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The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

NZ has made a concerted effort to support the Ukrainian people. But why Ukraine, and not other situations where the application of the rule of law is equally urgent?

Newsroom.co.nz

Warning: This planet is protected by video surveillance

Spying from space has lifted the veil over the battlefield, diffusing the fog of war and lessening the utility of aggression, write Erik Gartzke and Bryan Early.

Newsroom.co.nz

US intelligence is helping Ukrainian forces kill Russian generals, report says

Latest killing came on Saturday in Izyum

The Independent UK

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Modi, Macron agree to work together to expand ties

Aim to make the partnership a force for global good

The Hindu

Japanese premier warns of Ukraine-style invasion by ‘autocratic powers’

Kishida also promised increased reliance upon nuclear power for future energy independence

The Guardian - UK

Vladimir Putin's forces face 'hard slog' in rush to claim Ukraine victory - UK military chief

The head of the British military says Russian forces are under 'incredible pressure' and are continuing to struggle for momentum

Wales Online

After fleeing Mariupol, sisters hope for reunion with mother they left behind

A month after fleeing the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol with her sister, 21-year-old Nicole breaks down in tears as she thinks of her mother, who they left behind and have since lost contact with.

Reuters

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Putin faces ‘hard slog’ in push for Ukraine victory, says UK forces chief

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said there is ‘incredible pressure’ in Russia for the campaign to deliver results.

The Independent UK

Ukrainian city warns of Russian missile strikes before war anniversary

The mayor of Ivano-Frankivsk in western Ukraine urged residents on Thursday to avoid public gatherings this weekend, or leave the city if they can, for fear of Russian missile strikes.

Reuters

African students who fled Ukraine now stuck in ‘Kafkaesque’ limbo in France

Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, more than 5.5 million people have fled the country of which more than 50,000 have been welcomed by France. These refugees have been granted temporary status that entitles them to work and receive social and medical assistance.

France 24

Who are the silovarchs? As Vladimir Putin 'bracing for coup' from power elite

Vladimir Putin is said to be at risk of being deposed by a group of highly powerful KGB and FSB veterans now rooted deep into the fabric of the Russian state called the silovarchs - but what are they?

Daily Mirror

The Ukrainian children at the mercy of UK’s refugee scheme

Under-18s travelling alone not permitted to be hosted under Homes for Ukraine programme, leaving them with no route to UK

The Guardian - UK

After Kyiv trip, Rep. Crow details Ukraine’s battlefield needs

WASHINGTON — As the war in Ukraine shifts away from the capital, Kyiv, and toward the country’s south and east, the U.S. should provide weapons better suited for the coming battle, Colorado Democrat Jason Crow told reporters Wednesday.

Tribune News Service

Royal Caribbean Cruises Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates As Omicron Affects Business

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (NYSE:RCL) reported first-quarter FY22 sales of $1.06 billion versus $42 million last year, missing the consensus of $1.15 billion. Passenger ticket revenues rose to $651.8 million versus $20.8 million last year. Cruise operating expense for the quarter was $1.2 billion compared to $283 million last year. The operating loss…

Benzinga

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UK's Johnson, Ukraine's Zelenskiy discussed provision of longer-range weapons - Downing Street

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy discussed the possible supply of longer-range weaponry by Britain to Ukraine's armed forces in a call on Thursday, a spokesperson for Johnson's office said.

France 24

What role for cryptocurrency in the 21st century?

Cryptocurrency has become a global phenomenon in recent years. More mainstream financial institutions are now embracing crypto assets, while two countries have adopted Bitcoin as legal tender. But there are many concerns around the technology and its capacity to disrupt traditional financial systems, even as Russia's war in Ukraine has…

Benzinga

Drone Giant DJI's Russia Halt Pressures Other China Big-Techs

Key Takeaways: DJI has halted its Russia and Ukraine business and will reassess requirements in different legal jurisdictions, following wide-ranging western sanctions on Russia Other Chinese companies facing similar dilemmas include Alibaba, Lenovo, Huawei and Xiaomi By Tina Yip

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin was once nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize, according to Russian media

Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine has devastated millions of lives. However, according to Russian media, President Vladimir Putin has previously been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize

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The Conversation

Ukraine war: Russian tests and Putin's threats recall the nuclear fears of the cold war

Russia is reported to have held drills this week simulating “nuclear-capable strikes”. According to a statement by Russia’s ministry of defence, forces of the Baltic Fleet in the Kaliningrad region, conducted training sessions to “deliver mock missile strikes with the crews of the Iskander operational-tactical missile systems”. The Iskander has…

Al Jazeera

Fiji seizes Russian oligarch’s $300m yacht at US request

US Justice Department task force has focused on seizing Russian yachts and luxury assets following invasion of Ukraine.

Chicago Sun-Times

Akim Aliu graphic novel explores how he confronted racism in hockey

Aimed for an audience of 8- to 12-year-olds, Aliu shares his journey of dealing with the difficulties of assimilating in Ukraine and Canada and the hazing and systemic racism he experienced pursuing his dream of playing pro hockey.

Al Jazeera

Explainer: How does conscription work in Russia?

Spring conscription is under way in Russia, fuelling anxieties that young men will be sent to Ukraine’s front lines.

Reuters

Exclusive-WHO members to consider shutting Europe hub office in Russia over Ukraine - document

World Health Organization states will consider a resolution against Russia next week after its invasion of Ukraine, including the possible closure of a major regional office in Moscow, a document obtained by Reuters showed on Thursday.

Daily Mirror

Vladimir Putin faces dissent as Russian servicemen challenge illegal war order

A total of 25 national guard servicemen who report to Vladimir Putin are set to go to court on Thursday over their illegal dismissal after they refused to enter a foreign war zone

Foreign Policy

Dockworkers Worldwide Are Trying to Stop Russia’s War

Manual laborers keep the world moving—and can slow it down.

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