Russia-Ukraine war
The Latest news about Russia-Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine Thursday. Kiev has confirmed war has broken out between Russia and Ukraine, and Moscow has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Russian tanks and troops reach outskirts of Kyiv
Two days into the Russian invasion of Ukraine, fighting has reached the outskirts of Kyiv, following a night of missile attacks on the European country’s capital.
Russia confirms control of Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant
The Russian forces have seized full control of Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant after fierce battles with the Ukrainian troops, Moscow has confirmed.
Hungary to help Iran secure return of citizens caught up in Ukraine
Hungary says it will spare no effort to facilitate the exit of Iranian nationals caught up in conflict-torn Ukraine and their safe return home via Hungarian soil.
UN says 100k Ukrainians fled after Russia attack
An estimated 100,000 Ukrainians have fled their homes and that several thousand have crossed into neighbouring countries, mainly Romania and Moldova, according to the UN refugee agency.
UK, Canada announce new sanctions on Russia
London unveiled its ‘largest-ever package of sanctions’ against Russia on Thursday, targeting banks and wealthy Russians. Ottawa has also targeted several individuals and entities, including members of the Russian elite and major banks.
U.S. expects Ukraine capital to fall in days
Three U.S. officials have told Newsweek they expect Ukraine's capital Kyiv to fall to incoming Russian forces within days.
Shamkhani: West should learn lesson from Ukraine crisis
Iran’s top security official has called on the West to learn a lesson from the crisis in Ukraine.
Iran voices regret over Ukraine hostilities, calls for ceasefire
The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed regret over the start of military actions and the escalation of hostilities in Ukraine, calling for the establishment of a ceasefire.