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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
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LATEST INTELLIGENCE1,866 verified articles
UK struggles to reassure Ukraine after easing new sanctions on Russian oil
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The Guardian Europe
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UK struggles to reassure Ukraine after easing new sanctions on Russian oil

The UK is attempting to reassure Ukraine after announcing temporary exceptions to its new sanctions on Russian oil products, which Kyiv warned could fund Moscow's war effort. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv has conveyed its views on the matter to London, emphasizing the importance of long-term sanctions, while UK officials defended the phased approach as standard practice for market stability.

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Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin
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The Guardian Asia
left141d ago

Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin

China hosted Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin with nearly identical state spectacles, but subtly signaled Moscow as a trusted partner in an emerging non-Western order while Trump was treated as a rival. Despite Beijing's efforts to project global statesmanship, both visits yielded few concrete breakthroughs, with Russia's deepening reliance on China highlighted amid its economic struggles and Ukraine war.

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Lithuanian leaders rushed to bunkers as drone violates country’s airspace
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The Guardian Europe
left141d ago

Lithuanian leaders rushed to bunkers as drone violates country’s airspace

Lithuanian leaders and residents were rushed to shelters Wednesday after a drone violated the country's airspace, prompting the suspension of air and train traffic in Vilnius. The incident, attributed by EU officials to Russian electronic jamming and drone incursions, marks the first "take shelter" alert issued in an EU and NATO country since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

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Blinded and broken, Sunny the owl becomes another casualty of Russia’s war
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The Guardian Europe
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Blinded and broken, Sunny the owl becomes another casualty of Russia’s war

In February, Russian kamikaze drones struck Zaporizhzhia, causing civilian casualties and injuring a long-eared owl nicknamed Sunny, who lost a wing and suffered brain trauma. This incident highlights the broader impact of Russia's invasion on Ukrainian wildlife, with thousands of birds dying from drone nets, explosions, and habitat destruction, affecting migratory species and national symbols like white storks.

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Russian claim that Latvia and Baltic countries plan to help Ukraine launch drones ‘totally ridiculous’, says Rutte - Europe live
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The Guardian Europe
left141d ago

Russian claim that Latvia and Baltic countries plan to help Ukraine launch drones ‘totally ridiculous’, says Rutte - Europe live

Lithuanian authorities moved the country's president and prime minister to underground bunkers and urged residents to shelter after a drone violated the nation's airspace. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Russia's threats against Baltic states are unacceptable and constitute a threat to the entire EU.

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Is Russia ‘simulating diplomacy’ because of war losses in Ukraine?
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Al Jazeera
center142d ago

Is Russia ‘simulating diplomacy’ because of war losses in Ukraine?

Following recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow that killed at least three people, analysts suggest Russia is simulating diplomacy due to battlefield losses. Russian President Putin's May 9th remarks about a potential ceasefire and meeting with President Zelenskyy have been met with skepticism, as no prisoner exchange has occurred and territorial disputes remain intractable.

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Ukraine war briefing: Britain to buy diesel and jet fuel made from Russian crude oil
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The Guardian Europe
left142d ago

Ukraine war briefing: Britain to buy diesel and jet fuel made from Russian crude oil

Britain will permit imports of diesel and jet fuel refined from Russian crude oil in third countries, a move that takes effect Wednesday and aims to ease cost-of-living pressures. This decision follows a US waiver extension on similar refined products, which critics argue allows Russia to fund its war in Ukraine through increased fossil fuel revenues.

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More than 15,800 people killed in Russia’s all-out war on Ukraine: UN
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Al Jazeera
center142d ago

More than 15,800 people killed in Russia’s all-out war on Ukraine: UN

The UN reported that over 15,850 people, including 791 children, have been killed in Ukraine since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022, with actual figures likely higher. This figure comes as fighting continues, with recent Russian attacks on Tuesday killing at least six civilians in Ukraine and a Ukrainian drone attack killing two in Russia's Belgorod region.

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Does Ukraine have the advantage at the moment?
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Al Jazeera
center142d ago

Does Ukraine have the advantage at the moment?

Ukrainian forces conducted a significant strike on the Moscow region, penetrating Russian air defenses and marking a deeper incursion into Russian territory. This attack, alongside continued strikes on Russian oil facilities and military logistics, suggests a potential shift in the conflict's dynamics, occurring amidst ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine.

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US warns Russia after Moscow threatens Latvia – as it happened
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The Guardian Europe
left142d ago

US warns Russia after Moscow threatens Latvia – as it happened

Russia's UN representative threatened Latvia and the Baltic states with retaliation if Ukraine uses their territory for drone attacks, which Latvia and Ukraine dismissed as "pure fiction." These exchanges occurred after a NATO jet shot down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia and amid US warnings about potential troop redeployments from Europe.

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Russian jamming blamed after Nato jet downs Ukrainian drone over Estonia
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The Guardian Europe
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Russian jamming blamed after Nato jet downs Ukrainian drone over Estonia

A Romanian F-16 NATO jet shot down a Ukrainian drone over Estonia on Tuesday after Russian electronic jamming reportedly pushed it off course. Estonia's defense minister stated the drone needed to be downed due to its trajectory, while Ukraine's foreign ministry apologized for the incident and blamed Moscow's electronic warfare for diverting the drone from its intended Russian targets.

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DW News
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NATO planes down suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia

A Romanian NATO F16 jet shot down a suspected Ukrainian drone over Estonia on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, after it entered Estonian airspace from Russia amid heavy electronic warfare. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry apologized for the incident, stating Russia intentionally redirects Ukrainian drones into Baltic airspace as part of its propaganda strategy.

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Russian strike damages Ukraine Danube port as Moscow intercepts drones
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Al Jazeera
center143d ago

Russian strike damages Ukraine Danube port as Moscow intercepts drones

Russian forces attacked port infrastructure in Izmail, Odesa region, on Tuesday morning, damaging the vital Danube River grain-export hub. Simultaneously, Russian authorities reported intercepting four Ukrainian drones heading towards Moscow, while a Ukrainian attack in Russia's Kursk region killed one woman.

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From sanctioned cars to beauty clinics, Russian rubles have flowed into China’s border towns since Ukraine war
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The Guardian Asia
left143d ago

From sanctioned cars to beauty clinics, Russian rubles have flowed into China’s border towns since Ukraine war

Since Russia's February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Chinese border towns like Suifenhe have experienced a boom in car exports to Russia, filling market gaps left by Western companies. Businesspeople in these towns view the ongoing conflict as a significant economic opportunity, unconcerned by Western sanctions which China rejects as violating international law.

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Ukraine war briefing: Chinese ship hit on way in to Odesa port, says Zelenskyy
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The Guardian Europe
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Ukraine war briefing: Chinese ship hit on way in to Odesa port, says Zelenskyy

On Monday, Russian drones struck a Chinese-owned cargo ship near Odesa, according to Ukrainian authorities, though the vessel reportedly continued its journey. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy also noted Russian attempts to export grain from occupied Crimea and condemned tactical nuclear weapons drills in Belarus.

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Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia
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Al Jazeera
center143d ago

Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia

Belarusian and Russian forces have commenced joint training exercises involving nuclear weapons, according to the Belarusian Ministry of Defence. The drills, described by Belarus as a planned readiness test not directed at any third party, have drawn strong condemnation and concern from Ukraine and NATO allies, who accuse Moscow of using Belarus as a nuclear staging ground.

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Russian drone hits Chinese ship off Ukraine before Putin meets Xi Jinping
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Al Jazeera
center143d ago

Russian drone hits Chinese ship off Ukraine before Putin meets Xi Jinping

Ukraine says its territory is attacked overnight with 524 drones and 22 missiles.

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Europe should pick negotiator for possible Russian talks, says Zelenskyy – Europe live
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The Guardian Europe
left143d ago

Europe should pick negotiator for possible Russian talks, says Zelenskyy – Europe live

Ukrainian president says Europe must ‘have a strong voice and presence’ amid search for candidate who could lead any talks with PutinWe are also getting some lines from the Kremlin, via Reuters, saying that they consider the peace process with Ukraine to be “on pause,” although they expect it to be resumed soon. The Russian authorities also dismissed Zelenskyy’s warnings from last week that Russia could be preparing to fuel the conflict further by opening another front against Ukraine or attacki

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Drones reshape war in Colombia as deaths and injuries mount
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theguardian.com
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Drones reshape war in Colombia as deaths and injuries mount

Drones reshape war in Colombia as deaths and injuries mount

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Xi Jinping prepares to welcome Vladimir Putin to China, four days after hosting Donald Trump
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The Guardian Asia
left144d ago

Xi Jinping prepares to welcome Vladimir Putin to China, four days after hosting Donald Trump

China’s deep relationship with Russia remains a continuing cause for concern in the west, particularly since Moscow launched its invasion of UkraineXi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exchanged “congratulatory letters” on Sunday ahead of the Russian president’s visit to Beijing this week, four days since Donald Trump left China after a high-stakes summit. Xi, China’s leader, said bilateral cooperation between Russia and China had “continuously deepened and solidified”, with this year marking the 30th

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