No change in radiation levels registered after Russian advance near Zaporizhzhya, says Ukrainian nuclear regulator.

US president speaks with Ukrainian counterpart to receive update on nuclear plant, largest in Europe.

No information immediately available from officials on blast.

US canceling planned test 'to demonstrate we are a responsible nuclear power,' says spokesman.

Service will continue to be available to Russian users to allow global flow of information, firm says.

EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson stresses legal status, funding for refugees.

Moscow demands demilitarization, neutral status of Ukraine, Russian president tells French counterpart in phone call.

Several Western energy companies withdraw involvement in Russian oil and gas projects since beginning of war.

Possible that Russia was deliberately pushed into conflict with Ukraine, says Russian foreign minister.

Defense Ministry has reportedly been checking for days whether and which other weapons could also be shipped to Ukraine.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken stresses US 'keeping the door open to a diplomatic path forward'.

Diplomats at Russian Embassy in Sofia given 48 hours to leave country.

Cordon in place, public urged to avoid the area until further notice, police say.

Almost 6,000 Russian soldiers killed since beginning of war, says Volodymyr Zelenskyy in video message.

Making it harder for Russia to use global banking system seen as vital, yet for years Moscow has weathered sanctions and prepared for the worst.

Up to 4M Ukrainians may leave country in coming weeks, months, warns UN Refugee Agency.

Russian envoy-designate to India said they don't see any hurdle in supply of the S-400 missile systems to India.

Group's subsidiary banks faces abnormal cash outflows, threats to safety of its employees and branches, says statement.

Television tower in capital Kyiv hit as Russia and Ukraine war continues on 6th day.

Reaction comes following complaints about reports on refugees from non-European countries.

Russian state-run media RT News and Sputnik News no longer available for download from App Store outside Russia.

Culture secretary confirms Russian state-owned channel will not air on British TV.

Kharkiv faced intense missile, artillery fire from Russian army over last 24 hours, says Oleh Synyehubov on Telegram.

More than 260 arrested during demonstrations.

Politicians and public figures must recognize that wars have a long future ahead unless all people are treated equally, regardless of ethnicity, color, age, gender, or religion.

Same delegations from previous round to participate in negotiations in Belarus.

Bank hikes key interest rate from 9.5% to 20% amid sanctions.

Victims of deadly riots complain of slow proceedings as experts call for more efficient steps at court.

Deputy defense minister claims Ukrainian army has so far destroyed 29 Russian warplanes, 29 helicopters, 191 tanks, 816 armored combat vehicles.

Fumio Kishida dismisses suggestion by predecessor to discuss nuclear arrangement amid Ukraine crisis.

Scientists find progress on adaptation is uneven, with gaps increasing between action taken and what is needed to deal with growing risks.

Ayad Allawi says remedies should be found for serious issues with neighboring countries.

'We’ll continue supporting our neighbor in all areas,’ says Eduard Heger.

Kremlin spokesman Peskov says Russia's economic reality significantly changed after West imposed unprecedented economic sanctions.

COVID-19 response minister says New Zealanders to be able to return to their homeland on March 4.

Finland, Sweden, Switzerland, Austria, Ireland, Vatican side with Kyiv.

‘Most of civilians killed by explosive weapons including shelling from heavy artillery multi-launch rocket systems, air strikes,’ says UN rights chief.

Parties hold meeting as Russia's attack on Ukraine enters 5th day.

President Zelenskyy also urges Russian troops to drop weapons and leave.

Israel’s prime minister makes phone call with Russian president.

Foreign Minister Cavusoglu says developments in Ukraine constitute ‘war,’ Turkiye will act accordingly.

Several European countries have barred Russian flights, planes since Moscow launched Ukraine operation.

'I'm no soldier but point is that this is fight for everybody now, siege of Kyiv is happening' says 26-year-old deputy.

Panamanian-flagged ship docks at Istanbul’s Tuzla Port after about 90 minutes of sailing.

People heading to countries including Poland, Moldova, Romania as Russian forces attack major cities, says UN.

Tokyo plans to freeze assets of Vladimir Putin, other Russian government officials, says Japanese premier.

Russia's deterrence weapons cannot stop Ukraine, says Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.

Sounds of bombardment, shelling early Sunday in Kyiv accompanied by gunfire near iconic Independence Square.

Regional governor says armed forces, police and defense units ‘cleanse’ city of Russian elements.

Ukrainian president insists on holding talks in Warsaw, Budapest, Istanbul, or Baku.

Putin holds meeting with Defense Minister Shoigu and Chief of General Staff Gerasimov in Moscow.

‘More terminals en route,’ says SpaceX founder Musk.

‘Our people are dying. Our children are dying,’ says Oleksandr Babichev in Houston, Texas.

Vasylkiv’s mayor confirms fire started after Russian attack.

Top Ukrainian diplomat says those willing to fight alongside Ukrainians can contact foreign diplomatic missions of Ukraine in respective countries.

Voting in constitutional referendum begins at 8 a.m. local time (GMT0500).

Chancellor announced 'special fund' of €100B for German military.

Kyiv agrees to meet Moscow officials on Belarusian border, says President Zelenskyy.

Stinger missiles, automatic rifles, ammunition among items to be sent.

Several European countries have now barred Russian flights from airspace since Moscow launched Ukraine operation.

Red Cross official urges 'parties to the conflict not to forget their obligations under international humanitarian law'.

President Erdogan, his Ukrainian counterpart Zelenskyy discuss latest developments over phone.

Russia starts to deploy additional military units at border with Ukraine, says Ukrainian military.

Russian military takes control of Ukraine's southern city of Melitopol: Russia's Defense Ministry.

Russian troops, Ukrainian forces clash in Kyiv streets through the night, according to media reports.

A baby born in a shelter in Kyiv, "under the ground, next to burning buildings, Russian tanks,’ says Ukrainian Foreign Ministry.

‘It is a crucial moment to close long-standing discussion once and for all and decide on Ukraine's membership in EU': Zelenskyy.

Military says it downed 2 Russian SU-25 fighter jets, IL-76 aircraft.

2 killed, 4 injured by missile attack on multi-floor building in Kyiv, says Ukrainian Defense Ministry.

Putin, Lavrov 'directly responsible for Russia’s unprovoked and unlawful further invasion of Ukraine,' says Treasury Dept..

Decision taken following request by Kyiv, weapons will be delivered 'as soon as possible,' says Dutch government.

Trudeau says pair responsible for ‘death and destruction ' in Ukraine.

People outside between 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. will be considered ‘members of sabotage, reconnaissance groups,’ says Kyiv mayor.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls on Russian people to oppose war, invites all who want to defend Ukraine to his country.

Mustafa Sentop urges Russia, Ukraine to find diplomatic solution to issues.

Beijing calls for ‘respect to all countries’ sovereign and territorial integrity’.

Russian forces seized control of Chernobyl to prevent 'Nazi units' from attempting nuclear provocation, says ministry.

Bashar al-Assad, Vladimir Putin speak over phone.

Impossible to hold Russian Grand Prix in current circumstances, says Formula 1.

Russian delegation may include representatives of presidential administration, defense, foreign ministries, says spokesman.

‘Gathered facts to be immediately sent to Hague, responsibility is inevitable,’ says Dmytro Kuleba.

EU foreign ministers gather in Brussels to officially adopt bloc’s latest sanctions package against Russia.

Defunct power plant seized by Russian forces on Thursday after military intervention in Ukraine.

‘Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not just invasion, it is beginning of war against Europe,’ Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says.

Russia’s long-feared military intervention was announced early Thursday by President Vladimir Putin.

Joint Expeditionary Force nations say they strongly support Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Speaking at GECF summit in Doha, Ebrahim Raisi calls for security of global energy market.

In call with Russian president, Turkiye's Recep Tayyip Erdogan underlines need to resolve Ukraine tensions via dialogue.

Nuclear Energy and Industry Department head says country has uranium isotope enrichment services, nuclear fuel production.

6 soldiers also wounded in attacks by pro-Russian separatists, ministry says.

Kyiv fears possible Russian invasion of Ukraine could reduce its ability to provide consular services to its citizens in Russia.

Palestinian detainees continue to boycott court sessions in protest of their detention.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says no need for mobilization right now.

55-year old man spent 18 years on death row and died the day he was pardoned.

Foreign minister says Wellington prepared to impose travel, export bans on Moscow.

Ukraine’s foreign minister calls for sanctioning Russia 'hard' over its aggression in east.

2 large Russian financial institutions, 42 subsidiaries also on sanctions list.

Forces will move within US European Command area of operations to NATO’s northeastern, southeastern flanks.

Ukrainian crisis is a symptom of a new reality, the formation of new international relations and a new world, but then the persistence of the same old problems.