Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 66
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 66th day, we take a look at the main developments.
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Ecuador declares emergency in three provinces over drug violence
Thousands of police and troops will be deployed under the state of emergency and a curfew imposed.
‘Like Wuhan all over again’: As Shanghai protests, China censors
Shanghai's COVID-19 lockdown has fuelled outrage on a scale not seen since 2020 after the virus first began to spread.
UN condemns Mali’s ban on French media
Mali's military leaders have accused two broadcasters of airing false allegations about reports of rights violations.
New York judge declines to end contempt fines against Trump
Trump submits affidavit saying he does not have documents sought in civil probe, but court continues $10,000-daily fine.
Inquiry proposes British Virgin Islands return to direct UK rule
Premier and port official charged in US with conspiracy to import cocaine and launder money.
Russia-Ukraine live news: Zelenskyy says situation ‘difficult’
In his nightly address, Zelenskyy says Russia is trying to 'destroy life' with constant air attacks and bombardment.
Turkey and Germany summon envoys over Kavala jailing dispute
Tit-for-tat moves come after a Turkish court jailed philanthropist and rights activist Osman Kavala for life.
India halts passenger trains to free up track to move coal
Indian Railways has cancelled 753 passenger train services to make room for coal imports amid power crisis.
Exxon Mobil profits surge despite $3.4bn hit from Russia exit
Exxon Mobil more than doubled its profits compared with the same quarter last year.
Putin’s ‘middle finger’ to the UN sends clear message to the West
Missile barrage on Kyiv as UN chief visited shows Russia has no intention of bowing to international pressure.
Tensions high on borders of Moscow-backed Transnistria region
Separatist region in Moldova retains independence thanks largely to military support provided by Russia.
Boom to gloom: Cathie Wood’s Ark headed for its worst-ever month
The ETF is down 26 percent, easily eclipsing the previous steepest monthly plunge in January.
Amazon’s biggest drop since 2006 caps dismal month for tech
Amazon's Friday selloff erased more than $206.2bn off the company’s market valuation.
Biden talks with Mexico’s AMLO to discuss migration, Ukraine
The call comes as the US prepares to lift a restriction along the US-Mexico border that expelled most asylum seekers.
UK-born ‘Beatle’ ISIL member sentenced to life by US court
Former ISIL fighter Alexanda Kotey had pleaded guilty to 'terrorism' and lethal hostage-taking charges.
Tennis great Boris Becker jailed for two years in bankruptcy case
Six-time Grand Slam champion said his $50m career earnings were swallowed up by 'expensive divorce' and debts.
How the US convinced Russia to release Trevor Reed
Reed's declining health, parents' private meeting with Biden part of a series of improbable events leading to release.
UK aid workers captured by Russian forces in Ukraine, NGO says
Paul Urey and Dylan Healy were reportedly detained after entering Russian-held territory south of Zaporizhzhia.
Sri Lanka leaders signal prime minister may quit as prices soar
Data Friday showed costs in the capital Colombo rose 30 percent, making more interest-rate increases almost certain.