War in Ukraine

 

Moscow residents feel war fatigue as four years of Ukraine war strain economy

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Moscow has suffered few direct attacks in the four years of war between Russia and Ukraine.
Half of the city’s population says the conflict doesn’t affect them.
Yet war weariness is building, due to economic hardship, limited freedoms and technology restrictions.

Al Jazeera’s Dmitry Medvedenko reports from Moscow, Russia.

Eastern Ukraine civilians flee frontlines as Russian offensive intensifies

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As Russia’s offensive in eastern Ukraine intensifies, residents near the frontline in the Dnipropetrovsk region are evacuating in increasing numbers.
The town of Slovianka has become perilously close to the fighting, with frequent drone strikes and artillery fire forcing inhabitants to abandon their homes.

Evacuation points have become vital lifelines, processing dozens of people daily who are fleeing with only what they can carry.
Many evacuees face the heart-wrenching reality that this may be their final farewell to the only homes they’ve ever known.
The nearby hub of Pokrovsk remains a key target for Russian forces, underscoring the strategic importance of these evacuations.
As families are relocated westward, they grapple with an uncertain future, seeking safety and employment in unfamiliar territories. The human cost of the conflict is evident in the tearful goodbyes and the challenges faced by volunteers working tirelessly to convince reluctant residents that the time has come to leave.

Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Slovianka, Eastern Ukraine.

 

‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least 18, wounds dozens

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An overnight Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine’s capital has killed at least 18 people, including four children, and wounded dozens of others, officials said.
Powerful explosions rocked Kyiv into the early hours of Thursday morning, as Russian projectiles damaged buildings in 33 locations across all 10 districts of the city, including the headquarters of the European Union mission to Ukraine and the British Council.
Local officials said at least 48 people were wounded in the attack, with casualties expected to rise.

Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Kyiv.

 

Moscow claims dozens of Ukrainian drones downed; Russian oil refineries hit

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Russian air defence forces have shot down Ukrainian drones targeting the north of the Rostov region
Nearly 90 people were forced to evacuate due to debris falling from the drones.
Unexploded fragments fell on the roof of a house and are in danger of detonating.

A Russian oil refinery in the Samara region is on fire after a reported drone strike.
Russian officials have not yet commented on the attack
Reports say the area saw at least 17 drone strikes.

Al Jazeera’s Dorsa Jabbari has the latest from Moscow, Russia.

 

Several killed, dozens wounded in Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv

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A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv has killed at least 14 people and injured another 48.
Among those killed were three children.
Local authorities say that the number of casualties is expected to rise.
The attack targeted over 20 locations across the capital.
Rescue teams are working to pull people trapped underneath rubble.

Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has more now from the scene of that attack in Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Ukraine war: Kyiv boosts long-range missile production

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Ukraine’s defence industry is rapidly developing long-range weapons that rival Western capabilities. The country has unveiled its Neptune missile with a 1,000km range, surpassing the reach of Western-supplied arms. These domestically produced weapons, including advanced drones, are being used to strike economic targets deep inside Russia without the need for US approval. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has emphasised Ukraine’s autonomy in using its own long-range weapons. The upcoming Flamingo FP-5 cruise missile, with a potential range of 3,000km, could significantly impact Russia’s wartime economy, particularly its oil and gas exports. As Ukraine’s defence sector matures, it is gaining the ability to strike a wider array of targets within Russian territory.

Al Jazeera’s Alex Gatopoulos reports.

 

Millions of Ukrainians displaced by Russia’s invasion face uncertainty over returning home

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The United Nations says more than 10 million Ukrainians have fled the fighting since Russia invaded three and a half years ago. Many are struggling to accept they may never return to their homes.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russia ramps up drone production, reshaping the war in Ukraine

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Russia has gone from importing drones to pouring billions of dollars into producing its own.
It says it will soon be able to make 4,000 drones a day.
The increase is having a big impact on the war in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid got rare access to one factory producing these drones in Moscow, Russia.

 

Ukraine will achieve peace through strength, not concessions: Ukraine’s envoy to Qatar

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Donald Trump has met Ukraine’s president and several European leaders at the White House.
They outlined steps to end the war with Russia, including security guarantees for Ukraine and rest of Europe.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he’s ready for direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Donald Trump says arrangements have begun for a face-to-face meeting between the two leaders.

Andrii Kuzmenko is the Ukrainian Ambassador to Qatar. He emphasises Ukraine’s commitment to a “just, lasting and reliable” peace, underlining that peace must be achieved from a position of strength, not weakness.

 

Optimism grows in Russia as diplomatic efforts raise hopes for a peace agreement
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In Russia, there’s hope the growing diplomatic momentum will result in an agreement to end the war.
President Vladimir Putin is reportedly offering to leave Ukraine’s Sumy and Kharkiv regions, which Russia is currently occupying.
He’s also making several demands, including the takeover of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region.

Ukraine peace talks: Trump sits down with European leaders at the White House

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Speaking to the public alongside European leaders, the US president said it was an “honour” to convene with them at the White House, stressing that they were united in their goal of ending the war.
“We’ve had a very successful day so far, with important discussions as we work to end the killing and stop the war in Ukraine,” Trump said.
“We’re all working towards the same goal. A very simple goal: we want to stop the killing and get this settled,” he added.
At the NATO summit, Trump softened his tone towards European leaders, offering effusive praise after years of strained relations. He described NATO chief Rutte as a “great gentleman,” called the UK prime minister a “friend,” and said he liked France’s Macron “even more now.” Italy’s Meloni was hailed as an “inspiration,” while Finland’s president was complimented on his appearance. The warmest moment came with Germany’s chancellor, whom Trump jokingly asked about his “great” tan—a stark contrast to earlier tensions over trade and security. The remarks signalled a strategic pivot to diplomacy following his previous criticisms.

Trump-Zelenskyy meeting: Ukraine open to trilateral talks with Putin
30,759 views Aug 19, 2025 #Ukraine #UkraineWar #UkraineRussiaWar
US President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House ahead of a meeting with other European leaders.
Before taking reporter questions, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Trump’s “personal efforts to stop the killings and end the wars.” The Ukrainian leader stated his willingness to participate in trilateral talks with Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the conflict.
Trump affirmed US involvement in providing security guarantees as part of any future peace agreement to resolve Russia’s war in Ukraine. However, ahead of the summit, he had urged Kyiv to relinquish its claims to Crimea – annexed by Russia in 2014 in a move widely condemned as illegal under international law – and abandon its NATO membership ambitions.

Are US security guarantees enough to end the war in Ukraine? | Inside Story

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According to Donald Trump, it is possible to end the war in Ukraine– it just needs president Volodymyr Zelenskyy to agree.
But for Zelenskyy, agreeing to anything that means losing territory to Russia is not only difficult, but may be impossible under Ukraine’s constitution.
Several European leaders are joining Zelenskyy in Washington for his crucial talk with president Trump– after his summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska.
There are reports of a possible deal on offer…
But is it possible for Zelenskyy to agree to a deal without ceding any land to Russia?
And what does it all say about Europe’s position in the world?

Presenter: Adrian Finighan

Guests:

Peter Zalmayev – Executive Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative.

Jean-Marc Rickli – Head of Global and Emerging Risks at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy.

Mattia Nelles – CEO and Co-founder of the German-Ukrainian Bureau think-tank.

 

Ukraine war: Several people killed in Russian strikes on Kharkiv, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia

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Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities have resulted in a devastating toll on civilians, with an entire family, including a two-year-old child, killed in a strike on a residential area of Kharkiv.
The Ukrainian military reports that Russia launched 140 drones and 4 ballistic missiles overnight, with 25 direct hits.
The recent escalation has led to the highest civilian casualty count in a 24-hour period in weeks, whilst the UN monitoring mission notes that last month saw a three-year high in civilian deaths, with nearly 300 losing their lives to Russian strikes.
As emergency services continue to search through the rubble, local officials warn that the death toll may rise further.
The attacks come just hours out from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky heads to Washington for crucial talks with US President Donald Trump, highlighting the urgent need for diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to meet Trump for high-stakes talks amid US policy shifts

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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived in Washington, DC for his meeting with US President Donald Trump on Monday.
Donald Trump’s policy on Ukraine has changed multiple times in the past few months.
It often leaves Kyiv and European countries scrambling to accommodate Ukraine’s most powerful ally.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv on what’s at stake with Zelenskyy’s Washington visit.

 

European leaders to shore up Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for DC talks with Trump

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EU leaders will join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy when he meets US President Donald Trump on Monday.
They want an agreement to end the war and security guarantees to prevent Russia from launching more wars.

Al Jazeera’s Hashem Ahelbarra reports from Brussels, Belgium.

 

‘Great progress’ but no deal :Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in Alaska

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Vladimir Putin received a red carpet welcome from Donald Trump at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. The two leaders held a private meeting in Trump’s limousine, followed by bilateral talks lasting under three hours—shorter than the initially projected six hours. Despite no ceasefire announcement, both sides claimed the discussions were productive. Putin emphasized his desire to end the war in Ukraine and restore U.S.-Russia relations, including lifting sanctions and resuming air travel. Trump later stated that only Ukrainian President Zelensky can agree to a ceasefire, promising a follow-up meeting soon. The summit appears to mark a diplomatic win for Russia, with future talks hinted at by both leaders.

Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett reports.

 

Ukraine, EU, US leaders speak ahead of Trump-Putin meeting

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The German Chancellor says European leaders have urged Donald Trump to work towards peace, that protects European and Ukrainian security interests.
Friedrich Merz made the comments, after holding a virtual call with Trump – along with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Al Jazeera’s Step Vaessen reports from Berlin, Germany.

 

Ukraine war: Fierce battles as Russia attempts to encircle Pokrovsk

65,235 views Aug 14, 2025 #UkraineWar #Ukraine #RussiaUkraineWar
Ukrainian troops suffered heavy injuries while defending the strategic town of Pokrovsk, now partially surrounded after Russia’s most significant advance in months.
Despite unverified drone footage showing Russian losses, their forces broke through Ukrainian lines, gaining 10km in days and endangering critical supply routes.
A Ukrainian commander warned that seizing Pokrovsk would cripple logistics for multiple cities. Meanwhile, Russian military footage celebrated capturing nearby Yablunivka, while Ukrainian medics described extreme risks evacuating wounded under relentless drone attacks.
This push comes ahead of scheduled talks between US and Russian officials in Alaska, with Moscow seemingly intent on seizing as much territory as possible beforehand.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Ukrainian drone attack kills one and damages facility in Russia’s Saratov region

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At least one person has been killed in a Ukrainian drone attack, on Russia’s southern city of Saratov.
The governor says a local industrial facility has been damaged.
Ukrainian media say an oil refinery is on fire.
Kyiv has regularly targeted Russian energy facilities with drone attacks, in the past months.

Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid is in Moscow, Russia with more.

Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected any suggestion of land concessions to Russia.
It comes just a day after US President Donald Trump said there could be, some “swapping of territories”, to end the conflict.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford has more from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Life under martial law: Govt’s additional powers extended until November

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More than three-and-a-half years after Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine remains under martial law.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy imposed it at the beginning of the war, giving sweeping powers to the government and military and now the law’s been extended again until November.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from the capital Kyiv, on how its affecting people’s lives.

 

Kremlin: Trump and Putin to meet soon to discuss Ukraine war ceasefire

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A meeting is set to be held between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, in the coming days.
The Kremlin says both parties have begun working on finer details of the plan.
It comes amid efforts to reach an end to the war in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid has more from Moscow, Russia.

 

Kyiv struck again: Civilian deaths mount amid relentless Russian attacks

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Russian attacks on Kyiv continue to escalate, with an increasing number of civilians among the dead. The capital’s residential areas are repeatedly hit, leaving families devastated and neighborhoods in ruins. Sirens blare nightly across the city as residents brace for more airstrikes.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv.

 

Russian drone barrage injures civilians in Kyiv, damages homes

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Russian attacks on Kyiv injured multiple civilians, including a child, after targeting residential areas overnight.
A residential building in the capital suffered severe damage, with survivors describing narrow escapes as explosions shattered windows and walls. Authorities reported hundreds of attacks across Ukraine, many intercepted, though debris from downed drones or missiles still caused destruction.
Residents now heed air raid alerts more urgently amid intensified strikes in recent months.
Emergency repairs are underway, but many face harsh conditions with homes exposed to the elements. The attacks have left civilians shaken, with some attributing their survival to last-minute decisions to flee to shelters.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv.

 

Ukraine’s recruitment struggles: Russian forces destroy six enlistment centres

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At least three people have been killed overnight in ongoing exchanges between Russia and Ukraine. Two people have died in Russia’s Rostov region in a Ukrainian drone attack, while one person died in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro after a Russian strike.
And while Russian attacks on residential buildings have had a devastating effect across Ukraine – Moscow’s drones are also targeting military recruitment centres.
At least six have been destroyed – at a time when Ukraine is struggling to get enough new recruits.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands reports from the capital Kyiv.

 

Russia launches drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv

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Ukraine says Russia has launched one of the largest air assaults on the capital Kyiv.
Rescuers and medical professionals have been dispatched to four districts.
Moscow has been intensifying its drone attacks.
The Ukrainian military says Russia will soon be able to launch a thousand drones in a night.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian missiles and drones kill civilians in Kyiv as Ukraine seeks urgent reconstruction aid

15,235 views Jul 11, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar
Russia has intensified its aerial assault on Ukraine, launching hundreds of drones and missiles in successive nights.
Kyiv was hit again overnight, killing two and injuring dozens, following the war’s largest barrage a day earlier.
Strikes have overwhelmed Ukrainian air defences, with the Podil district suffering damage to homes and a clinic.
The escalating attacks have driven war recovery costs to $500 billion, deepening national trauma.
Several world leaders meeting in Rome pledged $11 billion towards Ukraine’s reconstruction.
Kyiv is urging the release of frozen Russian assets to fund rebuilding and vital air defence.
Ukrainian officials stress the need for immediate Western arms shipments as further strikes loom.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands reports from Kyiv.

 

Russia fired large barrage of drones and missiles on Ukraine’s Kyiv, killing two people

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Russia has launched a missile attack on Ukraine’s capital, killing two people and injuring several others.
Six districts in Kyiv were hit by drones and ballistic missiles, sparking fires and damaging buildings.
It comes a day after Russia launched its biggest attack of the war on Kyiv, hitting the city with 741 drones and missiles.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands has more at the scene of one of the attacks in Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

 

Trump says Putin talking ‘a lot of b*******’, promises to send more weapons to Ukraine

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US President Donald Trump has lashed out at his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin – saying he’s frustrated with the growing death toll in Ukraine.
Trump’s attempts to end the war have been unsuccessful.
On Monday, he announced the US will send more defensive weapons to Ukraine, reversing an earlier decision.

“We get a lot of b******* thrown at us by Putin if you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless,” he told reporters during a cabinet meeting at the White House.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he’s ordered his top military leaders to step up contact with the US, to expedite the delivery of military aid.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands has more from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

At least 27, including 3 children, wounded in Russian drone strike on Ukraine’s Kharkiv

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At least 27 people, including three children, have been wounded after a Russian drone strike on northeastern Ukraine.
The overnight attack hit Ukraine’s second largest city of Kharkiv, near the Russian border.
A fire broke out in a residential building as a result of the attack.
Authorities say a nearby kindergarten was also hit.
The area has been repeatedly targeted by Russia since its invasion three years ago.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands has the latest from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Identifying Ukraine’s war dead: Forensic experts working to identify human remains

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Russia and Ukraine have exchanged the bodies of thousands of soldiers, a rare agreement in a war defined by destruction.
But for many families, the exchange is only the beginning. The task of identifying the dead is long, painstaking, and far from over.

Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from Kyiv.
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged the bodies of thousands of soldiers, a rare agreement in a war defined by destruction.
But for many families, the exchange is only the beginning. The task of identifying the dead is long, painstaking, and far from over.

Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from Kyiv.

 

Ukraine and Russia trade strikes as drones swarm Kyiv, hit Russian cities

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Kyiv has come under heavy attack overnight, as waves of Russian strikes targeted Ukraine’s capital, injuring at least eight people and damaging property across five districts. In response, Ukraine launched drone strikes inside Russia, reportedly killing one woman in Rostov and injuring others near Moscow.

Al Jazeera’s Rory Challands reports from Kyiv.

 

Ukraine offers cash incentives to lure young recruits amid troop shortages

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As the war with Russia drags on, Ukraine faces a critical shortage of soldiers. The government has introduced a controversial incentive programme, offering substantial cash bonuses to young men who enlist. Recruits aged 18-24 can receive up to $50,000 for signing up and completing a year of service in the infantry. While this has caused some tension with older soldiers, military officials say the young volunteers are quick learners and highly motivated. The programme highlights Ukraine’s desperate need for frontline troops, as well as the economic realities driving some to enlist. However, it also raises ethical questions about sending teenagers into the most dangerous combat roles.

Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from north-central Ukraine.

 

‘Massive’ Russian air assault kills at least 6 in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv

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Authorities in the Ukraine’s capital say Russia has launched a major aerial attack in and around Kyiv overnight.
Officials say at least six people have been killed.
Several waves of drone and missile strikes caused fires in residential areas.
Russia’s defence ministry says its air defence units destroyed 16 Ukrainian drones overnight.

Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig has more details from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russia returns bodies of 1,200 more Ukrainians as part of POW swap

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Ukrainian officials say they have received the bodies of 1,200 soldiers from Russia.
It’s part of an agreement reached earlier this month during talks in Turkiye.
Russian state media says it’s handed back nearly 5,000 bodies overall, but that Ukraine has not reciprocated.
Ukraine’s Defence Minister insists 4,812 bodies have been returned to Russia this week.

Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig has more from the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv.

 

Russia launched large drone attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv and the southern port of Odesa

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Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy says Russia has carried out one of the biggest aerial attacks on the capital since the start of the war.
Officials say the hours-long raid, involving hundreds of drones and seven missiles, affected seven of Kyiv’s 10 districts and injured several people.
The city’s mayor says air defence units were activated to fend off the strikes.
Russian drone strikes also targeted the port city of Odesa, hitting a maternity hospital and residential buildings.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Kyiv and Odesa targeted as Russia fires 315 drones; Zelenskyy pleads for US to help end war

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Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy says Russia has carried out one of its biggest aerial attacks on the capital overnight.
Officials say the hours-long raid – involving hundreds of drones and seven missiles – affected seven of the 10 districts, and injured several people.
The Mayor of Kyiv says air defence units were activated to fend off the strikes.
Russian drone strikes also targeted the port city of Odesa, hitting a maternity hospital and residential buildings.
At least two people have been killed.
Meanwhile Russian officials say a barrage of Ukrainian drones forced the suspension of flights from airports in Moscow and St Petersburg.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Chernihiv in northern Ukraine.

 

What are the prospects for peace in the war in Ukraine? | Inside Story

11,725 views Jun 10, 2025 #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Attacks by both Russia and Ukraine have intensified in recent weeks with little sign Europe’s largest conflict since the second World War, is nearing an end.
So, what are the strengths and weaknesses of each side and their alliances?
And what are the chances of peace?

Presenter: Elizabeth Puranam

Guests:

Peter Zalmayev – Executive Director at the Eurasia Democracy Initiative

Alexander Bratersky – independent journalist and political analyst

Steven Erlanger – Chief Diplomatic Correspondent in Europe for The New York Times

 

Russia, Ukraine begin latest prisoner exchange after Istanbul peace talks

9,575 views Jun 10, 2025 #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Russia and Ukraine have carried out a prisoner exchange of people severely wounded and those under the age of 25.
The Russian Defense Ministry says the first group were returned from areas controlled by Kyiv.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the exchange will be done in several stages in the coming days.
This was the first group to be exchanged since the warring sides approved the deal during ceasefire talks in Turkiye last week.

Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova has more from Moscow, Russia.

 

Ukraine says latest POWs swap with Russia to go ahead after duelling words

13,169 views Jun 9, 2025 #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineWar
A prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia that was due to start on Saturday is yet to begin.
Moscow has accused Kyiv of postponing the swap.
Ukraine denies the claim and says a date hadn’t been decided, but now says it’ll begin next week.
The warring sides approved the deal during ceasefire talks in Turkiye last week.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford has the latest from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill six as prisoner swap hangs in balance
11,681 views Jun 8, 2025 #Ukraine #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar
Ukraine’s President says his country will not yield to pressure, after Russian forces carried out strikes on the north-eastern city of Kharkiv.
At least seven people have been killed and more than 30 wounded as Russia launched a barrage of missiles, drones and bombs across Ukraine, officials said, as an agreed exchange of prisoners of war appeared to hang in the balance with contradictory signals from Moscow and Kyiv.
Ukraine’s security service has released new video reportedly showing its drone attacks on Russian airbases, last Sunday.
Several planes are seen burning in Belaya in southern Russia.
Last week’s attack reportedly destroyed ten percent of Russia’s strategic bombers, that’s according to some estimates.

Russia targets Kyiv: Moscow says strikes are a response to ‘terrorist acts’

88,138 views Jun 6, 2025 #RussiaUkraineWar #UkraineConflict #AlJazeeraEnglish
Russia has launched a series of missile and drone strikes on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, killing at least four people and injuring 20 others, according to the city’s mayor. The Russian government says the attacks are a response to what it calls “terrorist acts” on its territory.

Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports from Kyiv.

 

Russia Downs 174 Ukrainian Drones

19,433 views Jun 6, 2025 #RussiaUkraineWar #UkraineConflict #AlJazeeraEnglish
A new escalation in the war between Russia and Ukraine, as the Russian Ministry of Defense announced that its latest attacks were in response to Ukrainian strikes targeting civilian areas. A total of 174 Ukrainian drones were shot down across 14 Russian regions, including Moscow and Crimea, along with missile attacks on naval facilities. Several airports in Moscow and other cities also experienced temporary flight suspensions.

Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova reports.

 

Ukraine’s drone strike exposes gaps in global military defences

11,354 views Jun 5, 2025 #RussiaUkraineWar #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar
For Western allies, Ukraine’s drone attack on Russia’s strategic bomber fleet on Sunday has underlined the potential and threat of inexpensive drone technology.
NATO countries, especially those bordering Russia, are scrambling to prepare.

Al Jazeera’s Rob Reynolds reports from Los Angeles.

 

Putin questions peace talks with Ukraine, says Kyiv doesn’t want peace

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Kyiv doesn’t want peace, claiming Ukraine would lose its new-found political influence.
The comment comes as the Kremlin confirms a bridge that was bombed in Crimea has now reopened.
Moscow has accused Kyiv of attempted attacks on a variety of Russian infrastructure.

Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova has more details from Moscow, Russia.

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of stalling ceasefire talks – demanding that Moscow name a place and time for more negotiations.

 

Ukraine uses AI to strike Russian airbases | Project Force

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In this episode of Project Force, Al Jazeera’s Alex Gatopoulos examines Ukraine’s successful use of a revolutionary new tactic.

 

Russian bridge to Crimea reopens after Ukrainian attack

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Russia says all options are on the table in response to recent attacks by Ukraine.
The Kremlin has confirmed a bridge that was bombed in Crimea, has now reopened.
Moscow has accused Kyiv of attempted attacks on Russian infrastructure, and says the strike caused no damage.
The bridge is used to supply Russian forces.
Russia’s Defence Ministry says its forces have captured two more settlements in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova has more details from Moscow, Russia.

Peter Zalmayev is the executive director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. He says Ukraine’s attacks should not divert international attention from Russia’s constant aggression against the country.

 

Ukraine strikes Crimea bridge, a key route for Russian military supplies in the war

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Ukraine says it has struck a bridge connecting Russia to Crimea.
Kyiv says it hit the target below the water level with more than a thousand explosives and has damaged underwater pillars.
The bridge is a key supply route for Russian forces in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera’s John Hendren has more from the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv.

 

Russia and Ukraine agree to prisoner swap but peace talks stall in Istanbul

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Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a new prisoner swap and the return of thousands of war dead during direct talks in Istanbul, although little headway was made towards ending the war.
The delegations met on Monday at the Ottoman-era Ciragan Palace in the Turkish city, and officials confirmed that both sides will exchange prisoners of war and the remains of 6,000 soldiers killed in combat.
Negotiators from both sides confirmed they had reached a deal to swap all severely wounded soldiers as well as all captured fighters under the age of 25.

Al Jazeera’s Sinem Koseoglu reports from Istanbul.
Andrei Fedorov is a former Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia, he joins us from Moscow to discuss the latest developments.

 

What message does Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web send to Russia and the US? | Inside Story
30,316 views Jun 3, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #RussiaUkraineWar #UkraineWar
Eighteen months in the making, Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web saw hundreds of AI-trained drones target military aircraft deep inside Russia’s borders.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Sunday’s attack will go down in history.
He followed it up with a proposal for an unconditional ceasefire as the two sides met in Istanbul.
The EU is preparing its 18th package of sanctions on Russia, while U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to use ‘devastating’ measures against Russia if he feels the time is right.
So, is the time right now?
And after the audacious attack, does Zelenskyy finally hold the cards?

Presenter: Dareen Abughaida

Guests:
Hanna Shelest — Security Studies Program Director at the Ukrainian Prism think-tank

Pavel Felgenhauer — Independent defence analyst

Anatol Lieven — Eurasia Program Director at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft

 

Only way to stop Russia is ‘harsh’ US sanctions: Ukrainian MP
3,432 views Jun 3, 2025 #HakanFidan #AlJazeeraEnglish #RussiaUkraineWar
It’s been more than three years since Russia launched its ground invasion of neighbouring Ukraine.
Now, officials from both countries are meeting in Istanbul for what is only the second round of direct talks, with the aim of ending the conflict which has caused immense destruction.
The Turkish Foreign Minister says he believes the negotiations will bring concrete results.Oleksiy Goncharenko is a Ukrainian Member of Parliament, and he says he believes Ukraine’s latest attack on Russia will possibly “make clear to Russia they will not achieve their goals” in the war.

Ukraine, Russia agreed on the largest prisoner exchange as Istanbul talks conclude
14,004 views Jun 3, 2025 #HakanFidan #AlJazeeraEnglish #RussiaUkraineWar
A second round of direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine has ended in Istanbul.
Ukraine says it’s given Russian negotiators a list of children it wants returned, as part of any agreement.
Russia says the children were taken to protect them from the fighting.
Kyiv also repeated its readiness for a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine’s defence minister says a new prisoner exchange deal has been agreed.The Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says issues standing in the way of a ceasefire could be resolved in a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and US President Donald Trump.
He made the comment at a European security summit in Lithuania.

Kremlin aide Vladimir Medinsky says Ukraine has agreed to consider Moscow’s terms for a full ceasefire.

Al Jazeera’s Dmitry Medvedenko has more from Istanbul, Turkiye.

 

How Ukrainian drones targeted Russian airbases ahead of peace talks | Explainer

21,170 views Jun 3, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #RussiaUkraineWar #UkraineWar
Attacks between Russia and Ukraine have increased in intensity ahead of these talks.
On Sunday, Ukrainian drones targeted airbases deep inside Russia in a large-scale operation.
The Russian Defence Ministry said planes caught fire at two military sites.Al Jazeera’s Defence Editor Alex Gatopoulos has more on the significance of the Ukrainian drone attacks

Ukrainians and Russians express deep scepticism as new peace talks open in Turkiye

4,849 views Jun 2, 2025 #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Even as the fighting continues and Russia claims territorial gains, officials from both countries say they’ll attend a new round of peace talks in Istanbul on Monday.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy maintains he doesn’t believe Moscow is serious about ending the war.Al Jazeera’s John Hendren and Dorsa Jabbari have been speaking to people in Kyiv and Moscow about what they’re expecting will come out of the meeting.

Large-scale drone attack carried out on Russian strategic airfields in Murmansk & Irkutsk
86,879 views Jun 1, 2025 #Russia #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Russia has confirmed multiple airbases have come under drone attack – in the Murmansk and Irkutsk regions.
According to local witnesses, explosions were heard near the base in Murmansk, and fires started in several places.
The base is reportedly home to a number of long-range Russian bomber planes.
It’s located about 4,300 kilometres from the Ukrainian border.Al Jazeera’s Dorsa Jabbari has more on the Russian response from Moscow and John Hendren is in Kyiv with more on Ukraine’s reaction to the strikes in Russia.

 

Two bridges collapsed on a train in western Russia’s Bryansk region
460 views Jun 1, 2025 #Russia #TrainAccident #Bryansk
Two bridges have collapsed in western Russia – one in Kursk and one in Bryansk.
Both of the western regions border Ukraine.
The acting governor of Bryansk region says the incident there was caused by an explosion.
Officials say 388 passengers were on board the passenger train- at least seven people were killed and 69 wounded.
One Russian senator has already blamed Ukraine.Al Jazeera’s Dorsa Jabbari is in Moscow and sent this update.

Russian Escalation in East Ukraine
12,388 views May 31, 2025 #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineConflict #SumyRegion
Russia has launched new attacks in eastern Ukraine, shifting focus from previous nationwide strikes. Recent assaults targeted the Sumy, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions, with evacuations ordered in 11 villages. Ukraine reports multiple casualties and damage. Meanwhile, peace talks remain uncertain as Ukraine awaits Russia’s ceasefire terms. In the US, a proposed sanctions bill could impose heavy tariffs on nations buying Russian energy.

Ukraine hit by Russian attacks as Moscow, Kyiv conclude prisoner swap

10,237 views May 26, 2025 #Putin #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar
Russia has targeted Ukraine for a second consecutive night with drones and missiles, killing at least 12 people as the two countries concluded a major prisoner swap.
Ukraine’s air force said on Sunday that Russian forces attacked Ukrainian regions with 298 drones and 69 missiles overnight, one of the largest aerial attacks of the war.
“Most regions of Ukraine were affected by the hostile attack. Enemy air strikes were recorded in 22 areas, and downed cruise missiles and attack UAVs (drones) fell in 15 locations,” the air force said on Telegram.
Ukraine’s security service reported that at least four people were killed and 16 were injured in the capital, Kyiv.Al Jazeera’s Julide Ayger reports.

Russian drones hit Ukraine for a second night ahead of final day of major prisoner swap
22,280 views May 25, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #VladimirPutin
At least 12 people have been killed and more than 30 injured across Ukraine in another night of Russian drone and missile attacks.
Explosions and anti-aircraft fire were heard across the capital, Kyiv.
Russia also targeted Sumy in the east and Mykolaiv in the south.
It’s the second night of intense attacks.Meanwhile, the two sides are expected to continue handing over prisoners of war in a third exchange later on Sunday.
So far, they’ve each released 697 prisoners.
Both sides agreed to return 1,000 prisoners each – during talks in Turkiye last week.

Al Jazeera’s John Hendren is in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and has been following developments on both the prisoner exchange and the attacks.

Vyacheslav Matuzov is a Political Analyst and a former Russian diplomat. He says Russia has the upper hand in the conflict.

 

Massive Strike on Kyiv & Largest Prisoner Swap of the War
10,155 views May 24, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #Zelensky
Drone strikes, rising tension, and a major prisoner exchange — Kyiv endures a massive Russian attack as both sides escalate before potential ceasefire talks. Over 1,000 prisoners to be swapped following Turkey-hosted negotiations.Al Jazeera’s John Hendren reports.

 

Ukraine comes under Russia’s largest drone attack since the war began

36,215 views May 18, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #VladimirPutin
Ukraine says Russia has launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the start of the war.
Ukraine’s air force says it managed to down 88 of the 273 drones, which targeted Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk.
At least one woman has been killed in the attack and three others were injured.
Several towns have suffered damage.US President Donald Trump says he plans to speak to both the Russian and Ukrainian presidents on Monday in an effort to bring an end to what he called the “bloodbath” of the war in Ukraine.

Al Jazeera’s Mike Hanna has more details from Washington, DC and Zein Basravi has the latest developments from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian drone strike kills nine in Ukraine’s Sumy region after peace talks

6,023 views May 18, 2025 #RussiaUkraineConflict #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar
A Russian drone strike in Ukraine’s northeastern Sumy region has killed at least nine people. The attack comes just a day after Moscow and Kyiv held their first direct peace talks in over three years. Although no ceasefire was reached, both sides agreed to exchange prisoners. The strike underscores the fragile state of negotiations, with civilian lives still at risk.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from the Ukrainian capital.

 

Russia and Ukraine agree to swap 1,000 prisoners each after peace talks in Istanbul

15,998 views May 16, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineConflict #PeaceTalks
Ukraine and Russia have reached a mutual agreement to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war each, following their first direct talks in over three years. Delegations met in Istanbul with hopes to pave the way toward peace. Moscow expressed satisfaction with the outcomes and willingness to continue negotiations, while the Ukrainian side also responded positively.Al Jazeera’s Dmitry Medvedenko reports from Istanbul.

 

Ukraine, EU leaders push for ceasefire as fighting with Russia escalates

33,346 views May 11, 2025 #Macron #UkraineNews #AlJazeeraEnglish
Ukrainian and European leaders meeting in Kyiv have jointly called for an immediate and unconditional 30-day ceasefire to end the war. Leaders from Ukraine, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Poland are urging the truce to begin on May 12. The proposal also has the support of US President Donald Trump, who joined the talks via phone. The group warned of ‘massive’ sanctions against Russia if it refuses to comply.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports live from Kyiv. Meanwhile, Aaron Gasch Burnett, a Senior Fellow at the Democratic Strategy Initiative in Berlin, says Russian President Vladimir Putin is unlikely to accept the plan.

 

Ukraine rejects Russia’s proposed three-day ceasefire to mark WWII’s end

13,891 views May 8, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #Putin #UkraineWar
Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a three-day ceasefire to mark the end of World War II, but Ukraine has rejected the offer. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling for at least a 30-day truce, citing the need for meaningful peace. The stalemate reflects a deep lack of trust, with the US warning that the divide may be unbridgeable.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Kyiv.

 

Russian drone attack: Falling debris ignites fires in residential buildings
12,073 views May 4, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineConflict #RussiaUkraineConflict
Kyiv was rocked by an overnight drone attack, injuring at least eleven people, including two children. The Ukrainian capital saw falling debris from intercepted Russian drones ignite fires across three residential districts. Emergency services responded to multiple fire outbreaks and damaged buildings. The attack comes as both Moscow and Kyiv discuss a potential ceasefire.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi joins live from Kyiv.

 

US-Ukraine deal amid ongoing Russian attacks

5,583 views May 1, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #UkraineNews
Those attacks come as the US and Ukraine announced the establishment of a reconstruction investment fund. Ukraine’s prime minister says the details will be discussed in parliament in the coming hours. The long-awaited agreement allows Washington access to Kyiv’s rare earth minerals. The US says the deal is proof it’s committed to a peace process that will end the Russia-Ukraine war.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi joins live from Ukraine’s capital Kyiv.

 

US, Ukraine sign minerals deal pushed by Trump

8,893 views May 1, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #UkraineNews
Ukraine and the United States have signed an agreement to provide Washington with access to valuable rare minerals and fund reconstruction efforts in the war-torn country. The two countries signed the accord in Washington, DC, on Wednesday after months of fraught negotiations, with uncertainty persisting until the last moment following reports of 11th-hour proposals to change aspects of the deal.Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan reports from Washington DC.

 

Ukraine eyes frozen Russian assets to buy US Patriots amid deadly gaps in air defence

15,455 views Apr 30, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #DroneWarfare #UkraineWar
Across Ukraine, old Soviet weapons are being retrofitted to fight modern Russian drones.
One unit uses a machine gun salvaged from a Russian tank to down drones over Sumy—clever, but limited.
Ukraine says only advanced systems like US-made Patriots can reliably stop ballistic and cruise missiles.
Recent Russian strikes have exposed gaps in Ukraine’s air defences, with devastating consequences.
Ukrainian leaders want to buy more Patriots and suggest using frozen Russian assets to fund them.
Moscow would likely react strongly, and US backing remains uncertain, especially under Trump.
Without stronger air defences, Ukraine risks falling further behind if peace talks fail.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Kyiv.

 

Russian drone attack kills child in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk as troops advance

3,952 views Apr 30, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #VladimirPutin
A 12-year-old girl has been killed in a Russian drone attack on Ukraine’s Dnipro region.
Her parents were injured in the strike.
Ukrainian emergency services say that another child was rescued from underneath the rubble.
Ukraine says Russia launched a barrage of drones at the region overnight, but their air defence forces shot down many of them.Al Jazeera’s Charles Stratford reports.

 

‘Putin doesn’t worry about Trump walking away from Ukraine deal’ | #AJOPINION
5,827 views Apr 26, 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin knows that Donald Trump wants a deal so he “can afford” to keep striking Ukraine’s capital while talks are going on, says political analyst Kadri Liik.

Russia carried out large-scale attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv, at least 9 killed

41,220 views Apr 24, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #VladimirPutin
Ukrainian emergency officials say Russia has carried out a large-scale attack on the capital Kyiv.
9 people have been killed and another 63 injured in overnight strikes on the Ukrainian capital.
The mayor of the city, Vitaly Klitschko, says there has been a missile and drone attack.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest developments.

Russian strikes across Ukraine: Dnipro, Odesa, Poltava, Kharkiv and Kyiv targeted
10,440 views Apr 23, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #Dnipro
Ukraine says drone strikes on Dnipro have killed at least nine people.
Russia carried out a wave of attacks across areas in eastern Ukraine.
Strikes have been reported in Poltava, Kharkiv, the port city of Odesa and in the capital, Kyiv.
The Ukrainian military has warned Russia is planning a large-scale offensive to break through its defences on the front line.President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to hold direct talks with Russia, but only if a ceasefire is in place.
His comments come as a Ukrainian delegation is due to meet allies in London for talks about a possible peace deal.

Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest updates from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian strikes kill at least three people, including a child, in Ukraine’s Dnipro
6,059 views Apr 17, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #Dnipro
Russian drone strikes on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro have killed at least three people, one of them a child.
Dozens more were injured in the attack late on Wednesday.
The bombs destroyed homes, student dormitories, a university facility and several vehicles.
Multiple fires broke out across the city, but all have been extinguished.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest updates from Kyiv, Ukraine.

Ukraine struggles with troop shortages as Russia advances & volunteer recruitment efforts intensify
90,308 views Apr 16, 2025 #UkraineArmy #RussiaUkraineWar #AlJazeeraEnglish
The war in Ukraine appears stalled strategically, yet Russia continues making gradual territorial gains, now controlling 20% of the country. Ukrainian forces aim to make advances prohibitively costly for Russia, but this strategy requires sustained troop numbers amid recruitment challenges. Controversial draft tactics and desertions highlight manpower shortages, prompting government efforts to improve voluntary recruitment through PR campaigns. Opposition figures argue better conditions – including defined service terms and proper training – could encourage more volunteers. Despite technological advantages, the conflict remains fundamentally reliant on trench warfare and infantry. Ukraine’s persistent disadvantage in troop numbers and artillery underscores the enduring importance of ground forces in this brutal war of attrition.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

Ukraine war: Civilian casualties spike as Russian drones and missiles target cities

6,889 views Apr 14, 2025 #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar #Ukraine
Civilian casualties in Ukraine have risen sharply in recent months, with UN figures showing a 50% increase in March alone as Russian attacks intensify. Ballistic missile strikes have hit playgrounds and city centres, killing children and dozens in single attacks. While world leaders condemn the violence, most civilian deaths now come from precision-guided armed drones, accounting for over 70% of fatalities – a significant rise from previous years. These First-Person View drones, operated remotely to target non-military sites, demonstrate a brutal shift in warfare tactics. Sophisticated Russian missiles continue to threaten populated areas despite claims of “mistakes”. The escalating violence marks a grim deterioration compared to the same period last year, with no respite in sight for besieged communities. Each month brings deadlier statistics, underscoring the war’s growing toll on ordinary Ukrainians.Al Jazeera’s Alex Gatopoulos reports.

 

At least 34 killed in Russian attack on Ukraine’s Sumy condemned by EU, US

12,712 views Apr 14, 2025 #Sumy #AlJazeeraEnglish #UkraineWar
A Russian ballistic missile attack on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy has killed at least 34 people and wounded more than a hundred, according to officials.
Two missiles struck the heart of the city at about 10:15am (07:15 GMT) as people gathered to celebrate Palm Sunday, the first day of the Christian Holy Week, according to officials.
In a social media post, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the death toll included two children. He added that dozens were wounded in the “horrific” attack.
The death toll is expected to rise, according to emergency services. There was no immediate comment by Russia.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian missile strikes hit Sumy in northeastern Ukraine, killing at least 20
33,421 views Apr 13, 2025 #Sumy #RussiaUkraineWar #AlJazeeraEnglish
Ukraine says Russia has carried out multiple strikes on the city of Sumy in northeastern Ukraine.
The city’s mayor says at least 20 people have been killed.
Emergency workers who arrived at the scene of the first attack were injured in a second strike.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest from the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.

Russian forces launched attacks on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, southern region of Mykolaiv

18,408 views Apr 6, 2025 #RussiaUkraineWar #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Three people have been injured in a Russian air attack in the southern Ukrainian region of Mykolaiv.
Several fires broke out.
One of the victims was admitted to hospital.
Video released by Ukraine’s State Emergency Service shows firefighters battling the flames.And there was a Russian air strike on the capital, Kyiv.
Mayor Vitali Klitschko says explosions were heard throughout the city and doctors were deployed to the Darnytsky district.
Three people have been injured. Some were forced to seek shelter in underground metro stations.

Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian drone strike on Ukraine’s Kharkiv injures 8, including three children
4,599 views Apr 2, 2025 #Kharkiv #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Ukraine says a Russian drone attack has targeted its second-largest city Kharkiv has wounded at least eight people, three of them children.
Emergency services said several businesses and homes were hit and caused major fires.
The air force said Russia launched 74 drones across the country overnight.Al Jazeera’s Zein Basravi has the latest from Ukraine’s capital Kyiv.

 

Russian drones pound Kharkiv and Dnipro as Ukraine pleads for support

11,684 views Mar 28, 2025 #Kharkiv #Ukraine #UkraineWar
Ukraine remains under daily Russian attacks as authorities say 86 drone strikes hit Kharkiv and Dnipro overnight. Officials report multiple explosions in Kharkiv, affecting two districts, while Dnipro also suffered damage. Ukraine claims Russia launches around 100 drones nightly. Despite ongoing negotiations in Saudi Arabia, there is little trust in a ceasefire, and military preparations continue. Soldiers persist with training, anticipating a prolonged conflict. Explosions and fires highlight the ongoing air threat as Russian drones continue to target Ukrainian cities. A full ceasefire covering land, air, and sea remains elusive.Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russian attack on Ukraine’s Sumy injures dozens amid peace talks in Saudi Arabia
5,533 views Mar 25, 2025 #Ukraine #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar
US and Russian negotiators meeting in Saudi Arabia have concluded a 12-hour round of talks, aimed at securing a partial ceasefire in Ukraine.
It’s the second set of negotiations this month, after Ukraine agreed to a 30-day ceasefire limited to energy structures.
But on the ground, there’s been no respite.
A wave of Russian drone strikes in Ukraine has injured 90 people, including 17 children.Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.

 

Russia, US meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss potential ceasefire in Ukraine
8,033 views Mar 24, 2025 #SteveWitkoff #Ukraine #UkraineWar
A delegation from Russia has arrived in Saudi Arabia for talks with the US on a potential ceasefire in Ukraine.
Ukrainian officials met their US counterparts in Riyadh on Sunday.
Ukraine’s defence minister called the discussions “constructive and meaningful”.
US officials say they hope a temporary ceasefire can turn into a lasting peace deal.Al Jazeera’s Yulia Shapovalova has more on Russia’s reaction in Moscow and Assed Baig is in Kyiv for Ukrainian reaction.

Ukraine war: Three killed in Russian drone attack on Kyiv ahead of ceasefire talks
11,697 views Mar 24, 2025 #Ukraine #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar
A large Russian drone attack on Kyiv has killed at least three people, including a 5-year-old child, and caused widespread damage. Ukrainian officials reported at least 10 people died across the country after more than 150 drones were launched. The attack comes as Russian and Ukrainian teams are heading to Saudi Arabia to meet US negotiators to discuss a potential ceasefire.Al Jazeera’s Assed Baig reports from the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv.