to rush for iodine in Central Europe Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Vladimir Putin's comments that Moscow's nuclear deterrent is on high alert have unleashed a wave of anxiety in Central Europe, with people rushing to buy iodine which they believe may protect them from radiation. Reuters · Mar 2, 2022
Ukrainian flag raised at West Dunbartonshire Council offices in show of solidarity The council leader has pledged the local authority will “play our part” in housing war refugees. Daily Record · Mar 2, 2022
US, allies weaponizing sanctions to curb Russian aggression President Joe Biden and U.S. allies in a matter of days have weaponized the global economy against Russia for invading Ukraine The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
Wales Online · Mar 2, 2022 Is Putin winning? Military expert outlines Russia's strategic aims and how close they are to achieving them The idea is to break the will of the Ukrainian people to resist
Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022 Who is Ukrainian first lady Olena Zolenska - comedy writer turned women's rights campaigner Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stunned the world by standing up to Russian leader Vladimir Putin. His wife Olena has continued to show her support for the campaign against Russian invaders
The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022 We must confront Russian propaganda – even when it comes from those we respect The grim truth is that for years, a small part of the ‘anti-imperialist’ left has been recycling Putin’s falsehoods, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022 Russia’s war in Ukraine: complete guide in maps, video and pictures Where is fighting happening and how did we get here?
Chronicle Live · Mar 2, 2022 "This could have been stopped": Ex Russian spy hiding in Northumberland devastated by Ukraine invasion Former KGB double agent Viktor Makarov, who lives in a Haltwhistle hide out, believes Putin's threat was not taken seriously enough by western leaders
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022 UK-based Russians ‘horrified’ by war in Ukraine Many Russians living in Britain have denounced President Vladimir Putin’s actions.
Reason · Mar 2, 2022 Don't Cancel Regular Russians Yanking The Batman from Moscow theaters won’t bring peace to Ukraine, it will just sever much-needed cultural connection with everyday Russians.
Wales Online · Mar 2, 2022 Scared, worried for the people of Ukraine and fearing for their own futures - how schoolchildren in Wales are feeling after the Russian invasion They want to help and show their support for the people of Ukraine as Putin's forces pound the country
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022 Johnson accuses Putin’s forces of war crimes over the ‘barbarism’ in Ukraine Boris Johnson condemned the ‘abhorrent assault’ on Ukraine as he answered Prime Minister’s Questions.
Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022 Marcelo Bielsa a rare reminder of football's decency after fetid FIFA response to Russia In a week in which FIFA caved to revulsion over its cowardly Russia stance, Bielsa reminded us that inspirational individuals can still make football beautiful
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022 Some Russian oligarchs speak out, cautiously, against war Russia’s war on Ukraine has sent shockwaves through the global community of wealthy Russians who have built luxurious lives in the West while keeping close to the Kremlin