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Russia-Ukraine war: School denies Moscow’s claim of troop casualties
School shrugs at Russian defence ministry's report of 600 Ukraine soldiers killed.
Putin ‘not unpleasant’ - Macron
The French leader made the comments before giving Kyiv more military support.
Ukraine denies Russia success after barracks bombing
Ukraine disputes Russia's claims of 600 dead after a missile strike on soldier barracks.
Putin unveils new 'fireball' weapon 'like a meteorite'
Russian President plans to parade his new firepower on a warship.
US President Joe Biden’s Israel quandary with new Netanyahu far right government
Israeli Prime Minister’s new government is giving the Biden administration headaches.
Ukrainians celebrate Orthodox Christmas in reclaimed church
A day prior, Ukraine’s govt took over administration of church from Moscow patriarchate.
US to send $3.75b in military aid to Ukraine, its neighbours
Help will include armoured carrier known as a 'tank-killer' because of missiles it fires.
Top Russian dies in mysterious car crash - latest in long line
Magomed Abdulayev latest top Russian with links to Putin to die in strange circumstances.
Ukraine weekend ceasefire uncertain amid mistrust
Putin announced the weekend ceasefire yesterday for the Russian Orthodox Church Christmas.
Putin orders weekend ceasefire in Ukraine
The 36-hour ceasefire is for the Russian Orthodox Christmas holiday, the Kremlin says.
For Russian troops, cellphone use is a persistent, lethal danger
New York Times: Ukrainian artillery targets Russian soldiers by pinpointing phone signals.
Sitting ducks? Russian military flaws seen in deaths of at least 89 soldiers
More details emerge of how 89 Russian soldiers were killed in artillery attack.
'Life is overrated': Putin’s mouthpiece urges Russians not to fear death
Show host has turned heads with a not-so-festive new year message on Russian television.
Rise of the killer robots: Ukraine war drones herald dark future
Drone advances in Ukraine could inaugurate a new age of warfare.
‘Mystery woman’ among recurring faces flanking Putin at events
Analysts claim to have busted a propaganda ploy regularly used by Russian President.
‘Turmoil’: Signs man ‘worse than Putin’ could take over as Russia’s next leader
A star is rising in Russia. And he’s becoming increasingly bold.
'Russia will not take away a single year from Ukraine:' Zelenskyy's stirring speech after NY attacks
Air raid sirens sounded in the capital shortly after midnight on New Year.
Assassination fears: Suspicion as four senior Russians suddenly die
Festive season fatalities represent Putin’s last effective weapon: Fear
'Russia's unfriendly list': World map misplaces NZ, again
I guess we should be happy we were included at all, for a change.
Opinion: Global backlash against Putin has rejuvenated democracy
Authoritarian regimes were in command to start 2022. Russia's failures changed that.
US economy can still pull off ‘soft landing’
Financial Times: Biden administration sees large-scale investments blunting downturn.
Fallen colossus: USSR’s terror, triumphs began 100 years ago
The Soviet Union has loomed over the world with its technological accomplishments.
Putin is vowing to strengthen Russia's navy with nuclear submarine
The Russian President has vowed to further strengthen his navy.
Russia hits key infrastructure after missile strikes across Ukraine
Biggest wave of strikes in weeks have damaged power stations, critical infrastructure.
Ukraine cops fresh Russian missile barrage
Offensive is the latest in a series of attacks focused on national infrastructure.
Ukraine plans to develop air-to-air combat drones
Minister says Russia’s war in Ukraine is the first major war of the internet age.
Russia jails first soldier who refused to go to war in Ukraine
Telegraph: The new offence was signed into law in September by President Vladimir Putin.
Wander, woman: Global travel adventures for your next girls' trip
Make 2023 the year you plan that all-girls getaway.
Ukraine wants February peace summit with UN mediating
But UN Secretary-General "can only mediate if all parties want him to mediate”.
Russia reportedly preparing for new invasion in northern Ukraine
A worst-case scenario could become reality as Russia builds up arms.
Bomber base deep inside Russia hit by drone attack - kills three
Telegraph: Airfield struck for the second time this month.
Putin claims Moscow ready for Ukraine talks as attacks go on
Russia ready for talks to end the war even as Ukraine faced more attacks from Moscow.
I gave the Ukrainians no chance of winning - now I truly believe they can
This year, Jarrod Gilbert's best Christmas wishes go to Ukraine's soldiers.