Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 949
As the war enters its 949th day, these are the main developments.
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Israeli strikes kill three civilians in Syria’s Damascus, state TV says
State-run Syrian Arab News Agency says TV anchor killed in Israeli attack on Syrian capital.
Israeli troops advance into Lebanon as ground offensive launched
Military describes attacks as 'limited, localised and targeted' and supported by air force and artillery.
Raging wildfires in central Greece leave two people dead
Two people died overnight in a large wildfire burning through forestland above a seaside resort in southern Greece.
Russia to hike defence spending by a quarter in 2025
The increase represents a new post-Soviet high for the country as it continues its war in Ukraine.
‘Cruel’: Biden administration toughens asylum restrictions at US border
Migrant rights advocates slam measures, which will make it more difficult to apply for asylum, as 'cruel' and illegal.
Israel says ‘next phase’ of war with Hezbollah in Lebanon to ‘begin soon’
Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says Israel will use all the means at its disposal to attack Hezbollah.
Man charged with attempted assassination of Trump pleads not guilty
Suspect Ryan Routh faces several charges, including attempted assassination of a major US presidential candidate.
UN extends Haiti security mission for another year as violence soars
Measure extends multinational police mission until early October 2025 as Haiti struggles to stem deadly gang violence.
US official says could be up to ‘600 lost lives’ from Hurricane Helene
Severe damage in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee as confirmed death toll rises to 100.
UK’s last coal-fired power plant to close after more than 100 years
Britain's transition to net zero is changing the country's energy landscape.
Sudan military denies targeting UAE diplomatic post in Khartoum
The Sudanese army accuses the RSF armed group of the 'shameful and cowardly' attack on ambassador's residence.
Three children among 12 dead as boat capsizes off Tunisian coast
At least 10 people still missing and 29 rescued in latest boat disaster in the Mediterranean.
Israeli bombardment of Lebanon sends 100,000 fleeing to war-torn Syria: UN
The UN Refugee Agency operates at four crossing points to assist those fleeing Lebanon for safety in Syria.
Israeli raids force 100,000 to flee Lebanon for Syria
The mass displacement into the war-torn neighbour began a week ago when Israel widened its attacks on Lebanon.
Putin says Ukraine goals will be ‘achieved’ as he repeats ‘neo-Nazi’ claims
President repeats justification for sending forces into Ukraine as Moscow launches swarms of drones against Kyiv.
What would a ground invasion mean for Lebanon and Israel?
Israel has learned from its mistakes during the 2006 invasion, but so has Hezbollah. So what is the plan?
Japan’s incoming PM Ishiba calls snap vote
Newly-elected Shigeru Ishiba emphasises need for immediate public approval of new administration.
Hezbollah deputy delivers defiant message following killing of Nasrallah
Sheikh Naim Qassem asserts that despite killing of leader, Hezbollah is ready to meet any Israeli ground offensive.
France’s Le Pen and far-right party on trial for alleged EU funds abuse
The long-running case threatens to scupper any bid by Le Pen for the presidency in 2027.