The two-day European council summit ended in Brussels. Meanwhile, EU has granted Ukraine candidate and urged Russia to unblock black sea. EU has recognised Russia's attempt to weaponise food.

EU grants Ukraine candidate status and urges Russia to unblock Black Sea

At a farm in northern Ukraine, a spooked-looking heifer has been limping since one of her hind legs was shredded by shrapnel in a Russian attack that has been mirrored on farms across the country since the war began.

The four-month-old survived bombardments that killed around a third of animals on the meat and dairy facility in Mala Rogan, a village around 25 kilometres (15 miles) south of Ukraine's second city Kharkiv.

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It was a "nightmare" recalls owner Lyubov Zlobina, 62, who says she is "haunted by the howls of cows burned alive" during the attacks on March 26.

"I cling on to this little miracle," she said, referring to the injured heifer, the distant thuds of shelling echoing in the background.

"I gave her antibiotics twice but sadly the wound is still oozing and she isn't putting on weight," she added.

"If we could take out the shard, maybe she would recover. For surgery, we'd have to take her very far away and we can't," said Zlobina visibly upset.

In the first weeks of the war, Mala Rogan was captured by Russian forces. They have since been beat back, leaving behind a battle-scarred hellscape.

Zlobina's husband, who served in the Soviet army in Afghanistan, showed AFP journalists several videos taken during the attacks.

"We were running in every direction out of the shed," Mykolai Zlobin, 57, recalled, describing how hay in the shed burst into flames. A cow that was giving birth had its head severed.

They had to knock down a segment of wall with a tractor to get the trapped cows out, all while explosions were falling around the panicked herd.&nbsp;

"I tried to save a few piglets but their mothers were protecting them under their bellies," said Zlobina. The hens, she said, clucked and pecked through the attack as if nothing was happening.

Yulia Koval, a 38-year-old farm employee said part of a roof fell in while she was trying to hurry calves from a farm building.

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"We could have not done it because everything around was falling apart. But we didn't have time to think it over, she says. We just wanted to save them, that's all."

Animals with serious injuries have since had to be put down.

'Attacking the cattle'

The shed now is a burnt out, rusted skeleton. Animals graze and mull about in fields surrounding the farm, which, unlike much farmland in eastern Ukraine does not appear to have been mined.

For the youngest and most vulnerable animals, a hastily-constructed shelter offers some protection but a more robust alternative will have be found for the winter.

Farms and agricultural land across Ukraine have been devastated by the war. Local media routinely report huge losses caused by Russian shelling.

Government figures suggest that 15 percent of the country's livestock have been killed since Russia invaded on February 24.&nbsp;

The NGO Open Cages Ukraine said in a June report that it expects the number of farm animals killed during the conflict to be around 300,000 by the year's end.

Also roaming the two-hectare farm in Mala Rogan are exhausted and starving stray dogs, abandoned by their owners who fled Russia's advance to towns and cities in eastern Ukraine.&nbsp;

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"Look at this injured ewe with her three lambs," Zlobina says, pointing at her as she tries to hide.

"She was attacked not even 24 hours ago."&nbsp;

"At first, the dogs ate the bodies of abandoned Russian soldiers and we sometimes found a foot or a hand on our land. Now they are attacking the cattle," she said.

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At a farm in northern Ukraine, a spooked-looking heifer has been limping since one of her hind legs was shredded by shrapnel in a Russian attack that has been mirrored on farms across the country since the war began. The four-month-old survived bombardments that killed around a third of animals on the meat and dairy facility in Mala Rogan, a village around 25 kilometres (15 miles) south of Ukraine's second city Kharkiv. Also read | Four months into the Russian aggression, Ukraine retreats from key embattled city of Sievierodonetsk It was a "nightmare" recalls owner Lyubov Zlobina, 62, who says she is "haunted by the howls of cows burned alive" during the attacks on March 26. "I cling on to this little miracle," she said, referring to the injured heifer, the distant thuds of shelling echoing in the background. "I gave her antibiotics twice but sadly the wound is still oozing and she isn't putting on weight," she added. "If we could take out the shard, maybe she would recover. For surgery, we'd have to take her very far away and we can't," said Zlobina visibly upset. In the first weeks of the war, Mala Rogan was captured by Russian forces. They have since been beat back, leaving behind a battle-scarred hellscape. Zlobina's husband, who served in the Soviet army in Afghanistan, showed AFP journalists several videos taken during the attacks. "We were running in every direction out of the shed," Mykolai Zlobin, 57, recalled, describing how hay in the shed burst into flames. A cow that was giving birth had its head severed. They had to knock down a segment of wall with a tractor to get the trapped cows out, all while explosions were falling around the panicked herd. "I tried to save a few piglets but their mothers were protecting them under their bellies," said Zlobina. The hens, she said, clucked and pecked through the attack as if nothing was happening. Yulia Koval, a 38-year-old farm employee said part of a roof fell in while she was trying to hurry calves from a farm building. Watch | Ukraine to get more US rocket systems as Russia closes in on Severodonetsk "We could have not done it because everything around was falling apart. But we didn't have time to think it over, she says. We just wanted to save them, that's all." Animals with serious injuries have since had to be put down. 'Attacking the cattle' The shed now is a burnt out, rusted skeleton. Animals graze and mull about in fields surrounding the farm, which, unlike much farmland in eastern Ukraine does not appear to have been mined. For the youngest and most vulnerable animals, a hastily-constructed shelter offers some protection but a more robust alternative will have be found for the winter. Farms and agricultural land across Ukraine have been devastated by the war. Local media routinely report huge losses caused by Russian shelling. Government figures suggest that 15 percent of the country's livestock have been killed since Russia invaded on February 24. The NGO Open Cages Ukraine said in a June report that it expects the number of farm animals killed during the conflict to be around 300,000 by the year's end. Also roaming the two-hectare farm in Mala Rogan are exhausted and starving stray dogs, abandoned by their owners who fled Russia's advance to towns and cities in eastern Ukraine. Also read | Amnesty International accuses Russia of ‘war crimes’ in Ukranian city of Kharkiv "Look at this injured ewe with her three lambs," Zlobina says, pointing at her as she tries to hide. "She was attacked not even 24 hours ago." "At first, the dogs ate the bodies of abandoned Russian soldiers and we sometimes found a foot or a hand on our land. Now they are attacking the cattle," she said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A day after the European Union decided to give candidacy status to Ukraine and Moldova, Moscow declared that the move was done to "contain" Russia.

"European Union has confirmed that it continues to actively exploit the CIS on a geopolitical level to use it to 'contain' Russia," the foreign ministry said.

"They are not thinking of the negative consequences of such a step," it added.

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Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov had said earlier that induction of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU presented "no risks" to Russia since the EU wasn't a military alliance. However, the foreign minister took a dig at NATO and EU.

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"Hitler under his banner had brought together a large part of European countries to wage war against the Soviet Union," Lavrov said, adding, "Today the EU and NATO are bringing together such a contemporary coalition to fight and, to a large extent, wage war against Russia."

Meanwhile, Russian forces continued to pound eastern Ukraine as officials said its troops were under heavy artillery fire.

The Ukrainian defence ministry said Russia is seeking to surround Lysychansk in eastern Ukraine as reports claimed Ukrainian forces were prepared to retreat from Severodonetsk.

Russian forces have concentrated their efforts on the eastern Donbas region after failing to capture Kyiv. Severodonetsk has witnessed weeks of heavy fighting with Ukrainians putting up a stubborn resistance.

Sergiy Gaiday, governor of the Lugansk region said Ukrainian forces had received the order to withdraw from Severodonetsk.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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A day after the European Union decided to give candidacy status to Ukraine and Moldova, Moscow declared that the move was done to "contain" Russia. "European Union has confirmed that it continues to actively exploit the CIS on a geopolitical level to use it to 'contain' Russia," the foreign ministry said.

A day after the European Union decided to give candidacy status to Ukraine and Moldova, Moscow declared that the move was done to "contain" Russia. "European Union has confirmed that it continues to actively exploit the CIS on a geopolitical level to use it to 'contain' Russia," the foreign ministry said. "They are not thinking of the negative consequences of such a step," it added. Also Read: EU agrees to grant candidate status to Ukraine, Moldova Russia's foreign minister Sergei Lavrov had said earlier that induction of Ukraine and Moldova into the EU presented "no risks" to Russia since the EU wasn't a military alliance. However, the foreign minister took a dig at NATO and EU. Watch: Russia's gas choke sends Europe back to coal "Hitler under his banner had brought together a large part of European countries to wage war against the Soviet Union," Lavrov said, adding, "Today the EU and NATO are bringing together such a contemporary coalition to fight and, to a large extent, wage war against Russia." Meanwhile, Russian forces continued to pound eastern Ukraine as officials said its troops were under heavy artillery fire. The Ukrainian defence ministry said Russia is seeking to surround Lysychansk in eastern Ukraine as reports claimed Ukrainian forces were prepared to retreat from Severodonetsk. Russian forces have concentrated their efforts on the eastern Donbas region after failing to capture Kyiv. Severodonetsk has witnessed weeks of heavy fighting with Ukrainians putting up a stubborn resistance. Sergiy Gaiday, governor of the Lugansk region said Ukrainian forces had received the order to withdraw from Severodonetsk. (With inputs from Agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

EU candidacy for Ukraine, Moldova confirm move to 'contain Russia': Moscow

The 48th G7 meeting is going to take place in Germany. Germany has officially invited India to the meeting and Indian PM Narendra Modi will attend it. The Ukraine-Russia war is going to dominate talks.

48th G7 meeting to take place in Germany: Ukraine-Russia war to dominate talks

&nbsp;Wimbledon will give Ukrainian refugees free tickets to the tournament and donate 250,000 pounds ($307,100) to those affected by Russia`s invasion of the country, the All England Lawn Tennis Club, said on Friday.

Following the invasion, Wimbledon banned Russian and Belarusian players from the tournament, resulting in the men`s ATP Tour and women`s WTA Tour taking away its ranking points.

"On behalf of The All England Lawn Tennis Club and the LTA, we wish to express our ongoing support for all those impacted by the conflict in Ukraine. We recognise the fantastic response from the British public to welcome Ukrainian refugees into their homes and communities,"&nbsp;Ian Hewitt, Chairman of the All England Club said in a statement.

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To that end, the All England Club has invited all Ukrainian refugees who have settled in the boroughs of Merton and Wandsworth, alongside their sponsor and charity delivery partners, to join us at The Championships for play on Middle Sunday, 3 July," he added.

"In addition, the All England Club and the LTA have jointly committed a £250,000 donation on behalf of Wimbledon to the refugee response efforts through the Tennis Plays for Peace initiative and the British Red Cross Ukraine Appeal," he added. 
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Wimbledon will give Ukrainian refugees free tickets to the tournament and donate 250,000 pounds ($307,100) to those affected by Russia`s invasion of the country, the All England Lawn Tennis Club, said on Friday.

Wimbledon will give Ukrainian refugees free tickets to the tournament and donate 250,000 pounds ($307,100) to those affected by Russia`s invasion of the country, the All England Lawn Tennis Club, said on Friday. Following the invasion, Wimbledon banned Russian and Belarusian players from the tournament, resulting in the men`s ATP Tour and women`s WTA Tour taking away its ranking points. "On behalf of The All England Lawn Tennis Club and the LTA, we wish to express our ongoing support for all those impacted by the conflict in Ukraine. We recognise the fantastic response from the British public to welcome Ukrainian refugees into their homes and communities," Ian Hewitt, Chairman of the All England Club said in a statement. Also Read: Will Rafael Nadal extend lead in GOAT race in Wimbledon? Indian tennis coach Nandal Bal opines To that end, the All England Club has invited all Ukrainian refugees who have settled in the boroughs of Merton and Wandsworth, alongside their sponsor and charity delivery partners, to join us at The Championships for play on Middle Sunday, 3 July," he added. "In addition, the All England Club and the LTA have jointly committed a £250,000 donation on behalf of Wimbledon to the refugee response efforts through the Tennis Plays for Peace initiative and the British Red Cross Ukraine Appeal," he added.

Wimbledon to provide free tickets to Ukrainian refugees

It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine is raging on. Armies of both countries have been indulged in intense fighting. Now, Ukraine is all set to get more US rocket systems.

Ukraine to get more US rocket systems as Russia closes in on Severodonetsk

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv has received EU candidate status but getting a membership is a long process. Ukraine President Zelensky has hailed the decision as historic.

Kyiv crosses the first hurdle of joining the EU as it receives candidate status

The US Senate has passed a new gun control bill. The bill will now be sent back to the House. It is one of the most significant pieces of legislation addressing guns amid the recent rise in gun violence.

Gun control in the US: Senate passes bill on gun safety

Ukraine gets EU candidate status but getting a membership is a long process

Russian gas flow to Europe has dwindled amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and economic sanctions on Russia. With falling supplies, Germany has triggered a gas alarm stage.

Russian gas flow to Europe dwindles: Germany triggers gas alarm stage as supplies fall

Over 20 million tons of grains stuck in Ukraine and Boris Johnson said Britain was willing to help Ukraine export grain again. UK has considered offering insurance to ships to move millions of tons of grain.

UK mulls ways to resume export from Ukraine's ports

Ukraine is all set to enter the European Union after members of the EU parliament gave Kyiv the green light for the bloc's candidacy. Ukraine applied to be a member of the EU days after the Russian invasion in late February.

Ukraine a step closer to EU membership amid Russian invasion?

Russian forces have pounded Ukraine's second largest city Kharkiv and surrounding countryside with rockets killing at least 15 people. Medical workers are searching for more causalities in Debris.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia pounds Kharkiv & Eastern Donbas, Ukrainian soldiers fight back

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, Lithuania has imposed a transit ban to Kaliningrad. In a recent update, Russia told to Lithuania that your citizens will feel the pain.

Moscow fumes over Lithuanian ban: 'Your citizens will feel the pain,' says Russia

It has been more than 100 days since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on. Scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Fight for Severodonetsk in Eastern Ukraine has intensified.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Fight for Severodonetsk in Eastern Ukraine intensifies

This year on February 24, Russia announced an invasion of Ukraine, which Moscow says is a "military operation". The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been described as the biggest attack on a European state since World War II.

This year on February 24, Russia announced an invasion of Ukraine, which Moscow says is a "military operation". The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been described as the biggest attack on a European state since World War II. Amid the Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday (June 21) said that he was "proud" of the action of his soldiers in Ukraine. In a televised remark during a Kremlin meeting with military academy graduates, Putin said, "We are proud that during the special military operation our fighters act with courage, professionalism, like real heroes." In the aftermath of the war, Russia was slapped with multiple economic sanctions by Western countries, leaving Moscow in tatters. Although referring to Western sanctions, Putin said "they will be overcome". He further said that "in the face of new threats and risks, we will further develop and strengthen our armed forces. Putin also promised that the new Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile would be commissioned by the end of the year. "There is no doubt that we will be even stronger," Putin added. This year on April 20, Putin announced the test launch of its nuclear-capable Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). The Sarmat superheavy intercontinental ballistic missile is designed to elude anti-missile defence systems with a short initial boost phase, giving enemy surveillance systems a tiny window to track. Weighing more than 200 tonnes and able to transport multiple warheads, Putin says the missile can hit any target on Earth. Russia warns Lithuania Meanwhile, Russia's security council chief Nikolai Patrushev warned European Union and NATO member Lithuania of "serious" consequences over its decision to ban the rail transit of goods that are subject to EU sanctions between mainland Russia and Kaliningrad, a Russian region wedged between Lithuania and Poland. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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15 people have been killed in Ukraine after Russia strikes the city of Kharkiv. Kyiv says this is part of Moscow's strategy to deflect forces from the Donbas region. Olly Barratt gets you the full story.

Russia-Ukraine crisis: Intense fighting in Luhansk region

Kaliningrad – a Russian region between two European Union nations Poland and Lithuania – has been caught in a row between Russia and Lithuania. How does the row affect the Russian region?

Why is Kaliningrad at center of row between Russia and Lithuania?

Ukraine has inched closer to its European Union dream as the blocks ministers have backed its membership bid ahead of crucial summit in Brussels tomorrow. The European Union ministers supported the decision to grant candidate status to the war-torn nation

Ukraine inches closer to EU dream

Ukraine is inching closer to its European Union dream as the bloc ministers backed its membership bid ahead of the summit in Brussels tomorrow. The European union minister supported the decision to grant candidate status to Ukraine.

EU backs decision to grant candidate status to Ukraine

The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has been a tough experience for everyone in the conflict zones and since the march of the Russian military began on February 24, it has been a story of resistance and resilience for the Ukrainians. However, there are some good stories that comes of the conflict zones and one such incident was tweeted out by Anton Gerashchenko, adviser to Ukraine’s minister of internal affairs. Gerashchenko posted a video showing a Ukrainian couple getting married in military uniform with a number of people cheering them on outside the wedding venue.

&nbsp;“Ukrainian weddings these days. No white dresses and tuxedos but plenty of love and happiness! #StandWithUkraine,” he tweeted along with the video of the married couple.

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The couple was identified by Oleksandra Matviichuk, head of the Center for Civil Liberties (Ukraine), as Kateryna and Vadyam who celebrated their special day in military uniforms in Poltova.

“Do you need good news from Ukraine? Let’s congratulate two amazing Ukrainian defenders Kateryna and Vadym who have just got married in Poltava. This wedding was organized in just a few hours. I wish them many happy years together!” Mattviichuk posted on Twitter.

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The invasion continues in Ukraine as Russian forces captured some territory along a frontline river in eastern Ukraine. According to Reuters, the forces captured Toshkivka, a town on the mostly Ukrainian-held western bank of the Siverskyi Donets river, south of Sievierodonetsk.

The Ukrainian authorities confirmed that Russia have taken parts of Toshkivka but reiterated that they are in control of the region.

The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has been a tough experience for everyone in the conflict zones and since the march of the Russian military began on February 24, it has been a story of resistance and resilience for the Ukrainians.

The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has been a tough experience for everyone in the conflict zones and since the march of the Russian military began on February 24, it has been a story of resistance and resilience for the Ukrainians. However, there are some good stories that comes of the conflict zones and one such incident was tweeted out by Anton Gerashchenko, adviser to Ukraine’s minister of internal affairs. Gerashchenko posted a video showing a Ukrainian couple getting married in military uniform with a number of people cheering them on outside the wedding venue. “Ukrainian weddings these days. No white dresses and tuxedos but plenty of love and happiness! #StandWithUkraine,” he tweeted along with the video of the married couple. Ukrainian weddings these days. No white dresses and tuxedos but plenty of love and happiness! 💛💙 #StandWithUkraine pic.twitter.com/7w4QoSYkEe — Anton Gerashchenko (@Gerashchenko_en) June 19, 2022 × The couple was identified by Oleksandra Matviichuk, head of the Center for Civil Liberties (Ukraine), as Kateryna and Vadyam who celebrated their special day in military uniforms in Poltova. “Do you need good news from Ukraine? Let’s congratulate two amazing Ukrainian defenders Kateryna and Vadym who have just got married in Poltava. This wedding was organized in just a few hours. I wish them many happy years together!” Mattviichuk posted on Twitter. Do you need good news from Ukraine? Let’s congratulate two amazing Ukrainian defenders Kateryna and Vadym who have just got married in Poltava. This wedding was organized in just a few hours. I wish them many happy years together!#StandWithUkraine pic.twitter.com/D6ZAdkOFfF — Oleksandra Matviichuk (@avalaina) June 11, 2022 × The invasion continues in Ukraine as Russian forces captured some territory along a frontline river in eastern Ukraine. According to Reuters, the forces captured Toshkivka, a town on the mostly Ukrainian-held western bank of the Siverskyi Donets river, south of Sievierodonetsk. The Ukrainian authorities confirmed that Russia have taken parts of Toshkivka but reiterated that they are in control of the region.

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Ukraine's southern Kherson region, where Moscow has already introduced the ruble and began distributing Russian passports, is now broadcasting Russian television, as said by the Russian army on Tuesday. It said that the Russian armed forces have “reconfigured the last of the seven television towers in the Kherson region to broadcast Russian television channels” for free.

Bordering the Crimea peninsula, which Russia annexed in 2014, the Kherson region was occupied by Russian forces in the days following the Kremlin's offensive in late February. Tuesday, one of the pro-Moscow officials in the region, Kirill Stremousov, said that the territory could join Russia "before the end of the year."

The city in southern Ukraine, which had 300,000 inhabitants before the war, has been virtually cut off from the outside world since it fell into Russian hands. Residents are subjected to "constant checks at numerous checkpoints" with Russians checking "documents, phones and bags".

On a Moscow-organised visit to Kherson earlier this month, there were only a few soldiers in the centre, but many checkpoints on the outskirts, as reported by AFP. &nbsp;But he said, unlike in other towns and cities in the south, such as the port of Berdyansk, few Russian flags were flying.&nbsp;

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Tetyana said some residents had painted Ukrainian flags in the streets or hung blue and yellow ribbons on tree branches in protest. &nbsp;Russian forces were also struggling to enforce the use of the Russian ruble in Kherson, with people insisting on "paying in (Ukrainian) hryvnia".&nbsp;

Since the takeover, residents of Kherson and other occupied areas say food prices have skyrocketed. After severe shortages of medicine in the region, some critical drugs were once again available but hard to get hold of, she said.

Not everyone in Kherson has given up hope that the Ukrainian army will eventually liberate the town.&nbsp;

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Ukraine's southern Kherson region, where Moscow has already introduced the ruble and began distributing Russian passports, is now broadcasting Russian television, as said by the Russian army on Tuesday.

Ukraine's southern Kherson region, where Moscow has already introduced the ruble and began distributing Russian passports, is now broadcasting Russian television, as said by the Russian army on Tuesday. It said that the Russian armed forces have “reconfigured the last of the seven television towers in the Kherson region to broadcast Russian television channels” for free. Bordering the Crimea peninsula, which Russia annexed in 2014, the Kherson region was occupied by Russian forces in the days following the Kremlin's offensive in late February. Tuesday, one of the pro-Moscow officials in the region, Kirill Stremousov, said that the territory could join Russia "before the end of the year." The city in southern Ukraine, which had 300,000 inhabitants before the war, has been virtually cut off from the outside world since it fell into Russian hands. Residents are subjected to "constant checks at numerous checkpoints" with Russians checking "documents, phones and bags". On a Moscow-organised visit to Kherson earlier this month, there were only a few soldiers in the centre, but many checkpoints on the outskirts, as reported by AFP. But he said, unlike in other towns and cities in the south, such as the port of Berdyansk, few Russian flags were flying. Also Read: Toki, 'modern phoenix' of Japan brought back from extinction Tetyana said some residents had painted Ukrainian flags in the streets or hung blue and yellow ribbons on tree branches in protest. Russian forces were also struggling to enforce the use of the Russian ruble in Kherson, with people insisting on "paying in (Ukrainian) hryvnia". Since the takeover, residents of Kherson and other occupied areas say food prices have skyrocketed. After severe shortages of medicine in the region, some critical drugs were once again available but hard to get hold of, she said. Not everyone in Kherson has given up hope that the Ukrainian army will eventually liberate the town. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russian television starts broadcast in Ukraine’s Kherson

Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov has decided to auction off his Noble Peace Prize medal in order to help children who were affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The journalist, who received the prestigious award in 2021, said that all the proceeds from the auction will go to UNICEF and their efforts in helping the children who were displaced due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Muratov founded Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta and was heavily involved in it before it was shut down due to his criticism of the government. Muratov has already donated the $500,000 cash award that came with the Nobel Prize to charity and his aim “is to give the children refugees a chance for a future.”

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“We want to return their future,” he said in an interview with Associated Press.

“It has to become a beginning of a flash mob as an example to follow so people auction their valuable possessions to help Ukrainians,” Muratov said in a video released by Heritage Auctions.

Muratov was extremely critical of the Russian government after the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and last year, he shared the Nobel Peace Prize with journalist Maria Ressa of the Philippines.

“It’s a very bespoke deal,” said Joshua Benesh, the chief strategy officer for Heritage Auctions. “Not everyone in the world has a Nobel Prize to auction and not every day of the week that there’s a Nobel Prize crossing the auction block.”

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Benesh also said that the ongoing crisis and the noble mission of the auction will generate more interest among the potential buyers and that can increase the value of the medal.

“I think there’s certainly going to be some excitement Monday,” Benesh said according to AP. “It’s such a unique item being sold under unique circumstances ... a significant act of generosity, and such a significant humanitarian crisis.”

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov has decided to auction off his Noble Peace Prize medal in order to help children who were affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.

Russian journalist Dmitry Muratov has decided to auction off his Noble Peace Prize medal in order to help children who were affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The journalist, who received the prestigious award in 2021, said that all the proceeds from the auction will go to UNICEF and their efforts in helping the children who were displaced due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Muratov founded Russian newspaper Novaya Gazeta and was heavily involved in it before it was shut down due to his criticism of the government. Muratov has already donated the $500,000 cash award that came with the Nobel Prize to charity and his aim “is to give the children refugees a chance for a future.” Also read | In legislative polls, French President Macron loses majority in parliament “We want to return their future,” he said in an interview with Associated Press. “It has to become a beginning of a flash mob as an example to follow so people auction their valuable possessions to help Ukrainians,” Muratov said in a video released by Heritage Auctions. Muratov was extremely critical of the Russian government after the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and last year, he shared the Nobel Peace Prize with journalist Maria Ressa of the Philippines. “It’s a very bespoke deal,” said Joshua Benesh, the chief strategy officer for Heritage Auctions. “Not everyone in the world has a Nobel Prize to auction and not every day of the week that there’s a Nobel Prize crossing the auction block.” Also read | Japan: In major blow to LGBTQ rights, court rules same-sex marriage ban is not unconstitutional Benesh also said that the ongoing crisis and the noble mission of the auction will generate more interest among the potential buyers and that can increase the value of the medal. “I think there’s certainly going to be some excitement Monday,” Benesh said according to AP. “It’s such a unique item being sold under unique circumstances ... a significant act of generosity, and such a significant humanitarian crisis.” (With inputs from agencies)

Russian journalist to sell Nobel Peace Prize medal to support Ukrainian children

Ukrainians are fleeing Donbas as fighting intensifies between Russia and Ukraine. This comes at a time when the world is marking refugee day today.

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Violence escalated in East Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion. While Kyiv awaits the EU's membership decision, Zelensky said that Russia is looking to intensify attacks on Ukraine.

As Kyiv awaits the EU's membership decision, Zelensky says Russia to intensify attacks on Ukraine

It has been more than 100 days 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, Ukraine President Zelensky awards troop members.

Ukraine President Zelensky awards troop members amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

Russian media outlets broadcast images and videos of what they said were two US citizens captured while fighting for Ukraine. Video shows US nationals saying 'I am against War'.

Russian media releases videos of two US nationals captured by Russian forces

Hollywood actor Ben Stiller has partnered up with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in order to extend support to those fleeing Ukraine while Russia`s military operation in the country continues.

According to Deadline, in a dual post with the UN Refugees Instagram page, a picture was shared showing Stiller talking with UNHCR staff in Poland. In his caption, the actor mentioned how he`s learning, sharing stories, and offering support to those in need.

He said, "I`m here to learn, to share stories that illustrate the human impact of war and to amplify calls for solidarity. I hope you`ll follow along and share your own messages of support, for people who have fled their homes in Ukraine and for people who have been forced to flee all over the world. Everyone has the right to seek safety. Whoever, wherever, whenever."

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As per Deadline, Stiller is now part of the list of celebs including Sean Penn, Angelina Jolie, and Mila Kunis, who have extended their help to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

Hollywood actor Ben Stiller has partnered up with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in order to extend support to those fleeing Ukraine while Russia`s military operation in the country continues.

Hollywood actor Ben Stiller has partnered up with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees in order to extend support to those fleeing Ukraine while Russia`s military operation in the country continues. According to Deadline, in a dual post with the UN Refugees Instagram page, a picture was shared showing Stiller talking with UNHCR staff in Poland. In his caption, the actor mentioned how he`s learning, sharing stories, and offering support to those in need. He said, "I`m here to learn, to share stories that illustrate the human impact of war and to amplify calls for solidarity. I hope you`ll follow along and share your own messages of support, for people who have fled their homes in Ukraine and for people who have been forced to flee all over the world. Everyone has the right to seek safety. Whoever, wherever, whenever." Also read: It's a wrap for Priyanka Chopra starrer series 'Citadel' co-starring Richard Madden As per Deadline, Stiller is now part of the list of celebs including Sean Penn, Angelina Jolie, and Mila Kunis, who have extended their help to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

Ben Stiller partners with UN to extend support for those fleeing Ukraine

NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg warned that the Russia-Ukraine war could last “for years”, and asked member countries to increase support, financially and militarily to Kyiv.

NATO chief warns Russia-Ukraine war might last long

After coming back from Kyiv, UK PM Boris Johnson pledged his support to Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion. He said that Putin's win would be 'catastrophic'.

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Our top focus in this edition is the Russia Ukraine war. The Russian assault in Ukraine, its initial goal was to capture the capital city Kyiv, during the invasion's early days Russian forces occupied where many families were settled, but who were the most affected?

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