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Russia claims 1,000 POWs captured in Mariupol; Ukraine says fight for city continues

DNIPRO, Ukraine — Russia asserted Wednesday that more than 1,000 Ukrainian troops in Mariupol had surrendered, dealing what would be a heavy blow to defenders’ desperate efforts to hold the strategic southern port city. But the claim could not be verified, and Ukraine said the battle continued.

Los Angeles Times

Ukraine war: the key role played by volunteer militias on both sides of the conflict

One of the features of modern warfare is the role played by non-state militias, and Ukraine is no exception. Reporting of the war has highlighted the role of the Wagner Group on the Russian side, for instance. This 6,000 strong mercenary force, which is usually based in Africa and recently…

The Conversation

More than 1,000 Ukraine marines have surrendered in Mariupol, says Russia

Moscow makes claim as leaders of four countries bordering Russia arrive in Kyiv in show of support for Ukraine

The Guardian - UK

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Who is Viktor Medvedchuk, Putin’s main man in Ukraine?

Medvedchuk was recently captured by Ukrainian forces having fled house arrest soon after the war began.

Al Jazeera

Bodies of 765 civilians recovered so far in Kyiv region, says prosecutor

Thirty children among dead found by Ukrainian authorities investigating killings, torture and rape

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine was a land of liberty — its fight to be free again unites us all

What can the world learn from the courage and wisdom of everyday Ukrainians? Their country has resisted a much larger and better equipped invasion force, defying most predictions while displaying the kind of heroism normally reserved for Hollywood movie productions. What are the lessons?

Evening Standard

Ukraine official denies Zelenskiy rejected visit offer from Germany's Steinmeier

An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's chief of staff, Serhiy Leshchenko, denied in an interview with CNN that Zelenskiy had rejected a visit offer from German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, as reported by the Bild newspaper.

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Desperate Kremlin makes FAKE BBC vid in shameless lie to blame Ukraine for Russia attack

A propaganda video with BBC-style credits has been spread online claiming to say that Ukraine was behind the missile strike at a train station in Kramatorsk that killed 50 people

Daily Mirror

Russia Closes in on Last Holdout in Ukrainian Port, Prepares for New Offensive

More than 1,000 Ukrainian marines have surrendered in the port of Mariupol, Russia's defense ministry said on Wednesday, signalling that it had moved closer to capturing the ruined city, its main strategic target in eastern Ukraine. Taking the Azovstal industrial district, where the marines have been holed up, would give…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Ukraine’s Zelensky mocks Putin over claim Russian invasion is going ‘to plan’

Moscow insists its offensive is unfolding as expected despite withdrawal and heavy losses

The Independent UK

Nato must help wind down this war – and stop stringing Ukraine along

Nato was never serious about admitting Ukraine. The Russian invasion has lowered Ukraine’s chances even further

The Guardian - US

Pentagon to meet largest US arms makers over Ukraine: Reports

The top eight defence contractors are invited to the meeting, which is reportedly aimed at upping assistance to Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of using phosphorous bombs, terror tactics

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Russia was using phosphorous bombs in Ukraine and he accused Moscow of deploying terror tactics against civilians.

Reuters

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

Ukraine warned that Russia was ramping up efforts in the South and East as it seeks full control of Mariupol, in what would be the first major city to fall, while Western governments committed more military help. Russia said it had taken control of Mariupol and that more than 1,000…

Reuters

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The Guardian - UK

How swearing became a weapon of resistance for Ukrainians

Their enthusiastic use of bad language contrasts with Putin’s linguistic prissiness – and shows that Russia doesn’t own Russian

Al Jazeera

Presidents of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland head to Ukraine

German president was scheduled to be part of the visit but said on Tuesday he was not welcome by Ukraine.

Tribune News Service

James Stavridis: Ukraine war's most potent weapon may be a cell phone

As the war in Ukraine pushes well into its second month, much of the outcome thus far — including Russian failures in executing their battle plans — is the result of logistics. Moscow has struggled abysmally to get gasoline, ammunition and food to its frontline troops. On the Ukrainian side,…

Al Jazeera

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events on day 49

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 49th day, we take a look at the main developments.

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Al Jazeera

Ukraine: Russia-backed separatist stirs fears of chemical weapons

Russia has allegedly used banned weapons several times in the past, including in the 2002 Moscow hostage crisis.

Reuters

Leaders of Poland and Baltic states head to Kyiv

The presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are on their way to Kyiv to meet Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, an adviser to the Polish leader said on Wednesday.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Putin Vows War Will Continue as Russian Troops Mount in East

Russia vowed to continue its bloody offensive in Ukraine as the war neared its seventh week Wednesday, as President Vladimir Putin insisted the campaign was going as planned despite a major withdrawal and significant losses. Thwarted in their push toward the capital, Kyiv, Russian troops focused on the eastern region…

The Independent UK

Why does Russia want to block Ukraine from joining Nato?

Vladimir Putin vehemently opposed to neighbouring state signing up to western military alliance

The Independent UK

Why has Russia invaded Ukraine? The conflict explained

Vladimir Putin’s military assault continues in face of near-unanimous international condemnation

The Independent UK

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War

The presidents of Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia say they are headed for Kyiv to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

The Guardian - AU

International Criminal Court chief prosecutor says ‘Ukraine is a crime scene’ after visiting Bucha – as it happened

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