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Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant shuts down last reactor

The largest nuclear facility in Ukraine, under Russian occupation since 2022, is said to be at no immediate risk of disaster

10/06/2023

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WATCH: Ukrainians dodge bombs to rescue animals from floodwaters

Pet rescuers in boats rescued dozens of cats and dogs stranded after their homes were swamped when the Khakovka dam breached.

10/06/2023

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In pictures: Ukraine's counteroffensive and devastating floods

Fighting ramped up in numerous areas while an "ecocide" drove Ukrainians from their homes

10/06/2023

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Vladimir Putin confirms Ukrainian counteroffensive has begun

Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted Friday that Ukrainian troops have started a long-expected counteroffensive and were suffering “significant” losses. His comments came just hours after a string of drone strikes inside Russian territory.

10/06/2023

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The Dnipro dam disaster's widespread and long-lasting consequences

Experts warn of perils in the water as rescuers race to save stranded pets.

10/06/2023

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Where Ukrainian forces are fighting as Kyiv's counteroffensive begins

Euronews correspondent Sasha Vakulina breaks down where Ukrainian forces are fighting as Kyiv's counteroffensive begins.

09/06/2023

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Kyiv steps up counteroffensive, as Russian forces fight back

authorities in Kyiv are remaining very vague about their actions, perpetuating the fog of war.

09/06/2023

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Euroviews. View Q&A: Crisis caused by Kakhovka dam destruction is still evolving

As the vast and far-reaching consequences of the Kakhovka dam destruction become clearer, Euronews View spoke to Vsevolod Prokofiev, Save the Children’s Media Manager in Ukraine, who was among the first responders to the affected areas.

08/06/2023

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ISW: Ukraine's counteroffensive has begun

The think tank has also observed a general uptick in military activity across the entire frontline but not all of it is part of the Ukrainian counteroffensive effort.

08/06/2023

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About 600 square kilometres flooded in Ukraine dam disaster

The Ukrainian authorities say 29 settlements, 10 of them in Russian hands, have been flooded in the Kakhovka dam disaster.

08/06/2023

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WATCH: Dam blast adds to misery in Ukraine

The destruction of the Kakhovka hydroelectric dam and the emptying of its reservoir on the Dnieper River has added insult to injury in the region that has suffered missile attacks for more than a year.

08/06/2023

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Euroviews. In less than a year, Ukraine has made major strides on its EU path

Recent events suggest that Kyiv is serious about its EU aspirations and will continue to do what it takes, especially in the middle of a war, to become fully integrated into the EU, Mark Temnycky writes.

08/06/2023

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Russia shells Kherson inundated by dam collapse after Zelenskyy visit

Zelenskyy’s office said Moscow's forces also continued to shell Ukrainian-held areas near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which is under Russian control. The high water brought new misery and death to a country suffering uncounted casualties after 15 months of war.

08/06/2023

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Watch: Pensioners and pets saved from floods after Kakhovka dam blast

In Ukraine, rescuers have been trying to reach people trapped in their homes by the floods unleashed when the Nova Kakhovka was destroyed. The UN estimates 16,000 homes were flooded and waters in the Dnipro River were 11 metres deep on Tuesday night.

07/06/2023

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How are internally displaced Ukrainian children coping?

In the final instalment of this two-part series, Euronews investigates how children in Ukraine have had their lives upended by Russia's invasion. How are NGOs Save the Children and UNICEF tackling challenges posed by internal displacement and disruptions to education?

07/06/2023

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'Evidence' suggests Russia deliberately damaged Kakhovka dam: ISW

According to the Institute for the Study of War, although it cannot be certain, the available evidence, reasoning, and rhetoric suggest that Russian forces deliberately damaged the Kakhovka dam.

07/06/2023

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'Biggest ecocide in Ukraine': Kakhovka collapse threatens rare species

Besides contaminating water supplies and threatening the cooling system at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, the collapse of the Kakhovka Dam will likely destroy hundreds of rare animal and plant species, according to the Ukrainian environment ministry.

07/06/2023

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EU warns of 'solidarity fatigue' after accepting Ukrainian refugees

The Russian invasion of Ukraine caused the largest intra-Europe movement since the second world war, sending 16 million refugees across the continent.

07/06/2023

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Thousands of Ukrainians flee rising flood waters after dam destruction

Officials said about 22,000 people live in areas at risk of flooding in Russian-controlled areas on the eastern side of the river, while 16,000 live in the most critical zone in Ukrainian-held territory on the western side.

07/06/2023

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Watch: Residents save animals from floods caused by Kakhovka Dam blast

Humanitarian aid is being delivered to the region, including drinking water and food supplies.

06/06/2023

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Watch: Kakhovka Dam destruction leads to huge floods around Kherson

The Soviet-era dam was blown up early Tuesday morning, unleashing a significant amount of water now flowing free through the dam and the hydroelectric power plant.

06/06/2023

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'No immediate safety risk' to Zaporizhzhia plant after dam destruction

Low water levels could affect the plant's cooling system but the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says there is a safety pond.

06/06/2023

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Watch: Kyiv and Moscow signal start of Ukraine's counter-offensive

The Institute for the Study of War and the UK Ministry of Defence have observed a jump in combat activity along the frontline in Ukraine.

06/06/2023

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Fighting reported at various points along Russia-Ukraine frontline

Russia and Ukraine report widespread fighting along the eastern frontline as Kyiv says its forces are shifting to "offensive" action.

06/06/2023

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Zelenskyy slams 'Russian terrorists' for blowing up Nova Kakhovka dam

Ukraine's Southern Operational Command has reported Tuesday morning that Russian forces have blown up the hydroelectric power station dam, potentially causing destruction around the town of Kherson.

06/06/2023

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Ukraine war: Kyiv forces 'increasing offensive operations'

Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Malyar said the military has scored gains, but it's not clear whether these operations are part of a long-awaited major offensive which has been mooted for months.

05/06/2023