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Ukraine asks for long term commitment on reconstruction from EU

Ukraine needs long-term commitment from the EU and other allies for its eventual post-war reconstruction. That was the message from the country's Minister for Communities and Territories on a visit to Brussels.

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Ukraine reclaims Russia-occupied areas

Ukraine says it has liberated 3000km2 of territory in the east of the country, with Russian soldiers abandoning equipment as they retreat.

World News

Baltic nations agree to severely restrict entry to Russian citizens

Lithuania, Estonia and Latvia have reached an agreement to restrict Russian access to the EU through their borders because of the war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Crimea attacks, disinformation, and Putin's grain claim

Here are the latest stories you need to know from Ukraine and Russia on Wednesday 7 September 2022.

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Russia

We've gained, not lost, from sanctions over Ukraine, says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed on Wednesday that Russia had not lost anything as a result of its military campaign in Ukraine, while warning of a looming global food crisis.

Sweden

Russia's actions in Ukraine see Sweden beef up disinformation fight

The national agency tasked with vigilance over external threats to Swedish society says they've been in demand from political parties and civil society for more information, ahead of the general election.

Russia

'A triumph of justice': Novaya Gazeta loses publishing licence

Its editor is Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dmitry Muratov.

Russia

Russian journalist Ivan Safronov jailed for 22 years for treason

Human rights activists have slammed the trial as a sham and accuse Russia of trying "revenge" against Safronov.

Russia

Gorbachev's humble hometown reminisces over the late Soviet leader

Mikhail Gorbachev, the last Soviet leader who died last week, came from humble beginnings in a small rural village in Russia, home to only 3,000 people.

Russia

Thousands pay last respects to Gorbachev in Moscow, Putin a no-show

The last leader of the Soviet Union, who died Tuesday at the age of 91, will be buried at Moscow’s Novodevichy cemetery next to his wife, Raisa.

Russia

From perestroika to Putin, the life of Mikhail Gorbachev in pictures

As the eighth and final Soviet president is to be interred in Moscow on Saturday, these are some of the key moments in his life and career.

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Six key developments to know about today

From the latest on Zaporizhzhia to the Kremlin labelling rock stars as "foreign agents," here are some of the main developments you need to know surrounding Russia's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

IAEA Chief says integrity of Zaporizhzhia power plant is a priority

A team of 14 IAEA staff travelled to Ukraine to inspect the plant, which has been the site of several battles and explosions in recent weeks

Russia

What Russia's favourite travel vloggers think of the new visa rules

"I think that this is completely unfair because at least among young Russians, I've hardly met anyone who supports the war," one vlogger said.

Lithuania

Opposing EU visa ban on Russians 'is shortsighted'

Five EU countries have said they are prepared to introduce tougher visa restrictions on Russian citizens if no EU-wide ban is agreed

Europe Decoded

Video: Why Lithuania didn't join the tributes to Mikhail Gorbachev

While Western Europe praised the last Soviet leader, the Baltic country was openly critical about his legacy.

Germany

Two German ministry officials 'probed for spying for Russia'

The high-ranking officials are allegedly responsible for sensitive energy issues.

Russia

Russian oil executive 'dies after plunging from 6th-floor window'

Ravil Maganov, who criticised the Ukraine war, died on Thursday after "falling out of a hospital window".

Ukraine

Ukraine war: Five key developments to know about today

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

Denmark

Baltic states pledge wind power hike to cut reliance on Russian gas

Seven countries want to produce 20 gigawatts of wind power by 2030, enough to supply electricity to 20 million households.