Ukraine

The Russian defence ministry has claimed it has overtaken a Ukrainian city that has a population of more than 150,000 people.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Monday evening that he would recognize the independence of two breakaway regions of eastern Ukraine.

US President Joe Biden has agreed "in principle" to hold a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the crisis over Ukraine.

French president says he has persuaded Vladimir Putin to endorse discussions on possible leaders’ summit

Russia-Ukraine could be the starkest conflict in history for one obvious reason. In fact, it’s already playing a huge part in how it’s playing out.

US intelligence has revealed Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his troops to invade Ukraine, with the army ready to strike.

Kiev claims it could get an A-bomb, unless it receives Western protection against Russia

However, officials canceled that move and said they would stay, citing increased tensions.

Brussels’ top official has warned of a return to the days of the Cold War

The growing standoff between East and West is a hangover from the Cold War

Two blasts have rocked Ukraine just hours after a car belonging to a pro-Russian rebel leader was blown up in a suspected ruse to give Vladimir Putin an excuse for war.

Two blasts have rocked Ukraine just hours after a car belonging to a pro-Russian rebel leader was blown up in a suspected ruse to give Vladimir Putin an excuse for war.

Blinken will meet with foreign ministers from Germany, France and the UK.

Russia has wanted to ally itself with Europeans since the 90s. What has led to today's hostility?

Vladimir Putin will tomorrow oversee military drills involving Russian “strategic forces” which will include ballistic and cruise missile launches.

The eyes of the world are on Russia as it builds up forces along the border with Ukraine. This is why Putin would want to invade.

Defense ministers have held talks over fears that Russia could be seeking to send its troops into Ukraine. Moscow says it has withdrawn some forces and that it has no plan to launch an invasion.

In the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Germany is cutting a rather ambivalent figure. Former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder is one major reason why. Can the Social Democrats and the country find its way out from under his shadow?

Intelligence sources indicate Russia could invade Ukraine at any time and President Vladimir Putin is likely to strike without warning.

Russia has positioned about 130,000 troops - equipped with everything from tanks and artillery to medical facilities and logistical support - close to Ukraine's border.