The Russian invasion of Ukraine is now in its 18th day. Russian forces are advancing to Ukraine's capital from the North West and North East.

Zelensky sends defiant message to Russia as Russian troops close in on Kyiv

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, millions of people mostly women and children are fleeing the conflict-ridden country. However, Ukraine's neighbours now report a dip in the number of refugees.

Ukraine's neighbours report a dip in the number of refugees fleeing the Russian invasion

It is day 18 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 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 ramps up the attack in South Ukraine as the Russian invasion enters day 18

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Russian troops continue to advance towards capital Kyiv

It is day 17 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 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.

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine Heavy bombardment reported in Irpin & Bucha

After a three-way phone call with the Russian leader and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron's office has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of "lies" for alleging that Ukrainian forces had committed human rights abuses.

France and Germany urged&nbsp;Putin Saturday to end a deadly days-long siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol, the French presidency said.

Putin spoke about “issues related to agreements under discussion to implement the Russian demands” for ending the war, the Kremlin said without providing details.

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The Kremlin said Putin also told Macron and Scholz about video calls between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators over the past few days.&nbsp;

The Russian leader also repeated his allegation that Ukrainian forces using civilians as shields had thwarted efforts to evacuate civilians from combat zones.

Ukraine’s military said Saturday that Russian forces captured Mariupol’s eastern outskirts, tightening the armed squeeze on the strategic port.&nbsp;

Taking Mariupol and other ports on the Azov Sea could allow Russia to establish a land corridor to Crimea, which it seized from Ukraine in 2014.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky encouraged his people to keep up their resistance, which many analysts said has prevented the rapid offensive and military victory the Kremlin likely expected while planning to invade Russia’s ex-Soviet neighbor.

“The fact that the whole Ukrainian people resist these invaders has already gone down in history, but we do not have the right to let up our defense, no matter how difficult it may be for us,” he said.

Zelensky also accused Russia of employing “a new stage of terror” with the alleged kidnapping the mayor of Melitopol, a city 192 kilometers (119 miles) west of Mariupol. After residents of the occupied city demonstrated for the mayor’s release Saturday, the Ukrainian leader called on Russian forces to heed the calls.

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“Please hear in Moscow!” Zelensky said Saturday. “Another protest against Russian troops, against attempts to bring the city to its knees.”

He said 500-600 Russian troops had surrendered on Friday alone and that about 1,300 Ukrainian troops had been killed since the conflict began.

More than 2,000 residents of the southern city, which is now under Russian control, protested outside the city administration building to demand the release of the mayor, Ivan Fedorov, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy head of the president's office, said.

In multiple areas around the capital, artillery barrages sent residents scurrying for shelter and air raid sirens wailed.&nbsp;

Putin launched the invasion on Feb. 24 in an operation that has been almost universally condemned around the world and that has drawn tough Western sanctions on Russia.

The bombardment has trapped thousands of people in besieged cities and sent 2.5 million Ukrainians fleeing to neighbouring countries. 
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(With inputs from agencies)

After a three-way phone call with the Russian leader and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron's office has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of "lies" for alleging that Ukrainian forces had committed human rights abuses.

After a three-way phone call with the Russian leader and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, French President Emmanuel Macron's office has accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of "lies" for alleging that Ukrainian forces had committed human rights abuses. France and Germany urged Putin Saturday to end a deadly days-long siege of the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol, the French presidency said. Putin spoke about “issues related to agreements under discussion to implement the Russian demands” for ending the war, the Kremlin said without providing details. The Kremlin said Putin also told Macron and Scholz about video calls between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators over the past few days. The Russian leader also repeated his allegation that Ukrainian forces using civilians as shields had thwarted efforts to evacuate civilians from combat zones. Ukraine’s military said Saturday that Russian forces captured Mariupol’s eastern outskirts, tightening the armed squeeze on the strategic port. Taking Mariupol and other ports on the Azov Sea could allow Russia to establish a land corridor to Crimea, which it seized from Ukraine in 2014. Also see | Napoleon's Waterloo & Hitler's Barbarossa: 5 lessons Putin can learn from failed war campaigns Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky encouraged his people to keep up their resistance, which many analysts said has prevented the rapid offensive and military victory the Kremlin likely expected while planning to invade Russia’s ex-Soviet neighbor. “The fact that the whole Ukrainian people resist these invaders has already gone down in history, but we do not have the right to let up our defense, no matter how difficult it may be for us,” he said. Zelensky also accused Russia of employing “a new stage of terror” with the alleged kidnapping the mayor of Melitopol, a city 192 kilometers (119 miles) west of Mariupol. After residents of the occupied city demonstrated for the mayor’s release Saturday, the Ukrainian leader called on Russian forces to heed the calls. Also see | What does aftermath of Russian invasion look like for Ukraine? “Please hear in Moscow!” Zelensky said Saturday. “Another protest against Russian troops, against attempts to bring the city to its knees.” He said 500-600 Russian troops had surrendered on Friday alone and that about 1,300 Ukrainian troops had been killed since the conflict began. More than 2,000 residents of the southern city, which is now under Russian control, protested outside the city administration building to demand the release of the mayor, Ivan Fedorov, Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy head of the president's office, said. In multiple areas around the capital, artillery barrages sent residents scurrying for shelter and air raid sirens wailed. Putin launched the invasion on Feb. 24 in an operation that has been almost universally condemned around the world and that has drawn tough Western sanctions on Russia. The bombardment has trapped thousands of people in besieged cities and sent 2.5 million Ukrainians fleeing to neighbouring countries. (With inputs from agencies)

France accuses Russia of 'lies' over Ukraine rights allegations

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russia has given the latest warning to the West. Russia to target Western arms supply? Watch this report to find out.

Russia's latest warning to the West: Russia to target Western arms supply?

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Seventh attempt of evacuation is underway in Mariupol. This after several attempts have been failed by the Russian aggression.

Seventh attempt of evacuation underway in Mariupol amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine Conflict enters day 17: Russians 25 kilometres away from Kyiv

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the United States has announced fresh set of sanctions on Russia. Russia also also lost most favoured nation status.

US imposes fresh sanctions on Russia amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv said that Russia is planning an attack on Chernobyl nuclear plant. Watch this report to know about the risks.

Kyiv: Russia planning attack on Chernobyl nuclear plant amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

The battle for Kyiv continues as Russian invasion of Ukraine enters day 17

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During a press briefing, US Vice President Kamala Harris laughed awkwardly when asked about Ukraine's refugees amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.

US Vice President Harris under fire for laughing when asked about Ukraine's refugees

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, scores of people are fleeing the conflict. The Ukrainian refugee crisis is mounting as they narrate their ordeal.

Ukrainian Refugees narrate their ordeal as the Russian invasion of Ukraine triggers a refugee crisis

It is day 17 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 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. Bombing has caused extensive damage in Baryshivka village.

Day 17 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Bombing causes extensive damage in Baryshivka village

Satellite images show Russian troops closing in on the capital Kyiv with multiple homes and buildings on fire. There has been widespread damage in towns located close to Kyiv.

Russia Ukraine Conflict: Russian troops appear to be re-grouping for assault

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, over 2.3 million people have fled Ukraine, triggering a refugee crisis. Now, pop artists, Bloom twins hosted a fundraiser to raise funds for the refugees.

'Bloom twins' host a fundraiser as over 2.3 million people flee Ukraine amid Russian invasion

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, scores of people are fleeing the conflict but it has also increased the risk of COVID-19 infection among the refugees.

Heightened risk of COVID-19 infection among refugees fleeing Russian invasion of Ukraine

What is the significance of the 'Mother of Kyiv statue'? Watch this report from Kyiv to know more details.

What is the significance of the 'Mother of Kyiv statue'? Watch this report to know all the details

Not a single civilian has been able to leave Mariupol, Russian shelling prevented a humanitarian convoy from reaching the city which is remained under siege since the invasion began. Multiple efforts to evacuate civilians have failed despite humanitarian corridors being established. Russian forces have not stopped bombing the city. Zelensky said efforts to send food, water and medicine to the city failed because Russian tanks attacked humanitarian corridors.

Ukraine: Situation in Mariupol critical amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

It is day 17 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 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. Hackers are also part of Ukraine's digital battle against Russia.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Hackers part of Ukraine's digital battle against Russia

In a candid conversation with Belgium's envoy to India spoke to WION about the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and urged India to condemn Russian aggression.

Belgium's envoy to India speaks to WION: Belgium urges India to condemn Russian aggression

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has been going on for 17th day now, NATO troops reviewed preparedness.

NATO troops review preparedness as the Russian invasion of Ukraine enters the 17th day

In a recent move to penalize Russia over its attack on Ukraine, Facebook and other US tech giants have blocked access to its network in Moscow. In light of Ukraine's invasion, Facebook said it has temporarily eased its rules about violent speech to allow statements like "death to Russian invaders" on its platform. However, Russia has opened criminal case against Meta.

Russia opens criminal case against Meta after Facebook eases rules on violent speech

Satellite images show Russia firing artillery near Kyiv as the Russia-Ukraine conflict enters day 17

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Russia widens attack with airstrikes on day 17th of the invasion

It is day 17 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, 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, Ukraine claims that it will free captive Russian soldiers.

Ukraine says that it will free captive Russian soldiers amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

Russia's deputy Prime Minister reached out to India's petroleum minister seeking more investments in Russia's energy sector. Will India agree to buy more Russian oil? Can New Delhi help Russia blunt western sanctions? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Putin bets on India's help to rescue energy sector

Turkey is acting as a mediator in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. The Russia-Ukraine talks were also held in Turkey. But what's at stake for Turkey?

What's at stake for Turkey? Russia-Ukraine talks held in Turkey

Russia has called an emergency UNSC meeting on biological weapons. It also claimed that the United States is making bio-weapons.

Russia calls emergency UNSC meeting on biological weapons after claiming that the US is making it

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