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.
Russia and Ukraine's war of drones is escalating
Moscow accused Ukraine of launching five drone strikes against the Russian capital on Tuesday morning.
Fact Check: Was Russian soldier blown up bashing tank with artillery shell?
A viral video shows what appears to be a Russian soldier using an artillery shell as an improvised hammer on a tank followed by a huge explosion.
Turkey proclaims "red line" for Sweden NATO bid
Finland and Sweden applied to join NATO last year, with Finland having since joined the alliance, but Sweden is encountering challenges from NATO members.
Russian tank explosion sends soldier hurtling into the sky, video shows
The viral video has sparked a slew of dark-humored jokes on social media.
Ukraine crossing Dnieper River would be a nightmare for Russia
If Ukrainian troops establish themselves on the river's left bank, things will change dramatically for Russia, think tank founder Sergej Sumlenny told Newsweek.
Ukraine hails U.S. Patriot's "record" five Russian aircraft hits in one day
A slew of Russian aircraft were shot down "almost simultaneously" on May 13, 2023, Russian state media reported at the time.
Why India is bringing China, Russia, Pakistan, more together to boost ties
The SCO told Newsweek the bloc is "increasingly necessary at a time of global political turbulence and the rise of devastating threats and challenges."
Mystery explosion near Russia's Shahed drone launch base leaves huge crater
Kyiv has reported waves of Shahed drone strikes on Ukrainian territory in recent days.
Video shows Russian BM-21 Grad units wiped out in artillery strike
The footage comes as Ukraine's deputy defense minister said Kyiv's forces were advancing on the city of Bakhmut, where the situation had "escalated again."
Video shows HIMARS wipe out Russian targets as Ukraine touts progress
"We are making progress," Ukrainian President Voldymyr Zelensky said. "We are moving forward, step by step!"
Ukraine to receive more Leopard tanks as counteroffensive continues
Leopard tanks from Germany are expected to arrive in a "few weeks," according to a German official.
Commander of Russia's Chechen special forces killed in Ukraine
The fighter had fought against Ukraine since the war's inception.
Russian soldiers refuse to carry out "suicidal orders"
In a new video, a Russian troop said his unit requested being arrested rather than returning to the front lines.
Russia's failures pit Kremlin against its own war supporters: ISW
Russian President Vladmir Putin may have to choose between his defense ministry and maintaining support among Russian military bloggers.
Ex-Russian president calls nuclear apocalypse "probable"
Dmitry Medvedev said tensions between Russia and the West are worse now than during the 1962 Cuban missile crisis.
Prigozhin promises new "victories" for Wagner Group
The vague statement comes as the Wagner Group leader has sought refuge in Belarus.
Russian tanks blow up on their own landmines, video shows
The occupants of the tank are seen escaping the destroyed tank and venturing out on foot.
Bomber thwarted in Crimean governor assassination attempt: Russia
Russia's intelligence agency said a Russian national was trained by Ukraine on how to use bombs in order to kill the Crimean official.
Video shows Russian BMP vehicle hammered in "Omega unit" Javelin strike
"War on paper and real war are different. In real war, real people die," General Mark Milley said of Ukraine's ongoing counteroffensive.
Ukraine counteroffensive map shows Zelensky's forces advance near Bakhmut
War mapper tweeted an image it said showed Ukrainian troops making gains southwest of the Donetsk city fought over for months.
Long After Wars End, Landmines Continue to Kill
These weapons of indiscriminate destruction remain a threat for decades.
Ukraine shows off role of U.S. Patriots, NASAMS in downing Russian targets
A video marking Ukraine's Anti-Airfcraft Forces Day shows Patriot missile systems and other weapons supplied to Kyiv by the West.
Wagner Group fires one of its five leaders—a former Russian army colonel
The announcement comes days after Wagner Group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin led a failed uprising, advancing on Moscow as part of a "march of justice."
Prigozhin Episode Will Only Strengthen Vladimir Putin
While Prigozhin's gambit ended ingloriously, more attention has been drawn to the episode's meaning for Vladimir Putin.
Wagner Group shares update on future plans
Yevgeny Prigozhin was exiled to Belarus in a deal brokered by the country's leader Alexander Lukashenko following Wagner's aborted mutiny on June 24.
Putin "probably not done" with Prigozhin yet, ex-ambassador warns
Ex-U.S. ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul said that Putin showed weakness when he pleaded with Wagner forces to "join his side and abandon their leaders."
Russian state-TV boss says she saw Prigozhin's mutiny coming: "Obvious"
Margarita Simonyan, the editor-in-chief of broadcaster RT, said she had guessed that the owner of the Wagner mercenary group was "plotting a coup."
Russia facing major Kherson boat problem after 'failed' work
According to the pro-war military blogger Igor Girkin, Russia is in a "critical" situation because of a lack of naval vessels on the Dnipro river.
Russian officials celebrating small win as if they won "major victory"—ISW
Either Moscow fears a Ukrainian attack on the east bank of the Kherson Oblast, or it's a desperate for a win after the Wagner mutiny, the think tank said.
Russia loses 26 artillery systems, 20 APVs in a day: Ukraine
Ukrainian authorities have said Russia is continuing to "suffer significant losses every day."
