Vladimir Putin’s long obsession with Ukraine
Analysts say Putin has long been obsessed with returning Kyiv to Moscow's fold, in the name of Russia's greatness.
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Ukraine cuts diplomatic ties with Russia after invasion
President Zelenskyy announced Ukraine would break diplomatic relations with Moscow in response to Russia's invasion.
‘No other option’: Excerpts of Putin’s speech declaring war
Before launching the biggest attack by one state against another in Europe since World War II, Putin made an address.
Ukraine’s leader urges civilians to fight, promises to arm all
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the government will issue weapons to every citizen who wants to defend Ukraine.
Photos: Aftermath of Russian air strikes in Ukraine’s Kharkiv
A missile attack on a residential district in Chuguiv town as the country woke up to a Russian invasion on Thursday.
Ukraine asks Turkey to shut Black Sea waterways to Russian ships
Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar says Kyiv has called on Ankara to close 'the airspace, Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits'.
After ‘bridge to Europe’ bid, Ukraine’s China ties face test
Beijing's reluctance to condemn invasion of Ukraine complicates burgeoning partnership with Eastern European country.
Six stories you may have missed amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine
Here are some major stories you might not have seen because of the breaking news out of Russia and Ukraine.
Kyiv says 8 killed; Moscow says not targeting Ukraine cities
Moscow says its operations pose no threat to civilians as Kyiv says Russian shelling has killed eight people.
Ukraine imposes state of emergency amid invasion fears: Live News
Ukraine imposes a state of national emergency for 30 days starting Thursday amid rising fears of a Russian invasion.
Police fire at factory protesters in Haiti, wounding three: AP
Associated Press says shooting in Port-au-Prince took place as new three-day strike organised by factory workers began.
US offshore wind auction attracts record-setting bids
The auction marks the US effort to bolster renewable energy development projects - it has lagged behind Europe.
Rohingya Genocide case legitimate, The Gambia tells UN top court
The Gambia insists allegations of genocide against Rohingya are legitimate after Myanmar tries to dismiss them.
US issues new sanctions on alleged Houthi financing network
Fresh sanctions come as Yemeni rebels ramped up attacks against Saudi Arabia and the UAE in recent weeks.
Ukraine imposes state of emergency, summons citizens home
Ukrainian government announces compulsory military service for all men of fighting age as Moscow evacuates Kyiv embassy.
US maternal deaths rise during pandemic amid racial disparities
Maternal deaths among Black people are almost triple the rate for white Americans.
As Russia-Ukraine crisis ramps up, Biden faces sanctions dilemma
US policymakers appear united on need to oppose Russian invasion, but disagreements emerge on pace of sanctions.
Turkey asks UAE to repatriate mob leader Peker: State-run media
Anadolu says Interpol issued a red notice for Peker who made videos accusing some Turkish officials with various crimes.
Trial begins for ex-police officer charged in Breonna Taylor raid
Jurors are to tour Taylor's apartment, hear testimony from police officer during trial expected to take two weeks.
UAE to order L15 planes from China as it diversifies suppliers
Defence ministry says it intends to sign a contract to buy a dozen of the training and light combat aircraft.