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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 INTELLIGENCE1,853 verified articles
As Russia’s assault continues, Ukraine’s politics shift and an old alliance begins to fray
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The Guardian Europe
left85d ago

As Russia’s assault continues, Ukraine’s politics shift and an old alliance begins to fray

Russia has intensified air attacks on Kyiv, with one recent strike killing 27 people, while political discussions about a potential ceasefire window in late autumn are cautiously emerging. Simultaneously, a significant diplomatic rift has developed between Ukraine and Poland over Ukraine's decision to name a military unit after the "Heroes of the UPA," a wartime nationalist group linked to historical massacres of Poles.

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Keir Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive France’s Légion d’honneur
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The Guardian Europe
left86d ago

Keir Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive France’s Légion d’honneur

French President Emmanuel Macron presented UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer with the Légion d’honneur in Paris, recognizing his leadership in establishing the coalition of the willing to support Ukraine. Starmer is the first UK prime minister to receive this award, highlighting a significant diplomatic relationship with France.

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Russia-Ukraine war: What is Europe’s new ballistic missile shield plan?
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Al Jazeera
center86d ago

Russia-Ukraine war: What is Europe’s new ballistic missile shield plan?

Nine European nations and Ukraine launched a joint program in Paris to develop an integrated anti-ballistic missile coalition, aiming to build Europe's own defense against ballistic missiles. This initiative addresses the growing threat from ballistic missiles, particularly those used by Russia against Ukraine, and aims to bolster collective European security and defense capabilities.

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Polish-Ukrainian solidarity over Russian threat undermined by bitter historical dispute
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The Guardian Europe
left86d ago

Polish-Ukrainian solidarity over Russian threat undermined by bitter historical dispute

Kyiv’s decision to honour second world war fighters who killed about 100,000 Poles has revived simmering tensionsIn the aftermath of Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February 2022, Polish-Ukrainian solidarity emerged as one of the most heartwarming subplots of the Kremlin’s brutal war. Millions of Poles, remembering their country’s own tragic history with Russia, mobilised to help Ukrainian refugees with food, shelter and support as they crossed the border in huge numbers to flee the conflict.

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Japan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report
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The Guardian Asia
left86d ago

Japan admits growing need to counter espionage after Russian ‘den of spies’ report

Japan's government acknowledged a growing need to counter foreign intelligence activities after a New York Times report alleged Russia uses the country as a hub for espionage and procuring dual-use technology for its war in Ukraine. Tokyo stated it must address this issue with greater rigor, noting recent parliamentary approval for legislation to create a new national body to coordinate intelligence efforts.

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy seeks 300 Patriots to get through winter
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The Guardian Europe
left86d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy seeks 300 Patriots to get through winter

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy requested 300 Patriot missiles for the winter and welcomed a European-backed anti-ballistic missile shield, while France announced a roadmap for 16 Rafale jets and SAMP/T missile defence units. Russian forces attacked Kyiv with missiles and drones early Tuesday, causing fires, and also struck Zaporizhzhia, injuring 11, while drone attacks outside Kharkiv injured six and eight people were reportedly killed in Donetsk.

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Public to be told how to prepare for cyber - attack and weather emergencies
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bbc.co.uk
center85d ago

Public to be told how to prepare for cyber - attack and weather emergencies

The UK government announced plans for a public awareness campaign later this year to prepare citizens for potential food or water shortages due to cyber-attacks or severe weather. Next year, the UK will conduct its largest home defence exercise in decades, Operation Albiston Shadow, to test responses to hybrid attacks and update classified crisis plans.

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‘Coalition of the willing’ to build shared European anti-ballistic programme
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The Guardian Europe
left86d ago

‘Coalition of the willing’ to build shared European anti-ballistic programme

Ukraine, the UK, Germany, France, Denmark, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, and Spain announced a shared European anti-ballistic missile defence programme on Monday, leveraging Ukraine's experience against Russian missile attacks. The initiative aims to deter and neutralise future missile threats, with no timeframe provided, while the UK also joined an EU support loan for Ukraine to fund weapons procurement.

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy replaces PM and flags law enforcement overhaul
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The Guardian Europe
left87d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy replaces PM and flags law enforcement overhaul

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Sunday that Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko would step down, with Serhiy Koretskyi, head of Naftogaz, reportedly the likely successor amid predictions of an overhaul in law enforcement agencies. This comes as Ukraine denies targeting civilians following drone strikes on Russia's Syzran oil refinery and shipping in the Sea of Azov, while allies prepare for talks in Paris on pressuring Russia.

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Nine dead as Russia and Ukraine trade drone and missile salvos
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Al Jazeera
center87d ago

Nine dead as Russia and Ukraine trade drone and missile salvos

Overnight Russian drone and missile strikes killed four people in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk and Kherson regions, while Ukrainian attacks on Russian-occupied Enerhodar and Russia's Samara region killed five. These exchanges occurred amid Ukraine's critical shortage of Patriot air defense munitions, leaving it vulnerable to Russian ballistic missile attacks.

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Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov
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The Guardian Europe
left88d ago

Ukrainian drone strikes force Russia to suspend shipping in Sea of Azov

Ukrainian drones targeted 90 vessels, including tankers and ferries, and an oil refinery in Syzran, forcing Russia to suspend shipping in the Sea of Azov. These attacks, part of a strategy to isolate Crimea and degrade Russian logistics, have effectively shut down the vital waterway for oil, grain, and military transport.

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People flee as Russian strike hits near Ukraine coffee shop
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BBC Europe
center88d ago

People flee as Russian strike hits near Ukraine coffee shop

Russian glide bombs struck the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy on Saturday, killing five people, including a 13-year-old girl, and injuring at least 30, according to Mayor Artem Kobzar. CCTV footage captured civilians seeking shelter inside a coffee shop as explosions occurred nearby, with survivors seen fleeing into the building after the attack.

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy decries housing of weapons in civilian area after Russian strike kills 10
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The Guardian Europe
left88d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy decries housing of weapons in civilian area after Russian strike kills 10

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced officials responsible for allowing weapons warehouses in a civilian area outside Kyiv, where a Russian strike killed 10 people and damaged hundreds of homes, would be held accountable. This incident occurred amidst a wider Russian missile and drone assault on Saturday that killed at least eight others across Ukraine, including in Sumy and Odesa, and wounded dozens more.

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To make wine is to believe in the future: the Ukrainians growing grapes on the frontline
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The Guardian Europe
left88d ago

To make wine is to believe in the future: the Ukrainians growing grapes on the frontline

Winemakers Mykhailo and Svitlana Molchanov continue to cultivate their vineyards near Mykolaiv, Ukraine, despite being situated between frontlines and working around an unexploded Russian rocket. The family has expanded their acreage and plans to significantly increase production, believing in the future potential of Ukrainian wine despite the ongoing conflict.

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Russian missile attacks wound 11 in Kyiv
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aljazeera.com
center89d ago

Russian missile attacks wound 11 in Kyiv

Russian forces launched a complex overnight assault on Kyiv early Saturday, deploying ballistic missiles and 121 drones, which wounded at least 11 civilians and damaged critical infrastructure. This attack highlights the escalating threat to Kyiv's airspace as Ukraine rations air defense interceptors while awaiting Western aid.

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Russian missile and drone barrage kills six and wounds dozens in Ukraine
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Al Jazeera
center89d ago

Russian missile and drone barrage kills six and wounds dozens in Ukraine

Russia launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and 121 drones across Ukraine on Saturday, killing at least six civilians and wounding dozens, with Kyiv reporting that ballistic missiles breached air defenses. The complex assault highlights Ukraine's dwindling air defense stockpiles as it awaits Western military aid, with defenders reportedly conserving interceptor stocks.

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DW News
center89d ago

Poland could cut arms aid to Ukraine as WWII spat continues

Poland's government may cut arms aid to Ukraine due to ongoing historical disputes, specifically the Ukrainian Insurgent Army's WWII actions against Polish civilians, which has fueled opposition criticism. Despite Poland being a major arms supplier, the government faces accusations of compromising national defense by providing Patriot missiles, while also revealing the significant financial contribution already made to Ukraine's war effort.

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Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy creates ‘long-range impact’ command to strike Russian energy sector
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The Guardian Europe
left89d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy creates ‘long-range impact’ command to strike Russian energy sector

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the creation of a new "long-range impact" command within the armed forces to target Russia's war capacity, following Ukrainian drone strikes on multiple oil facilities and depots across Russia. These strikes have prompted Russia to temporarily halt shipping through the Don-Azov Channel and restrict passage through the Kerch Strait, impacting wheat exports.

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Polish PM pledges memorial to victims of WW2 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'
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BBC Europe
center88d ago

Polish PM pledges memorial to victims of WW2 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Saturday the creation of a national memorial to victims of the "genocide committed by Ukrainian nationalists" during World War Two, referring to the 1943-45 Volhynia massacres. This pledge comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between Poland and Ukraine over historical interpretations of the events, with Tusk urging Ukraine to acknowledge the truth for its EU aspirations.

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Russian attacks kill five as Ukraine continues to target oil infrastructure
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Al Jazeera
center90d ago

Russian attacks kill five as Ukraine continues to target oil infrastructure

Russian aerial bomb strikes on Kramatorsk on Friday killed four people, including a teenager, and injured nine, according to regional governor Vadym Filashkin. Concurrently, Ukraine reported hitting two major Russian oil refineries, an oil terminal, a depot, and 10 tankers in the Sea of Azov, aiming to disrupt fuel supplies and isolate Crimea.

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