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Ukraine War

new rules

Ukraine Says Russia Canceling School Holiday in Mariupol

"The occupiers have announced the extension of the school year until September 1," a city official wrote on social media.
a political solution

Russia Ready to Help Overcome Food Crisis if West Lifts Sanctions — Putin

The war in Ukraine has disrupted supplies of fertilizer, wheat, and other commodities from both Russia and Ukraine.
rejected appeal

Russia Confirms Sacking 100 Servicemen for Refusing to Fight in Ukraine

The case is the first official confirmation of soldiers refusing to join Russia's military campaign in Ukraine.
unwelcome proposal

Moscow Pours Cold Water on Italian Peace Plan for Ukraine

"Serious politicians... don't propose things like that," Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said.
Caught Red-handed

Russian Soldiers Send Home 58 Tons of Looted Items from Ukraine — Investigation

A new report from Mediazona shows soldiers transporting stolen goods, from canned food to their own drones.
opinion Kirill Serebrennikov

'Red Nail Polish': Kirill Serebrennikov on the War in Ukraine

The Russian director, now in Europe, writes about the war's destructive power.
opinion Yevgenia Albats

Marina Ovsyannikova: The Normal Response of a Normal Person

Marina Ovsyannikova's act of protest in March has been lauded and lambasted ever since.
Prisoners of War

Russia-Backed Separatists Claim to Hold 8,000 Ukrainian POWs

The unverified number is likely to include 2,439 Azovstal defenders who surrendered last week.
'military operation'

LIVE | Ukraine: As It's Happening

Follow all the breaking news, comment and analysis about Russia's attack on Ukraine.
'colossal shelling'

Zelensky Rebukes West as Russia Closes in on Key Ukraine City

Moscow's army is plotting a slow but steady course deeper into Ukraine's eastern Donbas.
buffer zone

Russian Village Near Ukraine Border Asks Putin for ‘Protection’

A petition created by residents alleges the authorities have done little to protect them from shelling and that they live in “permanent fear.”
face to face

Putin Visits 'Hero' Soldiers Wounded in Ukraine

The Russian president's appearance at a military hospital is his first visit with troops wounded in Moscow's campaign in Ukraine.
expanded passportization

Russia Simplifies Citizenship for Ukrainians in Captured Territories

The move comes amid speculation Moscow could establish permanent control over areas it has seized in Ukraine.
‘Three months of heroism’

Ukraine’s Zelensky Calls for Western Unity as Russia Advances

Russia is now focused on expanding its gains in eastern Donbas, home to pro-Russian separatists, as well as the southern coast.
closer to default

Russia to Make Foreign Debt Payments in Rubles – Ministry

The United States on Tuesday ended an exemption allowing Moscow to make the payments in dollars held in Russia.
justifying the war

Exhibitions of NATO ‘Cruelty’ Open Across Russia Amid Ukraine War

“It shows only one side of the history,” said one visitor.
Big brother is watching

Explainer: How Orwell's '1984' Looms Large in Wartime Russia

"1984" has constantly appeared in Russian anti-war protests, even drawing official ire.
Manpower Shortage

Russian Lawmakers Scrap Upper Age Limit for Military Service

The move will allow first-time recruits over the age of 40 to join the Russian Armed Forces.
The Long Goodbye

Nike to Exit Russia as Resale Contracts End

The sportswear brand decided not to extend its deals in Russia, citing “operational difficulties.”
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