The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

Ukrainian forces advance into Russia's Kursk region, capturing soldiers and assets, causing regional emergency.

In 2016 Hunter Biden sent at least one letter to the US ambassador to Italy on behalf of the Ukrainian gas company Burisma

Russia reportedly shifting troops from Kaliningrad to Kursk following Ukraine's incursion. Lithuanian Defense Minister praises Ukraine's actions.

Russia suspends peace talks with Ukraine following Ukraine's incursion into Kursk region, citing disruption of negotiations.

Ukraine's drone attack on Russian airfields escalates conflict, raising international concerns.

Kyiv says it has also launched a major drone attack on four Russian airbases and shot down an enemy jet

German authorities issue international arrest warrant for Ukrainian suspect in Nord Stream pipeline explosions, leading to political tensions in Europe.

On Aug. 6, 2024, Ukrainian soldiers crossed the border into Kursk province, marking the first invasion of foreign troops into Russian territory since World War II. In the days since, Russian television viewers and social media users have been confronted with images of burned-out houses and captured Russian soldiers.

Ukraine on Wednesday pressed its surprise offensive in Russian territory and bombarded the neighbouring border region of Belgorod, where the governor has declared a state of emergency.

Commentary: Ukraine’s seizure of territory in Russia’s Kursk oblast is its riskiest move in the war

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