A Russian missile strike on a residential building in Kryvyi Rih has killed at least 26, including six children. As the war intensifies, the Kremlin threatens European peacekeepers and Ukraine braces for new attacks.
Russian strikes on energy infrastructure have left over a million people in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region without water and heat. Authorities warn of worsening conditions as winter sets in.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he lacks a clear answer from European allies on security guarantees if Russia attacks again. Meanwhile, Russian strikes cripple power in two regions.
Sophie Pinkham's new book explores how Russia's vast taiga, home to 642bn trees, has defined its history, literature, and wars. Discover the forest's enduring power.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace deal. The historic agreement was unveiled in Paris.
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron sign a joint declaration pledging a multinational force for Ukraine's security after a peace agreement. Read the full details.
Experts warn the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a prime target for anti-Western hacktivists, with DDoS attacks threatening broadcasts and fan services. Learn about the cybersecurity risks.
Russia accuses Kyiv of a major escalation in drone warfare, with attacks deep into its territory. Read the latest on the conflict's evolving dynamics.
As 2026 begins, Ukraine faces a weary stalemate. Despite Zelenskyy's claim of a '90% ready' peace plan, deep exhaustion and political pressures mount. Explore the fragile path ahead for Ukraine.
With Western imports blocked, Russian winemakers are expanding production. But in a blind tasting, Moscow drinkers still preferred German wine. Discover the patriotic push transforming Russia's vineyards.
Amid sanctions, Russian winemakers are boosting production and quality, claiming world-class potential. But does the taste match the ambition? Our exclusive blind test in Moscow reveals the verdict.
An Australian man has reportedly died while serving with Ukrainian forces against Russia. The incident highlights the ongoing international involvement in the conflict. Read the full report.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy states a peace agreement is 90% ready but warns against a 'weak' deal. Russia's claim of a Ukrainian drone targeting Putin's residence is dismissed by Kyiv and US intelligence as 'laughable'. Read the latest developments.
Residents of Plauru, Romania, live in fear as Russian drones target Ukrainian ports across the Danube. A Guardian report reveals the psychological toll and isolation of NATO's eastern edge.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave a telling reaction to Donald Trump's claim that Russia wants Ukraine to succeed. Read the full details from their Florida summit.
President Donald Trump meets Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for peace talks as Russia intensifies strikes. Trump says Putin is 'very serious' about ending the war. Read the latest developments.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump in Florida for critical talks on a US-brokered peace plan, as Russia intensifies attacks on Kyiv and Kherson. Read the latest updates.
In a sombre Christmas address, President Zelensky shared Ukraine's wish for peace and for Putin to 'perish'. The plea comes amid new attacks and reports of civilian abductions by Russian forces.
Two police officers and a civilian are killed in a Moscow car bombing. The incident follows the assassination of a Russian general in a similar attack earlier this week.
Pope Leo XIV expresses 'great sadness' as Russia rejects Christmas truce calls. A massive drone and missile attack kills three, including a child, as graves of soldiers are decorated in Lviv.
Russian missile and drone attacks target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and casualties as temperatures plummet. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov was killed by a car bomb in Moscow. Russian investigators are probing potential Ukrainian intelligence involvement. Read the latest details.
Ukraine's GUR releases intercepted radio message where Russian soldiers in Zaporizhzhia discuss cannibalism amid severe ration shortages. Kyiv offers troops food if they surrender.
Hungary's Viktor Orbán has agreed not to block a major EU loan for Ukraine, securing a deal after intense talks. The move comes as Russia faces new sanctions and cyber-attack accusations. Read the latest developments.
EU leaders face a critical choice at Brussels summit: approve a €90bn loan for Ukraine secured against frozen Russian assets or risk Kyiv's financial collapse. Belgium demands guarantees.
A major investigation reveals Russia's escalating 'hybrid war' in Europe, with 145 acts of sabotage from arson to cyber attacks. Experts warn the threat is growing. Read the full report.
EU leaders face pressure to approve a €90bn loan for Ukraine's defence, funded by frozen Russian assets, at a critical Brussels summit. The move aims to counter Russian advances.
A drone strike hits a tanker in Rostov-on-Don, causing casualties, as Russian bombs wound 32 in Zaporizhzhia. Zelenskyy pushes EU to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine aid.
EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on releasing €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort. A crucial test of European unity without US backing. Read the latest analysis.
European intelligence agencies reveal a Russian GRU campaign intimidating Belgian politicians and finance bosses to block the use of €185bn in frozen assets for Ukraine. Exclusive details.