The Latest Breaking News from Frank Ledwidge

The next couple of weeks is likely to see Ukraine’s weather taking a turn for the worse, bringing first rain and then, as temperatures plummet, increasingly heavy snowfalls. “General Winter” has always had an important part to play in armed conflicts in this part of the world – something that…

Ever since Vladimir Putin sent Russian troops across the border into Ukraine, the role of the UN as global problem solver has come under scrutiny. Any attempts for meaningful action by the security council are immediately stymied by the fact that – as a permanent member – Russia can simply…

Over 50 specialist Syrian barrel bomb technicians are in Russia but an expert claims the move shows Russian President Vladimir Putin is "going downmarket militarily"

One of the most important days on the Russian calendar is just around the corner, and all eyes are on Vladimir Putin who could use the holiday to declare his intentions for the future of Ukraine.

Ukraine say Russian forces have launched a "powerful assault" on the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, where more than 200 civilians are still holed up with Ukrainian fighters, according to the city's mayor. Humanitarian workers say around 100 civilians have successfully been evacuated from the plant and are now in…

As forecast, the focus of hostilities in Ukraine has shifted away from Kyiv and the north towards the south and east of the country where Russia is expected to launch an offensive any day now. In addition to the siege of the port city of Mariupol, where Ukrainian marines are…

Analysts say Russia’s war goals are unchanged but its revised strategy may be the result of unexpected challenges.

Analysts agree with the UK’s suggestion that Putin’s original plan is failing, but warn of darker times ahead.

When Vladimir Putin started the war in Ukraine, he had a large army at his disposal, stockpiles of heavy weapons and a wealth of experience from previous military campaigns to tap into. His neighbour was outnumbered, outgunned and outmatched. So why is Russia's military now facing a morale problem?