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Ukraine loses ground in Kursk as US cuts off support
Moscow’s troops gain territory around the Russian town of Sudzha ahead of crucial talks between Kyiv and Washington this weekFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Trump is throwing away America’s Cold War victory
Russians may soon be triumphantly celebrating VA Day — Victory Over America DayThe Hill - Mar. 11 -
Ship captain arrested on suspicion of manslaughter over collision with tanker
U.K. police say the Solong cargo ship's captain, identified by the vessel's owner as a Russian national, was detained on suspicion of negligent manslaughter.CBS News - Mar. 12 -
Ukraine-U.S. ceasefire talks took 7 hours. The hard part will be getting Russia to agree.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the ball was in Russian President Vladimir Putin's court after agreeing to a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine.NBC News - Mar. 12 -
Poland’s president urges US to move nuclear warheads to Polish territory
Call from Andrzej Duda aimed at deterring future Russian aggression likely to be viewed as highly provocative in MoscowFinancial Times - 6d -
Russia says its forces have retaken key Kursk town of Sudzha
Push comes as Russian and US officials gear up for meeting to discuss end to Ukraine warFinancial Times - 6d -
Putin demands Kursk total victory ahead of Moscow talks with Trump envoy
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited a command center in Kursk on Wednesday, ordering troops there to "destroy" all Ukrainian formations.ABC News - 6d -
Watch: Putin responds to US ceasefire proposal
The Russian president said he was in favour 30-day ceasefire but added there were 'nuances'.BBC News - 6d -
From daring invasion to rapid retreat: the end of Ukraine’s Kursk gambit
‘Our problems started long before,’ says Ukrainian soldier after seven months in occupied Russian regionFinancial Times - 6d -
Putin Stops Far Short of Agreeing to a Cease-Fire, and Adds Tough Conditions
President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said the Russian leader had no desire to end the war, proposing conditions that made a truce unattainable.The New York Times - 5d -
Putin sets out conditions for Ukraine ceasefire
The Russian president agrees fighting must end, but calls for the removal of the "root causes" of the war he launched.BBC News - 5d -
Police get more time with North Sea crash captain
The Russian national will spend an extra 24 hours in police custody after being arrested on Monday.BBC News - 5d -
Slowly, Ukrainian Women Are Beginning to Talk About Sexual Assault in the War
Thousands of women may have been raped by Russian soldiers, experts say, but have kept quiet for fear of the stigma. But that is changing.The New York Times - 4d -
Ukraine Retreats From Most of Russia’s Kursk Region
The bold campaign Ukraine launched last summer to seize and occupy Russian territory appears to be nearing an end.The New York Times - 2d -
Putin's real goal: Destroy NATO
Putin's larger goal is to dismantle NATO by creating division from within and increasing European dependence on Russian energy.The Hill - 2d -
Russia behind Ikea arson attack in Lithuania, prosecutors say
Country’s chief prosecutor links Russian intelligence to Vilnius fire and at least one suspect to other sabotage incidentsFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump and Putin stress improving U.S.-Russia relations in phone call
Russian President Vladimir Putin told President Trump that halting foreign aid to Ukraine is key to ending the war, the Kremlin says.CBS News - 17h -
Putin agrees in Trump call to pause Ukraine energy attacks but no full ceasefire
The Russian leader declines to sign up to a plan that Ukraine had accepted for a month-long ceasefire.BBC News - 13h -
Steve Rosenberg: Putin's conversation with Trump seen as victory in Russia
The Russian leader was able to set his own conditions for peace in a two-hour phone call with Donald Trump.BBC News - 5h -
Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of prisoners in one of the war's largest exchanges
Russian and Ukraine say they have each swapped 175 prisoners in one of the largest exchanges of the warABC News - 2h -
Goodbye Lenin: Finnish museum reinvents itself in response to shifting relations with Russia
Former Lenin Museum in Tampere, which opened in 1946 as a symbol of Finnish-Russian friendship, has rebranded amid Ukraine war. A Finnish museum dedicated to the Russian Soviet leader Vladimir ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
US judge denies ex-Rosneft chief's claim to $300m seized superyacht
In a win for US justice department, judge rules ex-leader of Russian oil and gas company lacks plausible claim to yacht. A US judge on Monday ruled that a former chief of the Russian state oil and ...The Guardian - Mar. 10 -
One killed in largest Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow, authorities say
At least 91 drones descended on Russian capital, forcing flights and train services to be suspended. Ukraine targeted Moscow early on Tuesday in what authorities said was its largest ever drone ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
3 Bulgarians Found Guilty of Spying for Russia in UK and Europe
The group of Bulgarians, who were living in the U.K., were convicted by a London jury of conducting surveillance operations across Europe on behalf of the Russian state.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Ukraine war briefing: Airstrikes on Kyiv; Zelenskyy promises ‘fully constructive’ talks in Saudi Arabia
Air defences engaged in repelling Russian attack on Ukrainian capital; Zelenskyy says ‘significant’ part of talks in Saudi Arabia will concern security guarantees Continue reading...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Trump: Russia not accepting ceasefire would be 'very disappointing'
President Trump discussed the ongoing talks for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, and said it would be "very disappointing" if Russian President Putin did would not accept it.NBC News - 6d -
Putin says any Ukraine ceasefire should ‘lead to long-term peace’
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in principle with U.S. ceasefire proposals, but said there were details that needed to be worked out, perhaps in a phone call with president Trump.NBC News - 5d -
Putin wants direct White House talks before Ukraine ceasefire, but says he is open to deal in principle
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked U.S. President Donald Trump for giving "so much attention" to the prospect of a Russia-Ukraine deal.CNBC - 5d -
Trump Sees ‘Good Signals’ on Russia-Ukraine Cease-Fire. Zelensky Does Not.
U.S. officials were in Moscow for talks, and the Russian leader said he was open to a cease-fire, but President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine expressed skepticism.The New York Times - 5d -
Putin, in No Hurry for 30-Day Truce, Seeks Ukrainian Concessions
The remarks by the Russian leader suggested he wanted to draw out negotiations or make a truce impossible. Ukraine’s leader called the response to a cease-fire plan “manipulative.”The New York Times - 5d -
Andreeva to face Sabalenka in Indian Wells final
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva beats defending champion Iga Swiatek at Indian Wells to set up a final against top seed Aryna Sabalenka.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Starmer tells global leaders to 'keep the pressure' on Putin over ceasefire in Ukraine
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has told global leaders to “keep the pressure” on Russian President Vladimir Putin to back a ceasefire in UkraineABC News - 4d -
Chris Riddell on ceasefire negotiations: Putin’s all for it as long as Russia’s bear isn’t muzzled – Cartoon
The Russian president has responded to a plan for a 30-day truce with Ukraine by issuing a set of tough conditions. • You can buy a copy of this cartoon Continue reading...The Guardian - 4d -
Ukraine ready to 'do everything' to achieve ceasefire, Zelenskyy says
Russian President Vladimir Putin "stole" another week of war in Ukraine despite a 30-day ceasefire proposed by Washington and Kyiv, Ukraine's president said.ABC News - 2d -
How Ukraine’s Offensive in Russia’s Kursk Region Unraveled
At the height of the campaign, Ukrainian forces controlled some 500 square miles of Russian territory. Now they hold just a small sliver of land along the border.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump previews Putin call, including potential negotiation topics
President Donald Trump plans to speak on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid the U.S. president’s efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.ABC News - 2d -
Trump calls to impeach judge who ordered halt to Alien Enemies Act deportations
President Donald Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin this morning as the United States tries to mediate a diplomatic solution to end the war in Ukraine.NBC News - 1d -
In Ukraine’s Frontline Town of Sloviansk, a Taste of Normalcy Beckons
Sushi has long been a popular indulgence in Ukraine. For the residents of Sloviansk, a city in Russian cross hairs, it can provide a sense of normalcy that is akin to a necessity in wartime.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump touts ‘energy and infrastructure’ ceasefire after call with Putin
President Trump on Tuesday said that he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin about ceasefire agreements on matters of “energy and infrastructure,” calling the conversation “productive.” “My ...The Hill - 22h -
Zelensky says Ukraine civilian infrastructure hit after Trump-Putin call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday evening that Ukrainian civilian infrastructure was struck following a call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...The Hill - 18h
