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Several dead after explosions hit two Russian military airfields

Three Russian servicemen were killed and four injured in the incidents in the Ryazan and Saratov regions. Hours later, Russia launched a wave of missiles at targets around Ukraine, although Kyiv says it shot most of them down.

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From museums to books: How Russia's anti-LGBT laws will impact culture

Russia's first queer museum closes its door after Putin approves anti-LGBTQ laws

Ukraine

Russia strikes the Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine

Russia launched a barrage of 70 missiles towards Ukraine on Monday, in its latest attack on the country’s infrastructure. According to Kyiv, “most” were intercepted despite Moscow saying it had hit all 17 of its targets.

Ukraine

Ukrainian air force shoots down barrage of Russian missiles

Ukrainian officials reported a new barrage of Russian missile strikes across the country, an attack that was anticipated as Russia continues to seek to disable Ukraine’s energy supplies and infrastructure during this winter.

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World News

Vladimir Putin visits Crimea bridge following October bomb attack

It was the Russian president's first visit to the peninsula since Moscow invaded Ukraine.

Ukraine

Russia airbase 'explosions' and other key developments in Ukraine war

Here is our summary of the latest news from Russia's war in Ukraine.

Russia

Price cap on Russian oil comes into force despite Moscow's threats

The $60-a-barrel cap on Russian oil approved by the G7 comes into force on Monday despite Moscow's threats.

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Life in Lviv continues through blackouts as cafes and bars stay open

Bars and restaurants are still open in downtown, using candles and phone lights to see.

World News

Ukraine war: EU, G7 back $60-per-barrel price cap on Russian oil

The $60 (€56.9) price cap on Russian oil per barrel, also adopted by G7 countries and Australia, is seen as a key step as Western sanctions aim to starve President Vladimir Putin of funding for his war in Ukraine.

Germany

Scholz tells Putin to withdraw troops before any peace talks can begin

The German Chancellor and Russian President held their first phone call since mid-September.

Europe News

EU countries agree to cap Russian oil at $60 per barrel

EU ambassadors spent the last few days debating the level of the price cap, which will have implications across global markets.

Russia

Publishers fear chilling effect of Russian anti-LGBT, foreign agent la

Russia's new anti-LGTBI laws and laws against so-called 'foreign agents' have publishers worried that the arts have been left unprotected against possible censorship.

Ukraine

Russian Foreign Minister accused US, NATO of direct involvement in Ukraine war

Russia’s foreign minister on Thursday accused the West of becoming directly involved in the conflict in Ukraine by supplying it with weapons and training its soldiers.

Ukraine

Two hospitals in Kherson operate without electricity and running water

International Correspondent Anelise Borges tours two hospitals in Kherson as madical staff battle on without running water or electricity following persistent Russian attacks on the city's critical infrastructure.

Ukraine

Russia and Ukraine exchange 50 soldiers in latest prisoner swap

Those released on Thursday include soldiers who defended the Azovstal steel plant, Ukraine said.

Ukraine

Seven new developments to know about Russia's war in Ukraine

Here is our summary of the latest news around Russia's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

Zelenskyy tells Elon Musk to 'come to Ukraine' after peace deal furore

The Twitter CEO sparked controversy in October with a proposed peace plan between Kyiv and Moscow.

Europe News

'We will fight. We are unbreakable': Mariupol survivor tells her story

Kateryna Polishchuk was holed up in the Azovstal steel plant during the last weeks of the Mariupol siege.

Ukraine

Six new developments to know about Russia's war in Ukraine

Here is our summary of the latest news around Russia's war in Ukraine.

Europe News

'Make Russia pay': EU moves ahead with confiscation of frozen assets

The proceeds from the confiscation will be used to finance the costly reconstruction of Ukraine.