OPINION
— The Cold War may be over, but Russia’s nuclear threat is real and dangerous. We must act to avoid a crisis.
War in Ukraine
On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in a major escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War, which began in 2014.
Geopolitics
— Global efforts to condemn Russia’s actions in Ukraine have stalled, with many countries opting for neutrality instead of condemning Russia. African and Latin American countries remain mostly neutral whilst China and India maintain a balancing act through their strategic partnership with Russia.
COMMENT
— Poland’s importance in Europe is evolving due to its strong stance against Russian aggression in Ukraine, having hosted Ukrainian refugees, provided aid and supplies, and pushed for Ukraine’s NATO and EU integration.
War in Ukraine
— Ukraine is hinting it may be prepared to talk, with conditions. Here’s what both sides could learn from the Northern Ireland peace process.
Geopolitics
— Finland has gone from neutral to a Nato member in 30 years, in a move that effectively doubles the length of the border between Nato and Russia, and Sweden could be set to follow.
War in Ukraine
— The head of UNICEF has reported that child casualties in Ukraine have reached a tragic milestone, coinciding with a recent report by the UN human rights office highlighting the increasing numbers of deaths and injuries since the Russian invasion in February 2022.
War in Ukraine
— The UN announced the Black Sea Grain Initiative to facilitate safe exports of grain and related products from Ukrainian seaports. It has helped stabilise global food prices.
War in Ukraine
— Beijing’s 12-point proposal is a broad-brush plan for an end to hostilities which positions China as a key power broker.
War in Ukraine
— One year after the war in Ukraine began, refugees have faced anguish and despair as they adapt to life in the UK. Despite challenges, people are striving to maintain hope and continue on with determination.
War in Ukraine
— Putin’s announcement that Russia will no longer participate in the New START pauses the last remaining nuclear weapons agreement between the U.S. and Russia.
War in Ukraine
— The message is clear: this war must end in Ukraine, and the West will do all it can to ensure this outcome.
War in Ukraine
— Rishi Sunak has asked MoD to explore providing Ukraine with RAF fighter jets. No options should be discounted, but an expert suggests transferring UK fighter aircraft makes little military sense.
OPINION
— Ukraine is struggling to confront two pressing threats: a Russian invasion and corruption within its own military. It’s essential they take action against both of these challenges.
COMMENT
— Ukraine faces a tough challenge with its top official’s shuffle and military food purchases reportedly going at highly inflated prices while the nation is at war.
COMMENT
— With no sign of Russia ending its hideous war in Ukraine, are we facing a return to rationing times?
TODAY+
— President firmly rejects the notion that Brazil could help Ukraine defend against Russian missile or drone attacks by sending military aid.
