The negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul could possibly pave the way for a meeting between the Russian president Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Zelensky.

Russia to 'drastically reduce' assault, Kyiv sets condition for 'neutral status'

According to reports, India is expected to face shortage of sunflower oil by at least 25% or 4-6 lakh tonnes. Battling the edible oil demand, India had to procure Russian sunflower oil but is it enough?

Impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the Indian kitchen

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov is in India amid Ukraine-Russia conflict. In a recent update on Lavrov's visit, Russian foreign minister will meet Indian prime minister Narendra Modi. To get you more details, watch this report by WION's principal diplomatic correspondent Siddhant Sibbal.

Tug-of-war diplomacy: Russian FM Sergei Lavrov to meet Indian PM Narendra Modi

Russia has turned to India for support amid global isolation. However, US warned India against expecting help from Russia.

Russian FM Sergei Lavrov to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

The Kremlin has declined to comment regarding Russia's crackdown on the press last month passing a law that bans the dissemination of deliberately false information making dissent in Russia even more dangerous and offenders may face up to 15 years in jail.

Misinformation on war: Offenders in Russia to face up to 15 years in jail

UK foreign secretary Liz Truss is in India to rally support against Russia. The foreign secretary is holding a meeting with India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK & Russian foreign ministers in India seek support

The International space station that so many of us often forget was launched way back in 1998 and has long been a symbol of US-Russian collaboration, now it's interesting to see how will Russia's invasion of Ukraine change things up in space?

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Can USA & Russia cooperate in space?

In the latest update on Ukraine-Russia conflict, Zelensky has signed a new law to restrict military details and violators will face years of imprisonment.

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Zelensky signs a law to restrict details, violators to face imprisonment

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina has withdrawn from next month's Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, saying she has aggravated a back injury in her determination to represent her country on the court following Russia's invasion.

Svitolina, who has been outspoken in support of Ukraine amid the invasion, has competed at the Monterrey Open, Indian Wells and the Miami Open in recent weeks.

She lost in the opening round at Indian Wells and Miami, but reached the Monterrey Open quarter-finals and pledged to donate her prize money from the tournament to the Ukrainian army.

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Russia calls its actions a "special military operation".

"It's been an extremely difficult couple of months for me, not only mentally but also physically," Svitolina wrote on Twitter. "For a quite long time I've been struggling with my back. 
 
"The pain didn't let me prepare for the tournaments at my best. Observing with unbearable pain in my heart what is happening in my homeland Ukraine ... gave me a huge push to continue and fight on court.

"Now, my body can't handle it anymore and I need to rest."

Svitolina added that she would also miss some of her "favourite" tournaments in Europe, but did not provide any other details.

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Ukraine will take on the United States in a best-of-five qualifier in the Billie Jean King tournament formerly known as the Fed Cup on April 15-16.

The tie will be played at an indoor hard court venue in Asheville, North Carolina.

The winners will qualify for the 2022 Finals, scheduled to be held in November.

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina has withdrawn from next month's Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, saying she has aggravated a back injury in her determination to represent her country on the court following Russia's invasion.

Ukraine's Elina Svitolina has withdrawn from next month's Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, saying she has aggravated a back injury in her determination to represent her country on the court following Russia's invasion. Svitolina, who has been outspoken in support of Ukraine amid the invasion, has competed at the Monterrey Open, Indian Wells and the Miami Open in recent weeks. She lost in the opening round at Indian Wells and Miami, but reached the Monterrey Open quarter-finals and pledged to donate her prize money from the tournament to the Ukrainian army. ALSO READ: Miami Open: Rohan Bopanna-Denis Shapovalov pair stuns Croatia's Nikola Mektic-Mate Pavic to enter quarters Russia calls its actions a "special military operation". "It's been an extremely difficult couple of months for me, not only mentally but also physically," Svitolina wrote on Twitter. "For a quite long time I've been struggling with my back. "The pain didn't let me prepare for the tournaments at my best. Observing with unbearable pain in my heart what is happening in my homeland Ukraine ... gave me a huge push to continue and fight on court. "Now, my body can't handle it anymore and I need to rest." Svitolina added that she would also miss some of her "favourite" tournaments in Europe, but did not provide any other details. ALSO READ: Miami Open: Daniil Medvedev outclasses Pedro Martinez to reach last 16, Naomi Osaka storms into quarter-finals Ukraine will take on the United States in a best-of-five qualifier in the Billie Jean King tournament formerly known as the Fed Cup on April 15-16. The tie will be played at an indoor hard court venue in Asheville, North Carolina. The winners will qualify for the 2022 Finals, scheduled to be held in November.

Elina Svitolina aggravates back injury after battling to represent Ukraine amid Russia's invasion

While Russian demanding for Ukrainian neutrality has been a key issue for Moscow at conflict negotiations, face-to-face talks began in Istanbul in between Ukraine and Russia.

Russia & Ukraine begin talks in Istanbul, aims to stop fighting in Ukraine

On the second day of Poland's trip, Joe Biden has delivered a remark and said Putin is a 'butcher'. After this unscripted remark, question is arising that 'Will Biden's remarks affect peace talks'?

Ukraine under attack: Will Biden's remarks affect peace talks?

While Russian demanding for Ukrainian neutrality has been a key issue for Moscow at conflict negotiations, face-to-face talks to be held in Istanbul in between Ukraine and Russia.

Russia & Ukraine to hold peace talks in Istanbul

A retired army colonel from the United States is fighting the Russians in Ukraine for a second time since 2014. He narrates the transformation of the Ukrainian military from what he describes as a decrepit force into an effective operation capable of fending off Russian advances.

A soldier from US talks about change in Ukraine army

In a recent development in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Zelensky has criticised the West for not doing enough and demanded the West give arms to Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Zelensky calls on NATO to support Kyiv

On Sunday, around 1,000 local choirs in towns and cities across the world have gathered to sing together for peace in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Spanish choirs lead global singalong for peace in Ukraine

In this conversation with Strategic Analyst, John Erath said, "Russia is trying to create North, South Korea like divide in Ukraine". Watch this exclusive conversation on WION.

Day 32 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Is Moscow changing its strategy?

It is day 32 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. While evacuation is still going on, several residents of Irpin were evacuated on Saturday.

Day 32 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Evacuation continues in Irpin

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has a 'Z' symbol, but what does 'Z' stands for? Firms with Z in their logo are worried, but the question remains the same 'Why'?

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Why Zurich insurance drops 'Z' from its logo?

Amid Ukraine-Russia crisis, people in UK and Czech Republic came out in support of Ukrainians and held a rally at Prague's historic centre.

Ukraine under attack: Russians come out in support of Ukraine

As per the reports, Ukraine is using facial recognition software to identify dead soldiers of Russia. Few experts have expressed their concerns over usage of AI in war.

Ukraine uses facial recognition software to identify dead Russian soldiers

A semi-professional female soccer team which fled war in Ukraine has found a new training ground and shelter at the German Bundesliga club- 1. FC Cologne.

Ukrainian Female Footballers have found a new training ground

Conflict in Ukraine has affected oil supplies severely; Spain is facing Ukraine sunflower oil scarcity. As per experts, this could be an opportunity for olive oil producers.

Conflict in Ukraine affect oil supplies, price increases take toll on businesses

Today, Russia-Ukraine war has entered its 29th day with continued attacks and bombardments. Armies of both countries have been involved in intense fights and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict.

Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, NATO leaders prepare for an emergency summit

A senior Pentagon official said that the Russian army started to establish defensive positions on several fronts in the country as it has retreated more than 30 km east of Kyiv in the past 24 hours.

Day 29 of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Is Russia taking defensive position?

In a recent update on Ukraine-Russia conflict, United States has charged Russia of war crimes. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, "There are numerous reports of indiscriminate attacks and attacks on civilians" by Russian forces in Ukraine.

US charges Russia of war crimes, statement heavily relies on Mariupol attacks

Vladimir Putin’s special envoy Anatoly Chubais has resigned and became the first official to quit since Russia launched his invasion of Ukraine a month ago.

Russian reformer Anatoly Chubais quits as Putin's special envoy

Today is day 29 of the Ukraine-Russia war, and Russia is continuously attacking Ukraine. Recently, Boris Johnson urged the west to step up to help Ukraine.

UK to send 6,000 missiles and $33 million financial aid to Ukraine

As per the reports, Russian forces are not advancing, they are on the defense side. However, troops appear to be more focused on Donetsk and Luhansk.

Russia-Ukraine war update: Russian forces facing a setback?

The Russian government has expelled several US diplomats from Moscow and declared them 'persona non grata'. The decision came after the US ousted the Russian envoy at the United Nations.

Russia expels several American diplomats in tit-for-tat move

Amidst the shelling, sandbags and security forces clashing, these musicians are playing to add their bit of sweetness to the bitter air in Odesa, Ukraine.

Melodious background to Ukraine's bitter reality

Amid the Ukraine-Russia crisis, the Investigative Committee of Russia has opened up a criminal case against famous journalist Alexander Nevzorov. Various other journalist are raising their voice against Kremlin propaganda.

Russian Journalists speak out, Russia opens criminal case against Alexander Nevzorov