In a dangerous escalation, Moscow airports temporarily suspended flights amid the latest drone barrage. Moscow shot down more than 80 drones. Meanwhile, Russian attacks have left several dead in Ukraine. The escalation follows repeated strikes on Moscow's oil refinery.


Moscow Shuts Airports, Prepares Massive Retaliation Against Ukraine

Ukrainian drones struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries, sparking a fire, Russian officials said on Sunday. The overnight strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Ruthe country's northwestern Leningrad region, follows weeks of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil infrastructure. The facility produces close to 17.7 million metric tons per year, or 355,000 barrels per day, of crude. Regional Gov. Alexander Drozdenko said three drones were downed overnight in the Kirishi area, with falling debris sparking a fire at the facility. He said no one was injured, and the blaze has been put out.



Ukraine Strikes Russia's Top Oil Refinery, Russia Says Over 361 Ukrainian Drones Downed

<p>Ukrainian air attack on Russia's Belgorod region injured eight people and damaged scores of residential buildings and cars, the governor of the region bordering Ukraine said on Thursday (May 9).</p>

<p>An 11-year-old girl was injured and taken to the hospital, according to Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He reported on the messaging app Telegram that the attack also damaged around 34 apartments in 19 buildings and about 30 vehicles in the city.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-expel-russian-defence-attache-who-it-claims-is-undeclared-military-intelligence-officer-719421">UK to expel Russian defence attache who it claims is ‘undeclared military intelligence officer’</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Russia's air defence systems destroyed 15 rockets launched from the RM-70 Vampir system, and one drone over the region, stated Russia's defence ministry.</p>

<p>Three drones were also downed over Russia's Kursk region and two over the Bryansk region, the ministry said in a statement. All regions border Ukraine.</p>

<p>However, there was no immediate comment from Ukraine. Kyiv has often said that destroying military, energy and transport infrastructure inside Russia undermines Moscow's overall war efforts.</p>

<p><strong>Russia's attacks on Ukrainian power plants</strong></p>

<p>A day earlier, Russia launched more than 70 missiles and drones on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The overnight Russian attacks&nbsp;caused a deficit in the grid system. Hydropower and thermal power plants were damaged in the attack. Ukraine warned of possible power shutdowns across the country, Ukraine's grid operator Ukrenergo said on Wednesday.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/berlin-senator-struck-on-head-amid-concerns-over-violence-against-german-politicians-719401">Berlin senator struck on head amid concerns over rise in violence against German politicians</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The state power operator Ukrenergo also said it was limiting supplies across the country. It said in a statement, "Ukrenergo's dispatch centre is forced to limit power supply to industry and business from 18:00 to 23:00. The scope of the restrictions will be distributed evenly among all regions."</p>

<p><strong>Russia claims to have taken control of two more frontline villages</strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, Moscow claimed to have taken control of two more frontline villages. Russian forces have increased attacks on land and from the skies with Ukrainian troops struggling more than two years into the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="http://13.235.153.162/world/massive-russian-attack-on-ukrainian-power-plants-limits-supplies-across-nation-719481">‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukrainian power plants limits supplies across nation</a></p>

<p>In the latest development, officials said that a Russian air attack hit a school stadium in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv on Wednesday. The strike injured at least four children and three adults.</p>

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Russia's attack "deliberate, calculated and sneaky."</p>

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Ukrainian air attack on Russia's Belgorod region injured eight people and damaged scores of residential buildings and cars, the governor of the region bordering Ukraine said on Thursday (May 9).

Ukrainian air attack on Russia's Belgorod region injured eight people and damaged scores of residential buildings and cars, the governor of the region bordering Ukraine said on Thursday (May 9). An 11-year-old girl was injured and taken to the hospital, according to Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod. He reported on the messaging app Telegram that the attack also damaged around 34 apartments in 19 buildings and about 30 vehicles in the city. Also read: UK to expel Russian defence attache who it claims is ‘undeclared military intelligence officer’ Russia's air defence systems destroyed 15 rockets launched from the RM-70 Vampir system, and one drone over the region, stated Russia's defence ministry. Three drones were also downed over Russia's Kursk region and two over the Bryansk region, the ministry said in a statement. All regions border Ukraine. However, there was no immediate comment from Ukraine. Kyiv has often said that destroying military, energy and transport infrastructure inside Russia undermines Moscow's overall war efforts. Russia's attacks on Ukrainian power plants A day earlier, Russia launched more than 70 missiles and drones on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The overnight Russian attacks caused a deficit in the grid system. Hydropower and thermal power plants were damaged in the attack. Ukraine warned of possible power shutdowns across the country, Ukraine's grid operator Ukrenergo said on Wednesday. Also read: Berlin senator struck on head amid concerns over rise in violence against German politicians The state power operator Ukrenergo also said it was limiting supplies across the country. It said in a statement, "Ukrenergo's dispatch centre is forced to limit power supply to industry and business from 18:00 to 23:00. The scope of the restrictions will be distributed evenly among all regions." Russia claims to have taken control of two more frontline villages Meanwhile, Moscow claimed to have taken control of two more frontline villages. Russian forces have increased attacks on land and from the skies with Ukrainian troops struggling more than two years into the war. Also read: ‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukrainian power plants limits supplies across nation In the latest development, officials said that a Russian air attack hit a school stadium in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv on Wednesday. The strike injured at least four children and three adults. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Russia's attack "deliberate, calculated and sneaky." Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Eight injured in Ukrainian attacks on Russia's Belgorod, says governor

<p>Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency <em>AFP</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The operation had been carried out on a Russian landing ship named the 'Tsezar Kunikov', with the Ukrainian military claiming that its forces along with military intelligence units collaborated to 'destroy' the warship.</p>

<p>"It was in Ukrainian territorial waters near Alupka at the time of the hit," Ukraine’s military said on the Telegram messaging app.</p>

<p>The Ukrainian side employed "MAGURA" drones to inflict the attack, rendering the vessel damaged beyond repair, according to a <em>CNN </em>report.</p>

<p>Notably,&nbsp;“MAGURA” drones are only a few metres long and powered by jet skis but they have a range of around 800 kilometres, thereby allowing the Ukrainian military to launch them beyond its coastlines to target Russian assets.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Previous attack</strong></h2>

<p>The Ukrainian claims about destroying the Russian warship come after Moscow in late December last year acknowledged that one of its warships had suffered damage during an airstrike by Kyiv at the Black Sea port.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of December 26. The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram.</p>

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<h2><strong>Change in strategy from Kyiv?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The fresh attack on a Russian warship comes days after President Volodymyr Zelensky fired Ukraine's top commander,&nbsp;General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, in the biggest military shakeup since the start of the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"To win the war, we&nbsp;must all push in the same direction, we cannot be discouraged, we must have the right and positive energy, negativity must be left at home. We can't take on giving-up attitudes,"&nbsp;said Zelensky at the time.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-it-conducted-air-strike-on-crimea-destroying-russian-warship-673600"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Russia acknowledges damage to warship in Black Sea by Ukraine</strong></a></p>

<p>The move was necessitated as&nbsp;Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June last year, after stocking on Western&nbsp;weapons.</p>

<p>The failure to make inroads has added to Zelensky's frustration who believes that a rejig is the best way to re-energise the forces. Moscow is yet to comment on Wednesday's attack but experts believe a swift retaliation might&nbsp;be in the works.&nbsp;</p>

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Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency AFP.

Ukraine on Wednesday (Feb 14) claimed it had destroyed another Russian warship in the Black Sea as the war intensified between the two countries, approaching its second anniversary, according to a report by news agency AFP. The operation had been carried out on a Russian landing ship named the 'Tsezar Kunikov', with the Ukrainian military claiming that its forces along with military intelligence units collaborated to 'destroy' the warship. "It was in Ukrainian territorial waters near Alupka at the time of the hit," Ukraine’s military said on the Telegram messaging app. The Ukrainian side employed "MAGURA" drones to inflict the attack, rendering the vessel damaged beyond repair, according to a CNN report. Notably, “MAGURA” drones are only a few metres long and powered by jet skis but they have a range of around 800 kilometres, thereby allowing the Ukrainian military to launch them beyond its coastlines to target Russian assets. Previous attack The Ukrainian claims about destroying the Russian warship come after Moscow in late December last year acknowledged that one of its warships had suffered damage during an airstrike by Kyiv at the Black Sea port. The attack occurred in Feodosiya, located in Russian-occupied Crimea, in the early hours of December 26. The Ministry of Defence in Russia confirmed that Ukrainian aircraft equipped with guided missiles targeted the Novocherkassk, a landing warship. "Sadly, one person was killed and two others were wounded in an enemy attack on Feodosia," Russia-installed governor of Crimea, Sergei Aksionov, said on Telegram. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Veni, vidi, vici.@DI_Ukraine released video of the successful strike on the russian landing ship Caesar Kunikov. pic.twitter.com/RPcpDi0Dck — Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) February 14, 2024 × Change in strategy from Kyiv? The fresh attack on a Russian warship comes days after President Volodymyr Zelensky fired Ukraine's top commander, General Valerii Zaluzhnyi, in the biggest military shakeup since the start of the war. "To win the war, we must all push in the same direction, we cannot be discouraged, we must have the right and positive energy, negativity must be left at home. We can't take on giving-up attitudes," said Zelensky at the time. Also read | Russia acknowledges damage to warship in Black Sea by Ukraine The move was necessitated as Ukraine has struggled to retake territory from Russia, despite launching a much-publicised counter-offensive in June last year, after stocking on Western weapons. The failure to make inroads has added to Zelensky's frustration who believes that a rejig is the best way to re-energise the forces. Moscow is yet to comment on Wednesday's attack but experts believe a swift retaliation might be in the works. 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. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Three people were reported dead after a missile strike by Russia in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. The mayor of the city confirmed the news on his Telegram channel, where he earlier said that eight people also sustained injuries in the attack. “Three people have been killed," Mayor Andriy Sadovyi wrote while adding that at least 60 apartments and 50 cars were damaged.</p>

<p>This comes just days after a drone attack by Russia killed at least two people and injured 19 in the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy on Monday. The attack was carried out using four drones, in which one official building and two residential buildings were targeted, as per the city administration.</p>

<h2><strong>Zelensky calls for better anti-aircraft defence system</strong></h2>

<p>Following the Monday attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the country’s air defence system is poor and requires major upgradation. “Unfortunately, our country does not yet have a sufficient number of high-quality air defence systems to protect our entire territory and shoot down all enemy targets," Zelensky was quoted as saying by Reuters.</p>

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<p>"We will do everything possible and impossible to make our air defences the strongest," he added. He also said that protecting Ukraine’s borders was necessary and it would become the basis of a European air shield in the future.</p>

<h2><strong>West blamed for slow counteroffensive</strong></h2>

<p>Zelensky in a recent interview stated that delayed weapon delivery by the delayed delivery of weapons by the West caused severe harm to its counteroffensive operation against Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an exclusive interview with CNN, Zelensky said, “Our slowed-down counteroffensive is happening due to certain difficulties in the battlefield. Everything is heavily mined there," adding that he had sought to launch the operation against Russia “much earlier”.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deliveries-of-western-weapons-would-have-started-counteroffensive-much-earlier-says-zelensky-612463"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Delivery of Western weapons would have led to counteroffensive starting `much earlier`, says Zelensky</strong></a></p>

<p>"I wanted our counteroffensive happening much earlier because everyone understood that if the counteroffensive will be unfolding later, then a much bigger part of our territory will be mined," Zelensky said.</p>

<p>In a separate interview, Ukraine's military commander-in-chief Valery Zaluzhny also expressed his anger at the slow delivery of weapons by Western nations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It "pisses me off" that some in the West complain about the slow start and progress of the long-awaited push against Russian forces in Ukraine's south, Zaluzhny was quoted as saying by the Washington Post.</p>

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Three people were reported dead after a missile strike by Russia in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. The mayor of the city confirmed the news on his Telegram channel, where he earlier said that eight people also sustained injuries in the attack.

Three people were reported dead after a missile strike by Russia in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. The mayor of the city confirmed the news on his Telegram channel, where he earlier said that eight people also sustained injuries in the attack. “Three people have been killed," Mayor Andriy Sadovyi wrote while adding that at least 60 apartments and 50 cars were damaged. This comes just days after a drone attack by Russia killed at least two people and injured 19 in the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy on Monday. The attack was carried out using four drones, in which one official building and two residential buildings were targeted, as per the city administration. Zelensky calls for better anti-aircraft defence system Following the Monday attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said the country’s air defence system is poor and requires major upgradation. “Unfortunately, our country does not yet have a sufficient number of high-quality air defence systems to protect our entire territory and shoot down all enemy targets," Zelensky was quoted as saying by Reuters. Watch: Ukrainian President Zelensky meets Greta Thunberg in Kyiv × "We will do everything possible and impossible to make our air defences the strongest," he added. He also said that protecting Ukraine’s borders was necessary and it would become the basis of a European air shield in the future. West blamed for slow counteroffensive Zelensky in a recent interview stated that delayed weapon delivery by the delayed delivery of weapons by the West caused severe harm to its counteroffensive operation against Russia. In an exclusive interview with CNN, Zelensky said, “Our slowed-down counteroffensive is happening due to certain difficulties in the battlefield. Everything is heavily mined there," adding that he had sought to launch the operation against Russia “much earlier”. Also read: Delivery of Western weapons would have led to counteroffensive starting `much earlier`, says Zelensky "I wanted our counteroffensive happening much earlier because everyone understood that if the counteroffensive will be unfolding later, then a much bigger part of our territory will be mined," Zelensky said. In a separate interview, Ukraine's military commander-in-chief Valery Zaluzhny also expressed his anger at the slow delivery of weapons by Western nations. It "pisses me off" that some in the West complain about the slow start and progress of the long-awaited push against Russian forces in Ukraine's south, Zaluzhny was quoted as saying by the Washington Post. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Ukraine: Russian missile strike damages 60 apartments, leaves 3 dead in Lviv

<p>On Thursday (October 27), Ramzan Kadyrov, the Chenchen leader and a close ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin, said that 23 soldiers had been killed and 58 others injured in an artillery attack by Ukraine this week.</p>

<p>Kadyrov claimed the instance happened in southern Kherson in a Telegram statement. He said, "All rescue operations at the site have been completed and there is a final list of dead and injured—23 soldiers were killed and 58 wounded."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/future-belongs-to-india-russias-vladimir-putin-hails-pm-modis-independent-foreign-policy-529002"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;‘Future belongs to India’: Russia's Vladimir Putin hails PM Modi’s 'independent' foreign policy</strong></a></p>

<p>Chechnya is a province in southern Russia with a majority of Muslims in the region, which is headed by Kadyrov. The leader identifies himself as a foot soldier for the Russian president.</p>

<p>It has been nearly eight months since the conflict in Russia's Ukraine began. Thousands and thousands of soldiers from both sides have been killed. The recent instance adds to the Russian fatality toll.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putins-goddaughter-and-renowned-russian-media-figure-ksenia-sobchak-flees-to-lithuania-528857"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Putin's goddaughter and renowned Russian media figure Ksenia Sobchak flees to Lithuania&nbsp;</strong></a></p>

<p>The Moscow forces have rarely acknowledged battlefield defeats since the war began, and the Chenchen leader's remarks were unexpected.</p>

<p>He also admitted that he had deployed thousands of soldiers to participate in the conflict. Yes, our losses in the early hours that day were great, but Chechens are participating in jihad ... and if they are destined to fall in the holy war, it is an honour and a great joy for every true Muslim, he remarked.</p>

<p>He claimed that following the conflict, the Chechen soldiers killed nearly 70 Ukrainian soldiers.&nbsp;</p>

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On Thursday (October 27), Ramzan Kadyrov, the Chenchen leader and a close ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin, said that 23 soldiers had been killed and 58 others injured in an artillery attack by Ukraine this week.

On Thursday (October 27), Ramzan Kadyrov, the Chenchen leader and a close ally of Russian president Vladimir Putin, said that 23 soldiers had been killed and 58 others injured in an artillery attack by Ukraine this week. Kadyrov claimed the instance happened in southern Kherson in a Telegram statement. He said, "All rescue operations at the site have been completed and there is a final list of dead and injured—23 soldiers were killed and 58 wounded." Also read | ‘Future belongs to India’: Russia's Vladimir Putin hails PM Modi’s 'independent' foreign policy Chechnya is a province in southern Russia with a majority of Muslims in the region, which is headed by Kadyrov. The leader identifies himself as a foot soldier for the Russian president. It has been nearly eight months since the conflict in Russia's Ukraine began. Thousands and thousands of soldiers from both sides have been killed. The recent instance adds to the Russian fatality toll. Also read | Putin's goddaughter and renowned Russian media figure Ksenia Sobchak flees to Lithuania The Moscow forces have rarely acknowledged battlefield defeats since the war began, and the Chenchen leader's remarks were unexpected. He also admitted that he had deployed thousands of soldiers to participate in the conflict. Yes, our losses in the early hours that day were great, but Chechens are participating in jihad ... and if they are destined to fall in the holy war, it is an honour and a great joy for every true Muslim, he remarked. He claimed that following the conflict, the Chechen soldiers killed nearly 70 Ukrainian soldiers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Showing support for the war-torn country Ukraine, English songwriter and singer Harry Styles waved the country's flag during his 'One Night Concert' on Friday. His kind gesture touched thousands of hearts. In no time pictures and videos from the concert went viral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 28-year-old singer performed on all the 13 tracks from his latest album Harry's House and also on some classic favourites that were demanded from his fans. The concert happened on the night of 20th May at New York City's Madison Square Garden.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>While performing on the tunes of his popular song 'Sign of the Times' from his debut eponymous LP, towards the end of the concert, Styles grabbed a Ukrainian flag from one of his fans in the audience and carried it across the stage with him as he sang the song loudly while the crowd cheered for him. During the performance, one picture shows Harry holding the flag with one hand, as he clenches his microphone with the other.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The English singer wore a heart printed shirt and black leather pants for the concert.&nbsp;Later on, he grabbed a pride flag from another concert attendee, something that he regularly does during his concerts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Soon people started sharing videos and pictures from the concert and called the young artist “king.”&nbsp; Styles for his music video ‘As It Was’, had worked with Ukrainian director Tanu Muino. &nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Harry Styles <a href="https://twitter.com/Harry_Styles?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Harry_Styles</a> took to the stage with a <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ukrainian?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ukrainian</a> flag at a concert in New York during the performance of one of his top hits "Sign Of The Times" “<br />
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🎥: <a href="https://twitter.com/IsabelGuedez?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@isabelguedez</a> <a href="https://t.co/eTe6pNc2JJ">pic.twitter.com/eTe6pNc2JJ</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Amazing, such young artists with human values, decency, empathy towards the suffering ofUkraine! Gives me faith in our future! Thank you, such symbolic acts matter a lot, you influence youth, thank you 🙏❤️</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/Harry_Styles?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Harry_Styles</a> holding Ukraine’s flag and singing “Will we ever learn? We’ve been here before” was just so powerful to me. 🤍🕊</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">We’re watching <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HarryStyles?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HarryStyles</a>’s One Night Only concert on Apple Live TV right now and be just grabbed a Ukraine flag from someone in the audience. We love that energy, king. 🇺🇦</p>
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<p>His support for Ukraine comes amid the ongoing attack by Russia that was launched on 24th February. Millions of Ukrainians have fled the country, while hundreds of civilians have died, including children. The world has condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion, along with imposing heavy economic sanctions against Russia.</p>

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Showing support for the war-torn country Ukraine, English songwriter and singer Harry Styles waved the country's flag during his 'One Night Concert' on Friday. His kind gesture touched thousands of hearts.

Showing support for the war-torn country Ukraine, English songwriter and singer Harry Styles waved the country's flag during his 'One Night Concert' on Friday. His kind gesture touched thousands of hearts. In no time pictures and videos from the concert went viral. The 28-year-old singer performed on all the 13 tracks from his latest album Harry's House and also on some classic favourites that were demanded from his fans. The concert happened on the night of 20th May at New York City's Madison Square Garden. While performing on the tunes of his popular song 'Sign of the Times' from his debut eponymous LP, towards the end of the concert, Styles grabbed a Ukrainian flag from one of his fans in the audience and carried it across the stage with him as he sang the song loudly while the crowd cheered for him. During the performance, one picture shows Harry holding the flag with one hand, as he clenches his microphone with the other. Also Read: Time to say goodbye! 'Riverdale' to end with seventh season at CW The English singer wore a heart printed shirt and black leather pants for the concert. Later on, he grabbed a pride flag from another concert attendee, something that he regularly does during his concerts. Soon people started sharing videos and pictures from the concert and called the young artist “king.” Styles for his music video ‘As It Was’, had worked with Ukrainian director Tanu Muino. Watch reactions here:- Harry Styles @Harry_Styles took to the stage with a #Ukrainian flag at a concert in New York during the performance of one of his top hits "Sign Of The Times" “ 🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine 🎥: @isabelguedez pic.twitter.com/eTe6pNc2JJ — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) May 22, 2022 × Amazing, such young artists with human values, decency, empathy towards the suffering ofUkraine! Gives me faith in our future! Thank you, such symbolic acts matter a lot, you influence youth, thank you 🙏❤️ — Alexandra (@Alexandra1UApro) May 22, 2022 × @Harry_Styles holding Ukraine’s flag and singing “Will we ever learn? We’ve been here before” was just so powerful to me. 🤍🕊 — Israel Josafat (@_IsraelJosafat) May 21, 2022 × We’re watching #HarryStyles’s One Night Only concert on Apple Live TV right now and be just grabbed a Ukraine flag from someone in the audience. We love that energy, king. 🇺🇦 — Anamika 🇺🇦 (@AKumariLife) May 21, 2022 × His support for Ukraine comes amid the ongoing attack by Russia that was launched on 24th February. Millions of Ukrainians have fled the country, while hundreds of civilians have died, including children. The world has condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion, along with imposing heavy economic sanctions against Russia. Also Read:Harry Styles debuts new songs from upcoming album during Coachella music festival

Fans laud Harry Styles as he waves Ukraine flag in support at New York concert 

Russia's push in eastern Ukraine & the fate of Mariupol

In pics: ‘War has reached us’ strike shocks village in southeast Ukraine

<p>Russia claimed over 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers have&nbsp;surrendered in Mariupol as fighting continues in the city.</p>

<p>Russian forces have been shelling Mariupol for weeks with the city low on food, water and electricity. The development comes as Russian forces were seen reinforcing around the Donbas in eastern Ukraine.</p>

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<p>In a post earlier Ukraine's forces had said: "It is likely that in the future the enemy will try to take control of the city of Mariupol, capture Popasna and launch an offensive in the direction of Kurakhove in order to reach the administrative borders of Donetsk region."</p>

<p>Ukrainian forces said they were defending the city as the country's land forces claimed the "connection with the units of the defence forces that heroically hold the city is stable and maintained".</p>

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<p>Amid the fighting in Mariupol, President Zelensky pleaded for more weapons from the West to "unblock Mariupol" as he claimed that Russian forces had "completely destroyed Mariupol and burned it to ashes".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/satellite-images-show-civilian-deaths-in-ukraines-bucha-street-468514">In Pics:&nbsp;Satellite images show civilian deaths in Ukraine's Bucha street</a></p>

<p>On April 8, a large column of Russian armoured vehicles was picked up by satellite photos near the town of Izyum as Pentagon claimed Putin's forces were reinforcing around the Donbas region.</p>

<p>(With inputs from Agencies)</p>


Russia claimed over 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers have surrendered in Mariupol as fighting continues in the city. Russian forces have been shelling Mariupol for weeks with the city low on food, water and electricity.

Russia claimed over 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers have surrendered in Mariupol as fighting continues in the city. Russian forces have been shelling Mariupol for weeks with the city low on food, water and electricity. The development comes as Russian forces were seen reinforcing around the Donbas in eastern Ukraine. Also Read in Pics: How Harpoon anti-ship missiles in Ukraine's arsenal can disbalance Russia In a post earlier Ukraine's forces had said: "It is likely that in the future the enemy will try to take control of the city of Mariupol, capture Popasna and launch an offensive in the direction of Kurakhove in order to reach the administrative borders of Donetsk region." Ukrainian forces said they were defending the city as the country's land forces claimed the "connection with the units of the defence forces that heroically hold the city is stable and maintained". Watch: Russia accused of using phosphorus bombs in Ukraine. What are these? Amid the fighting in Mariupol, President Zelensky pleaded for more weapons from the West to "unblock Mariupol" as he claimed that Russian forces had "completely destroyed Mariupol and burned it to ashes". In Pics: Satellite images show civilian deaths in Ukraine's Bucha street On April 8, a large column of Russian armoured vehicles was picked up by satellite photos near the town of Izyum as Pentagon claimed Putin's forces were reinforcing around the Donbas region. (With inputs from Agencies)

Over 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers have surrendered in Mariupol, claims Russia

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