International Affairs
Say Her Name: Women Persecuted for Their Religion or Belief
On this International Women's Day, we ask that you say the names of women targeted and imprisoned for exercising and advocating for freedom of religion and belief.
Zelensky's Defiance Against Putin Praised: 'This Is What Courage Looks Like
Ukraine's president shared a video filmed from his Kyiv office, saying: "I'm not hiding. And I'm not afraid of anyone."
China Warns West's Arming of Ukraine Could Worsen Russia War
The Chinese ambassador expressed alarm at the loss of civilian life in Ukraine and thanked countries including Russia for helping to evacuate its citizens.
Israel Worries Nuclear Deal with US, Pact with China Empowers Iran in Syria
"Potentially anything that helps to empower the Iranian economy, the money is then channeled into terror activity," an Israel Defense Forces official told Newsweek.
India's Commitment to Climate Action and Potential for US-India Partnership
India has been leading global initiatives to tackle climate change and its impact.
Russia Releases Lengthy List Of 'Unfriendly' Countries
Those on the list are considered to have taken "unfriendly actions against Russia, Russian companies, and citizens," the Kremlin said.
Russia Says It Will End Ukraine War on These Four Conditions
Russia is ready to halt its military action "in a moment," said Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
Russian Priest Arrested for Delivering Sermon Against Ukraine War
The arrest comes amid a broader crackdown on free speech in Russia, where authorities have prohibited media from calling the invasion of Ukraine a "war."
Evacuation Route Offered to Fleeing Ukrainians Was Mined—Red Cross
Russia announced new "humanitarian corridors" that were denounced by Ukraine and its allies after two failed bids to evacuate civilians from Mariupol.
'Horrific' Unexploded 500kg Bomb Found in Residential Area of Ukraine
Some 47 people died in Chernihiv following Russian airstrikes, regional authorities claimed.
Russian Mothers Say Their Sons Sent to Ukraine as 'Cannon Fodder'
"We were all deceived, all deceived. They were sent there as cannon fodder. They are young. They were unprepared," one Russian mother said.
Video of Ukrainian Girl Singing 'Let it Go' Inside Bomb Shelter Goes Viral
Social media users have praised the girl for offering hope to Ukrainians as they try to withstand the Russian invasion.
Ukraine Recaptures City of Chuhuiv, Kills Top Russian Commanders: Officials
The city of Chuhuiv in eastern Ukraine was among the first places to report damage after Russia's invasion.
Over 66,000 Ukrainian Men Returned From Abroad to Defend Country: Ministry
The war has so far cost the lives of hundreds of soldiers from both countries, though the exact number of deaths remains disputed.
China Warns West as Report Promises to Resolve 'Taiwan Question'
"We firmly oppose any separatist activities seeking 'Taiwan independence' and firmly oppose foreign interference," said Premier Li Keqiang.
Ukrainians Protest in Russian-Occupied Kherson in 'Huge' Turnout
Videos showed protesters waving Ukrainian flags in the city of approximately 300,000 people.
Elon Musk Says Starlink Won't Block Russian News 'Unless at Gunpoint'
"Starlink has been told by some governments (not Ukraine) to block Russian news sources," the SpaceX CEO tweeted on Saturday.
Ukraine Conflict Risks New US-Russia Arms Race, World Closer to Nuclear War
"We are at a significantly escalated risk of nuclear use," Nuclear Threat Initiative President Joan Rohlfing told Newsweek.
Russia TV Channel Says 'No to War' as Staff Walk Out of Studio Live On-Air
The leading independent broadcaster was blocked by Russia's telecommunications regulator this week following pressure over its coverage of the Ukraine war.
Russia Now Controls Sky Over Ukraine, Aviators Say: 'If They Fly, They Die'
A U.S. military officer told Newsweek that Russia's 40-mile convoy seems a "super juicy target looking from the sky," but Ukrainian forces "can't do anything about it."
Moldova Monitoring Russian Troops Already on Its Soil: 'We Are On Alert'
"We have around 1,500 personnel of the Russian military stationed in the eastern region of the Republic of Moldova, which is a breakaway region," Ambassador Eugen Caras told Newsweek.
As Ukraine Rallies Nation to Defend from Russia, Far-Right Joins the Fight
"Western allies could have isolated the far-right, but blew it by delegitimizing all this as conspiracy theories and propaganda," former State Department analyst Jonathan Brunson told Newsweek.
The 4 Nations Who Back Russia's War in Ukraine, and 35 Who Won't Condemn It
Belarus, Eritrea, North Korea and Syria rejected U.N. condemnation of Russia, while China, India and Pakistan were among those abstaining.
Georgia Ex-PM Aims to Speed Up EU Bid As Rebels Back Russian War in Ukraine
"Georgia was the first victim who suffered from atrocities of Russian invasion," Former Georgian Prime Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze told Newsweek. "Back then we were not heard and now, as a result, 20% of Georgian territories are occupied."
Russian Missteps Open Door for Biden to Wage Secret Drone War in Ukraine
"Biden's statement about no U.S. service members in Ukraine opens the door wide to covert drones as well as CIA paramilitary in the country," a former senior U.S. intelligence officer told Newsweek.
China Says Russia Ties 'Deepening' But Denies Xi Gave Putin Okay on Ukraine
Chinese embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu dismissed a "conspiracy theory" alleging "China supported the military action" launched against Ukraine by Russia.
Switzerland Says It Can Join Sanctions on Russia and Still Stay Neutral
"Neutrality does not imply to be indifferent with regard to violations of international law," the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs told Newsweek.
Beijing Says China and Russia Are Not Allies
As Russia nears pariah status over its ongoing invasion of Ukraine, Beijing's close relationship with Moscow is coming under increasing scrutiny.
Lady Gaga, Brian Cox, Other Stars Rally Behind Ukraine at SAG Awards
A host of Hollywood stars spoke out in support of Ukraine at the 2022 Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Why US Friends India and UAE Won't Back Biden Against Russia on Ukraine
"Growing strategic relations with the U.S. cannot imply India dumps its ally Russia," India's retired Major General Harsha Kakar told Newsweek.