World
War in Ukraine
Drone Swarm Attacks Another Russian Oil Refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban
In the middle of the sham election designed to ensure Putin’s rule till the end of the decade, a barrage of drones capped a week that hobbled Russia’s energy sector.
March 17, 2024
Russia
OPINION: Violence as a Campaign Tactic in Russian Elections
The incidence of Russian elections being frequently accompanied by violent acts is not a new phenomenon, but the upsurge over the last 20 years has coincided with the rise of Vladimir Putin.
March 16, 2024
Russia
Explosions Reported in Belgorod as Pro-Kyiv Militias Warn of Attack on Military Facilities Within the City
Fresh bombardments prompted authorities to close schools and shopping centres in the Belgorod region, undermining the Kremlin's efforts to isolate Russians from the war.
March 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
UN Commission Reports Continuing Violations of Human Rights by Russia
In its follow-up report to the UN on Friday, the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine said Russia’s disregard for the basic principles of humanitarian law continue unabated.
March 16, 2024
Putin
Putin Will Lead Until 'End of His Natural Life': Activist
Former KGB agent Putin has been in power as president or prime minister since 1999 and is casting the election as a show of loyalty and support for his military assault on Ukraine.
March 16, 2024
Russia
Ukrainian Strikes Rock Russia as Vote Cements Putin's Grip on Power
Polls opened this week but voting has been marred by an uptick in fatal Ukrainian bombardments and a series of incursions into Russian territory by pro-Ukrainian sabotage groups.
March 16, 2024
NATO
Finnish FM Says ‘West Shouldn’t Rule Out’ Troop Deployment in Ukraine
This statement follows French President Emmanuel Macron's recent refusal to dismiss the idea of sending troops to Ukraine, which has caused divisions among U.S. and European leaders.
March 16, 2024
Drawn Into War for Money: Stories of Foreign Mercenaries Recruited by Russia
Foreign mercenaries who fought for Russia and were captured by Ukrainian forces explain why they did so.
March 16, 2024
Germany
France, Germany, Poland Try to Mend Cracks by Setting out Joint Ukraine Priorities
German, French and Polish leaders highlighted on Friday (15 March) a joint set of priorities in supporting Ukraine, including stronger defence industrial cooperation, to quell rumours of disunity.
March 16, 2024
OPINION: History Shows That Reality Will Eventually Catch Up to Putin
For all his despotic bravado, Putin has actually more reason to feel insecure than unassailable.
March 16, 2024
Ukraine
Morning News Update, March 16
Brussels Solidifies $4.9 Billion Funding for Ukraine; US Washington State Backs Ukraine in Meeting with Kyiv Oblast Governor; Sumy Officials Start Evacuations of Communities Close to Russian Border.
March 16, 2024
Russia
Two More Russian Oil Refineries Targeted in Overnight Drone Assaults
These attacks mark a continued onslaught against Russian oil enterprises, with more than 15 incidents recorded since the start of the year.
March 16, 2024
War in Ukraine
Putin 'Only Understands Force:' Russian Chess Legend
The former world chess champion, who last week was put on Russia's list of "extremists," called for more military aid to Kyiv against a "terrorist regime that only understands force."
March 16, 2024
Putin
Eurotopics: Russia Votes: Not Much of a Choice?
The vote will take place in the absence of both opposition candidates and independent international observers. Commentators discuss the election and how democratic Europe should respond.
March 16, 2024
Putin
Putin Vows Revenge for Ukrainian Attacks as Russians Vote
Putin addressed his security council and promised a harsh response to waves of Ukrainian aerial attacks on the frontier regions, which have also seen fierce fighting in recent days with pro-Kyiv sabotage groups.
March 16, 2024
HUR
‘We Are Doing Nothing, Just Panicking’ – Belgorod Resident Says as Cross-Border Fighting in Russia's West Continues
A newly published intercepted call suggests authorities in some parts of the Belgorod region are polling residents about evacuation plans.
March 16, 2024
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