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Ukraine–Russia War News

Latest verified updates on Russia’s war in Ukraine, frontline shifts, drone warfare, Western support, occupied territories, and ceasefire diplomacy.

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KEY ACTORS
Ukrainian Armed Forces (ZSU)—National military of Ukraine, defending against the Russian invasion since 2022
Russian Armed Forces—Conventional military forces of the Russian Federation conducting offensive operations
Volodymyr Zelensky—President of Ukraine
Vladimir Putin—President of Russia
NATO—North Atlantic Treaty Organization — providing military and financial support to Ukraine
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
Pokrovsk axisKursk incursion zoneZaporizhzhia frontCrimean PeninsulaBlack Sea corridor
KEY STATISTICS
CASUALTIESHundreds of thousands of military casualties on both sides (U.S. and European intelligence estimates, 2024)
DISPLACED6.3 million internally displaced within Ukraine; 6.5 million refugees abroad (UNHCR, 2024)
ESCALATIONFebruary 2022 — Full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine
Context reviewed 2025-04-01GLOSSARY →
LATEST INTELLIGENCE1,839 verified articles
War of words: my language lessons in Ukraine – podcast
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The Guardian Europe
left37d ago

War of words: my language lessons in Ukraine – podcast

The Guardian’s chief culture writer Charlotte Higgins on why she was inspired to learn Ukrainian and what it taught her about its peopleFor Charlotte Higgins, the Guardian’s chief culture writer, visiting Ukraine and meeting the artists, novelists and poets under fire changed her life. “It was even before I went home that I decided I needed to learn some Ukrainian,” she tells Helen Pidd.

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DW News
center37d ago

Deceived and deployed: How young Cameroonians end up fighting in Russia's war in Ukraine

Young Cameroonians are being recruited by Russia for its war in Ukraine through deceptive promises of jobs and citizenship, with nearly 3,000 Africans fighting for Russia as of May. Economic desperation and deliberate misinformation campaigns, amplified by groups like the Africa Corps, lure these individuals to the front lines, where many face death with little recourse for their families.

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Zelenskyy after conversations with Trump envoys and Ukrainian military: A lot could change in September
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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Zelenskyy after conversations with Trump envoys and Ukrainian military: A lot could change in September

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump's envoys, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, are preparing to meet with Russian and Ukrainian sides to encourage an end to the war. Zelenskyy suggested that September could bring significant changes, despite intelligence indicating the Russian leadership desires further conflict, and mentioned Ukraine is preparing new long-range strike operations.

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Zelenskyy appoints another High Anti-Corruption Court judge to unlock EU funding
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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Zelenskyy appoints another High Anti-Corruption Court judge to unlock EU funding

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Denys Kovalenko as a judge to the High Anti-Corruption Court on August 31, completing the required judicial appointments. This action is a crucial step to unlock €300 million in EU funding under the Ukraine Facility, which Ukraine risked losing due to delays.

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Zelenskyy speaks with Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner about their potential visit to Ukraine
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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump envoys Witkoff and Kushner about their potential visit to Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a constructive phone call with Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner regarding their potential visit to Ukraine. Zelenskyy stated the visit would be beneficial for developing peace solutions and briefed them on the battlefield situation, with teams to coordinate an agenda and schedule for further communication.

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Russian forces strike supermarket in Kherson, injuring one child
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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Russian forces strike supermarket in Kherson, injuring one child

Russian forces attacked a supermarket in the Tsentralnyi district of Kherson with a drone around 16:30, injuring an 11-year-old boy. The child was hospitalized with blast and shrapnel wounds following the strike on the shopping area's roof.

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Kremlin claims Putin and Xi barely discussed war against Ukraine, saying it came up "as a refrain"
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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Kremlin claims Putin and Xi barely discussed war against Ukraine, saying it came up "as a refrain"

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping barely discussed Russia's invasion of Ukraine during their recent meeting, referring to the topic as a "refrain" mentioned in passing. Peskov stated that the leaders primarily focused on bilateral relations, trade, economic cooperation, and other international agenda items.

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Ukrainska Pravda
center37d ago

Children for the state: Why the Kremlin's demographic policy is fueling social conflict

The Kremlin's extensive demographic policies, including significant financial incentives and propaganda, aim to increase Russia's birth rate to support future military needs and national security. However, monitoring of Russian social networks in early 2026 indicates these intrusive measures are causing societal irritation, fueling conflict between the state and its population despite enormous state spending on the 'Family' project.

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Putin’s recruiters scramble to avoid second mass mobilisation as Ukraine losses mount
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The Guardian Europe
left54d ago

Putin’s recruiters scramble to avoid second mass mobilisation as Ukraine losses mount

Russia is struggling to recruit sufficient soldiers to replenish its ranks amid heavy battlefield losses in Ukraine, leading to speculation about a second mass mobilisation. While officials deny plans for another call-up, coercive recruitment tactics are reportedly being used to pressure men into signing voluntary contracts, fueling public anxiety.

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Russian ballistic attacks intensify as Kyiv claims Dnipropetrovsk advance
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Al Jazeera
center54d ago

Russian ballistic attacks intensify as Kyiv claims Dnipropetrovsk advance

Ukraine claims to have liberated 26 settlements and 745 square kilometers in Dnipropetrovsk this year, while Russia intensified ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, killing at least nine people across Kyiv, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia.

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Patriot missiles have been a godsend for Ukraine against Putin, but they’re running out. Kyiv needs help and fast | Jack Watling
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The Guardian Europe
left55d ago

Patriot missiles have been a godsend for Ukraine against Putin, but they’re running out. Kyiv needs help and fast | Jack Watling

Ukraine's effective defense against Russian ballistic missiles using Patriot interceptors has diminished due to depleted supplies, with interception rates falling from over 70% to none. This situation is exacerbated by a global shortage of Patriot missiles, driven by increased demand from both Ukraine and recent Iranian missile launches, leaving Kyiv vulnerable to ongoing Russian strikes on its infrastructure.

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Ukraine war briefing: Crimea bomb kills ‘Ukrainian sub commander who defected’
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The Guardian Europe
left55d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Crimea bomb kills ‘Ukrainian sub commander who defected’

Robert Shageyev, described as a former Ukrainian naval officer who defected to Russia, was killed in a bomb attack in Sevastopol, Crimea on Thursday, with Russian authorities arresting a woman on suspicion of assassination. Separately, a Russian drone attack on a passenger train in Odesa region killed two engineers, and an oil refinery in Orsk was forced to shut down completely after being hit by Ukrainian drones.

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Ukraine ‘offering Russia deal to halt attacks on civilian ships in Black Sea’
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The Guardian Europe
left55d ago

Ukraine ‘offering Russia deal to halt attacks on civilian ships in Black Sea’

Ukraine has reportedly proposed a deal to Russia for both sides to halt attacks on civilian ships in the Black Sea, aiming to reopen a crucial grain corridor. This overture follows intensified Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports and Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian vessels, impacting global food security and shipping routes.

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‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands
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The Guardian Asia
left55d ago

‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the disputed Kuril Islands, also known as Japan's Northern Territories, meeting residents and inspecting facilities. Japan's foreign minister summoned the Russian ambassador, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi calling Putin's visit "absolutely unacceptable" and incompatible with Japan's historical and legal position on the islands.

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Civilian deaths in Ukraine in July hit highest level since May 2022: UN
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Al Jazeera
center55d ago

Civilian deaths in Ukraine in July hit highest level since May 2022: UN

The UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission reported at least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured in Ukraine during July, marking the highest monthly civilian death toll since May 2022. This represents a 30 percent increase from the previous month and a 70 percent increase compared to July 2025, highlighting escalating conflict impacts.

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DW News
center55d ago

What would a North Korean troop surge mean for Ukraine war?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that North Korea is preparing to deploy between 30,000 and 50,000 troops to Russia by the end of November, reportedly to take over duties in Russian border regions and free up Russian forces for the Ukrainian front. This potential surge, significantly larger than previous deployments, raises concerns about deepening military cooperation between Pyongyang and Moscow and North Korea gaining modern warfare experience.

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DW News
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What would a North Korean surge mean for Ukraine war?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that North Korea is preparing to deploy between 30,000 and 50,000 troops to Russia by the end of November, reportedly to guard rear areas and free up Russian forces for the front lines. This potential surge follows an earlier deployment of approximately 14,000-15,000 North Korean personnel and significant arms supplies, raising concerns about escalating military cooperation and North Korea gaining combat experience.

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Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC
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BBC Europe
center56d ago

Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC

Nobel Peace Prize winner Dmitry Muratov told the BBC that Russian President Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, stating the conflict has ripped a million people to shreds. Muratov, former chief editor of Novaya Gazeta, also noted an acceleration of the crackdown on free speech in Russia since the 2022 invasion, with hundreds of opinion leaders declared 'foreign agents' or 'terrorists'.

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Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack
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BBC Europe
center56d ago

Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack

A "massive" Ukrainian drone and missile strike overnight on Russia's port of Novorossiysk damaged two major grain export terminals and hit a large naval base, killing three people and injuring 24. Ukrainian President Zelensky claimed responsibility for striking the naval base, while grain companies confirmed terminal damage, disrupting Russia's grain shipments and potentially impacting global food prices.

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Ukraine war briefing: ‘With precision, as planned’ – Kyiv outlines battlefield gains
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The Guardian Europe
left56d ago

Ukraine war briefing: ‘With precision, as planned’ – Kyiv outlines battlefield gains

Ukrainian forces have recaptured 745 sq km of land in the Oleksandrivskyi sector this year, with President Zelenskyy stating the offensive was precise and planned. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone and missile strikes hit warships at Russia's Novorossiysk naval base, killing at least two people and halting grain terminal operations.

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