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Moscow banned criticism of the Ukraine war and barred the only party calling for peace.

Russia has seized Nestle, Auchan, Lemana Pro and FM Logistic assets.

European leaders warn Nato faces growing threats as the US weighs troop cuts in Europe.

More than 70 firefighters work to extinguish a blaze at a multi-storey building in Ukraine's Odesa after a Russian strike injured 10 people, including two emergency workers.

New York Times: Rumours of a large, forced mobilisation are rampant.

Ukraine and Moscow have not immediately confirmed the reported agreement.

The former UK PM was evacuated after a Russian drone strike near Ukraine’s border.

His Ireland visit has mixed diplomacy, golf and promotion of his resort.

The gathering of world leaders takes place on December 14 and 15 in Miami.

Victims from four countries were allegedly lured by fake civilian job offers.

Moldova says a Russian drone entered its airspace, delaying Zelenskyy's flight.

New York Times: A surprise request from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rattled allies.

Putin and Trump discussed the Ukraine war in an hour-long call, Kremlin says.

The components were allegedly disguised with a customs code for nylon and polyester.

Diplomatic efforts made progress but there is no end in sight for the years-long conflict.

President Zelensky proposes putting a ceasefire in place during the US envoys' visit.

Ukraine's leader says airlines should avoid Russian airspace as drone attacks increase.

Russian minister's G20 appearance strains talks on Ukraine and Iran.

The Russian consulate in Bonn is to be closed amid diplomatic countermeasures.

European leaders have recently raised concerns of Russia-Nato tension escalating to direct attacks. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

If the Russians were to strike across the border into Estonia, Nato would be drawn in.

Rescuers continue to clear the site of a Russian drone strike on a warehouse near Kyiv that killed at least 27 people. Video / AFP

The attack was the second to hit a munitions depot near Kyiv in less than two months.

New York Times: Hegseth has fired or forced out half a dozen senior officers.

The CIA and Pentagon did not comment on the purpose of the secretive mission.

Millions of images of Russia's military will help strengthen Britain's defence systems.

Four more people, including three children, were killed in a Mykolaiv strike.

Morning Headlines | Major Ukrainian shopping centre hit by drone and the public are being urged to report sick or dead birds | Saturday, August 22, 2026

Mykhailo Fedorov says the country must 'restore a full democratic process'.