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'I dread turning the heating on': Energy crisis grips Moldova

Moldova has seen all its electricity supplies -- from Ukraine and Transnistria -- stop in recent weeks.

Ukraine

Heated shelters set up in Ukraine for people without electricity

The move follows the bombardment of Ukraine's energy infrastructure from Russian forces

World News

'Fighting for our normality': Ukraine minister on rolling blackouts

Millions across Ukraine continue to live under rolling blackouts and a lack of other key services such as running water, as Russia continues to target key civilian infrastructure in the country.

World News

Watch: Ukrainian forces continue to inch closer to Kherson

Russian occupation authorities in the Kherson region of southern Ukraine are likely beginning a new phase of evacuations from the city, according to the US-based Institute for the Study of War.

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Ukraine

Plain-clothed Russian troops are occupying homes in Kherson, Kyiv says

Ukraine claims plain-clothed Russian troops are occupying houses in Kherson in preparation for close-quarters combat.

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Watch: Red Square marks 105th anniversary of the Russian Revolution

Russian Communists laid flowers at Lenin's Mausoleum in Moscow's Red Square to mark the 105th anniversary of the October Revolution.

Ukraine

Watch: How power blackouts are hitting Ukraine

Kyiv's mayor is warning residents they must prepare for the worst this winter if Russian strikes continue. Watch our correspondent Sasha Vakulina's report on the latest news.

Europe News

The EU promised €9 billion in financial aid to Kyiv. Where is it?

The macro-financial assistance is meant to help Ukraine cover its budget deficit and keep its economy running.

Ukraine

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

Here is our latest news round-up from Russia's war in Ukraine.

Ukraine

Donetsk pounded with 'greatest brutality', Ukrainian authorities say

Over the weekend, Russia's launched four missiles and 19 airstrikes, impacting more than 35 villages in seven regions, according to the Ukrainian president's office.

Italy

Italian rally calls for country to stop sending weapons to Ukraine

Some 30,000 people took to the streets in Rome on Saturday calling for peace and disarmament in Ukraine.

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What were the top stories in Europe this week?

Russia did a double U-turn this week on the grain deal agreed with Ukraine.

Europe News

Bulgarian MPs approve military aid to Ukraine despite opposition

Authorities in Sofia previously agreed on repairing Ukrainian equipment at its facilities but refused to send weapons directly after pushback from President Rumen Radev and the country's Russia-friendly parties.

Ukraine

Putin endorses Kherson 'evacuations' as Kyiv slams 'forced' move

Here are the latest developments in Russia's war against Ukraine on Friday.

Ukraine

War has uprooted more than 14m Ukrainians, says UN refugee chief

On top of this, Ukrainians are about to face “one of the world’s harshest winters in extremely difficult circumstances”, added Grandi.

Ukraine

Caution over Russian 'withdrawal' from Kherson — and other key stories

Here are the latest news developments from Russia's war in Ukraine.

North Korea

North Korea 'covertly' shipping artillery shells to Russia, US claims

US officials who made the claim on Wednesday did not want to reveal the amount of ammunition coming from Pyongyang, stating that the shipments would not change the outcome of the war.

Ukraine

Russia rejoins grain deal and other key developments from Ukraine war

Here is all you need to know about the Ukraine war on Wednesday.

Earth News

‘Sobriété enérgetique’: Inside France’s plan to avoid blackouts

Politicians have been seen in turtlenecks and government buildings are cutting their heating in an effort to inspire people to follow suit.

Ukraine

Russia launches 'massive' attack on key infrastructure in Ukraine

A barrage of Russian strikes on critical infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv and other cities took place on Monday morning, knocking out power and water supply for some, Ukrainian officials said.

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