Ukraine says Russian forces pushed back around Kyiv
Officials say more territory around Kyiv retaken by Ukrainian forces, but fierce fighting continues in other areas.
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Russia-Ukraine live news: ICRC to attempt new Mariupol evacuation
The aid group tries to reach Mariupol again as Ukraine says it planned seven humanitarian corridors for evacuations.
Sberbank’s UK arm faces collapse amid Russia sanctions
Sberbank's UK unit is London’s highest-profile financial casualty in the aftermath of the invasion of Ukraine.
Germany charges army reserve officer with spying for Russia
Ralph G was allegedly passing information to Russian spy agencies between 2014 and 2020.
Aid enters Ethiopian territory controlled by Tigray forces – WFP
Aid convoy enters Ethiopian territory controlled by Tigray forces for the first time in 3 months - WFP
Riots sought to cripple South African economy: Ramaphosa
S. Africa erupted after Zuma was jailed last year. The unrest left more than 350 dead and cost the economy about $3bn.
US hiring stays strong as jobless rate falls, wages accelerate
Nonfarm payrolls increased 431,000 last month after an upwardly revised 750,000 gain in February, US data showed.
Russia not turning off gas taps, buyers have weeks for rouble pay
Kremlin says no immediate end to deliveries, decision about payments in roubles to come into effect from later in April.
Pope Francis apologises for ‘deplorable’ residential school abuse
Indigenous leaders welcome papal apology as 'long overdue', but say it is only a first step in the path to justice.
Mariupol evacuation up in the air amid questions over destination
Red Cross says teams heading to besieged city but needs concrete agreements on where civilians would be escorted to.
EU pressures China over its stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine
EU and Chinese leaders hold a virtual summit, with Brussels seeking assurances that Beijing will not support Russia.
UN authorises new AU mission in Somalia to dislodge armed groups
Somalia has begun to find its footing after three decades of chaos unleashed by strongmen and various armed groups.
Russia alleges Ukrainian helicopters struck Belgorod fuel depot
Regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov says Ukrainian helicopters struck the facility after crossing the border.
Sri Lanka economic crisis: The all-powerful Rajapaksas under fire
Public anger over worsening crisis is directed towards the clan, which has held sway over nation's politics for decades.
India’s push to resettle Kashmiri Hindus exposes old fault lines
Even as the government claims to be fulfilling its promise of rehabilitating the community, the reality is different.
Yemen peace talks give little hope for displaced civilians
Riyadh consultations hosted by Saudi Arabia have been boycotted by the Houthis, leaving little chance of success.
Coal mine accident kills, traps miners in Serbia’s Aleksinac
At least eight people are reported killed and dozens injured or trapped after the Aleksinac coal mine accident.
Greece embraces Ukrainians as picture darkens for other refugees
Aid workers are particularly concerned for those fleeing countries other than Ukraine after a four-year-old Syrian died.
Russia FM in India as Moscow tries to keep Asian ally on its side
India and China are two of the major Asian powers to have not condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
As bombs fall, Muslims in Ukraine face difficult Ramadan
Preparations for fasting month both hard and emotional for Ukraine's Muslim population following Russian invasion.