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Ukraine/Russia

Putin suggests putting Ukraine under UN-sponsored external governance, accuses Kyiv of violating ceasefire -- March 28, 2025

A Ukrainian official said it was Russia that attacked the gas transit point in Sudzha

The Globe and Mail - World - 13 minutes ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine expects strong Western response to Russian drone attacks

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday (Mar 29) that Ukraine expected a strong response from Western countries to the nearly daily Russian drone attacks on its territory. Within an hour

Channel NewsAsia - World - 40 minutes ago

Saturday's scores: Smyrna softball team blanks Odessa

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Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Ukraine says Russia struck military hospital in Kharkiv

Ukraine accused Russia on Saturday of striking a military hospital in the northeastern city of Kharkiv, damaging the building and wounding military personnel undergoing treatment, which it condemned as a war crime.

CTV News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Five in Ukraine killed in drone strikes as Russia claims advances on ground

Kyiv and Moscow have stepped up their aerial attacks as US pushes the warring parties to agree on a ceasefire.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

UK private school crest found on Ukrainian soldier killed in Russia (VIDEO)

A Ukrainian soldier killed in Kursk Region was found with the crest of King Charles III’s alma mater, RIA Novosti has said

Russia Today - World - 7 hours ago

Ukraine War Map Reveals New Breakthrough Inside Russia

Ukrainian troops have been progressing in the Belgorod region with the aim of diverting Moscow's troops from Kursk, it has been reported.

Newsweek - World - 7 hours ago

Ukrainians Predict Russia Is Preparing for Spring Offensive Amid Ceasefire Talks

Russian forces are preparing to launch a fresh military offensive in the coming weeks, Ukrainian government and military analysts said.

Breitbart - Politics - 10 hours ago

Zelensky Issues Ultimatum Over Trump's Minerals Deal

Ukraine's president says membership of the European Union takes priority over a rare earths agreement.

Newsweek - World - 12 hours ago

Ukraine braces for new Russian attack to gain leverage in peace talks

As spring approaches, Russia is preparing for a significant military offensive aimed at strengthening its negotiating position in cease-fire discussions,...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Russia and India discussing ways to boost trade beyond $100bn

India and Russia are discussing new ways to deepen ties at the first bilateral conference hosted by Moscow

Russia Today - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump assesses Ukraine conflict settlement

“There’s a lot of ill will” between Russia and Ukraine impeding peace, Donald Trump has said

Russia Today - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Four killed in mass Russian drone attack on Dnipro, Ukraine says -- Another 21 people are injured, as a restaurant and several buildings are set ablaze in the city, local officials say.

Another 21 people are injured, as a restaurant and several buildings are set ablaze in the city, local officials say.

BBC News - World - 16 hours ago

Russian drone attack kills four, wounds 21 in Ukraine

A Russian drone attack killed at least four people and wounded 21 in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, damaging high-rise buildings and triggering fires in a hotel, service stations and homes, an official said Saturday.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 16 hours ago

Russia Seeks to Balance Ties With US, China: Official

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk says that Moscow would seek to balance its relationship between Washington and Beijing.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump Pushes for Ukraine Minerals Agreement Despite Delays

Ukraine is still evaluating a draft agreement with the United States regarding its mineral resources, despite numerous changes to the deal's terms and ongoing negotiations.

OilPrice.com - World - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Won't Treat US Aid as Loans, Will Review New Minerals Deal

Kyiv won’t treat U.S. aid as debt and is still assessing Washington’s latest minerals agreement proposal, the Ukrainian president says.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Putin Suggests China and North Korea Join Ukraine Ceasefire Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin says China and North Korea should be included in ceasefire negotiations for the war in Ukraine.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

JD Vance Warns There's 'Very Strong Evidence' China, Russia Want Greenland

Vice President Vance's remarks in Greenland came as President Trump continued to advocate for a U.S. takeover of the island.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine has to choose between becoming a US or Russian colony

The latest US offer to trade Ukraine’s minerals for back pay is nothing short of a colonial protection racket, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Key points from Putin's speech on placing Ukraine under UN control

The Russian president has proposed placing Ukraine under a temporary international administration as a possible way to resolve the conflict

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

U.S. says Ukraine determines own governance after Putin suggests temporary administration -- News

Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested Ukraine be placed under a form of temporary administration to allow for new elections and the signature of key accords to reach a settlement in the war, Russian news agencies reported early on Friday.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Paranoia rebranded: The EU is desperate to sell its people more Ukraine war

Peacekeepers are now a “reassurance force”, rearming is now “readiness”, and citizens should stock up on emergency supplies

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Russia convicts members of Ukraine's Azov regiment on terrorism charges -- News

A Russian military court on Wednesday handed down long prison sentences to 12 members of Ukraine's Azov regiment, which led the defence of the city of Mariupol in the early months of the war and is designated as a "terrorist organization" by Russia.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Putin Suggests External UN Government to Steer Ukraine Through Peace Process

The Russian president renewed his argument that the current Ukrainian government is illegitimate and suggested Kyiv may renege on a peace deal.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Efforts to rearm Europe stumble as Trump 'kicks over the chessboard' of the Ukraine war

EU must take replace rhetoric with deeds and increase military power to ensure Putin takes heed, European commissioner for defence warns

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Global firms lining up to return to Russia – Putin aide

Major foreign companies are reportedly looking to re-enter the country’s market amid Ukraine ceasefire talks

Russia Today - Business - 1 day ago

Trump administration rejects Putin's proposal that the U.N. should govern Ukraine

The Russian president cited East Timor and Papua New Guinea among potential models for the potential future governance of Ukraine by the United Nations.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine war: Global powers must unite for a lasting peace

Proposals for short-term ceasefires and truces have come up time and again amid this turmoil. However, these temporary fixes are dreadfully insufficient. They are not answers; they are only breaks in an unending cycle of violence

First Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

Italy pours cold water on pro-Ukraine 'coalition of the willing'

Western Europe must be working with the US to achieve peace between Russia and Ukraine, Giorgia Meloni has said

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Putin's move: Why Ukraine fears the ceasefire deal it helped shape

Kiev pushed for a deal — now it’s nervous about the outcome

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia will 'finish off' Kiev's forces – Putin

President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russian forces are gaining momentum and could soon “finish off” the Ukrainian army

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia must keep Trump in play, use his inclination, desire to end the conflict to its advantage: Kanwal Sibal

Given Putin’s allergy towards Western peacekeeping force, former foreign secretary sees role for India as ‘honest peace monitor’ should the plan be ratified by UNSC

First Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

Putin suggests temporary administration for Ukraine to end war

The Kremlin leader has been accused by Ukraine and European leaders of trying to prolong ceasefire talks without any serious intent of stopping fighting.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

New phrase called into action at Ukraine summit but it lacked real clarity

Sir Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Paris and discussed a "reassurance force" that might be in place to police a ceasefire with Russia.

Sky News - World - 2 days ago

▶ - Macron Speaks to Media After Summit to Discuss Efforts to End War in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron holds a news conference at 9 a.m. ET on March 27 after a summit to discuss ongoing efforts to end the war, security assura...

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Russia wants crippling sanctions ditched for Ukraine ceasefire. Europe has other ideas

Speaking in Paris at the so-called Coalition of the Willing summit, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused Vladimir Putin of “playing games and playing for time”.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Macron Says Proposed European Force in Ukraine Could Respond to Russian Attack

France and the UK have spearheaded a plan for a European force in Ukraine, but divisions remain with threat of direct conflict with Moscow.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Russia hit Ukraine's power infrastructure, US should react: Zelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday said Russian artillery had caused damage to Ukraine's energy infrastructure in the front-line city of...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

European leaders backing Ukraine say now's not the time to lift Russian sanctions

The Trump administration has restarted diplomatic conversations with Russia regarding the U.S.'s interest in seeing an end to their war in Ukraine.

Washington Examiner - World - 2 days ago

Zelenskyy says Russia hit Ukraine's power infrastructure, U.S. should react

Moscow accused Kyiv on Wednesday of using drones to attack energy facilities in Russia's Kursk and Bryansk regions, and in the occupied Crimean peninsula.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

UK and France to send military chiefs to Ukraine to plan for ceasefire

It came as the prime minister hinted a ceasefire could be agreed in ‘weeks not months’

Independent UK - Politics - 2 days ago

Starmer calls for deadline on Ukraine peace talks to stop Putin's 'games'

Sir Keir Starmer said plans for a military deployment to Ukraine were being stepped up to secure any peace deal.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

France and Britain mandated to lead Ukraine coalition against Russia

ALBAWABA- European leaders gathered in Paris on Thursday for the latest meeting of the "coalition of the willing," a group of nations aiming to support

Albawaba - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine Rare Earths Deal Is Nonsense To Mining Experts

Despite the risks and limited returns, a minerals-for-reconstruction deal appears to be moving forward.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 2 days ago

French president says not all European allies agree on a proposed force for Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron said France and Britain, which are driving the initiative, would forge ahead with a 'reassurance force' with several countries.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 days ago

Putin is 'playing games' on Ukraine peace, says Keir Starmer

Emmanuel Macron says a Franco-British team will travel to Ukraine to help Kyiv bolster its military

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Moment of strike in Russia's massive drone assault on Kharkiv

Video. A Russian drone attack on Kharkiv injured 12, including a child. Ukrainian forces intercepted 42 of 86 drones, while fires raged at a production facility.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Zelensky Declares Ukraine Will 'Never Cede' Occupied Territories to Russia, Suggests Trump Being Naive About Putin

Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will "never cede" occupied territories to Russia while expressing doubts about the Trump-led peace efforts.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

US says Russia escalated Ukraine conflict by deploying North Koreans

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday that the outgoing administration was adding fuel to the fire and seeking to escalate the conflict in Ukraine.

Euractiv - World - 2 days ago

Extra 3,000 North Korean soldiers sent to Russia in 2025

ALBAWABA - The South Korean military reportedly said that North Korea sent an additional 3,000 soldiers to help Russia amid the ongoing war with Ukraine

Albawaba - World - 2 days ago

Things to know about the limited ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine brokered by the US

After three days of intense negotiations, the Trump administration, Ukraine and Russia agreed to a limited ceasefire in which the key details, including what was covered and how it will start, were disputed by the warring sides.

AP News - World - 3 days ago

Macron says peacekeeping force could 'respond' if Ukraine attacked

‘The only ones who would, at that moment, trigger a conflict, a bellicose situation, would be the Russians if they decided again to launch an aggression’, says French leader

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Reports Suggest China Could Participate in Ukraine Peacekeeping Mission

Reports suggest China may participate in a Ukraine peacekeeping mission, but these claims are disputed, raising questions about Russia's acceptance and the strategic implications of such involvement.

OilPrice.com - World - 3 days ago

US claims breakthrough in Black Sea deal with Ukraine, Russia

The U.S. has reached a preliminary agreement with Ukraine and Russia to halt Black Sea hostilities and safeguard commercial navigation, but key details...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

Russia strikes Ukraine port despite ceasefire deal

The attacks came just hours after the United States reached separate deals with Ukraine and Russia to stop fighting in the Black Sea

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Russia, Ukraine agree to truce at sea and ban on energy attacks

The agreements, if implemented, would represent the clearest progress yet towards a wider ceasefire that Washington sees as a stepping stone toward peace talks.

CNBC - Politics - 4 days ago

US, Russia mend fences in Ukraine truce talks as strike injures 90

U.S. and Russian officials convened in Saudi Arabia on Monday to negotiate a partial cease-fire in Ukraine, even as a missile strike wounded dozens in the...

Daily Sabah - World - 5 days ago

Fears Putin can use human rights law against UK Ukraine peacekeepers

Calls for prime minister Keir Starmer to create exemption from the European Convention on Human Rights

Independent UK - Politics - 5 days ago

Eyes set on Black Sea truce as US, Russia discuss Ukraine war

U.S. and Russian officials met in Saudi Arabia on Monday to discuss a potential broad cease-fire in Ukraine, with Washington prioritizing a separate Black...

Daily Sabah - World - 5 days ago

Opinion | These 4 Small Nations Can Teach Something To Israel And Russia

The stories of Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan and Armenia-Azerbaijan are hopeful signs in an otherwise dysfunctional global order where neighbours, with the help of their respective benefactors, have been able to make way for peace.

NDTV - Opinion - 5 days ago

'Putin personally allowed me to hunt them': How fraudsters use repression against LGBTQ+ people in Russia

There is a rise in cases of blackmailing LGBTQ+ people over the past two years. Criminals often act out of political motives rather than just for financial gain

Global Voices - Top Stories - 5 days ago

US, Ukraine to meet Sunday in Saudi Arabia for ceasefire talks

Both countries confirmed earlier this week that ceasefire negotiations would continue in the Middle East, with Russia also expected to participate.

Washington Examiner - World - 6 days ago

Phantom people: How the Tver Karelians live in Russia

After the war, during the Soviet era, speaking Tver Karelian became a source of embarrassment - it was associated with rural life and “traditional” ways, which clashed with Soviet ideology.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 7 days ago

In Ukraine Trump is playing at Monopoly, while Putin plays chess

Donald Trump’s latest peace bid for Ukraine focused on a piece of real estate, the Zaporizhzhia power plant, in his latest phone call with Volodymyr Zelensky. The US would take over the repairs and management of the complex, the biggest nuclear generating facility in Europe, and tenth in the world.

Evening Standard - Opinion - 8 days ago

Opinion | Why Is Trump Invoking JFK? Hint: Russia

Now that the Trump administration is avowedly in favour of peace with Russia, invoking JFK's memory works in their favour.

NDTV - Opinion - 8 days ago

EU Continues Military Support for Ukraine Amid Talks

The European Union pledges to maintain military support for Ukraine and seeks a role in the peace process, despite ongoing cease-fire talks and differing approaches among member states.

OilPrice.com - World - 9 days ago

State Department cuts funding for program tracking abducted Ukrainian children brought to Russia

Tammy Bruce, the State Department's top spokeswoman, indicated to reporters that the program was not aligned with the administration's foreign policy plans.

Washington Examiner - World - 10 days ago

Snap Insight: No Ukraine ceasefire – Putin has called Trump's bluff

US President Donald Trump might realise soon that more pressure on Russia will be the only way to move towards an actual peace deal, says international security expert Stefan Wolff.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 10 days ago

Three-war hat trick: An impossible delusion of Trump's? -- For his next magic trick, President Donald Trump is determined to end three wars: one is in Gaza, the second in Ukraine and the third a conflict with Iran. Some will argue that these are impossible delusions.

For his next magic trick, President Donald Trump is determined to end three wars: one is in Gaza, the second in Ukraine and the third a conflict with Iran. Some will argue that these are impossible delusions.

UPI - Opinion - 12 days ago

Trump-Putin Set to Discuss Cease-Fire in Ukraine War

President Trump is set to speak with President Putin on March 18 to explore a potential cease-fire in the Ukraine war, focusing on discussions about land, power plants, and security guarantees.

OilPrice.com - World - 12 days ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Commentary: The global divide over the Ukraine war

The Global South is still struggling to cope with the Ukraine war’s economic fallout, says professor of strategic studies Brahma Chellaney.

Channel NewsAsia - Opinion - 15 days ago

Trump allows waiver for Biden-era Russia sanctions to expire – media

The US Treasury has opted not to extend a waiver from sanctions on Russian enacted during President Joe Biden’s administration

Russia Today - Business - 15 days ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 16 days ago

Russia criticizes US cease-fire idea for Ukraine as Putin plays hardball

Moscow's advances along front in recent months and Trump's attempt to strike peace deal to end three-year-old conflict have raised fears that Kyiv, which was backed by the West, could lose the war

YNET News - World - 16 days ago

Iran beach soccer lose to Russia on penalties

TEHRAN, Mar. 12 (MNA) – Iran beach soccer team lost to Russia 4-3 in penalty shootout in a friendly match Tuesday night.

Mehr News Agency - Sports - 17 days ago

Ukraine says ready for 30-day cease-fire, as US resumes military aid and intelligence sharing

After 9 hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia, Washington and Kiev announced that Ukraine agreed to temporary cease-fire with Russia, and US resumption of providing combat equipment and critical information; Ukraine: 'The offer is positive and will prove whether Russia wants peace or not,' Trump: 'I will speak with Putin this week, hoping for a full cease-fire within days. I will invite Zelensky back'

YNET News - World - 18 days ago

What happens to the Middle East if Russia and the US stop being enemies?

The US might ignore Russia reasserting itself in Libya and Syria, but Trump and Putin will still compete over Gulf cash

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 22 days ago

Zelensky ready to make a deal, Trump tells Congress

Trump reads out from a letter sent by the Ukrainian president, adding that Zelensky is ready to sign a mineral deal at any time; the president barely mentions the Middle East in a 100-minute speach as freed hostages listen on

YNET News - World - 24 days ago

EU spending more on Russian energy than on Ukraine aid – Trump

The EU has continued to rely on energy imports from the sanctioned country, according to industry data

Russia Today - Business - 25 days ago

Trump pauses all US military aid to Ukraine after angry clash with Zelensky

US president suggests minerals deal with Ukraine still possible; Vance says best security is US economic stake in Ukraine; European leaders propose peace plan, seek US support

YNET News - World - 25 days ago

After Trump-Zelensky showdown, Netanyahu should take note that friendship with president could end

Opinion: Despite seemingly strong and friendly bond between Israel and US, Zelensky shouting match shows POTUS may be driven more by impulses and frustrations, than clear policy goals

YNET News - Opinion - 27 days ago

Trump-Zelenskyy clash stuns world as Europe reaffirms Ukraine support

European leaders rallied behind Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after his heated exchange with Donald Trump on Friday, sparking global concerns and...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 month ago

Russia in the Mediterranean: Military shift from Syria to Libya

Russia shifts military focus to Libya, enhancing influence and posing new Mediterranean security risks

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 1 month ago

From Russia to the EU: The high stakes of Meta's content moderation shift

As Mark Zuckerberg rolls out an “anti-censorship” policy for all Meta subsidiaries, we must be careful to not repeat Vladimir Putin’s playbook.

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

Ukraine captured 2 North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia

Ukraine's forces have captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian troops in Russia's Kursk border region, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday.

Washington Times - World - 2 months ago

In the Ukraine Conflict, Fake Fact-Checks Are Being Used to Spread Disinformation

Social media posts debunking purported Ukrainian disinformation are themselves fake. That doesn’t stop them from being featured on Russian state TV.

ProPublica - Technology - 3 months ago

Former British soldier fighting for Ukraine captured by Russia in Kursk

James Scott Rhys Anderson is shown in a video with his hands appearing tied together

Telegraph UK - World - 4 months ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 8 months ago

IOC president blasts Ukraine – media

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Back has reportedly urged Kiev against calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 years ago