Russia-Ukraine War
The latest on the Russia-Ukraine War. On February 24, 2022, Russia's Vladimir Putin began a military invasion of Ukraine, creating the largest military conflict and the largest refugee crisis in Europe since World War II. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky received international praise for his handling of the conflict, with the international community condemning Russia's Putin and implementing sanctions that have crippled and isolated the Russian economy. In late 2022/early 2023, the United States, Canada, and other countries have supported Ukraine by providing weapons and tanks, significant resources to bolster Ukraine's efforts in the war.
Full list of celebrities who have visited Ukraine since war began
Orlando Bloom became the latest celebrity to visit Kyiv as the Ukraine-Russia war continues.
Ukraine launches U.S. "small diameter" bomb with longer range than HIMARS
Russia claimed to intercept the U.S.-provided bomb, which can travel distances up to 75 miles, enhancing Ukraine's ability to strike behind Russian lines.
Top Russian commander fired after failed Vuhledar assault—reports
Colonel General Rustam Muradov had come under heavy criticism for Russia's failed attempt to seize the Ukrainian city of Vuhledar.
Game developer accuses Russia of stealing characters for military ads
Ukrainian officials previously called on the Soviet Union-inspired Atomic Heart to be banned from sale.
Russian nuclear arms in Belarus will increase partisan activity: Opposition
"If they are really planning to deploy nuclear weapons there, they will be surprised by the people," Franak Viačorka told Newsweek.
How depleted uranium shells impact the body—what we know, what we don't
Depleted uranium shells, now destined for Ukraine, have been used for decades by armed forces.
Belarus state TV declares "nuclear state," threatens two NATO countries
Putin has announced that Russia will station tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, its close ally.
Putin removes age limit for conscripts as Russian forces devastated
An upper age limit for Russian National Guard members serving in parts of Ukraine has been lifted until January 1, 2026.
How Russia has used depleted uranium shells
Moscow claimed there was a "nuclear component" to depleted uranium munitions, which are used by the armed forces of countries including Russia.
Wagner Group troops redeployed as battle for Avdiivka heats up—ISW
Russian forces are turning Avdiivka into "a place from post-apocalyptic movies," a Ukrainian official has said.
Ukraine "drone hunters" show weaponry as Shaheds shot down over Kyiv
Iranian-made Shahed-136 and -131 drones have become a common sight across Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war.
Video shows Ukrainian drone fly into Russian vehicle carrying troops
Ukraine said the drone was operated by members of the "White Wolves" group and flew into an armored personnel carrier.
Ukraine evacuating "post-apocalyptic" frontline near Bakhmut: Official
Avdiivka is located south of Bakhmut where much of the fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces has been taking place.
False "$500k Rolls-Royce" claims target Ukraine's central bank governor
Photo alleging that the half-million-dollar car belongs to the country's top banker has been shared by pro-Kremlin accounts and right-wing conspiracy theorists.
Trump tells Americans to "pray" after Putin reveals nuclear weapons plan
The 2024 presidential candidate weighed in on Putin's condemned announcement about nuclear weapons in Belarus.
Putin will be taken out before any war crimes trial—Russia analyst
"There will be a lot of incentive to silence him before The Hague," a Russia analyst told Newsweek.
China responds to Putin's threat to break nuclear weapons pledge
Vladimir Putin told Russian state television over the weekend that he would soon deploy tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus.
What Russia putting nuclear weapons in Belarus means for the U.S.
Putin "has really thrown away another ace card," one expert told Newsweek.
Russian commander's car blown up by resistance fighters in Mariupol—mayor
Moscow has accused Kyiv of carrying out targeted strikes against Russian-appointed officials who have been working with the Kremlin amid the conflict.
Putin's arrest warrant threatens his battle for a continent
Russia and the U.S. have both been trying to win over African nations. A warrant for the Russian president's arrest may have given the U.S. an edge.
Russian billboards instruct citizens how to prepare "nuclear" survival kits
A Russian news outlet cited Muscovites as saying that the billboards are instructing people on what to do "in case of chemical and nuclear attacks."
Russia's Vladimir Putin Is Stealing Ukraine's Children. What Can We Do?
Russian President Vladimir Putin'sVla troops have long been separating families and detaining anyone in the occupied territories suspected of pro-Ukrainian sentiments.
Ukraine ammunition supply threatened by "TikTok cat videos"
Nammo, one of Europe's largest ammunition manufacturers, said it can't expand because the electricity in central Norway is already being used by a data center.
Putin compares new NATO plans to 1930s fascist axis
Throughout the full-scale invasion, the Kremlin has been pushing the rhetoric that NATO is at "war" with Russia in Ukraine.
Why Ukraine counteroffensive push could see Putin accept defeat—ISW
A counteroffensive could come "very soon," the head of Ukraine's ground forces said on Thursday.
What Putin's arrest could look like
Vladimir Putin could face justice at The Hague if he visits any of the International Criminal Court's 123 member states. How likely is it to happen?
Putin "humiliated" China's Xi with nuclear decision: Former ambassador
Russia seems to have overlooked its agreement with China to not deploy nuclear weapons beyond their national borders, according to Michael McFaul on Sunday.
Ukraine touts success in Bakhmut amid Russian onslaught
Ukrainian military leaders said on Sunday their forces have managed to "stabilize the situation" in the Donetsk city as Russian offenses stall.
Fox News calls out Ron DeSantis for "flip-flop" on Ukraine
The Florida governor previously received backlash after referring to the Ukraine-Russia conflict as a territorial dispute.
Russia's forces making "no progress" in key offensive: Former commander
Ex-Russian commander Igor Girkin explained why he believes Moscow is struggling to make progress in the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka.
