Ivan Lisun is a 97-year old veteran Soviet Union World War 2 soldier whose home got destroyed due to bombardments by Russia amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Former Soviet Union World War 2 soldier lashes out at Russia for destroying his home in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin oversees Victory Day celebrations, which marks the Soviet Union’s World War II triumph over Nazi Germany with a grand display of its military might and a much-awaited speech from Moscow’s Red Square.

Watch | Vladimir Putin gives speech at Russia's Victory Day celebrations from Moscow’s Red Square

Civilians were rescued from Azovstal steelworks in the port city of Mariupol. Ahead of the Victory Day parade in Moscow, what lies ahead for the besieged port city? Watch this report.

Civilians evacuated from Azovstal steelworks | What next for Mariupol?

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, G7 will hold virtual meet with Zelensky.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: G7 to hold virtual meet with President Zelensky

More than two months have passed on, and the fighting in Ukraine rages on. In the latest development, Kyiv said that Russia has destroyed a Ukrainian museum with a missile strike.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Russia destroys Skovoroda Museum with missile strike

On May 9th, Russia will mark victory day and experts have predicted a declaration of all-out war on Ukraine. However, Russia has dismissed these reports and called them nonsense. Moscow refers to its invasion in Ukraine as a special military operation.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Experts predict declaration of all-out war on Ukraine

President Zelensky has now confirmed that Europe is formulating the sixth branch of sanctions against the Kremlin. The Russian government is already facing a number of sanctions and now Italy seized a yacht that has links to Russia.

Ukraine war: West continues sanctions against Kremlin, Italy seizes Russian luxury yacht

Days before Victory Day, Russia intensifies attack in Ukraine. Will Putin officially declare war on Ukraine on May 9? After failing to get into Kyiv, what's the new phase of the war? Who is winning this war? Listen in to our experts Robert Dale, Boris Volkhonsky on #WIONWideangle

Victory Day in Russia: Who will win the war? | WION Wideangle

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has unanimously backed a peaceful resolution of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: UNSC unanimous resolution backs peaceful resolution

Israel claims Russian President Vladimir Putin has apologised for his Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov's remarks on Hitler. Lavrov had said that Hitler had Jewish blood. Putin has now said sorry on Lavrov's behalf. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Putin says sorry. Here's why

Ukrainian President’s chief of staff Andriy Yermak revealed the inside details of how things unfolded on February 24, the day when Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. In an interview with a magazine, Yermak narrated the tale of real picture straight from the Presidential Quarters in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: What happened on February 24 in Kyiv?

In a rare concession, Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly apologized to Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett for his foreign minister's claims that Adolf Hitler had Jewish blood.

Putin sorry for Lavrov's 'Hitler has Jewish blood' remark, Bennett accepts apology

Russia resumed its assault on the encircled Azovstal steel works in Mariupol, after a ceasefire broke down on Tuesday with some civilians trapped underground. Russian forces are hitting the Azovstal complex with airstrikes and trying to storm it.

Russia steps up attack on Ukraine: Airstrikes target Mariupol steel plant

Amidst reports of the Russian president Vladimir Putin's undergoing cancer treatment, ex-spy chief and a close aid of the Kremlin is expected to take control of the country and the ongoing Ukraine war.

US Report: Putin to undergo cancer surgery

A couple of months have gone by and the Russian invasion of Ukraine is still ongoing. Amid all the chaos and destruction. Listen in to the ordeal of a couple living off rations in the besieged port city of Mariupol.

Watch: The ordeal of a couple living off rations in the besieged port city of Mariupol

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to intensify, Russian president Vladimir Putin has now notified the West that Russia would seize export deals and contracts with the US and its allies if they continue to back Ukraine amid the ongoing war.

'Moscow can end exports and contracts,' Putin warns West over sanctions

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Russia offered Ukrainians evacuation from Mariupol's last redoubt. Watch this report to know all details.

Azovstal safe passage: What led to Ukrainians' evacuation from Mariupol's last redoubt

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, the US says that Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: US says Russia plans to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk

A NY Post report suggest that Russian President Vladimir Putin has cancer and he will temporarily handover power to a loyalist to undergo cancer treatment.

NY Post report: Putin to temporarily handover power to loyalist to undergo cancer treatment

A British media report citing a 'Kremlin insider' has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin may be forced to relinquish control of the Ukraine war for a few days while he prepares for cancer surgery.

While he goes under the knife, the Putin is expected to choose hardline Security Council head and ex-FSB commander Nikolai Patrushev to lead the invasion, The Sun reported.

Patrushev, 70, a shadowy figure regarded as a key architect of the war strategy thus far, is the man who persuaded Putin that Kyiv is swamped with neo-Nazis.

The claims were made on the popular Telegram channel General SVR, whose source is said to be a high-ranking Kremlin official, according to the report.

General SVR reported that Putin has abdominal cancer and Parkinson's.

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The report comes amid rumours that Putin will declare war on Ukraine and order the mass mobilisation of military-age men, posing a significant political risk.

The surgical procedure was supposed to take place in the second part of April, but it was postponed, according to SVR.

'Putin was advised to have surgery, and the date is currently being discussed and decided upon,' according to the site.

'There appears to be no pressing need, but it cannot be postponed.'

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A British media report citing a 'Kremlin insider' has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin may be forced to relinquish control of the Ukraine war for a few days while he prepares for cancer surgery.

A British media report citing a 'Kremlin insider' has claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin may be forced to relinquish control of the Ukraine war for a few days while he prepares for cancer surgery. While he goes under the knife, the Putin is expected to choose hardline Security Council head and ex-FSB commander Nikolai Patrushev to lead the invasion, The Sun reported. Patrushev, 70, a shadowy figure regarded as a key architect of the war strategy thus far, is the man who persuaded Putin that Kyiv is swamped with neo-Nazis. The claims were made on the popular Telegram channel General SVR, whose source is said to be a high-ranking Kremlin official, according to the report. General SVR reported that Putin has abdominal cancer and Parkinson's. Watch | Gravitas: Inside Vladimir Putin's mind The report comes amid rumours that Putin will declare war on Ukraine and order the mass mobilisation of military-age men, posing a significant political risk. The surgical procedure was supposed to take place in the second part of April, but it was postponed, according to SVR. 'Putin was advised to have surgery, and the date is currently being discussed and decided upon,' according to the site. 'There appears to be no pressing need, but it cannot be postponed.' WATCH WION LIVE HERE Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Putin to undergo cancer operation, hand power to ex-spy chief, claims report

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the 'Ghost of Kyiv' was making the rounds because of his spectacular airborne skills as a fighter pilot. Watch this report to know more.

The legend of the Ghost of Kyiv: How the 'Ghost of Kyiv' legend was born

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, US house speaker Nancy Pelosi embarked on an unannounced trip to Kyiv. She met with Ukraine President Zelensky.

US House speaker Nancy Pelosi meets Ukraine President Zelensky in Kyiv

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine. Now, Evacuation is underway in Mariupol.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Ukrainians head to safety after ceasefire ordeal

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the EU is all set to propose a phased ban on Russian oil. However, Hungary is expected to resist oil ban.

EU to propose a phased ban on Russian oil amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

The European space agency is ending cooperation with Russia on three missions to the moon. This comes as Russia continues its assault on Ukraine. On the other hand, Moscow has announced that it will be quitting the International space station.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Europe cancels joint moon missions with Russia

Serbia has showcased its new Chinese missile system in a show of military might. This comes at a time when Russia has invaded Ukraine.

Serbia showcases new Chinese missile system in a show of military might

It has been several weeks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine started, and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights since Russian troops entered Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Mariupol reels under Russian shelling as port city left bruised & battered

Russian invasion of Ukraine has entered third month now. From special operation to war, will Putin declare war against Ukraine? Watch UK's Defence Secretary's take on Ukraine conflict.

Will Putin declare war against Ukraine? Watch UK Defence Secretary speak on Ukraine conflict

The Russia-Ukraine war has entered its third month. All hopes were put behind the peace talks but even that seems to be faltering at this point. Even after multiple meetings, Ukraine and Russia are not able to come on the same page, they both have starkly different demands.

Heavy fighting continues across Ukraine as Russia-Ukraine war enters third month

It has been 65 days since Russia invaded Ukraine and still there are no signs of a truce. Currently, the West is sending more weapons to Ukraine, but the question that arises here is, will arming Ukraine really help? To get more perspective, we're joined by James Schwemlein, Senior Director at Albright Stonebridge Group and Fred Weir - Russian Affairs Expert.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: What is West doing to end the war?

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