Sri Lanka is battling its worst economic crisis in decades. The new PM and his administration is working towards pulling it back from Bankruptcy.

Pulling Sri Lanka back from Bankruptcy: Sri Lanka needs $6 billion to keep afloat

Ukraine said it needs continuous military support and not a one-off aid amid ongoing battle. The US, Nordic countries & others pledged military support to Ukraine. The US, the UK, Canada are the other countries that have pledged military aid to Ukraine.

Weapons to Ukraine: US, France, Germany - Who's helping and with how much

Britain is supplying multiple launch rocket systems to Ukraine. UK is supplying M270 rocket launches which are capable of hitting targets which are 80 kilometers away. The UK defense secretary also says that Ukrainian troops will be trained to use the new launches.

M270 Rocket Launches | UK: Support for Kyiv changes as Russia's tactic evolves

It has been several days since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been going on and scores of civilians have lost their lives. Now, Russia is launching an all-out assault on Severodonetsk. Whereas, the pivotal battle for Donbas rages on.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Pivotal battle for Donbas rages on

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<p>A Russian state media journalist, on Sunday (June 5), claimed that a Russian general was killed in eastern Ukraine. News agency Reuters confirmed the news citing a report published on the Telegram messaging app by state television reporter Alexander Sladkov.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to reports, Major-General Roman Kutuzov was killed. However, there was no immediate comment from the Russian defence ministry or any other official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Major-General Roman Kutuzov was reportedly the chief of staff of the 29th Combined Arms Army. According to a source-based report, Kutuzov's vehicle was ambushed by Ukrainians as he died in a fight in Donbas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kutuzov is the 11th general, but the first such high ranking army officer in more than a month. In addition, at least 49 colonels have been killed in the war with Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia already classifies military deaths as state secrets even in times of peace and has not updated its official casualty figures in Ukraine since March 25, when it said that 1,351 Russian soldiers had been killed since the start of its military campaign on February 24.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russia says it is carrying out "special military operation" designed to demilitarise Ukraine and rid it of nationalists threatening the Russian-speaking population. Ukraine and Western countries dismiss Russia's claims as a pretext to invade.</p>

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<p>Wales beat Ukraine 1-0 in the European World Cup qualifying playoff in Cardiff on Sunday to qualify for the World Cup finals for the first time in 64 years. Wales, whose only previous finals appearance was in Sweden in 1958, will join England, Iran and the United States in Group B at the World Cup which kicks off in Qatar on Nov. 21.</p>

<p><strong>'Wales boss Page hails "world-class" Hennessey'</strong></p>

<p>Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey was hailed as "world class" after his outstanding display, with nine saves, ensured a 1-0 victory over Ukraine in Sunday`s playoff and a place in the World Cup finals. Hennessey was chosen by interim manager Rob Page for the qualification decider having stepped in for first choice Danny Ward when he was injured for the playoff semi-final win against Austria. The 35-year-old has spent this past Premier League season as back-up keeper at Burnley but despite his lack of first-team action he delivered a match-winning performance.</p>

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<p>"He was magnificent, world class," said Page, "I pulled Wardy (for a chat) and showed him that respect that I was starting Wayne, it was purely because he played in the semi-final and didn’t let us down so it would have been harsh to drop him. I thought he went to another level tonight," he added. Hennessey`s alertness kept Wales in the game a difficult opening half hour when he made three crucial saves and late in the game he produced the best save of all with a one-handed palm to keep out a header from Artem Dovbyk. The former Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton Wanderers keeper, who was making his 102nd appearance for his country, said he had saved his best performance for Wales for the most important match.</p>

<p>"That`s the best game I`ve had in a Welsh shirt, I`m buzzing," he said. "It`s incredible. Everyone on the pitch tonight was amazing, and even those who didn`t make it on. "We`re a small nation, and it`s great to take everyone to a World Cup," he added.</p>


Wales beat Ukraine 1-0 in the European World Cup qualifying playoff in Cardiff on Sunday to qualify for the World Cup finals for the first time in 64 years. Wales, whose only previous finals appearance was in Sweden in 1958, will join England, Iran and the United States in Group B at the World Cup which kicks off in Qatar on Nov.

Wales beat Ukraine 1-0 in the European World Cup qualifying playoff in Cardiff on Sunday to qualify for the World Cup finals for the first time in 64 years. Wales, whose only previous finals appearance was in Sweden in 1958, will join England, Iran and the United States in Group B at the World Cup which kicks off in Qatar on Nov. 21. 'Wales boss Page hails "world-class" Hennessey' Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey was hailed as "world class" after his outstanding display, with nine saves, ensured a 1-0 victory over Ukraine in Sunday`s playoff and a place in the World Cup finals. Hennessey was chosen by interim manager Rob Page for the qualification decider having stepped in for first choice Danny Ward when he was injured for the playoff semi-final win against Austria. The 35-year-old has spent this past Premier League season as back-up keeper at Burnley but despite his lack of first-team action he delivered a match-winning performance. ALSO READ | Dominik Szoboszlai's penalty earns Hungary first win over England in 60 years "He was magnificent, world class," said Page, "I pulled Wardy (for a chat) and showed him that respect that I was starting Wayne, it was purely because he played in the semi-final and didn’t let us down so it would have been harsh to drop him. I thought he went to another level tonight," he added. Hennessey`s alertness kept Wales in the game a difficult opening half hour when he made three crucial saves and late in the game he produced the best save of all with a one-handed palm to keep out a header from Artem Dovbyk. The former Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton Wanderers keeper, who was making his 102nd appearance for his country, said he had saved his best performance for Wales for the most important match. "That`s the best game I`ve had in a Welsh shirt, I`m buzzing," he said. "It`s incredible. Everyone on the pitch tonight was amazing, and even those who didn`t make it on. "We`re a small nation, and it`s great to take everyone to a World Cup," he added.

Gareth Bale-led Wales beat Ukraine 1-0, qualify for 2022 World Cup

Putin has threatened to hit new targets even after Russia targeted Kyiv for the first time in weeks. Putin has warned against the West sending long-range weapons to Ukraine.

Putin threatens to hit 'new targets' if the West sends long-range weapons to Ukraine

<p>In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday. This rocket system can strike targets, which are up to 80 km away, media reports said. As Russia's tactics has evolved, the Britain's support for Ukraine is also changing, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said, while talking about the announcement of the proposed shipment of the M270 multiple-launch systems to Ukraine.&nbsp;In a statement, Wallace said, "These highly capable multiple-launch rocket systems will enable our Ukrainian friends to better protect themselves against the brutal use of long-range artillery, which (Russian President Vladimir) Putin's forces have used indiscriminately to flatten cities." &nbsp;</p>

<p>Not just this, Britain will also train Ukrainian troops on how to use the new launchers in the UK, the government further said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday (June 5) vowed to strike harder if longer-range missiles were supplied to Ukraine.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Slamming the West for "prolonging the conflict," Putin boasted that Russian anti-aircraft forces have shot down dozens of Ukrainian weapons and are "cracking them like nuts." Putin was quoted as saying in an excerpt of an interview with Rossiya-1 state television channel that if the United States started supplying Ukraine with longer-range missiles, "we will strike at those targets which we have not yet been hitting." &nbsp;</p>

<p>"We understand that this supply (of advance rocket systems) from the United States and some other countries is meant to make up for the losses of this military equipment," Putin said.&nbsp;"This is nothing new. It doesn't change anything in essence," he added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>To strike troops and weapons stockpiles at the Russian forces' rear, Ukraine has been seeking Multiple Rocket Launch Systems (MLRS) such as the M270 and M142 HIMARS, which is a mobile unit that can simultaneously launch multiple precision-guided missiles up to 80 kilometres (50 miles) away. &nbsp;</p>

<p>After receiving assurances from Kyiv that it would not use them to hit targets inside Russia, US President Joe Biden announced plans this week to give Ukraine precision HIMARS rocket systems. &nbsp;</p>

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In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday.

In continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion, Britain is going to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Kyiv, UK government officials said on Monday. This rocket system can strike targets, which are up to 80 km away, media reports said. As Russia's tactics has evolved, the Britain's support for Ukraine is also changing, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said, while talking about the announcement of the proposed shipment of the M270 multiple-launch systems to Ukraine. In a statement, Wallace said, "These highly capable multiple-launch rocket systems will enable our Ukrainian friends to better protect themselves against the brutal use of long-range artillery, which (Russian President Vladimir) Putin's forces have used indiscriminately to flatten cities." Not just this, Britain will also train Ukrainian troops on how to use the new launchers in the UK, the government further said. Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday (June 5) vowed to strike harder if longer-range missiles were supplied to Ukraine. Also Read: Russia 'destroyed tanks' supplied by eastern European countries in Kyiv Slamming the West for "prolonging the conflict," Putin boasted that Russian anti-aircraft forces have shot down dozens of Ukrainian weapons and are "cracking them like nuts." Putin was quoted as saying in an excerpt of an interview with Rossiya-1 state television channel that if the United States started supplying Ukraine with longer-range missiles, "we will strike at those targets which we have not yet been hitting." "We understand that this supply (of advance rocket systems) from the United States and some other countries is meant to make up for the losses of this military equipment," Putin said. "This is nothing new. It doesn't change anything in essence," he added. Watch: Ukraine-Russia war: 'Kyiv's military plane shot down,' says Russia × To strike troops and weapons stockpiles at the Russian forces' rear, Ukraine has been seeking Multiple Rocket Launch Systems (MLRS) such as the M270 and M142 HIMARS, which is a mobile unit that can simultaneously launch multiple precision-guided missiles up to 80 kilometres (50 miles) away. After receiving assurances from Kyiv that it would not use them to hit targets inside Russia, US President Joe Biden announced plans this week to give Ukraine precision HIMARS rocket systems. Watch WION's live TV here: (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

After US, now Britain to send multiple-launch rocket systems to Ukraine

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the world is reeling under a global food security crisis. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin said West's poor policies are root cause of food crisis.

Russian President Putin blames the West for food crisis

In a recent update on Russia-Ukraine conflict, Ukraine said they are losing 60 to 100 soldiers everyday. However, Ukraine continues to hold its position. For more perspective on this, we're joined by James Schwemlein; Strategic Analyst from Washington DC.

Ukraine-Russia war: 'Kyiv's military plane shot down,' says Russia

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on for more than 100 days now, 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, Zelensky lashes out at Putin as the fight for Severodonetsk intensifies.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Zelensky lashes out at Putin as the fight for Severodonetsk intensifies

<p>The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has already been going on for more than 100 days and with both sides engaged in intense warfare, no end seems to be in sight. However, Ukraine’s defence minister Oleksiy Reznikov believes that it is “possible” that the war with Russia will be over by the end of 2022. During his address at an international security forum, Reznikov said that it is possible that the war can get over in less than a year considering the amount of support Ukraine receives from the rest of the world. He also sounded a dire warning for other countries if Russia is not stopped.</p>

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<p>"Russia continues to make efforts to occupy our entire state. It is currently impossible to predict when the war will end, but my optimistic predictions are that it will be possible to do it this year," he said in his address according to a report on Sky News.</p>

<p>"Next will be Poland, the Baltic countries, Slovakia, and others. That is why we must stop Russia and restrain (them) in the future," he added while speaking about the dangers of the ongoing war.</p>

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<p>The southeastern areas of Donetsk and Luhansk continue to the focus of the Russian military as Ukraine announced that they have successfully recaptured some parts of Severodonetsk.</p>

<p>Serhiy Haidai, governor of Luhansk province, said on Saturday that 30 per cent of the city was already under Ukraine’s control and thanks to the latest counter-attack against the Russian forces, they have now recaptured another 20 per cent.</p>


The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has already been going on for more than 100 days and with both sides engaged in intense warfare, no end seems to be in sight.

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has already been going on for more than 100 days and with both sides engaged in intense warfare, no end seems to be in sight. However, Ukraine’s defence minister Oleksiy Reznikov believes that it is “possible” that the war with Russia will be over by the end of 2022. During his address at an international security forum, Reznikov said that it is possible that the war can get over in less than a year considering the amount of support Ukraine receives from the rest of the world. He also sounded a dire warning for other countries if Russia is not stopped. Also read | North Korea test-fires ballistic missile after US, South Korea stage drills "Russia continues to make efforts to occupy our entire state. It is currently impossible to predict when the war will end, but my optimistic predictions are that it will be possible to do it this year," he said in his address according to a report on Sky News. "Next will be Poland, the Baltic countries, Slovakia, and others. That is why we must stop Russia and restrain (them) in the future," he added while speaking about the dangers of the ongoing war. Also read | Bidens evacuated from beach house after plane violates airspace The southeastern areas of Donetsk and Luhansk continue to the focus of the Russian military as Ukraine announced that they have successfully recaptured some parts of Severodonetsk. Serhiy Haidai, governor of Luhansk province, said on Saturday that 30 per cent of the city was already under Ukraine’s control and thanks to the latest counter-attack against the Russian forces, they have now recaptured another 20 per cent.

Ukraine's defence minister 'optimistic' that war with Russia could end this year

Is Emmanuel Macron shifting his stance? Recently, French President Macron said, Russia must not be humiliated and now his remarks drew criticism.

Row over Macron's remark: Ukraine fumes over 'Don't humiliate Russia' remark

Kyiv's Mayor said at least one person injured after the explosion in Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the West and said Russia will strike new targets.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Explosions rock Ukraine's capital Kyiv

<p>Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career. It was a dominant performance from the Polish world number one, who demolished 18-year-old Gauff in straight sets to clinch the prestigious title at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris.</p>

<p>Swiatek wrapped up the game inside just 68 minutes to register an emphatic 6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff and extend her unbeaten run to a whopping 35 matches. The Polish star has now equalled Venus Williams' record for the longest winning run in women's tennis in the 21st century. She stands just one win away from surpassing Williams.</p>

<p>Following her incredible performance in the final, Swiatek won the hearts of the fans present at the Court Philippe Chatrier as she sent a strong message for Ukraine in her title-winning speech. The world no.1 urged Ukraine to stay strong amid the ongoing invasion of Russia and was applauded by fans present at the venue.</p>

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<p>She also received a standing ovation from the supporters after her words on Ukraine. "I wanted to say something to Ukraine, to stay strong, because the war is still there," said Swiatek during her title-winning speech.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Since I made my speech in Doha (after winning the tournament in February) it had started and I was hoping when I do the next tournament speech the situation will be better but I will still have hope," she added. Swiatek sported a ribbon with the Ukraine flag on her cap throughout the French Open this year.</p>

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<p>Earlier this year, Swiatek had expressed her solidarity with the people of Ukraine after winning the Qatar Open title in Doha. She revealed watching pictures of the war from Ukraine had left her emotional and she couldn't imagine people suffering in the country next to her.</p>

<p>"I want to show my support to all the people who are suffering in Ukraine. Seeing those images is really emotional for me. I wouldn't even imagine stuff happening like that in the country next to me," Swiatek had said after winning her fourth career title in Doha.<br />
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Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career.

Iga Swiatek continued her flawless run at the French Open 2022 on Saturday (May 04) as she defeated Coco Gauff in the final to be crowned as the Roland Garo champion for the second time in her career. It was a dominant performance from the Polish world number one, who demolished 18-year-old Gauff in straight sets to clinch the prestigious title at the Court Philippe Chatrier in Paris. Swiatek wrapped up the game inside just 68 minutes to register an emphatic 6-1, 6-3 win over Gauff and extend her unbeaten run to a whopping 35 matches. The Polish star has now equalled Venus Williams' record for the longest winning run in women's tennis in the 21st century. She stands just one win away from surpassing Williams. Following her incredible performance in the final, Swiatek won the hearts of the fans present at the Court Philippe Chatrier as she sent a strong message for Ukraine in her title-winning speech. The world no.1 urged Ukraine to stay strong amid the ongoing invasion of Russia and was applauded by fans present at the venue. Also Read: World no.1 Iga Swiatek demolishes Coco Gauff in straight sets to win second French Open title She also received a standing ovation from the supporters after her words on Ukraine. "I wanted to say something to Ukraine, to stay strong, because the war is still there," said Swiatek during her title-winning speech. "Since I made my speech in Doha (after winning the tournament in February) it had started and I was hoping when I do the next tournament speech the situation will be better but I will still have hope," she added. Swiatek sported a ribbon with the Ukraine flag on her cap throughout the French Open this year. It's your moment, @iga_swiatek #RolandGarros | pic.twitter.com/NwHIYnGK2L — Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 4, 2022 × Also Read: Naomi Osaka in Wimbledon entry list, Roger Federer and Williams sisters absent Earlier this year, Swiatek had expressed her solidarity with the people of Ukraine after winning the Qatar Open title in Doha. She revealed watching pictures of the war from Ukraine had left her emotional and she couldn't imagine people suffering in the country next to her. "I want to show my support to all the people who are suffering in Ukraine. Seeing those images is really emotional for me. I wouldn't even imagine stuff happening like that in the country next to me," Swiatek had said after winning her fourth career title in Doha.

WATCH: Iga Swiatek receives standing ovation for 'Stay strong Ukraine' message after French Open win

Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, NATO nations are holding exercise in Baltic sea. The move is expected to anger Russia.

NATO holds exercise in the Baltic sea: Move expected to anger Russia

It is day 100 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 ,global food & fuel crisis is worsening.

100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: Global food & fuel crisis worsen

A hundred days after the Russia-Ukraine war started, there are hundreds of ordinary citizens who have been fighting that war in Ukraine and among them are the country's unsung LGBTQ soldiers.

Meet Ukraine's 'Rainbow' soldiers: LGBTQ soldiers wear unicorn motifs to 'accept identity'

Russian invasion of Ukraine has completed 100 days, 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, Moscow is focused on seizing east Ukraine.

Ukraine war completes 100 days: Moscow focused on seizing east Ukraine

After 100 days of relentless fighting, who is winning the war in Ukraine? What are Vladimir Putin's options going forward? What has been the human cost of this war? Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you.

Gravitas: 100 days of Ukraine war: Who is winning?

As the war in Ukraine continues, China is escalating the threat of an invasion in Taiwan. The PLA has ramped-up drills. The top brass of the PLA could be reshuffled. A Commander "familiar with battle plans against Taiwan" could be promoted. Palki Sharma Upadhyay tells you more.

Gravitas: China escalates threat of Taiwan invasion

<p>Ukraine's Ambassador to Turkiye&nbsp;Vasyl Bodnar on Friday alleged that Russia was stealing Ukrainian grain and sending it abroad including to Turkey.</p>

<p>"Russia shamelessly steals Ukrainian grain and sends it overseas from Crimea, including to Turkey," said Ambassador Bodnar. He was quoted by AFP.</p>

<p>"We have asked for Turkey's help to resolve the issue," he added in a message on Twitter.</p>

<p>Ukraine has been a major exporter of wheat and sunflower oil. However, Russian invasion of the country has disrupted the export leading many to predict a global food crisis. Russian invasion started on February 24. The conflict has completed 100 days.</p>

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<p>Turkiye&nbsp;has been doing a careful balancing act between Ukraine and Russia, it has cordial ties with both countries.</p>

<p>NATO member Turkiye&nbsp;has delivered combat drones to Ukraine and sought to act as mediator in the conflict, but has refrained from slapping sanctions on Russia on which it relies for grain and energy.</p>

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<p>At the request of United Nations, Turkiye&nbsp;has offered to to help secure maritime corridors for the export of Ukrainian grain.</p>

<p>Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is due to visit Turkiye&nbsp;on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Food prices have soared since the war began, with countries in Africa and the Middle East particularly at risk since grain cannot be delivered because of the Russian navy blockade of Ukrainian ports in the Black Sea.</p>

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Ukraine's Ambassador to Turkiye Vasyl Bodnar on Friday alleged that Russia was stealing Ukrainian grain and sending it abroad including to Turkey. "Russia shamelessly steals Ukrainian grain and sends it overseas from Crimea, including to Turkey," said Ambassador Bodnar.

Ukraine's Ambassador to Turkiye Vasyl Bodnar on Friday alleged that Russia was stealing Ukrainian grain and sending it abroad including to Turkey. "Russia shamelessly steals Ukrainian grain and sends it overseas from Crimea, including to Turkey," said Ambassador Bodnar. He was quoted by AFP. "We have asked for Turkey's help to resolve the issue," he added in a message on Twitter. Ukraine has been a major exporter of wheat and sunflower oil. However, Russian invasion of the country has disrupted the export leading many to predict a global food crisis. Russian invasion started on February 24. The conflict has completed 100 days. Watch | 100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: No end in sight × Turkiye has been doing a careful balancing act between Ukraine and Russia, it has cordial ties with both countries. NATO member Turkiye has delivered combat drones to Ukraine and sought to act as mediator in the conflict, but has refrained from slapping sanctions on Russia on which it relies for grain and energy. Also Read | 'Victory will be ours,' says Ukraine President Zelensky on 100th day of fight with Russia At the request of United Nations, Turkiye has offered to to help secure maritime corridors for the export of Ukrainian grain. Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is due to visit Turkiye on Wednesday. Also Read | Ukraine war: EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions Food prices have soared since the war began, with countries in Africa and the Middle East particularly at risk since grain cannot be delivered because of the Russian navy blockade of Ukrainian ports in the Black Sea. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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It is day 100 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, global food & fuel crisis is worsening.

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<p>Ukraine jacked up its main interest rate to a seven-year-high of 25% from 10% on Thursday, tightening policy for the first time since the Russian invasion to tackle double-digit inflation and protect the hryvnia as some business activity returns.</p>

<p>The Feb. 24 invasion has devastated the economy, which could shrink by at least a third this year as the war has forced 40% of businesses to close, destroyed infrastructure, blocked shipping routes and reduced whole towns to rubble.</p>

<p>Speaking at a briefing, Central Bank Governor Kyrylo Shevchenko called for talks with the International Monetary Fund on a new aid programme.</p>

<p>The rate increase was criticised by an adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's office, who said the rate was too high and dangerous to the economy during wartime. It was not clear whether he was speaking in a personal capacity.</p>

<p>The prime minister's office and the finance ministry declined immediate comment.</p>

<p>The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) had frozen its main rate 10% at the start of the invasion, but last week it signalled it could resume regular monetary policy reviews as business activity partially recovered in safer parts of the country.</p>

<p>It is betting that a sharp rate hike will also nudge the government to raise the yield on domestic bonds, making hryvnia assets more attractive and preventing household incomes and savings from being eroded by inflation.</p>

<p>The central bank has fixed the hryvnia exchange rate, which has forced it to sell billions of dollars in forex reserves since the start of the invasion. It aims to let the currency float freely eventually once conditions allow.</p>

<p>"The NBU expects that a significant rise in the key policy rate, to 25%, will be sufficient to ease pressures on the FX market and stabilize inflation expectations, which in the future will lay the foundations for a monetary policy easing cycle," it said.</p>

<p>"If yields on hryvnia assets do not rise sufficiently, international reserves will keep depleting rapidly and imbalances will build up in the economy," it said.</p>

<p>Inflation was already in double digits before the conflict began and climbed further to around 17% in May from 16.4% in April, according to NBU estimates.</p>

<p>The central bank said inflation could double in 2022 from 10% in 2021, pushed up by rising global prices and the damage of the war on domestic production and supply chains.</p>

<p>"A decisive rise in the key policy rate will spur investors’ interest in hryvnia assets, while also easing pressures on international reserves and reining in inflation," the NBU said.</p>

<p>The number of small businesses that had suspended operations in April fell to 26% from 73% in March, according to a survey by the European Business Association, the union of businesses operating in Ukraine.</p>

<p>Thursday's move takes the main interest rate to its highest level since 2015, when Ukraine's economy was reeling from Russia's annexation of Crimea and the outbreak of war between Ukrainian troops and Russian-backed forces in eastern Ukraine.</p>

<p>"The NBU raised the rate to 25%. That's too much. Abrupt movements during the war, when the economy is in a fragile state - are dangerous," presidential adviser Tymofiy Mylovanov wrote on Facebook.</p>

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Ukraine jacked up its main interest rate to a seven-year-high of 25% from 10% on Thursday, tightening policy for the first time since the Russian invasion to tackle double-digit inflation and protect the hryvnia as some business activity returns.

Ukraine jacked up its main interest rate to a seven-year-high of 25% from 10% on Thursday, tightening policy for the first time since the Russian invasion to tackle double-digit inflation and protect the hryvnia as some business activity returns. The Feb. 24 invasion has devastated the economy, which could shrink by at least a third this year as the war has forced 40% of businesses to close, destroyed infrastructure, blocked shipping routes and reduced whole towns to rubble. Speaking at a briefing, Central Bank Governor Kyrylo Shevchenko called for talks with the International Monetary Fund on a new aid programme. The rate increase was criticised by an adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's office, who said the rate was too high and dangerous to the economy during wartime. It was not clear whether he was speaking in a personal capacity. The prime minister's office and the finance ministry declined immediate comment. The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) had frozen its main rate 10% at the start of the invasion, but last week it signalled it could resume regular monetary policy reviews as business activity partially recovered in safer parts of the country. It is betting that a sharp rate hike will also nudge the government to raise the yield on domestic bonds, making hryvnia assets more attractive and preventing household incomes and savings from being eroded by inflation. The central bank has fixed the hryvnia exchange rate, which has forced it to sell billions of dollars in forex reserves since the start of the invasion. It aims to let the currency float freely eventually once conditions allow. "The NBU expects that a significant rise in the key policy rate, to 25%, will be sufficient to ease pressures on the FX market and stabilize inflation expectations, which in the future will lay the foundations for a monetary policy easing cycle," it said. "If yields on hryvnia assets do not rise sufficiently, international reserves will keep depleting rapidly and imbalances will build up in the economy," it said. Inflation was already in double digits before the conflict began and climbed further to around 17% in May from 16.4% in April, according to NBU estimates. The central bank said inflation could double in 2022 from 10% in 2021, pushed up by rising global prices and the damage of the war on domestic production and supply chains. "A decisive rise in the key policy rate will spur investors’ interest in hryvnia assets, while also easing pressures on international reserves and reining in inflation," the NBU said. The number of small businesses that had suspended operations in April fell to 26% from 73% in March, according to a survey by the European Business Association, the union of businesses operating in Ukraine. Thursday's move takes the main interest rate to its highest level since 2015, when Ukraine's economy was reeling from Russia's annexation of Crimea and the outbreak of war between Ukrainian troops and Russian-backed forces in eastern Ukraine. "The NBU raised the rate to 25%. That's too much. Abrupt movements during the war, when the economy is in a fragile state - are dangerous," presidential adviser Tymofiy Mylovanov wrote on Facebook. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Ukraine jacks up key rate to 25% in first hike since Russian invasion

Russian invasion of Ukraine has completed 100 days, 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.

100 days of Ukraine war: How the conflict developed?

<p>Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region.</p>

<p>Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24. Thousands of people have been killed and millions have been displaced till now in Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Victory will be ours," Zelensky said in a video address similar to one he posted at the onset of the war outside government buildings in Kyiv.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | 100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: Global food &amp; fuel crisis worsen</strong></p>

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<p>Russia's advance has been slowed by a fierce Ukrainian resistance which repelled them from around the capital and forced Moscow to shift its aims towards capturing the east.</p>

<p>In spite of Russia's slow advance, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Pescov said, "certain results have been achieved". He pointed at "liberation" &nbsp;of some areas from what he called the "pro-Nazi armed forces of Ukraine".</p>

<p>Western countries including the US have continued sending potent weapons to Ukraine. They have also imposed stringent sanctions on Russia. The European Union on Friday, formally adopted a ban on most Russian oil imports.</p>

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<p>Putin's alleged girlfriend, former gymnast Alina Kabaeva, was also added to an assets freeze and visa-ban blacklist, along with Russian army personnel suspected of war crimes.</p>

<p>Amid the unfolding situation, the United Nations has said that it is leading intense negotiations with Russia to allow Ukranian grain to leave country's ports in order to avoid food crisis.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region.

Friday, June 3, was the 100th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marked the day by vowing victory in the conflict. His confident assertion came even as Russian forces pounded eastern Donbas region. Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24. Thousands of people have been killed and millions have been displaced till now in Ukraine conflict. "Victory will be ours," Zelensky said in a video address similar to one he posted at the onset of the war outside government buildings in Kyiv. Watch | 100 days of the Russia-Ukraine war: Global food & fuel crisis worsen × Russia's advance has been slowed by a fierce Ukrainian resistance which repelled them from around the capital and forced Moscow to shift its aims towards capturing the east. In spite of Russia's slow advance, Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Pescov said, "certain results have been achieved". He pointed at "liberation" of some areas from what he called the "pro-Nazi armed forces of Ukraine". Western countries including the US have continued sending potent weapons to Ukraine. They have also imposed stringent sanctions on Russia. The European Union on Friday, formally adopted a ban on most Russian oil imports. Also Read | Ukraine war: EU bans most Russian oil, targets Putin's alleged girlfriend with sanctions Putin's alleged girlfriend, former gymnast Alina Kabaeva, was also added to an assets freeze and visa-ban blacklist, along with Russian army personnel suspected of war crimes. Amid the unfolding situation, the United Nations has said that it is leading intense negotiations with Russia to allow Ukranian grain to leave country's ports in order to avoid food crisis. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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