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Battles rage in Ukraine as Russian forces advance in Kharkiv region

Thousands of Ukrainian civilians have been forced to flee savage fighting in the country's northeast.

Ukraine

Kharkiv pounded as Russia mounts most intense incursion to date

Over 7,500 residents have been evacuated as the crisis forces Zelenskyy to cancel his Spain and Portugal visit.

Ukraine

Antony Blinken says US will bolster Ukraine on battlefield

As Russia scales-up attacks on Ukraine's north-eastern border, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reassures Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy that soon-to-arrive military aid will help on the front lines.

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Blinken visits Kyiv as thousands of Russian troops advance on Kharkiv

Over the weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported intense clashes near the eastern and north-eastern borders of the country, where Ukrainian troops are facing more substantial firepower and are outnumbered as they continue to fight off Russia's ground offensive.

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Renewed Russian offensive forces thousands of civilians to flee Northe

Thousands more civilians have fled Russia's renewed ground offensive in Ukraine’s northeast that has targeted towns and villages with a barrage of artillery and mortar fire.

Russia

Putin names new defence minister and moves Shoigu to security council

Nikolai Patrushev, a former spy chief who has led the country's security council since 2008, is yet to be appointed to another position, suggesting a potential shakeup of Putin's inner circle.

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Russian governor reports civilian casualties from Ukrainian shelling

An apartment block partially collapsed in the Russian border city of Belgorod Sunday. Officials blamed Ukrainian shelling and said there were deaths, without specifying a number.

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US announces 370 million euro package of weapons for Ukraine

Washington says it's intended, in part, to help Ukraine fend off the surging Russian effort to capture Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city.

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A perfume shop owner and military supplier on the war in Ukraine

Dima runs a perfume shop in Odesa that has now doubled up as a place where volunteers can restock supplies. He told Euronews about how it is to be in close contact with those fighting on the frontline whilst trying to keep hope.

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Russia renews attempts to break through Ukrainian defences in Kharkiv

Ukraine says it anticipated the renewed offensive, with thousands more Russian troops already massed along the northeastern border.

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Euroviews. The European public remains unwaveringly committed to Ukraine

European leaders cannot afford to feel complacent. Quite the opposite: they must act decisively and renew their commitments of support so Ukraine can effectively push back and win, Viktor Mak writes.

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Residential buildings catch fire following Russian strikes in Kharkiv

Residential buildings and houses were hit by Russian missiles in the city of Kharkiv, igniting fires and injuring two people, early Friday, according to local officials.

Lithuania

Lithuanians set to vote for president under shadow of Russia anxiety

Popular incumbent, Gitanas Nausėda, is favoured to win another five-year term in a strategically important election for the Baltic region.

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European Parliament president visits Kyiv on Europe Day

European Parliament President Robert Metsola addressed the International Summit of Cities and Regions in Kyiv on Thursday.

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WATCH: Russia celebrates 79th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany

Russia on Thursday wrapped itself in patriotic pageantry for Victory Day, a celebration of its defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II.

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Russia marks Victory Day as Putin rails against West's 'arrogance'

“Russia will do everything to prevent global confrontation, but will not allow anyone to threaten us,” he said. “Our strategic forces are in combat readiness.”

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EU countries kick off talks to ban re-exports of Russian LNG

European Union countries kicked off on Wednesday negotiations on the next round of sanctions against Russia, which for the first time targets LNG.

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Brussels agrees to send €3bn from frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine

Diplomats agreed the controversial plans at a meeting on Wednesday – but some say they don’t go far enough.

Ukraine

Russia launches 'massive' attack on Ukraine's energy grid

Worries about a renewed Russian offensive are intensifying as Ukrainian forces struggle to regain their footing.

Russia

Putin sworn in for fifth term while his war in Ukraine continues

Many — but not all — EU member states boycotted the inauguration ceremony after an appeal from the bloc's foreign affairs chief, Josep Borrell.