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Russia Has Invaded Ukraine, Threatening The Safety Of Millions
Russian shells and missiles hit cities and regions across the country, including many previously untouched by the conflict. “Don’t understand how this can happen in the 21st century,” one Ukrainian civilian seeking safety said.
Thousands Of Russians, Including Celebrities, Are Risking Being Arrested To Protest Putin’s Invasion Of Ukraine
Thousands of Russians, including celebrities, protested the deadly invasion of Ukraine on Thursday despite government warnings of "severe punishment."
Day Two of Russian attack on Ukraine: What we know so far
Ukraine leader says at least 137 killed in Russian attack as Western powers announce series of sanctions against Moscow.
Sean Penn in Ukraine to make documentary on Russian attack
US actor-director photographed attending news conference in Kyiv and seen meeting with President Zelenskyy in a video.
‘Russia is against war’: Thousands rally in rare show of dissent
Hours after Putin ordered his troops into Ukraine, Russians across the country took to the streets to slam his actions.
Three ex-cops found guilty of violating George Floyd’s rights
US jury convicts Tou Thao, J Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane of depriving George Floyd of his right to medical care.
Parents of US teen charged in school shooting to stand trial
Gun used in the shooting was given to Ethan Crumbley by his parents as an early Christmas present, prosecutors say.
US stocks end sharply higher; Nasdaq gains 3 percent
The S&P 500 rose more than 1 percent and the Dow Jones also ended in positive territory.
US sanctions on Russia affect defence, tech, finance
The White House unveiled measures to isolate Russia from the global financial, tech and trade system.
Ukraine invasion redraws airline route map, planes avoid airspace
Planes, crews are stranded in Kyiv, and airlines skirt Ukraine's airspace as Russia invasion continues.
EU agrees new Russia sanctions, says Putin ‘must fail’: Live News
Bloc leaders agree to freeze Russian assets and halt its banks’ access to markets in ‘harshest’ sanctions ever imposed.
Putin shatters peace in Europe as Russia invades Ukraine
Russia launches an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, air and sea despite international condemnation.
Ukraine attack: Hundreds arrested in anti-war protests in Russia
Russian police arrest nearly 1,400 protesters at rallies against invasion of Ukraine.
Chernobyl nuclear plant targeted as Russia invades Ukraine
Major gun battle breaks out between Russian and Ukrainian forces at stricken radioactive site with its status unclear.
Fewer Americans collecting jobless aid since 1970
Jobless claims fell by 17,000, from 249,000 to 232,000 for the week ending February 19, US data showed.
Poland to set up reception centres for fleeing Ukrainian refugees
String of centres along the border to offer meals and medical care, as well a place to rest and receive information.
Biden unveils new Russia sanctions over Ukraine invasion
US president says Russia will face 'severe cost' for attacking Ukraine, accusing Vladimir Putin of choosing war.
UK unveils ‘most severe’ sanctions against Russia
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the measures target banks and members of President Vladimir Putin's closest circle.
EU boosts Bosnia force after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
European Union will almost double the size of EUFOR peacekeeping force in Bosnia by sending in 500 reserves.