Comprehensive coverage of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia
Russia's Defense Ministry announces that its forces have 'completed the liberation' of the Luhansk People's Republic, while overnight drone barrages kill two in Kherson and Ukrainian strikes hit a Russian port for the fifth time in ten days.
War enters final days of March as ceasefire talks continue amid reduced international focus
Glide bomb kills civilians including child as Russia continues mass strikes while signaling openness to US diplomatic initiative
Fighting intensifies across multiple front lines as both sides launch operations in warmer weather
Drone attacks on Leningrad Oblast refineries second night in a row as Ukraine targets Moscow's war financing and oil prices jump 53% in a month
Pro-Kremlin milblogger breaks ranks to call for military reforms as Russian forces struggle to achieve victory in Ukraine
Massive aerial assault and armoured advances mark new phase of conflict as Ukraine warns of Putin exploiting Middle East distraction
Mediation efforts continue as both sides signal openness to humanitarian agreements
Moscow uses upgraded FAB-3000 bombs as mass air strikes become primary weapon against fortifications
Drone attack damages multiple aircraft as Kyiv targets Russia's air capabilities near frontline
Moscow uses advanced Oreshnik missile system as escalation signals multiply
Both sides launch operations as warmer weather enables expanded military activity
Moscow commits major forces to recapture region lost to Ukraine in 2024 as spring weather improves battlefield conditions
Analysts assess the military situation as front lines stabilize around key terrain
Day 1,464 sees heavy fighting across front lines while Ukraine-US hold reconstruction talks in Geneva and Russian drones violate NATO airspace
ISW assessment shows fifth year not beginning well for Moscow as Ukrainian successes disprove Russian claims of inevitable victory
Ukrainian forces begin offensive operations as Washington commits additional weapons and ammunition
American and Ukrainian officials hold talks as Trump administration pursues diplomatic initiative
Ukrainian drones hit strategic target deep inside Russia as campaign against Russian energy infrastructure intensifies
Kyiv claims successful attack on naval vessel as Black Sea fleet operations disrupted
Ukrainian drones strike residential area far from front as cross-border attacks intensify
303 combat clashes and 2,500 drones in 24 hours as US and Russian envoys hold productive talks in Florida
January 2026 report card reveals staggering losses on both sides as neither Russia nor Ukraine shows signs of achieving decisive victory
US and European aid packages become focal point of political battles as Ukraine requests accelerated weapons deliveries
Analytical overview shows war of attrition intensifying as drone warfare and economic pressure shape 2026 conflict
Pyongyang's military contribution grows as war enters new phase with international mercenary involvement
Ukrainian attack on hotels and restaurants in Khorly kills dozens during New Year's celebrations as both sides exchange strikes
New Year's message from leaders as conflict approaches grim anniversary
Zelensky suggests temporary ceasefire for holiday spirit while Russian strikes persist across eastern Ukraine
Heavy artillery and missile strikes target cities and towns as Russia presses psychological warfare campaign
Ukraine and Europe present 12-point proposal while Russia declines to comment as sticking points remain insurmountable
Moscow deploys missiles and drones against Ukrainian port city as infrastructure attacks continue through winter months
Kyiv confirms maiden use of new indigenous drone with 1,000km range as strike capabilities expand
Moscow presses battlefield advantages through winter months as both sides prepare for 2026
Both sides prepare for harsh winter conditions as attrition warfare continues
Moscow introduces upgraded Lancet-5 drones as unmanned warfare reaches new intensity
Moscow secures crucial Donetsk logistics hub as fall of key Ukrainian defensive position triggers broader retreat
Moscow targets critical energy facility as campaign to destroy Ukrainian power grid intensifies
Moscow reports territorial gains as fighting intensifies around key Ukrainian strongholds
November report card shows Russian territorial advances accelerating while Ukraine controls just 25% of Donetsk and neither side achieves decisive victory
Moscow's war economy accelerates as military expenditures consume unprecedented share of national resources
Moscow targets supply hub near Poland as interdiction campaign aims to disrupt NATO supply routes
Moscow's forces near key logistics hub in Donetsk as fall of city would mark biggest Russian gain in two years
Massive overnight Shahed barrage targets Ukrainian capital as Russia sets new record for single-night drone deployments
Moscow strikes vessels near Ukrainian ports as naval warfare escalates beyond combat zones
European diplomats reveal new peace initiative along current battle lines as Moscow declines to comment on latest proposals
Battle for crucial Donetsk logistics hub intensifies as Russian reserves pour in and fighting reaches residential areas
Massive strikes target electrical infrastructure as winter approaches and energy crisis deepens
Cross-border attacks continue as Ukraine targets Russian border regions while front lines remain static across eastern Ukraine
Moscow targets energy facility as campaign to cripple Ukrainian power grid intensifies
Ukrainian drones hit strategic depot as cross-border strike campaign targets Russian rear areas
Moscow prepares for prolonged conflict as Day 1,314 brings new military mobilization and record budget allocation
Moscow strikes river infrastructure as conflict over Black Sea shipping routes intensifies
Kyiv targets officer training facility as cross-border strikes intensify on both sides
Moscow strikes educational facility as pattern of civilian infrastructure targeting continues
Overnight barrage hits capital's power and transit systems as Russian air campaign escalates
Kremlin acknowledges negotiations are 'more on pause' as Trump warns his patience with Putin is 'running out fast' and Ukraine faces record attacks
Overnight barrage follows infrastructure repairs as drone warfare intensifies
Moscow launches devastating strikes on Ukrainian capital as September escalation intensifies across front lines
Moscow targets commercial vessels as naval blockade expands beyond military shipping
Coordinated drone strikes damage multiple aircraft as Kyiv intensifies campaign against Russian aviation assets
HUR claims successful strike on Simferopol air base as Ukraine maintains ability to hit deep behind Russian lines
Kyiv launches overnight strikes on energy infrastructure as new military campaign appears imminent
Hundreds of prisoners swapped between the two nations as ceasefire negotiations persist despite battlefield tensions
Moscow deploys mass drone attack from multiple Russian regions as Ukrainian air defenses respond to sustained bombardment
Kyiv celebrates national holiday with major humanitarian development as Russia and Ukraine swap captives held since 2022
Leaders meet in Fairbanks to discuss end to Ukraine war as diplomatic efforts reach critical point
Lavrov rejects Western security arrangements without Moscow's approval while Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery and large-scale attacks continue
Moscow resumes massive strikes while accusing Kyiv of lacking interest in sustainable peace as Trump pushes for full peace deal over ceasefire
Body exchange coincides with diplomatic push as Trump says Putin-Zelensky meeting is being arranged and Switzerland offers to host peace talks
Ukrainian president joins European leaders in Washington as US envoy announces Russia made concessions on all five regions in Alaska summit
Ukraine-Russia conflict continues into its fourth year with front lines largely static
Detailed breakdown of military assistance provided to Ukraine since 2022 with latest commitments
Aircraft engine manufacturing facility targeted in one of deadliest single attacks on civilian infrastructure in months
Historic halt to Russian gas flows through Ukrainian pipelines reshapes European energy security and marks end of Soviet-era arrangement
US officials describe DPRK forces as 'expendable' troops suffering massive losses in human wave attacks in Kursk Oblast
Inflation surge and labor shortages force dramatic monetary tightening despite military production needs
Rapid rebel advance topples long-time Russian ally as Moscow prioritizes Ukraine conflict over Middle East presence
Putin announces combat debut of intermediate-range ballistic missile in strike on Dnipro as response to ATACMS use
Long-range American missiles target military facility in Bryansk Oblast following Biden's authorization
Major policy reversal allows long-range strikes on Russian territory as North Korean troops join combat operations
Republican victory raises questions about future of American military aid and potential pressure for negotiations
Alliance verifies deployment of 10,000 North Korean soldiers to support Russian operations, marking major internationalization of conflict
Russian president demonstrates diplomatic reach as emerging economies gather despite Western isolation attempts
Mining city's capture marks significant Russian tactical victory following prolonged siege and failed previous attempts
Largest single military aid package utilizes presidential drawdown authority before fiscal year end
Moscow deploys significant forces including VDV paratroopers to push back Ukrainian incursion, recapturing 10 settlements
Ulaanbaatar receives Russian president for official visit, ignoring international legal obligations as ICC member state
Nuclear watchdog director tours Russian facility as fighting continues nearby, warning of potential accident risks
Assessment of Ukrainian incursion shows significant territorial control but questions remain about strategic objectives
Ukrainian forces cross into Russian territory in largest attack on Russian soil since World War II, catching Moscow off guard
Multi-nation swap at Ankara airport frees American journalist Evan Gershkovich and others in complex diplomatic achievement
EU presidency holder visits Putin and Xi claiming peace broker role despite lacking mandate from Brussels
Alliance approves $43 billion aid package for 2025 while affirming eventual membership despite ongoing conflict
92 countries gather to discuss Ukraine peace framework as Moscow and Beijing notably absent from diplomatic initiative
Historic agreement uses future profits from immobilized Russian assets to fund massive support package
Major military leadership change sees economist appointed as Russia prioritizes defense industry efficiency and innovation
Moscow launches cross-border assault achieving biggest territorial gains in 18 months as Ukrainian forces struggle with stretched defenses
Critical military assistance package passes after prolonged political deadlock, with weapons shipments beginning within hours
Largest thermal power plant in Kyiv region completely destroyed as Russia escalates campaign against energy facilities
ISIS-K claims responsibility for Crocus City Hall massacre as Russia attempts to link attack to Ukraine despite evidence
Russian president secures fifth term in election marked by limited opposition and wartime mobilization rhetoric
Pentagon confirms covert inclusion of 300km-range missiles in military aid as Ukraine prepares for strategic strikes
Mass gathering for opposition leader's burial despite heavy police presence and arrest threats
Comprehensive background and context of the Ukraine-Russia war
Strategic city falls to Russian forces as ammunition shortages force Ukrainian withdrawal, marking Moscow's biggest gain since Bakhmut
Major military leadership change as Ukraine's most popular general replaced amid strategic disagreements and war fatigue
Brussels uses procedural maneuver to pass massive four-year support package despite Orban's opposition
Strategic town west of Donetsk falls after intense urban combat, providing Russia with tactical advantages for further operations
Britain establishes framework for decade-long military support including intelligence sharing, training, and defense industrial cooperation
First meeting of new institutional framework focuses on urgent military requirements amid intensified Russian strikes
New Year assault employs 122 missiles and drones, marking first confirmed use of North Korean ballistic missiles against Ukraine
Russian border city experiences highest civilian death toll in single incident as cross-border strikes intensify
European Union leaders agree to begin membership negotiations with Ukraine in historic decision at year-end summit
Ukrainian air defenses intercept majority of record drone swarm in six-hour overnight assault on capital
Critical shell shortages force tactical adjustments as Western production struggles to meet battlefield demands
Russian president's high-profile visit to China demonstrates deepening strategic partnership and economic integration
Major Middle East crisis erupts as Palestinian militants launch unprecedented assault, potentially affecting Western military aid priorities
Tactical breakthrough achieved near Robotyne after months of counteroffensive operations against heavily fortified positions
North Korean leader's rare foreign trip to Russia discusses military cooperation and technology exchange amid Western concerns
Domestic production increases in key sectors as parallel import schemes and Asian partnerships offset Western sanctions
Private jet carrying mercenary chief and top commanders crashes two months after failed mutiny, raising questions about circumstances
Currency falls below 100 per dollar mark as sanctions impact deepens and war costs mount
Second Russia-Africa Summit in St. Petersburg sees grain promises and security partnerships despite Western isolation attempts
Systematic strikes target grain infrastructure and UNESCO heritage sites following Moscow's withdrawal from Black Sea agreement
Moscow terminates UN-brokered grain deal citing unmet conditions as global food security concerns mount
Alliance streamlines future membership path but denies immediate invitation, while establishing new cooperation frameworks and F-16 coalition
Mercenary chief Prigozhin orders march on Moscow as private army seizes control of Rostov-on-Don military headquarters
Ukrainian forces begin major military operation aimed at breaking through Russian defensive lines in Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions
Critical dam breach causes massive flooding in southern Ukraine, affecting over 80,000 people and disrupting counteroffensive plans
International experts assess massive ecological damage from dam breach affecting multiple countries beyond Ukraine
Russian mercenaries declare victory in bloodiest European battle since WWII as Ukrainian forces conduct tactical withdrawal
Traditional May 9 celebrations reduced in scope as Moscow faces military setbacks and domestic security fears
Alleged drone attack on Kremlin prompts security review as Moscow blames Ukraine while Kyiv denies involvement
Prigozhin publicly criticizes Russian military leadership for ammunition shortages as Wagner forces face heavy losses in prolonged siege
Rare European leader visit to Kremlin discusses energy cooperation and Kosovo situation despite Western criticism
Nordic country completes rapid accession process, ending 75 years of military neutrality in response to Russian aggression
High-stakes summit addresses conflict mediation as China positions itself as potential peacemaker while maintaining strategic partnership
ICC charges Russian President with war crimes related to unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children, marking historic legal escalation
Advanced weapons system successfully targets hardened facilities, showcasing technological edge in missile technology
Urban warfare reaches peak intensity as Russian forces attempt to complete encirclement of symbolic eastern city
World leaders deliver contrasting messages as Russia-Ukraine conflict reaches one-year mark with no resolution in sight
First US presidential visit since invasion begins as Biden meets Zelensky, declaring 'Democracy stands' in symbolic show of support
Massive reinforcement of Russian forces arrives in Donbas region as Moscow prepares major offensive operations
Marine units advance through heavily mined terrain, establishing control over strategic heights south of Donetsk
Germany announces first Leopard 2 deliveries while US commits Abrams tanks, breaking Western taboo on heavy armor transfers
Salt mining town falls to Russian assault after weeks of intense fighting, marking tactical victory in eastern Ukraine
Russian missile hits residential complex in major Ukrainian city, causing one of deadliest single attacks on civilian target
Russian President declares temporary halt to military operations for Orthodox Christmas, Ukraine rejects proposal as propaganda
Ukrainian military retakes strategic southern city after Russian forces withdraw across Dnipro River
Coordinated strikes across Ukraine target power plants and electrical grid in apparent shift to infrastructure warfare strategy
International agreement allows resumption of Ukrainian grain exports through Black Sea corridor, addressing global food security concerns
American-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems deployed in eastern Ukraine, marking escalation in Western military support
Nordic countries abandon decades of neutrality, applying for NATO membership in response to Russian invasion of Ukraine
Prime Ministers of Poland, Czech Republic, and Slovenia travel to besieged Ukrainian capital in solidarity gesture
Ukrainian forces find hundreds of civilian bodies in Bucha following Russian military withdrawal from Kyiv region
Devastating bombing of theater clearly marked as civilian shelter kills hundreds in one of war's deadliest single attacks
First attack on operating nuclear facility in history raises fears of radiation disaster as Russians seize Europe's largest nuclear plant
Heavy bombardment of Ukraine's second-largest city targets civilian infrastructure and government buildings
Germany reverses decades-old policy against sending weapons to conflict zones, announcing military aid to Ukraine
Comprehensive timeline of the Ukraine-Russia conflict from Euromaidan to full-scale invasion
Russian forces begin comprehensive military assault on Ukraine at dawn, attacking from north, east, and south in largest European conflict since WWII
Parliament approves nationwide emergency measures granting enhanced powers as Russian invasion threat becomes imminent
Former German Chancellor confirms peace process was designed to give Ukraine time to strengthen military capabilities
Russia formally recognizes separatist territories, abandoning Minsk agreements and setting stage for military intervention
Moscow's withdrawal claims contradicted by Western intelligence showing continued force positioning for invasion
Allied Resolve 2022 exercises provide cover for invasion force positioning in final preparation for attack
Moscow presents sweeping demands for European security restructuring with threats of military action
Intelligence reports suggest imminent military action as Russia positions forces for potential full-scale invasion
Largest joint exercises in years involving 200,000 troops demonstrate Russian-Belarusian military cooperation
Largest military concentration since 2014 raises international alarm about possible new phase of aggression
End of most stable ceasefire since 2014 brings return to violence and renewed casualties in eastern Ukraine
Comprehensive ceasefire brings several months of relative calm with dramatically reduced casualties
First four-way summit in three years yields limited progress as Zelensky meets Putin for peace talks
Political outsider defeats incumbent Poroshenko in landslide victory, winning 73% of votes in runoff election
First martial law declaration since conflict began covers ten border regions following Russian naval aggression
Russian forces fire upon and capture three Ukrainian naval vessels, detaining 24 sailors in major escalation
Heaviest fighting since Minsk II leaves thousands without heat in freezing temperatures as battle rages near Donetsk
Rare successful implementation of Minsk humanitarian provisions as Ukraine and separatists exchange prisoners
Violent protests in Kyiv against constitutional reforms kill National Guard officers as Ukraine considers decentralization requirements
Ukrainian military completes withdrawal from strategic Debaltseve following intense fighting despite Minsk II ceasefire
European leaders broker comprehensive ceasefire deal between Ukraine and Russia after 17-hour negotiations following collapse of earlier truce
Ukrainian government and pro-Russian separatists sign ceasefire agreement in Minsk, but fighting continues despite diplomatic breakthrough
Passenger aircraft carrying 298 people shot down by surface-to-air missile over Donbas region, marking deadliest incident of Ukraine conflict
Chocolate tycoon and former foreign minister secures overwhelming victory in first round, promising to end conflict in eastern Ukraine
Street confrontations between pro-Russian and pro-Ukrainian demonstrators lead to fire at Trade Unions building, resulting in Ukraine's deadliest single incident of 2014
Well-organized armed formations capture strategic cities in eastern Ukraine, marking the beginning of armed conflict in Donbas region
Coordinated protests in eastern Ukraine result in occupation of administrative buildings as demonstrators demand separation from Ukraine
Crimean authorities conduct referendum on joining Russia under military occupation, with reported 95% support amid international condemnation
Russian authorities and state media characterize the new Ukrainian government as illegitimate, pointing to extremist groups among protesters
Professional gunmen in military uniform but without identifying insignia take control of Crimean government buildings and raise Russian flags
Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych abandons Kyiv and flees the country as parliament votes 328-0 to remove him, citing dereliction of duty
President Yanukovych and opposition leaders sign agreement calling for early elections and constitutional reforms in attempt to end deadly crisis
February 18, 2014 marked the deadliest violence in Ukraine since independence as security forces clashed with protesters on Kyiv's Maidan