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Ukraine: European leaders oppose banning Russian energy imports
The leaders of Germany, Britain and the Netherlands cautioned Monday against abruptly banning Russian energy imports as part of sanctions against Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine, saying there were no immediate…
Antony Blinken tells nervous Baltics NATO will protect them from Russia
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday assured Lithuania and Latvia of NATO protection and American support as he made quick visits to two of three Baltic states that are increasingly on edge as Russia presses…
Philippines raises age of sexual consent from 12 to 16
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has signed into law a bill that raises the minimum age of sexual consent from 12 to 16, his office said on Monday, in a bid to protect minors from rape and sexual abuse. The…
EU asks UN watchdog to safeguard Ukraine’s nuclear plants
The European Union has asked the U.N. nuclear watchdog to safeguard Ukraine’s nuclear plants, two of which are now under Russian control, and mobilise international help in case of an emergency, according to a letter…
China backs Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, has voiced support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. “No matter how treacherous the international storm is, China and Russia will maintain their strategic determination. “And will…
War: Ukraine failing to keep ceasefire agreements – Putin tells France
Russian President, Vladimir Putin has blamed Ukraine for not keeping to the cease-fire agreements to allow the evacuation of civilians. The Russian President made the claim in phone conversation with French President,…
Putin Is ‘A Man Of Peace’, Says South Africa’s Jacob Zuma
Former South African President Jacob Zuma has defended Vladimir Putin’s decision to invade Ukraine. In a statement released by his foundation on Sunday, Mr Zuma described the US and its western allies as “bullies” using…
New Zealand announces new sanctions on Russia
New Zealand’s government said on Monday it will introduce legislation to allow it to impose sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. When passed, it will be the first time New Zealand would have…
Russian Invasion Creates Europe’s Worst Refugee Crisis Since WW2
The invasion of Ukraine by Russian Forces on February 24 has created the worst refugee crisis in Europe since the end of the World War 2. Over 1.5 million people have fled Ukraine to neighbouring countries in what has…
Surrender now – Putin to Ukrainian fighters
Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded the surrender of Ukrainian forces, as he vowed to press ahead with his ceaseless offensive. He said the Ukrainian resistance force should stop fighting to enable the…
U.S., Europe plan for Ukrainian govt-in-exile
US and Europe are already planning for a Ukrainian government-in-exile, should President Volodymyr Zelenskiy flee Kyiv. CNN quoting western officials said discussions have ranged from supporting Zelenskiy and top…
Trump’s Truth Social flops
Former President Donald Trump’s Truth Social—is currently looking less like a success and more like an embarrassing dud. And after a botched rollout where most prospective users were simply added to a wait list, Trump…
Russia vs Ukraine: It’s time to go offensive, drive out evil from our cities – President…
President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky has said it’s time for Ukrainians to go offensive against Russia. Zelensky urged Ukrainians to continue fighting because they had “withstood the blow” of Russia’s invasion. He…
War: UK to lay out six-point action plan, vows Putin must fail
United Kingdom will lay out a six-point plan of action on the Russia-Ukraine war. UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson would lay out the plans during meetings with Canadian, Dutch, and Central European leaders this week.…
Ukraine: UK asks citizens to leave Russia
The UK government on Saturday asked British nationals to consider leaving Russia if their presence is not essential amid ongoing tensions over the war in Ukraine. “If your presence in Russia is not essential, we…
U.S. Senator Graham isolated over Putin’s assassination idea
U.S. South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham has been under fire from all corners of Washington after calling for the assassination of President Vladimir Putin, to end the Ukraine war. White House press secretary Jen Psaki…
Ukraine Invasion: The West behaving like bandits – Russia
The Kremlin has accused the West of behaving like bandits and claims the world is “too big” for the US and Europe to isolate a country as big as Russia. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the West was engaged in…
Ukraine invasion: CNN, BBC halt journalists’ work in Russia after Kremlin passes law…
The BBC is suspending the work of all its journalists in Russia after the Kremlin brought in a new law meaning people who spread "fake" information about…
Russia declares partial ceasefire in Ukraine
Russia’s defence ministry announced a partial ceasefire Saturday to allow residents of two besieged cities, including the strategic port city of Mariupol, to evacuate. “Today, March 5, from 10 am Moscow time, the Russian…
Putin warns neighbouring countries against escalating conflict
President Vladimir Putin of Russia has warned neighbouring countries of escalating the situation, amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. According to him, there was no need to introduce sanctions as Russia is not a…
Poland may face Russia’s trouble soon – Intel report
Poland may be hit by Russia soon, going by the report of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, an event that will quickly bring NATO into the Ukrainian war. The service known as KSB reported Friday that intelligence…
Russia restricts access to Twitter amid war with Ukraine
Russia’s media regulator Roskomnadzor “restricted access” to social media network Twitter after blocking Facebook in the country, Russian news agencies reported Friday. According to Interfax and RIA Novosti news…
Attack on Ukraine nuclear plant a possible ‘war crime,’ says US
The United States on Friday called an attack attributed to Russian forces against a nuclear power plant in Ukraine a possible war crime. “It is a war crime to attack a nuclear power plant,” tweeted the US embassy in…
Zelensky condemns NATO for ruling out Ukraine no-fly zone
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky lashed NATO on Friday for ruling out a no-fly zone over his country, saying the Western military alliance knew further Russian aggression was likely. Earlier Friday, NATO…