Russia Claims Destruction Of Entire Row Of Ukrainian Howitzers Moscow is claiming that 1,026 Ukrainian troops have surrendered in the besieged city of Mariupol. Zenger · Apr 13, 2022
Russia tells Ukraine to 'watch out' after it captures pro-Kremlin politician Russia on Wednesday told Ukraine to "watch out" after its former Soviet neighbour captured pro-Kremlin politician Viktor Medvedchuk, turning down Kyiv's offer of a swap with a warning that those holding him might soon be detained themselves. Reuters · Apr 13, 2022
Scholz irritated by German president's aborted Ukraine visit Germany's president would have liked to visit Ukraine and the fact that he was not received there was "irritating", Chancellor Olaf Scholz told RBB public radio, adding that he had no immediate plans himself to visit Kyiv. Reuters · Apr 13, 2022
'Take this crap away with you' Douglas Ross faces angry voters in Edinburgh after backing Boris Johnson The Scottish Conservatives leader was joined on the campaign trail today by Ruth Davidson - despite the pair being split on whether the Prime Minister should stay in his job. Daily Record · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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. Reuters · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
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 · Apr 13, 2022
The Guardian - US · Apr 13, 2022 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
Al Jazeera · Apr 13, 2022 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.
Reuters · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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…
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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.
Al Jazeera · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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 · Apr 13, 2022 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…