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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 INTELLIGENCE1,881 verified articles
Hungary Orban continues to block Ukraine loan at EU summit | Russia - Ukraine war News
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aljazeera.com
center204d ago

Hungary Orban continues to block Ukraine loan at EU summit | Russia - Ukraine war News

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine at a Brussels summit, citing a dispute over oil pipeline supplies. Other EU leaders are reportedly frustrated by Orban's continued resistance, which jeopardizes vital funding for Ukraine as Russia's war continues.

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Hungary’s Orban continues to block Ukraine loan at EU summit
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Al Jazeera
center204d ago

Hungary’s Orban continues to block Ukraine loan at EU summit

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is blocking a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine at a Brussels summit, citing a dispute over oil pipeline supplies. Other EU leaders are attempting to persuade Orban, whose actions jeopardize crucial funding for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict.

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UK reveals aid priorities after major cuts to budget
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bbc.co.uk
center204d ago

UK reveals aid priorities after major cuts to budget

The UK will prioritize overseas aid for countries facing crisis and conflict, with funding protected for Ukraine, Palestine, Lebanon, and Sudan. This shift follows a significant budget cut to fund increased defense spending, leading to reduced grants for nations like Mozambique and Pakistan.

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Hegseth says no timeframe for war on Iran as Pentagon asks for $200bn | US - Israel war on Iran News
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aljazeera.com
center204d ago

Hegseth says no timeframe for war on Iran as Pentagon asks for $200bn | US - Israel war on Iran News

The Pentagon is requesting an additional $200 billion from Congress to fund the United States-Israel war with Iran, a conflict Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated has no defined timeframe. This significant funding request, which requires congressional approval, comes as the US has conducted thousands of strikes and faces growing unease from lawmakers regarding the war's scope and strategy.

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EU leaders slam Hungary’s Orban for blocking Ukraine aid package
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Al Jazeera
center204d ago

EU leaders slam Hungary’s Orban for blocking Ukraine aid package

EU leaders in Brussels are pressuring Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for blocking a €90 billion aid package for Ukraine. Orban's veto, citing a pipeline dispute amid an election campaign, has angered fellow leaders and risks undermining EU credibility.

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How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis
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bbc.co.uk
center204d ago

How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis

A conflict in the Middle East is causing energy price spikes in Europe, reminiscent of the crisis following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. European leaders are scrambling for short-term solutions to mitigate the economic impact on consumers and industries.

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Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky
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BBC Europe
center205d ago

Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that the Middle East war is causing a missile shortage for Ukraine's defense against Russia. He believes this conflict benefits Russia by diverting US resources and depleting missile reserves, potentially prolonging the war in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war briefing : Kyiv deploys 200 anti - drone experts to Middle East
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theguardian.com
left205d ago

Ukraine war briefing : Kyiv deploys 200 anti - drone experts to Middle East

Ukraine has deployed 201 anti-drone military experts to the Middle East, including the Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, to counter Iranian-designed Shahed drones. President Zelenskyy also warned European nations about advancing drone technology and potential attacks by criminal and terror groups.

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Starmer, Zelenskyy urge ‘focus’ on Ukraine as Iran war diverts attention
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Al Jazeera
center206d ago

Starmer, Zelenskyy urge ‘focus’ on Ukraine as Iran war diverts attention

As leaders of Ukraine and UK meet, Turkiye's top diplomat reiterates his country's offer to host Russia-Ukraine talks.

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Starmer urges allies to keep focus on Ukraine amid Iran war
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dw.com
center206d ago

Starmer urges allies to keep focus on Ukraine amid Iran war

Starmer urges allies to keep focus on Ukraine amid Iran war

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DW News
center206d ago

Starmer urges allies to keep focus on Ukraine amid Iran war

The British leader urged allies to stay focused on Ukraine as he met Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London and announced a new defense partnership, including UK support for an AI center in Kyiv.

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Water supply cut in Moldova after oil spill blamed on Russian strike in Ukraine
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BBC Europe
center206d ago

Water supply cut in Moldova after oil spill blamed on Russian strike in Ukraine

Moldova has cut water supplies to the northern city of Balti and three other towns due to an oil spill in the Dniester River, which Ukrainian authorities attribute to a Russian strike on a hydroelectric plant. Authorities have declared a state of alert and are providing bottled water while monitoring oil levels before restoring supply.

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World Cup 2026 : US - Iran war an ethical tipping point
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dw.com
center206d ago

World Cup 2026 : US - Iran war an ethical tipping point

World Cup 2026 : US - Iran war an ethical tipping point

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Global News Podcast - Germany and united kingdom tell Trump this is not Nato war
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bbc.co.uk
center207d ago

Global News Podcast - Germany and united kingdom tell Trump this is not Nato war

Global News Podcast - Germany and united kingdom tell Trump this is not Nato war

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Germany news : Strike to block all flights at Berlin airport
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dw.com
center207d ago

Germany news : Strike to block all flights at Berlin airport

Germany news : Strike to block all flights at Berlin airport

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Iran war : Germany Merz distances himself from Trump
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dw.com
center207d ago

Iran war : Germany Merz distances himself from Trump

Iran war : Germany Merz distances himself from Trump

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Kenya and Russia agree no Kenyans will be recruited for Ukraine war
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Al Jazeera
center207d ago

Kenya and Russia agree no Kenyans will be recruited for Ukraine war

Kenyan foreign minister meets Russian counterpart amid reports that hundreds of Kenyans are fighting in Russia, Ukraine.

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In Ukraine’s Kharkiv, 20,000 children go underground to study
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Al Jazeera
center207d ago

In Ukraine’s Kharkiv, 20,000 children go underground to study

Subway schools provide safety as Russian assaults have killed dozens of children in Ukraine's second-largest city.

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Oscars 2026 : One Battle After Another wins Best Picture
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dw.com
center207d ago

Oscars 2026 : One Battle After Another wins Best Picture

Oscars 2026 : One Battle After Another wins Best Picture

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Ukraine war briefing : Zelenskyy wants new system to control Ukraine drone sales
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theguardian.com
left207d ago

Ukraine war briefing : Zelenskyy wants new system to control Ukraine drone sales

Ukraine war briefing : Zelenskyy wants new system to control Ukraine drone sales

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