European Union leaders dashed Ukraine's hopes for a fast-tracked membership despite support from the Baltic states. Why is Europe opposed to admitting Ukraine? Has Brussels abandoned Kyiv after promising full support? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: No fast-tracked EU membership for Ukraine

Is the Russian Air Force failing in Ukraine? The West claims Moscow has still been unable to dominate Kyiv's skies. Why? Is it because Russia is deliberately restraining itself? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Russia's Air Force 'missing in action'

Russian forces are relentlessly bombing Ukrainian cities. The convoy close to Kyiv has spilt up. Russian soldiers are now in "firing positions" near Ukraine's capital. Will Russia target Kyiv next? Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Ukraine invasion: Russian Soldiers in firing position near Kyiv

The massive Russian military convoy that had been stationed outside the Ukrainian capital Kyiv for weeks now appears to have dispersed. The latest satellite images published by Maxwell Technologies showing that the 40-mile long line of Russian vehicles tanks and artillery has broken up now and has been re-deployed.

Satellite images show Russian convoy regrouping near Kyiv

Global oil prices soared Tuesday as President Joe Biden announced that the United States will ban imports of Russian energy — a move that could have a dramatic impact in punishing Russian President Vladimir Putin’s regime for its invasion of Ukraine. White House Bureau Chief Patsy Widakuswara has this report.

US bans Russian energy imports | WION-VOA CO-Production

The issue of bio weapons being used in the war in Ukraine has now reached the United Nations Security Council. An emergency meeting of the council has been called today at the request of Russia as Moscow alleges that the United States is funding research into creating bio weapons in Ukraine.

Russia: United States is funding bioweapons in Ukraine

US lawmakers are seeking sanctions against Pakistan a bill was tabled this week by the Republican Congressman Scott Perry, it calls for the designation of Pakistan as a state sponsor of terrorism.

US Bill: Designate Pakistan as terror sponsor

19 political leaders including opposition JUI-F members arrested in Pakistan, in the latest crackdown by Pakistan's Imran Khan government.

Pakistan: 19 including opposition JUI-F members arrested, Imran Khan's ploy to target opposition?

Yoon Suk-Yeol has been elected as South Korea's new President. A self-proclaimed anti-feminist, he wants to abolish South Korea's Ministry for Gender Equality. He also plans to adopt a tougher line on China. Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: South Korea elects 'anti-feminist' conservative as President

PM Modi's BJP won elections in 4 out of 5 Indian states that went to polls last month. Arvind Kejriwal's AAP emerged as the biggest challenger to the BJP. A 37-year-old record was broken in Uttar Pradesh and all traditional analysis flopped. Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas: Big takeaways from India's state election results

Newly published documents from the US embassy in China reveal that US officials were aware of China's cover-up in Wuhan. They flagged China's incomplete health bulletins in January 2020. Did Fauci and US officials hide the reality in Wuhan? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US officials knew about China's Wuhan cover-up?

Hong Kong's latest Wuhan virus outbreak has become a nightmare for residents. Many are choosing to leave the city. In the last three weeks, over 60,000 people could have left Hong Kong. Palki Sharma tells you about the mass exodus.

Gravitas: Hong Kong's Covid-19 outbreak triggers mass exodus

The US is hoping Boris Johnson can convince Saudi Arabia to pump more oil after the kingdom's royal snub for Joe Biden. Can the west convince Arab nations to increase output? Or will the solidarity of OPEC+ prevail? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Decoding the bouncing oil prices

Foreign ministers from Russia and Ukraine held talks in Turkey. US Vice President Kamala Harris met Poland's President Andrzej Duda in Warsaw. Leaders of the European Union are huddling for a summit in Versailles. Can this flurry of diplomacy end the war in Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Three big meetings to end Russia-Ukraine war

The conflict in Ukraine is escalating. A Russian strike on a maternity hospital in Mariupol killed 3 people. Ukraine says a radiation leak from Chernobyl is imminent. US and UK fear Russia could use chemical weapons in Ukraine. Palki Sharma has more.

Gravitas: Will Russia launch a chemical attack on Ukraine?

Leaders of Europe have refused Ukraine's hope of EU membership making the war-torn country a second time loser; Ukraine faces rejection from West yet again.

EU: No fast membership for Ukraine in near future

Pakistan: 19 including opposition JUI-F members arrested

The digital sphere is increasingly important in modern warfare and so we have seen armies of cyber soldiers who are engaged in the conflict. For more on this we are joined by Anas Mallick with this exclusive.

Understanding digital warfare, Ukraine's cyber soldier speaks to WION

North Korea will launch a number of reconnaissance satellites in coming years to provide real-time information on military actions by the United States and its allies.

North Korea to launch satellites to monitor US and its allies

Foreign ministers from Ukraine and Russia flew down to Turkey. The first high-level engagement since were since the war broke out and they laid out immediate priorities. They agreed to work together on humanitarian issues but two weeks later these talks are yet to yield any kind of fruitful outcome.

No breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine talks

Vice President of United States Kamala Harris is in Poland in order to smooth its relation with its key ally after a recent turbulence over fighter jets. She is currently holding a joint presser with the Polish President, listen in.

Polish Prez, US VP Kamala Harris hold joint presser on ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis

Amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, the high level talks are underway between Kuleba and Lavrov. Well, Turkey President Erdogan will be speaking to President Biden today.

First high-level talks between Kuleba & Lavrov underway in Turkey amid the ongoing conflict

Vice President of United States Kamala Harris is in Poland in order to smooth its relation with its key ally after a recent turbulence over fighter jets.

Kamala Harris in Poland, tasked to strengthen ties with close ally

After days of failed attempts at least 35,000 civilians were successfully evacuated from war-torn cities on Wednesday.

People struggle to flee from conflict zones, at least 35,000 evacuated

Counting of votes is underway in five Indian states. Everyone is eagerly waiting for the results. As per latest update, BJP is maintaining its lead in UP, Manipur & Uttarakhand. While, AAP took a big lead in Punjab. However, there is a mixed mandate in Goa as parties fail to reach clear majority.

Counting on in 5 Indian states: Uttarakhand trends show a comfortable mandate for BJP

South Korea gets a new President. Conservative Yoon Suk Yeol will assume office for the first time. He promises to foster unity.

South Korea gets new President: Yoon Suk Yeol to assume office for the first time

Mountain Bongos are poached for their meat and are on the verge of extinction. Kenya wildlife conservancy has 56 Mountain Bongos.

Poached for their meat, mountain Bongos are on the verge of extinction

The United States has rejected Poland's offer to send mig-29 fighter jets to Ukraine via its air base. The US says that the proposal raises serious concerns for the entire NATO alliance here's what the proposal entails.

US rejects Poland's offer on MIG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine

Icon of post-soviet era Mcdonald's will temporarily close all 847 of its outlets in Russia including its iconic Pushkin square location. American giant has joined a long list of western firms who have quit Russia putting country in financial isolation.

McDonald's Shuts over 800 restaurants In Russia Over Ukraine crisis

US markets closed sharply lower yesterday but today Asian stocks have regained their footing to some extent as investors are still assessing the impact of a worsening conflict in Ukraine and a new US ban on Russian oil.

Asian stocks regain their footing, Indian markets open in green

Dealing a crippling blow to Russia's economy the United States announced a ban on all imports of Russian oil as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues with civilian death toll mounting and refugees fleeing the war-torn country.

United States announces ban on imports of oil, big blow to Russian economy

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