Ukraine

US vows to disrupt 'unprecedented level' of Russia-Iran defence ties

Washington alleges Moscow "is offering Iran an unprecedented level of military and technical support — that is transforming their relationship into a fully fledged defense partnership."

Live blog: Australia sanctions Russia, Iran over alleged abuses, drone war

US vows to disrupt Russia's ties with Iran, which a UK envoy says involve Moscow seeking hundreds of ballistic missiles and offering unprecedented military support in return amid its conflict with Ukraine — now in its 289th day.

Live blog: Ukraine war could become a wider conflict - NATO chief

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the food crisis as a result of the Ukraine war was felt worldwide — now on its 288th day.

Istanbul grain deal 'ended threat of poverty': Ukraine's Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy tells TRT World Forum that the Ankara-brokered grain deal played an "exemplary role" in addressing the global food crisis due to the war and showed "the leadership of Türkiye."

Live blog: War can 'end tomorrow' if Kiev shows political will - Kremlin

Russian President Putin acknowledges that his army could be fighting in Ukraine for a long time, but for now there will be no second call-up of soldiers, as conflict enters its 287th day.

Live blog: Russia trying to 'freeze' war before spring assault — NATO chief

Ukraine appears to expose Russian air defence gaps with long-range strikes as fighting enters its 286th day and attention turns to use of drones in the conflict between the European neighbours.

Putin warns of prolonged Russian military operation against Ukraine

Russian leader says he does not see any need to deploy more troops to fight with Ukraine, while stressing that his country's nuclear arsenal is a means to retaliate, not to strike first.

UN: Russian forces killed hundreds of civilians early in Ukraine war

In the early days of the war, Russian forces were responsible for the vast majority of rights violations including the death of more than 400 civilians, a new report by the United Nations says.

Türkiye, Russia to discuss grain deal, regional issues in Istanbul meeting

The Turkish Foreign Ministry announces that a two-day meeting is scheduled for representatives from Türkiye and Russia to discuss bilateral issues in Istanbul.

Live blog: Zelenskyy visits Donbass near 'difficult' Ukraine front

The unprecedented Ukrainian drone attack in Russia threatens a major escalation of conflict — which enters its 286th day — because it hit airfield housing bombers capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

Tirana meet to strengthen EU, Western Balkans ties amid Ukraine conflict

In anticipation of the effects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Europe, the European Union is holding a one-day summit in Tirana, Albania, with leaders from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia.

Live blog: NATO policy risks 'direct clash' between nuclear powers - Lavrov

Russian-backed military officials in Ukraine's eastern Luhansk region said nine people were killed after Ukraine shelled the city of Alchevsk, the state-run TASS news agency reported, as the fighting in Ukraine enters its 285th day.