Poland wanted to transfer MIG fighter jets to Ukraine. But the United States rejected the offer. Is the US trying to dictate NATO's response to the war in Ukraine? Palki Sharma tells you

Gravitas: Did America block transfer of fighter jets to Ukraine?

President Volodymyr Zelensky has said Ukraine is "no longer interested in a NATO membership." In response, Russia said it doesn't want to overthrow the Ukraine government. Is a truce in sight? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Zelensky willing to give up NATO membership bid?

Did Volodymyr Zelensky bet on direct intervention by NATO? Did he over-estimate Ukraine's strategic importance to the West? Palki Sharma explains Zelensky's 3 big miscalculations that gave Russia the upper hand.

Gravitas: Zelensky's three big miscalculations

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

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine grinds on, Moscow is finding itself mired in a parallel conflict: a contest of economic and political endurance against the West.

Russia’s other contest with the West: Economic endurance

Satellite images of Ukraine's port city of Mariupol have emerged and it shows the scale of destruction caused due to the Russian invasion. Mariupol, which was earlier a bustling port city in southern Ukraine, is now full of bombed residential buildings and blasted parks.

Watch: Before and after satellite images show destruction in Ukraine's Mariupol

The Russian and the Ukrainian foreign Ministers have met their Turkish counterparts just a few moments ago. The leaders are all set for high level meeting since Moscow invaded into Ukraine. The Ankara hopes to marks over the turning point in the raging conflict.

Kuleba, Lavrov arrive in Turkey to hold high-level talks amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

Amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict, Syrians came in support of Ukrainian citizens. Few of the Syrian rebels have also shared their stories of struggle.

Syrians empathise with Ukraine: Rebels share their stories of struggle amid Russia-Ukraine war

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been going on for some days now. 35000 people have been evacuated till now from key cities of Ukraine. However, humanitarian corridors worked only for some citizens and still many lives are in danger.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: 35,000 people evacuated from key cities of Ukraine

Amidst the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by Russia, the term “no-fly zone” has been heard multiple times. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has pleaded NATO to impose a no-fly zone over Ukraine claiming it would prevent civilian casualties but NATO has rejected the demand. Why?

Can ‘no-fly zone’ help Ukraine against Russia? What NATO, Zelensky, Biden are saying

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

Just as the travel industry was seeking to climb out of a two-year depression, Russia’s assault on Ukraine has scrambled schedules and given Americans pause as they consider international vacations.

Changed itineraries, higher fares: How the war in Ukraine is affecting travel

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

Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that Ukraine will no longer be seeking NATO membership, a delicate issue cited by Russia as a reason for invading its pro-Western neighbour. Zelensky also said he is open to "compromise" over the status of two breakaway pro-Russian territories that Putin recognized as independent just before the invasion.

Ready to discuss status of breakaway regions, says Ukrainian President Zelensky

Chinese president Xi Jinping has called for maximum restraint in Ukraine he also said that he is pained to see the flames of war reignite in Europe, this is by far his strongest comment on this conflict.

'China pained to see flames of war reignite in Europe'

Europe is jittery about sanctioning oil but it looks like this may turn into Putin's opportunity to divide the West. Russia is the world's largest producer of natural gas and the second top producer of crude oil, over the years Europe's energy reliance on Russia has become a crucial shield for Putin.

Is Europe's energy reliance on Russia Putin's shield?

The US has banned Russian oil exports. Moscow has threatened to cut gas supplies - if the oil ban goes ahead. Will Europe continue to bankroll Russia's Ukraine invasion? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will Europe still bankroll Russia's Ukraine invasion?

Where is Russian President Vladimir Putin's family? A report has claimed that Putin's family is inside a "secret bunker" - one that can survive a nuclear strike. How true are these claims? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Where is Vladimir Putin's family?

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has a new symbol. The letter 'Z'. It's present on Russian tanks, billboards, cars, even on uniforms of Russian athletes. What does this symbol stand for? Is it a military marking or a warning? Palki Sharma explains.

Gravitas: The mystery around Russia's 'Z' Symbol

Four world leaders have positioned themselves as mediators in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Who are they? Is there any hope for talks amid raining missiles? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Meet the mediators of the Russia-Ukraine war

Russia has claimed that the US was developing bio-weapons near the Russian border in Ukraine. Is there any truth to these accusations? Palki Sharma examines.

Gravitas: Russia claims US running bio-labs in Ukraine

Away from the war in Ukraine, Pakistan is stuck on the same old record. It's still obsessing over India. Imran Khan says EU envoys are pressurising him to condemn Russia. He wants them to build the same pressure on India. Here's what Palki Sharma has to say.

Gravitas: 'West pressurising Pak to condemn Russia' claims Imran Khan

Humanitarian corridors have been opened from 5 Ukrainian cities to help people escape the war zone. Last time, the safe corridors had come under heavy shelling. Will this time be different? Listen in to Palki Sharma

Gravitas: Humanitarian corridors open from 5 Ukrainian cities

For 11 months now leaders have been scrambling to revive the 2015 nuclear deal but after Vladimir Putin decided to invade Ukraine, talks in Vienna are now under threat.

West warns Russia over Iran Nuclear Deal

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