German chancellor Olaf Scholz has been facing heavy criticism over his repeated delays in sending heavy weapons such as tanks to Ukraine. This move could cause trouble for the government after the opposition said that it would force a parliamentary vote on the matter.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: German Chancellor faces criticism for Ukraine stance

It has been several weeks 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, Missile strike kills eight in Odessa.

Zelensky: 8 Killed in Odessa shelling amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine

It has been several weeks 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, the US Secretaries are going to visit Kyiv today.

US Secretaries to visit Kyiv today: Zelensky seeks heavy weapons from US

It has been several weeks 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, Kharkiv says Over 700 killed since invasion started.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Kharkiv says Over 700 killed since invasion started

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has now entered its third month with Moscow continuing to intensify its military offensive. There seems to be no end to the conflict anytime soon and in a renewed effort to diffuse the conflict Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for fresh talks with Russia

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Ukrainian President calls for fresh talks with Russia to diffuse the conflict

Mariupol has been reduced to a small garrison in a steel plant and the death toll is unknown. Data suggests 45% of Mariupol's built-up area was damaged and hundreds of thousands are still trapped in Mariupol. For more perspective on this, we're joined by Fred Weir - Russian Affairs Expert

Ukraine-Russia conflict: Ukraine reels under Russian attacks, eastern cities turn into ruins

France announced that it will be sending heavy artillery to Ukraine as it continues to fight off Russian offensive. French President Emmanuel Macron said that the country is now delivering some significant equipment from Milan which includes anti-tank missiles to caesar self propelled howitzers

Russia-Ukraine conflict: France sends heavy artillery to Ukraine to help boost their defence

Russia has successfully test-fired its latest nuclear-capable Sarmat missile system. This comes at a time when the US is warning against the use of Nukes amid the Ukraine war.

Moscow's new 'Super Weapon' ready: The US warns against use of Nukes

Russian missile strike on Ukraine's port city of Odesa killed at least five people and injured 18 on Saturday (April 23), said Andriy Yermak, Ukraine president's chief of staff. He made an online post.

Two missiles struck a military facility and two residential buildings in Odesa, said Ukraine's southern air command.

Smoke billowed from one of the residential buildings struck as emergency services could be seen rushing to the scene. One woman who appeared to have some facial injuries was speaking to local media.

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Reuters said that the death toll has not been independently verified.

The last big strike on or near Odesa was in early April.

"The only aim of Russian missile strikes on Odesa is terror," Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba wrote on Twitter.

Meanwhile, the Russian defence ministry said on Saturday that the missile strike was carried out on a depot containing weapons delivered by the US and European countries.

"Russian armed forces today disabled with high-precision and long-range missiles a logistics terminal at the military airfield near Odessa where a large batch of foreign weapons delivered by the United States and European countries were stored," it said in a statement.

On Saturday, Russia also resumed attack on Mariupol, another of Russia's port city in the South. Last resistance pocket of Ukrainian soldiers is in the Azovstal steel plant in the city. About 1000 Ukrainian citizens are also holed-up inside the factory. Russia has already declared that Mariupol is under its control.

On Friday, Russian defence ministry said that remaining Ukrainian fighters had been&nbsp;"securely blockaded" at the steel plant

Control of Mariupol is important to Russia to link Donbas region to Russia-controlled Crimea.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian missile strike on Ukraine's port city of Odesa killed at least five people and injured 18 on Saturday (April 23), said Andriy Yermak, Ukraine president's chief of staff.

Russian missile strike on Ukraine's port city of Odesa killed at least five people and injured 18 on Saturday (April 23), said Andriy Yermak, Ukraine president's chief of staff. He made an online post. Two missiles struck a military facility and two residential buildings in Odesa, said Ukraine's southern air command. Smoke billowed from one of the residential buildings struck as emergency services could be seen rushing to the scene. One woman who appeared to have some facial injuries was speaking to local media. Also Read | Russia resumes attack on Mariupol, Ukraine soldiers holed up in steel plant Reuters said that the death toll has not been independently verified. The last big strike on or near Odesa was in early April. "The only aim of Russian missile strikes on Odesa is terror," Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba wrote on Twitter. Meanwhile, the Russian defence ministry said on Saturday that the missile strike was carried out on a depot containing weapons delivered by the US and European countries. "Russian armed forces today disabled with high-precision and long-range missiles a logistics terminal at the military airfield near Odessa where a large batch of foreign weapons delivered by the United States and European countries were stored," it said in a statement. On Saturday, Russia also resumed attack on Mariupol, another of Russia's port city in the South. Last resistance pocket of Ukrainian soldiers is in the Azovstal steel plant in the city. About 1000 Ukrainian citizens are also holed-up inside the factory. Russia has already declared that Mariupol is under its control. On Friday, Russian defence ministry said that remaining Ukrainian fighters had been "securely blockaded" at the steel plant Control of Mariupol is important to Russia to link Donbas region to Russia-controlled Crimea. (With inputs from agencies)

Russian missile strike kills five people in Ukraine's Odesa, says official

It has been several weeks 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, Missile strike kills five in Odessa.

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Missile strike kills five in Odessa as Russia continues to pound East Ukraine

Amid the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, a group of performers from Ukraine's theatre and circus academy have found a new platform and new means to earn a living in the US. But their lives have been riddled with anxiety, constant worry and guilt of having to leave their family members back in Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian dancers find comfort in US, fight anxiety with dance routines

In a bittersweet moment, children in Kyiv, including evacuees from other parts of the country are seen decorating traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs with a stroke of patriotism.

How Ukrainian Children are marking Easter?

It has been several weeks 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.

Ukraine reels under Russian strikes as Eastern cities remain under siege

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Civilians holed up in Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol

A report suggests that France and Germany evaded arms embargo and sent weapons sent to Russia despite an embargo on arms shipment amid the war in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine War: Europe sent Weapons to Russia despite an embargo on arms shipment

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine tensions, the United States Deputy Secretary of State has now warned Moscow of severe consequences if any kind of a nuclear weapon is used in its war. This comes after Russia said that it had test launched its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile

Russia-Ukraine tensions: US issues stern warning to Russia over Nuclear weapons

US President Joe Biden has announced another security package for Ukraine, this $800 million package of aid will include America's ghost drones. These drones are effective to target Russian positions.

Russia-Ukraine conflict: US develops 'ghost' drones for Ukraine

President Joe Biden announced an additional $800 million security assistance to Ukraine which include heavy artillery and other weapons. He said, will support the country’s needs as it battles a new Russian strategy of moving the war to the Donbas region. For more details, we're joined by VOA's Correspondent, Jessica Stone.

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The Russia-Ukraine war entered day 58 on Friday. While Russia has denied targeting civilians, stories of grief are emerging out of Ukraine. Thousands of civilians were killed in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war: Inconsolable daughter crouches next to father's body

With Russian forces claiming to have taken control of Ukrainian city of Mariupol, there are reports of people being trapped in the city. Several Ukrainian defenders are also reportedly trapped inside Azovstal power plant. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said there are defenders still inside Mariupol. Is this the end of battle in the besieged city?

Mariupol: Is this end of battle? What Vladimir Putin, Volodymyr Zelensky, Joe Biden are saying

Russia has declared control over the city of Mariupol in Ukraine and this means that the fate of nearly about 100,000 civilians who are trapped in the southern port city actually lies in the hands of the Russian President Vladimir Putin.

'Everything in Mariupol is complicated and chaotic,' says Kyiv

Russia has declared control over the city of Mariupol in Ukraine and this means that the fate of nearly about a hundred thousand civilians who are trapped in the southern port city actually lies in the hands of the Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Russia claims control of Mariupol, satellite images show mass graves outside city

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met his British counterpart Boris Johnson. Both leaders held talks aimed at further expanding co-operation in areas of defence, trade and clean energy.

PM Modi meets his UK counterpart PM Boris Johnson; Ukraine war, Indo-pacific likely to be discussed

In a recent update on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Ukraine says the weapons they need are not on the German list. However, Germany says they're open to sending Ukrain heavy weapons. Now, the question arises, why is Berlin not sending heavy weapons to Ukraine?

German coalition under strain: Why is Berlin not sending heavy weapons?

The United States has unveiled new security aid to Ukraine. Joe Biden has announced $800 million military aid to Ukraine, he wanted to 'keep weapons flowing' into Ukraine.

US President Joe Biden announces $800 million military aid to Ukraine

British PM Boris Johnson has arrived in India for a two-day visit. While the meeting comes in the backdrop of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, the key of the visit is to finalize two-way investment deals in defence, artificial intelligence and in green energy resources.

Focus on Indo-Pacific security, AI; Boris Johnson won't 'lecture' India on Ukraine

Amid the ongoing war with Ukraine, Russia has a new addition to its Nuclear arsenal as it tests new Nuclear-capable Ballistic missile.

New addition to Russia's Nuclear arsenal as Russia tests new Ballistic missile

United States President Joe Biden has announced that the US will now ban all Russian affiliated ships. He further added that battle of Kyiv- a historic victory for Ukraine. Biden has announced new security assistance to Ukraine.

United States President Joe Biden announces new security assistance to Ukraine

As the war with Russia enters its next phase, with Russian forces continuing their large-scale operation to take control of Ukraine's east, US President Biden stated Thursday that the US will deliver another round of security assistance to Ukraine for around $800 million.

According to the president, the equipment will "further boost Ukraine's ability to combat in the east in the Donbas region."

The package comprises 72 155mm howitzers, 144,000 artillery rounds, 72 tactical vehicles to tow the howitzers, and 121 unmanned aerial vehicle systems, or "Phoenix Ghost" drones, according to the Defense Department.&nbsp;

"We won't always be able to advertise everything that our partners are doing to support Ukraine in its fight for freedom, but to modernise Teddy Roosevelt's famous advice, sometimes we will speak softly and carry a large Javelin, because we're sending a lot of those in as well," he said.

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When lawmakers return to Washington next week, the US president said he would ask Congress to enact a supplemental bill to provide more funds for Ukraine.

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He also proposed a new humanitarian parole programme for Ukrainians with ties to the United States, which would allow them to enter the country via a "expedient conduit" rather than the southern border.

Since the United States demands visas for admission, tens of thousands of Ukrainians have flown to Mexico to claim refuge at the border.

As the war with Russia enters its next phase, with Russian forces continuing their large-scale operation to take control of Ukraine's east, US President Biden stated Thursday that the US will deliver another round of security assistance to Ukraine for around $800 million.

As the war with Russia enters its next phase, with Russian forces continuing their large-scale operation to take control of Ukraine's east, US President Biden stated Thursday that the US will deliver another round of security assistance to Ukraine for around $800 million. According to the president, the equipment will "further boost Ukraine's ability to combat in the east in the Donbas region." The package comprises 72 155mm howitzers, 144,000 artillery rounds, 72 tactical vehicles to tow the howitzers, and 121 unmanned aerial vehicle systems, or "Phoenix Ghost" drones, according to the Defense Department. "We won't always be able to advertise everything that our partners are doing to support Ukraine in its fight for freedom, but to modernise Teddy Roosevelt's famous advice, sometimes we will speak softly and carry a large Javelin, because we're sending a lot of those in as well," he said. Also read | Russia seeks India drug imports as pharmacies run short of medicines amid Ukraine war, sanctions When lawmakers return to Washington next week, the US president said he would ask Congress to enact a supplemental bill to provide more funds for Ukraine. Also read | Amid Russia's Donbas offensive, US sends warplanes to Ukraine He also proposed a new humanitarian parole programme for Ukrainians with ties to the United States, which would allow them to enter the country via a "expedient conduit" rather than the southern border. Since the United States demands visas for admission, tens of thousands of Ukrainians have flown to Mexico to claim refuge at the border.

Russian-Ukraine war: Biden announces additional $800 million military aid to Kyiv

According to reports, the city of Mariupol, the key port city for which the battle has been raging on in Ukraine for almost about eight weeks, Russia has now claimed that it has managed to secure control over the whole of Mariupol except for the Azovstal steel plant.

Putin orders to block Mariupol's steel plant completely

The Russian invasion of Ukraine refuses to die down anytime soon. The situation in Mariupol is worsening, Ukraine has now offered to host special talks with Russia to unblock this city.

Ukraine offers special talks with Russia over Mariupol evacuation

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