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Exodus from Ukraine: A night spent with civilians fleeing Russia's invasion

Thousands of Ukrainian civilians have been fleeing the Russian invasion since Thursday and are trying to reach neighbouring Poland. The chaotic evacuation, with dozens of kilometres of traffic jams on the Ukrainian side, foreshadows a large-scale humanitarian crisis. Mehdi Chebil, FRANCE 24’s correspondent on the ground, reports.

France 24

Zelensky says Kyiv still under Ukraine’s control and he will arm anyone who will fight Russians

As fierce street clashes commence in capital, president pushes for urgent ascension to European Union

The Independent UK

Ukraine: Tens of thousands flee to Poland amid Russian attacks

Nine reception centres have been set up along border in Poland, which already has community of 1.5 million Ukrainians.

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UN Refugee Agency: Nearly 120,000 Ukrainians Have Fled

Nearly 120,000 people have so far fled Ukraine into Poland and other neighboring countries in the wake of Russian invasion, the UN refugee agency said on Saturday. The number was going up fast as Ukrainians grabbed their belongings and rushed to escape from a deadly Russian onslaught on their nation,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Calls for Immediate De-escalation, Cessation of Hostilities in Ukraine

The United Arab Emirates called at a meeting of the UN Security Council for an immediate de-escalation and cessation of hostilities in Ukraine, state news agency WAM said on Saturday. It expressed "particular alarm at the consequences for civilians present in Ukraine, as well as for the region, and for…

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Pedersen Concerned over Russian War Impact on His Efforts in Syria

Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen of Norway has expressed concern over the impact of the Russian war against Ukraine on the diplomatic efforts to settle the war in Syria. “Every month I draw your attention to the fact that Syrians across the country and those who are displaced are…

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US Allows Transactions with Afghan Govt despite Sanctions

The United States on Friday issued new rules that would allow most commercial and financial transactions with Afghanistan while maintaining sanctions against the Taliban, in an effort to ease the flow of humanitarian aid and kickstart the paralyzed economy. Non-governmental organizations and financial institutions have expressed concerns about running afoul…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Ukrainian army urged to resist Russian surge as Zelenskiy hails Macron's support

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Saturday called on the army to stand firm against Russian invaders as street fighting raged around the capital Kyiv.

Radio France Internationale

China Is Russia’s Best Hope to Blunt Sanctions, but Wary

China is the only friend that might help Russia blunt the impact of economic sanctions over its invasion of Ukraine, but President Xi Jinping’s government is giving no sign it might be willing to risk its own access to US and European markets by doing too much. Even if Beijing…

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UN to Agree on Plan for 'Historic' Plastics Treaty

More than 100 nations convening in Nairobi next week are expected to take the first steps toward establishing a historic global treaty to tackle the plastic crisis afflicting the planet. Plastic has been found in Arctic sea ice, the bellies of whales and Earth's atmosphere, and governments have been under…

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'Historic’ global plastics treaty in pipeline

More than 100 countries will gather in Nairobi next week to take the first steps toward establishing a historic global treaty to tackle the plastic crisis afflicting the planet.

Bangkok Post

The Russia-Ukraine crisis explained: How the invasion unfolded

Vladimir Putin’s invasion of eastern Donbas is finally underway after diplomatic efforts fail

The Independent UK

Saudi, British FMs Discuss Latest Developments

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah received on Friday telephone calls from British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss and United Nations chief Antonio Guterres. Talks focused on the latest regional and international developments. With Truss, Prince Faisal discussed bilateral relations between Riyadh and London and ways to bolster…

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‘Disturbed’ India abstains from vote against Russia at UNSC

Draft resolution, sponsored by U.S., fails as Russia exercises veto

The Hindu

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Where are the Harry Potter cast now - From Big Mo's brother to Leeds United podcast

Many of their careers have gone onto flourish

Los Angeles Times

Russia vetoes UN resolution condemning its own invasion of Ukraine

WASHINGTON — Russia stood alone Friday to veto a U.N. resolution condemning its “brutal” invasion of Ukraine, killing the measure — for now. But all other members in the solemn session of the U.N. Security Council either voted in favor or abstained, testament to rounds of intensive diplomatic pleas by…

Al Jazeera

Russian invasion of Ukraine enters third day: What we know so far

Reports of artillery blasts in Kyiv as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns of impending Russian assault on the capital.

Axios

Mapped: 87 countries condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine at the UN

China, India and the UAE abstained from the vote.

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Thousands of refugees flee Ukraine into neighbouring EU countries as men are told to stay and fight

Waiting up to 12 hours on roads packed with cars, refugees hug their loved ones after crossing the Ukrainian border into Poland. But some had to leave their husbands and sons behind.

Al Jazeera

‘Nazi-style course of action’: Ukraine blasts Russia at UNSC meet

Ukraine envoy also accuses Russia of violating rules by continuing as UNSC president during votes concerning Moscow.

Wales Online

Ukraine invasion has left Russia ' isolated with no support', says UK ambassador to UN

'The United Kingdom stands steadfast in support of the Ukrainian people and will hold Russia accountable for its aggression'

The Independent UK

UK and US impose sanctions on Putin as the noose tightens around Kyiv

Western allies announce further economic measures amid fears of a devastating Russian attack on the Ukrainian capital.

The Guardian - UK

African countries spending billions to cope with climate crisis

Report says average 4% of GDP will be spent on adapting to climate breakdown, risking deeper poverty

The Guardian - AU

Australia plans to join allies in personally sanctioning Putin and says expulsion of Russian diplomats a ‘live option’

Marise Payne flags further action over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine after allies announce they will personally sanction Vladimir Putin and Russia’s foreign affairs minister, Sergei Lavrov

France 24

As it happened: Kyiv under curfew as France, Germany pledge to arm Ukraine

Russian forces launched coordinated missile and artillery attacks on Ukrainian cities on Saturday including the capital, Kyiv, where a curfew went into effect at 5pm local time. After Ukrainian forces said they had repulsed an attack on the capital overnight, President Volodymyr Zelensky shot a selfie-style video in the city…

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