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Ukraine war: Five key developments to know about today

Here are the latest developments from Ukraine as the war continues into its seventh month.

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EU agrees to scrap Russia visa deal but stops short of tourist ban

Germany, France, Spain and Portugal were among those who opposed an outright visa ban for Russian nationals.

Vatican

Pope Francis clearly denounced Russia's war in Ukraine, says Vatican

The pontiff was heavily criticised for his comments following the death of Daria Dugina in a car bomb attack, referring to her as a "poor girl".

Europe News

Russia is using gas as 'weapon of war,' says French ecology minister

European governments are trying to coordinate a response to soaring energy costs for businesses and households and to fill storage facilities ahead of peak demand in the winter.

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Germany and France oppose growing calls for EU visa ban for Russians

Eastern European countries argue the war in Ukraine merits the total suspension of Russian tourism.

My Europe Series

Ukrainian who lost everything in war vows a return to her ruined home

“I'll come back here, I want to live here,” said Lyudmila, whose home near Kyiv was destroyed in the early days of the war.

Sport

New season awaits Ukrainian handball champions In German 2nd division

HC Motor Zaporizhzhia has won the Men's Handball Super League nine years in a row. This year they will play as a guest team in Germany's Second Handball-Bundesliga.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Seven key developments to know today

From France accusing Russia of using gas as a "weapon of war" to Zelenskyy telling Russian troops to "go home," here are some of the most important news about the conflict on Tuesday, 30 August.

Russia

Russia and China to hold war games amid tensions over Ukraine invasion

The exercises are to take place from 1 to 7 September and will also involve military contingents and observers from Algeria, India, Laos, Mongolia, Nicaragua, Syria and some former Soviet republics.

Ukraine

Kyiv claims breakthrough in major new Kherson offensive

Ukraine launched a significant military assault to capture the southern city of Kherson on Monday, which was occupied by Russia in the early days of the war.

Austria

UN nuclear watchdog's Zaporizhzhia visit will be its 'toughest ever'

A team from the UN's nuclear watchdog is finally on its way to Ukraine's embattled Zaporizhzhia power plant.

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Missile strikes Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city

Russian missiles hit the centre of Kharkiv, Ukraine's second largest city, on Saturday morning.

Ukraine

Mykolaiv theatre resumes its programme in spite of Russian bombardment

Having been shut at the start of the invasion, six months on, the Mykolaiv Art Drama Theatre has reopened its doors to the public.

My Europe Series

Europe's week: Brussels marks Ukraine independence day

Celebrations in Kyiv were muted, but in the Belgian capital, the city went all out.

Latvia

Watch as Soviet-era obelisk comes crashing down in Riga, Latvia

The nearly 80-metre spire was a prominent feature in downtown Latvia and has been used for commemorating Russia's Victory Day.

Bulgaria

Russian who burned passport wins appeal against extradition back home

"Today, the Varna Court of Appeal showed the whole world that Bulgaria adheres to European principles - principles of freedom, human rights and the right to human life," said Alchin outside the court

Ukraine

More than 20 dead in Russian rocket strike on Chaplyne train station

The attack on the central Ukrainian town wounded dozens more and came on Ukraine's independence day, exactly six months since the full-scale Russian invasion.

Ukraine

Six months of war in Ukraine: 20 important stories in pictures

After six months of war in Ukraine here are some of the most significant stories of this war in pictures.

Finland

Russian cars at Helsinki airport as Finland used as a door into the EU

The EU has shut its airspace to Russian planes, so, as a workaround, Russian tourists are entering Finland by car and travelling internally within the Schengen zone.

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Six months of war in Ukraine

It's been six months since Russia launched its full scale invasion on Ukraine

Stay informed on the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Get the latest updates, in-depth analysis, and coverage of the humanitarian impact, international reactions, and key developments in this critical crisis.