Europe

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 530

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Moscow mayor says drone attack on city foiled

An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sought to breach Russian air defenses and reach Moscow on Sunday, but was downed, the Russian capital's Mayor Sergey Sobyanin has stated.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 529

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Japanese ambassador to Tehran slams Russian onslaught on Ukraine 

Japanese Ambassador to Tehran Ikawa Kazutoshi has strongly criticized the Russian attack on Ukraine, saying Russia’s behavior poses a threat to the world security. He underlined that Tokyo stands by the people of Ukraine. Kazutoshi urged Iranian officials to also stand by the people of Ukraine.

Saudi-hosted conference over Ukraine kicked off, Russia absent

Saudi Arabia is hosting a summit in Jeddah, in which senior officials from some 40 countries – except Russia – will try to draft key principles on how to end Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.

Oil ship hit in suspected Black Sea drone strike

Russian maritime rescue units were deployed on Saturday to assist an oil tanker off the coast of Crimea. The vessel was left without propulsion after what reports called a strike by a Ukrainian drone.

Russian opposition figure sentenced to further 19 years in prison

Jailed Russian political activist Alexey Navalny has been sentenced to a further 19 years behind bars.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 528

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Iranian-made drones used in Russia’s attacks on Ukraine: Zelensky

Thirty-seven Iranian-made drones attacked Ukraine on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his nightly address. Moscow and Tehran have repeatedly refuted reports about Iranian drone supplies and their use in the Ukraine war.

Russia’s rouble falls to more than 16-month low against dollar

The Russian rouble has tumbled over 2 percent to a more than 16-month low past 94 against the dollar, pressured by political risk, falling oil prices and concerns the finance ministry may switch to foreign currency purchases this month.

Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 526: Ukraine says over 10,000 civilians killed since Russia’s invasion began

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Erdogan’s office says Putin to visit Turkey

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit Ankara, the office of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed on Wednesday, without naming the specific date.

Russia begins military exercise in the Baltic Sea

Russia has kicked off planned military drills in the Baltic Sea, the country’s Ministry of Defense said on Wednesday.

Armenia, Azerbaijan say peace deal possible despite differences

The leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia are both hopeful they can secure a lasting peace agreement despite their differences over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, they have said in interviews.

UK acknowledges Daesh committed genocide against Yazidis in Iraq

The UK government has formally acknowledged that the Daesh terror group committed acts of genocide against Yazidi people in northern Iraq in 2014.

Shooting at Swedish consulate in Turkey injures one

A Turkish employee was seriously wounded in an armed attack at Sweden’s honorary consulate in Turkey’s western province of Izmir, officials have confirmed.

Pope Francis condemns Quran burnings in Europe as ‘barbaric’

Pope Francis has denounced as “barbaric” the recent Quran burnings in Sweden and Denmark. He has stressed that such blasphemous moves prevent dialog among nations.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 525

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Moscow’s mayor says “Ukrainian drone” hits city’s financial hub again

Ukrainian drones have once again targeted the Russian capital’s financial and business district, following a similar attack over the weekend, Moscow's Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed Tuesday.

Live Update: Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 524

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Armenia’s attempts to bring cargoes via Lachin corridor unauthorized: Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has said the truck convoy that was detained at the entry to the Lachin corridor had no permission from the Baku side to do so, the press service of the Azerbaijani leader announced following his talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Russia’s “Special Operation” in Ukraine; Day 523: Five killed, dozens injured in Russian missile strike against Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih

Russia, wary of NATO’s eastward expansion, began a military campaign in Ukraine in February 2022 after the Western-leaning Kiev government turned a deaf ear to Moscow’s calls for its neighbor to maintain its neutrality. In the middle of the mayhem, Moscow and Kiev are trying to hammer out a peaceful solution to the conflict. Follow the latest about the Russia-Ukraine conflict here:

Russia holds Navy Day parade in St. Petersburg

Russia’s annual Navy Day parade was held in St. Petersburg, with sailors and veterans showing off the country’s naval might. The Kremlin has announced forty-five ships, boats and submarines took part in the parade along with around 3,000 servicemen.

Moscow’s financial district under Ukrainian drone attack: Mayor

Ukrainian drones have attacked Moscow City, the Russian capital’s iconic financial and business district, where some of Europe’s tallest skyscrapers are located, Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed on Sunday.

Russia does not want military clash with US, but ready for any scenario: Putin

Russia is ready for any scenario, but does not want a direct military clash with the US, Russian President Vladimir Putin said when asked about the US's provocations in Syria.

Latest news