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Why Ukraine has fought Russia for every inch of Bakhmut
Bakhmut has a symbolic value to Ukraine and Russia and both will fight for it to the end.
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Diplomatic tour by Ukraine’s Zelenskyy highlights Putin’s stark isolation
By contrast, Russia's president has been facing unprecedented worldwide isolation.
The show must go on: Ukrainian director drafted ahead of opening night
The play is drawn from real-life experiences of Ukrainians enduring the Russian invasion.
'I do nothing else': Ukrainian trauma surgeon operates on soldiers all day long
'I don’t even remember the last time I extracted a bullet.'
Ukraine downs hypersonic missiles during 'exceptional' Kyiv bombardment
Ukraine has claimed victory after downing all missiles Russia aimed at Kyiv.
'Pressure is growing': Ukraine president makes surprise visit to France
Zelenskyy elicits fresh pledges of military support from France for his counter-offensive.
'A tragedy of millions': Zelenskyy asks the Pope to condemn Russia's war
The Pope offered his efforts a year ago to help end the war Russia began.
'Devastated': AFP journalist killed during intense battle in Ukraine
Arman Soldin, 32, was with a team of AFP journalists travelling with Ukrainian soldiers.
Ukraine farmers surrounded by risks, from mines to logistics
Russia's war has forced Ukraine's grain farmers into a vicious dilemma.
Russia evacuates nuclear plant town amid potential danger
The area is becoming 'increasingly unpredictable and potentially dangerous.'
Third explosion invloving prominent pro-Kremlin figures
The driver of the car was killed in the explosion.
Watch: Fights break out between Russian and Ukrainian delegates in Turkey
Turkish parliamentarians were forced to suspend the meeting.
Zelenskyy visits home of International Criminal Court
Zelenskyy is in the Netherlands for a surprise visit to the city that is home to the ICC.
Ukraine President in Finland for summit of Nordic leaders
The high-level meeting takes place weeks after Finland became a Nato member.
Russia disrupts Ukraine counter-offensive with ammunition depot strike
Defence minister says spring offensive remains on schedule after missile barrage.
'We don't feel peace': Fuel depot blast was preparatory to Ukrainian counter-offensive
Russian logistics being targeted to undermine morale ahead of ‘large-scale’ attack.
Russian engineer and his girlfriend avoid deportation from New Zealand
The couple faced deportation after they were struck with redundancy.
'God’s punishment': Ukrainian drones strike Crimea oil depot - official
A massive fire has erupted at an oil depot in Crimea after a Ukrainian drone strike.
China tries to act as mediator in Russia’s war with Ukraine
Beijing plans to send an envoy to Ukraine to discuss a possible 'political settlement'.
Palmerston North woman travels to Ukraine to help out local charity
Emma Richardson says the best way for Kiwis to help is to raise money.
Fallen NZDF soldier honoured in Anzac service
Former NZDF soldier Kane Te Tai volunteered to fight overseas.
Russian soldiers beg for help as own army throws them into pit
Russia is cracking down on soldiers who refuse to fight in Ukraine.
Ukraine crosses 'crucial river', prepares to strike deep into Russian territory
Reports that Ukraine soldiers readying for a counter-offensive come as Russia retreats.
'You're a man, act like one': Russia tells taxi drivers, supermarket stackers to join army
The ad targets men working in menial jobs and suggests they are wasting their lives.
'I do not repent': World turns on Russia over single photo of captured dissident
Single photograph of a man in a glass cage and handcuffs united the world against Russia.
Putin, Zelenskyy rally troops for new phase of war
Leaders of Russia and Ukraine have spent the last few days trying to rally the frontline.
G7 vows to intensify sanctions on Russia over war in Ukraine
'There can be no impunity for war crimes and other atrocities.'
Ukraine: We will launch counteroffensive when ready
It’s only a matter of time before Ukraine is ready to attack Russia again.
'Parroting propaganda': US blasts Brazil’s welcome of Russian minister
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has refused to provide weapons to Ukraine.
US ambassador visits reporter accused by Russia of spying
The US reiterated its call for the immediate release of the Wall Street Journal reporter.