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Ukraine

In pictures: The battle for Bakhmut

The eastern Ukrainian city has seen many months of intense fighting.

27/05/2023

Ukraine

Europe is recognising Ukraine's Soviet famine as genocide. Why now?

Several European countries have called the Holodomor, a Soviet-era famine that killed millions in Ukraine, a genocide. Why is this important? And why now?

26/05/2023

Ukraine

Russia's nuke threat slammed and other news from Ukraine

All the latest developments from the war in Ukraine.

26/05/2023

Ukraine

Wagner mercenary chief says his fighters are pulling out of Bakhmut

The head of Russia's Wagner mercenary group said on Thursday his troops have started transferring their positions in the flashpoint eastern Ukraine city of Bakhmut to the Russian military.

25/05/2023

Qatar

Hungary's Orban claims Ukraine wont win against Russia

The Hungarian Prime Minister criticised EU leaders for being "too intellectual" and not exploring enough avenues to end the fighting.

24/05/2023

Europe News

EU farmers protest in Brussels against Ukranian grain imports

The demonstrators made their way to the Belgian capital to present their demands to the European Commissioner for Agriculture, Janusz Wojciechowski.

23/05/2023

Europe News

Hungary continues to block release of EU military funds for Ukraine

The €500 million is part of the bloc's European Peace Facility, which aims to help embattled countries, such as Ukraine.

23/05/2023

World News

Russia says it has pushed back and 'destroyed' Belgorod attack units

The anti-Kremlin Freedom of Russia Legion claimed responsibility for the infiltration of Russian territory.

23/05/2023

Culture news

Ukrainian art is being amplified in exhibitions across Europe

Museums and galleries around Europe are making a statement of support for Ukraine with myriad exhibitions.

21/05/2023

My Europe Series

State of the Union: Kyiv wants fighter jets, EU economy gets stronger

In a whirlwind tour of major European capitals, President Zelenskyy was trying to forge a “coalition of fighter jets” - something the West was so far unwilling to consider. Until now. This comes on the heels of Germany pledging an additional €2.7 billion of military aid.

19/05/2023

Culture news

Why is it important for celebrities to wear the Vyshyvanka?

This year's traditional Vyshyvanka Day in Ukraine was a symbol of resistance against Russian aggression - and Hollywood celebrities joined in on supporting the cause.

19/05/2023

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Attack drones intercepted, more heavy fighting in Bakhmut

Russian forces strike at Kyiv again, while Wagner's leader said Ukrainian forces won't be able to take Bakhmut in the next two days.

19/05/2023

World News

Train carrying grain derailed in Crimea region

The Baza Telegram channel, which has links to Russian security services, had reported an explosion on a railway line in the region.

18/05/2023

China

China asks embassies to avoid pro-Ukraine 'propaganda'

China has asked foreign embassies to remove "political propaganda" to "avoid causing disputes between countries".

18/05/2023

Ukraine

Russia continues to concentrate offensive capabilities in Bakhmut

Russian forces have recently transferred elements of the 6th Guards Motorized Rifle Division to an unspecified area north of Bakhmut, likely from positions along the Svatove-Kupyansk line.

17/05/2023

Iceland

Council of Europe seeks to hold Russia accountable for Ukraine war

Leaders from across Europe are laser-focused on holding Russia to account for its invasion of Ukraine.

17/05/2023

World News

The UK pledges attack drones and more missiles to Ukraine, but no jets

On his European tour aimed at drumming up more military support for his country, President Zelenskyy also obtained aid from France and Germany, but no planes.

16/05/2023

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Zelenskyy secures training for pilots on whistlestop tour of Europe

The Ukrainian president is in the middle of his second multi-stop European tour since Russia's full-scale invasion began as his country gears up for a counteroffensive against Moscow's occupying forces.

15/05/2023

Culture news

Sweden's Loreen wins Eurovision Song Contest for second time

Sweden took the top spot at Eurovision 2023 with Finland in second.

14/05/2023

Culture news

Eurovision Grand Final to mix pop and politics with glitzy united show

Ten acts from each semi-final have qualified along with last year’s winner Ukraine and the Big Five countries who fund Eurovision - France, Germany, the UK, Spain and Italy.

13/05/2023