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Russia-Ukraine war military dispatch: March 14, 2022
A roundup of the key battleground developments on Day 19 of Russia’s multi-pronged invasion of Ukraine.
Citi faces $1.5BN of charges in Russia exit, analyst says
Citigroup Inc has exposure of nearly $10bn in Russia, the most of any US bank.
Burkina Faso: More than 30 killed in attack on town of Arbinda
For years, armed groups linked to al-Qaeda and ISIL have sought to gain control over parts of the Sahel.
‘We will never give up’: Kyiv mayor defiant amid Russian advance
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Vitali Klitschko says Ukrainian forces will stop Russian forces entering the capital.
‘Return to normal’: France lifts most COVID-19 restrictions
The move nixes the need to wear face masks in most settings and allows the unvaccinated back into restaurants.
Could energy independence from Russia spur a shift to renewables?
European energy experts and the ECB say such a transition will involve higher energy costs and some hardship.
Photos: Destruction in Ukraine as Russia’s attacks intensify
Russia's escalating offensive leaves widespread devastation in Ukrainian cities under bombardment.
US stocks open week lower as global tensions with Russia grow
Talks between Russia and Ukraine entered a fourth round on Monday.
Uganda military denies resignation of president’s son
Museveni, Africa's fourth-longest serving president, is believed to be preparing his son to potentially succeed him.
India’s inflation surges to 8-month high on soaring food prices
Things are likely to get worse for India amid commodity-supply disruptions caused by Russia's war in Ukraine.
Russia says 23 dead in missile attack on Donetsk
Ukraine denies launching the attack on the separatist-controlled city in eastern Ukraine.
Hiding from Russian troops: Ukrainian mother recounts ordeal
Rivil Kofman and her son hid in their freezing basement, even surviving a 'visit' by Russian troops to their home.
A US Reporter Was Shot Dead While Covering The War In Ukraine
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said Brent Renaud's death was "shocking and horrifying" and pledged that the US would investigate and respond appropriately.
How a Reliance-funded firm boosts BJP’s campaigns on Facebook
Legal loopholes, selective use of rules allowed a Reliance company to pump in millions to promote the BJP in elections.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Talks to resume as offensive escalates
Renewed talks with Russia might open way for more civilians to evacuate, a day after Moscow escalated its offensive.
Russia-Ukraine war military dispatch: March 13, 2022
Russian air strikes hit at a Ukrainian military base near Poland, in the most western attack yet in Russia's invasion.
Greece, Turkey leaders seek common ground over Ukraine war
Turkey says the two sides agreed to keep communication channels open despite disagreements.
ICRC warns Ukraine’s Mariupol faces ‘worst-case scenario’
Mariupol city council says more than 2,000 people have been killed since the city was besieged by Russian forces.
Russia counts on sanctions help from China as US warns Beijing
Russia says sanctions have prevented access to $300bn of Moscow's $640bn gold, foreign exchange reserves.