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Russia presses Ukraine front after Bakhmut slowdown

Russian forces are attacking northern and southern stretches of the front in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region, even as Kyiv says Moscow's assault is flagging near the city of Bakhmut.

Prince William visits troops in Poland on surprise trip

The Prince of Wales has made an unannounced trip to Poland to thank British and Polish troops involved in providing support to Ukraine, before meeting refugees who have fled the conflict with Russia to hear of their experiences.

Russia hits Ukraine with missiles, drones as Xi departs

Russia has blasted an apartment block in Ukraine with missiles and swarmed cities with drone attacks in a display of force as President Vladimir Putin bid farewell to his visiting "dear friend" and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Are Russian transfers of Ukrainian children to re-education and adoption facilities a form of genocide?

Throughout Russia’s war against Ukraine, there have been countless reports of alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Now, there are also allegations of genocide involving the forced transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia.

Australia welcomes decision to hear MH17 case

The federal government has welcomed a decision by the United Nations aviation agency to hear a case brought by Australia and the Netherlands against Russia for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. 

Russian jet intercepted spy drone near Ukraine, US says

The Pentagon has released a video it says provides evidence a Russian fighter jet clipped the propeller of a US spy drone and caused it to crash into the Black Sea this week, despite Russia's denial.

Russia, Ukraine battle for Bakhmut; grain deal extended

Ukraine's future hinges on the outcome of battles in the east, including in and around Bakhmut, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says, with both sides describing brutal fighting as Russia intensifies a winter campaign to capture the small city.

Ukraine digs in as Russia claims gains in Bakhmut

Ukraine's military says it has managed to push back intense Russian attacks on the city of Bakhmut despite a Russian claim of control over its eastern half and the NATO chief's warning the city could soon fall.

Fleeing war in Ukraine to seek safety in Canberra: a mother’s story

Before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Inna and Kyrylo lived in Kharkiv. Within a month of the war, they were displaced people living in Canberra.

EU adopts new sanctions against Russia over Ukraine

The European Union has vowed to increase pressure on Russia "until Ukraine is liberated" as it adopted a tenth package of sanctions on Russia, a day after the first anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine.

One year into war, Ukraine mourns dead and vows victory

A year since Russia invaded Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has vowed to keep fighting and reiterated calls for more Western weaponry to help.

The faces of Canberrans at Ukrainian vigil mourning one year of war

Canberrans from all walks of life joined the local Ukrainian community at a peaceful vigil outside the Russian embassy in Canberra today marking one year since Russian troops began Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

Fit the Bill: Slava Ukraini, first anniversary of Putin’s invasion

Which brings me to this Friday, 24 February – the first anniversary of the horrific and surreal Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Melting pot of Canberrans unite for Ukraine outside Russian embassy

To keep the invasion at the forefront of Canberrans’ minds, the Ukrainian community are hosting a vigil outside the Russian embassy on the one-year anniversary, 24 February.

Germany won’t block Poland tanks to Ukraine

Germany won't stand in the way if Poland wants to send its Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, Berlin's foreign minister says, in a possible breakthrough for Kyiv, which wants the tanks for its fight against Russia's invasion.

Ukrainian Ambassador in Canberra urges Australia to attend Ukraine peace summit

Ukrainian Ambassador Vasyl Myroshnychenko spoke to Canberra Daily about his latest visit to Ukraine and Australia-Ukrainian relations.

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