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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 INTELLIGENCE1,859 verified articles
Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?
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BBC Europe
center112d ago

Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Russia since the full-scale invasion began, targeting the Moscow region with nearly 200 drones and striking an oil depot in Rostov, which killed one person. Russian air defenses claimed to have intercepted almost 1,000 drones and four cruise missiles nationwide, while seventeen people were wounded in the Moscow region, according to the regional governor.

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Ukraine hits Moscow refinery as Zelenskyy seeks Trump support to end war
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Al Jazeera
center112d ago

Ukraine hits Moscow refinery as Zelenskyy seeks Trump support to end war

Ukrainian drones struck a Moscow oil refinery for the second time this week, causing fires and minor damage to a shopping center, while Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv and drones at Sumy, killing one person. The attacks occurred as President Zelenskyy sought support from G7 leaders for air defense and a peace deal, with Russia claiming to have intercepted over 500 drones overnight.

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Ukraine bolsters its northern defences amid fears Belarus is being dragged into war
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The Guardian Europe
left112d ago

Ukraine bolsters its northern defences amid fears Belarus is being dragged into war

Ukraine has reinforced its northern border defenses amid increased Russian drone activity from Belarusian airspace since January, raising concerns in Kyiv about Belarus's deeper involvement in the war. While large troop formations are not evident, officials worry Russia is integrating Minsk more closely into its war efforts, with former minister Kuleba suggesting Belarusian President Lukashenko is preparing for war.

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Ukraine war briefing: Allies give nod for Kyiv to reproduce their air-defence missiles
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The Guardian Europe
left112d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Allies give nod for Kyiv to reproduce their air-defence missiles

European G7 countries and the US will license Ukrainian companies to build long-range missiles and air defence systems, addressing dwindling Western stocks. This move signifies a renewed commitment to bolstering Ukraine's domestic military production capabilities and deep-strike potential.

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Inspired by Ukraine, and worried by China: Taiwan teaches its citizens how to fly drones
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The Guardian Asia
left112d ago

Inspired by Ukraine, and worried by China: Taiwan teaches its citizens how to fly drones

Taiwan has launched its first civil defense drone training program in Taipei, inspired by Ukraine's use of drones in conflict and concerns over China's military threat. The Kuma Academy course teaches civilians basic drone piloting skills for potential surveillance and information sharing roles in a crisis, with sessions selling out through August.

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Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
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BBC Europe
center112d ago

Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack since the start of the full-scale war, firing nearly 200 drones at Moscow and hitting the Kapotnya oil refinery in the southeast, causing thick smoke and 17 wounded, according to local governor Andrei Vorobyov. Residents reported black oily rain leaving spots on clothes, while Moscow authorities denied the phenomenon but warned families with children and asthmatics to leave the area.

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Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?
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BBC Europe
center112d ago

Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began, with nearly 200 drones targeting the Russian capital, wounding 17 people according to local governor Andrei Vorobyov. Russia's defence ministry claimed to have intercepted almost 1,000 drones and four cruise missiles nationwide, while an oil depot strike in Rostov killed one person, and President Zelensky described the strikes as 'long-range sanctions.'

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Culture wars: the fight to save Ukraine’s art – podcast
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The Guardian Europe
left112d ago

Culture wars: the fight to save Ukraine’s art – podcast

A Russian missile strike on September 30th destroyed the Chornobyl Museum in Kyiv, weeks after its renovation, representing a significant loss of cultural heritage. This incident highlights a broader pattern of systematic attacks on Ukrainian historical landmarks, religious sites, and cultural archives, which analysts suggest is an assault on the nation's identity.

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Macron hails US alignment with G7’s ‘shared commitment’ on Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left113d ago

Macron hails US alignment with G7’s ‘shared commitment’ on Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the G7, including the US, now recognizes Ukraine's territorial integrity, marking a "re-synchronization" of positions and a "profound shift" in approach. The summit's joint communique vowed increased sanctions on Russia, and the US and European G7 nations agreed to license long-range missile and air-defense system production in Ukraine.

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G7 leaders to boost Ukraine air defences, tighten sanctions on Russia
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Al Jazeera
center113d ago

G7 leaders to boost Ukraine air defences, tighten sanctions on Russia

G7 leaders meeting in France pledged to bolster Ukraine's air defence capabilities and intensify sanctions on Russia's war economy, including its oil and gas sectors. The bloc also expressed readiness to grant Ukraine licenses for domestic military production, a key request from President Zelenskyy.

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Ukraine war briefing: Moped ban in Crimea as official says noise is Kyiv plot using youth
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The Guardian Europe
left113d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Moped ban in Crimea as official says noise is Kyiv plot using youth

Crimea has banned mopeds, quad bikes, and motorcycles at night, with officials claiming their noise mimics drones and that children are deliberately using them at Kyiv's behest to disrupt defense systems. This measure follows intensified Ukrainian drone attacks on the peninsula, which have targeted supply routes and impacted fuel availability, while a separate Ukrainian drone strike damaged a major refinery near Moscow.

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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s allies push for peace at G7 summit in France
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The Guardian Europe
left115d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s allies push for peace at G7 summit in France

G7 leaders convened in France to discuss further sanctions and energy support for Ukraine, with some expressing hope for diplomatic openings and US President Biden indicating potential progress in negotiations with Russia. Meanwhile, a drone strike ignited an oil depot in Russia's Krasnodar region, Ukraine reported hitting bridges to Crimea, and a Russian bomber crashed in Siberia during a training flight.

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Starmer’s waning influence is apparent at awkward G7 summit
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The Guardian Europe
left114d ago

Starmer’s waning influence is apparent at awkward G7 summit

British prime minister was left making small talk unsure if a meeting with Trump and Zelenskyy was going aheadThe wait for Keir Starmer’s first session of the G7 gathering in Évian-les-Bains was undoubtedly awkward. A meeting about the future of Ukraine had been due to start at 9am but more than half an hour later, Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Emmanuel Macron were nowhere to be seen.

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Starmer vows new sanctions on Russia and nuclear energy support for Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left115d ago

Starmer vows new sanctions on Russia and nuclear energy support for Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged £210 million in energy support for Ukraine's nuclear plants and vowed to impose new sanctions targeting Russia's financial networks and shadow fleet vessels at the G7 summit in France. These measures aim to choke off Russian revenue and bolster Ukraine's energy infrastructure through the coming winters, while also seeking to reassure allies on defense spending.

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EU officially launches Ukraine and Moldova accession process
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Al Jazeera
center115d ago

EU officially launches Ukraine and Moldova accession process

The European Union officially launched accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova on Monday, marking a significant step toward potential membership. This development requires both nations to undertake extensive reforms while Ukraine continues to defend against Russia's invasion, with Kyiv viewing EU membership as a crucial security guarantee.

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Russian strikes kill 11 and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze
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BBC Europe
center115d ago

Russian strikes kill 11 and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze

Russian strikes on Ukraine on Monday killed at least nine people, including four in Kyiv where the 11th Century Dormition Cathedral was set ablaze, and five rescue workers in Kharkiv. Russia denied hitting the cathedral, claiming a Patriot missile struck it, while Ukraine reported a drone attack in Tula killed three people.

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‘Island surrounded by war’: Crimeans panic amid Ukrainian attacks
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Al Jazeera
center115d ago

‘Island surrounded by war’: Crimeans panic amid Ukrainian attacks

Ukrainian drone attacks on supply routes and infrastructure since mid-May have caused fuel shortages and panic among residents and tourists in Crimea. These strikes, targeting trucks, cargo ships, and key infrastructure like the Chongar bridge, have effectively turned the annexed peninsula into an 'island surrounded by war,' according to analysts.

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Kyiv cathedral burns as heavy Russian air raids hit Ukraine
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Al Jazeera
center115d ago

Kyiv cathedral burns as heavy Russian air raids hit Ukraine

Russia launched one of its heaviest air raids on Ukraine in weeks, firing missiles and drones that killed at least four people in Kyiv and set the historic Dormition Cathedral ablaze. The intensified assault, which also killed rescuers in the northeast, occurred as Ukraine reported drone attacks on Russian territory and diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict remained stalled.

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Kyiv monastery set on fire in night of Russian attacks across Ukraine
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The Guardian Europe
left115d ago

Kyiv monastery set on fire in night of Russian attacks across Ukraine

A massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight damaged the Dormition Cathedral within the Pechersk Lavra monastery complex, killing five people in the capital and also striking the Oleksandr Dovzhenko national film studio. Russia denied targeting the cathedral, claiming it was hit by a US-made Patriot missile, while Ukraine's foreign minister stated the attack was "state barbarism" and initiated procedures within Unesco.

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Russian attacks in Ukraine kill nine, damage historic Kyiv cathedral
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Al Jazeera
center115d ago

Russian attacks in Ukraine kill nine, damage historic Kyiv cathedral

Overnight Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least nine people across Ukraine, including five rescuers in Kharkiv, and ignited a fire at the 11th-century Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv. The barrage, which also damaged the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery complex and film studios, marked one of the most destructive aerial bombardments on Kyiv's cultural and civilian infrastructure in months.

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