Amid the ongoing tensions over the Ukraine invasion threat by Russia, watch the WION explainer to understand more about the conflict.

War Clouds over Ukraine: Explained in One Minute

Officials from Russia and Ukraine met in Paris to diffuse tension. The United States is now busy issuing fresh warnings over invasion threats.

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India braces for tough calls on Ukraine as tensions between Moscow and Kyiv peak. Meanwhile, NATO and Europe are threatening Russia with sanctions.

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The omicron variant of covid-19 is slowing down the global economy. Now, the International Monetary Fund has cut its world GDP forecast for the year 2022 to 4.4 percent. The Washington based crisis lender says that the variant will slow growth this year notably in the world's two largest economies.

IMF slashes global growth estimate, high inflation due to Russia-Ukraine conflict, Omicron and more

The latest round of talks between France, Germany, Russia and Ukraine is underway in Paris over the Ukraine crisis. The meeting being held as a four-way discussion between the so called 'Normandy group'.

Four-way 'Normandy talks' underway in Paris on Ukraine border tension

The West led by the United States is scrambling to beef up its military preparations, fears are mounting that an invasion of Ukraine is imminent but Russia's state TV wants Russian citizens to think otherwise. It's focusing on issues like Omicron cases or the Beijing Olympics.

Russian TV plays down escalating crisis, blames western 'panic' for tensions in Ukraine

The French President on Monday Emmanuel Macron is hosting a meeting between the leaders of France, Germany, Ukraine and Russia on the conflict in eastern Ukraine in a bid to make progress toward possible solutions.

French President Emmanuel Macron hosts meeting on Ukraine crisis including Germany, Russia

There are no signs of de-escalation at the Russia-Ukrainian border where an estimated 100,000 Russian troops have been deployed but for what this is not yet clear. Russia maintains that it has no plans of an invasion the West believes otherwise and both sides are preparing for the worst.

Biden says 'willing to sanction Putin' if Russia invades Ukraine

France will host a high-level meeting over the Ukraine crisis to propose a de-escalation roadmap to Russia amid growing global concerns.

French President Emmanuel Macron to host meet on Ukraine border tension

US President Joe Biden has said that he would consider imposing sanctions on President Vladimir Putin himself, if Russia invaded Ukraine.

US President Joe Biden warns of sanction if Russia invades Ukraine

8,400 American troops are on standby. NATO wants to send reinforcements. Ukraine is recruiting civilians into its reserve forces. Is a war between Russia and the West now inevitable? Palki Sharma brings you the latest.

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Will Joe Biden deploy American soldiers to protect Ukraine's sovereignty? Will his European allies join his campaign against Russia? Palki Sharma tells you why neither side can afford war.

Gravitas: Will America go to war for Ukraine?

In what can add to the already high tensions in Europe, Russia has sent additional fighter jets for military drills. Russian Ministry of Defence released a video on Wednesday (January 26). Russia's Su-35 fighter jets have relocated to Belarusian airfields. This manoeuvre has come as Ukraine crisis shows no signs of dying down.

The Interfax news agency said on Friday, that Russia has send two battalions of S-400 surface-to-air missile systems to Belarus.

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Russia and Belarus will hold joint military exercises "Allied Resolve" to work out the issues of suppressing and repelling external aggression and countering terrorism Russian State agency RIA Novosti reported.

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Russia still has about 100,000 troops stationed along its border with Ukraine. The threat of invasion is high and though Russia claims that it does not want to invade Ukraine, it is widely perceived to be creating pretext for an invasion. Russia has made it clear that it is dead against inclusion of Ukraine in North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), the military grouping that was formed as a bulwark against Soviet Union. Russia views expansion of NATO near its eastern borders as an attempt to meddle in its sphere of influence.&nbsp;

Belarus President Aleksander Lukashenko is considered to be a staunch ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia's drills with Belarus have come as the West, mainly US has moved to provide weapons to Ukraine.

(With inputs from agencies)

In what can add to the already high tensions in Europe, Russia has sent additional fighter jets for military drills. Russian Ministry of Defence released a video on Wednesday (January 26).

In what can add to the already high tensions in Europe, Russia has sent additional fighter jets for military drills. Russian Ministry of Defence released a video on Wednesday (January 26). Russia's Su-35 fighter jets have relocated to Belarusian airfields. This manoeuvre has come as Ukraine crisis shows no signs of dying down. The Interfax news agency said on Friday, that Russia has send two battalions of S-400 surface-to-air missile systems to Belarus. × Russia and Belarus will hold joint military exercises "Allied Resolve" to work out the issues of suppressing and repelling external aggression and countering terrorism Russian State agency RIA Novosti reported. Also Read | Ukraine crisis: Joe Biden's rare sanction threat to Vladimir Putin; Russian media's narrative is different Russia still has about 100,000 troops stationed along its border with Ukraine. The threat of invasion is high and though Russia claims that it does not want to invade Ukraine, it is widely perceived to be creating pretext for an invasion. Russia has made it clear that it is dead against inclusion of Ukraine in North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), the military grouping that was formed as a bulwark against Soviet Union. Russia views expansion of NATO near its eastern borders as an attempt to meddle in its sphere of influence. Belarus President Aleksander Lukashenko is considered to be a staunch ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia's drills with Belarus have come as the West, mainly US has moved to provide weapons to Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies)

Russia sends more fighter planes for drills in Belarus

Ukraine says, there are at least 127,000 Russian troops at its borders and thousands more are expected to arrive in Belarus soon.

More Russian troops to arrive in Belarus soon, says Ukraine

While addressing a press conference, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said that NATO and its allies remains ready for dialogue with Russia.

NATO allies ready for dialogue with Russia, says Jens Stoltenberg

With no signs of de-escalation in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia, NATO said that it was putting forces on standby and reinforcing eastern Europe with more troops. While Russia denounced it as western hysteria the US too said it was putting about 8,500 troops on high alert and were waiting orders to deploy troops to the region.

NATO deploys troops amid concerns over Ukraine invasion, Russia alleges 'western hysteria'

The Pentagon has announced that nearly 8,500 American troops have been put on “heightened alert” for a possible deployment due to escalating tensions on the Russia-Ukraine border.

US puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert amid growing tensions with Russia over Ukraine

US President Joe Biden has declared unity among Western powers after crisis talks with European leaders on deterring Russia from an attack against Ukraine.

US, Europe call for unity against Russia over Ukraine tensions

After months of simmering tensions at the Ukrainian border things seem to be heading towards a tipping point. While on the surface all players involved in this conflict that is Russia, Ukraine the United States and NATO have been calling for calm, the actions suggest otherwise.

Biden, EU call for unity against Russia against escalating tensions at Ukrainian border

US, UK, Australia are moving diplomats and dependents out of Ukraine. US says Russian military action can come any time. NATO say it is prepared for collective defence. But Germany is proving to be a weak link. Palki Sharma has the details.

Gravitas: Countries move diplomats out of Ukraine

The State Department has ordered the families of all American personnel at the US Embassy in Ukraine to leave the country amid heightened fears of a Russian invasion.

US draws down Ukraine embassy presence as war fears mount

NATO has announced that it is deploying additional ships and fighter jets to Eastern Europe in response to Russia’s military buildup along its border with Ukraine.

NATO allies sends additional ships, jets to Eastern Europe amid standoff with Russia

The United States has ordered family members of its embassy staff in Ukraine to leave the country, the decision comes due to the ongoing threat of Russia's military action. Other US nationals in Ukraine have also been advised to leave, the US has also advised its citizens against traveling to Russia.

United States orders departure of its diplomats' families from Kyiv amid Russia-Ukraine conflict

Russia has accused NATO of ramping up Ukraine tensions with its latest deployment of troops. This after earlier NATO said that its allies have put forces on standby and sent ships and fighter jets to bolster Europe's Eastern defences.

NATO escalating Ukraine tensions with troops deployment, says Russia

The United States has ordered the departure of family members of staff at its Ukrainian embassy in Kyiv due to the continued threat of Russian military action.

US orders departure of Ukraine embassy staff and Kin over Russian threat

In what comes as a move to enhance&nbsp;defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment.

While Denmark is sending a frigate to the Baltic Sea and deploying F-16 warplanes to Lithuania, Spain will be sending ships to join NATO's standing maritime force, said NATO.&nbsp;

France is also ready to send its troops to Bulgaria.&nbsp;

NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said in a statement said that the 30-country military organization is all set to take all the required measures to protect and defend the allies. This includes reinforcing the eastern part of the Alliance.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-warns-russia-of-very-serious-consequences-if-it-installs-puppet-regime-in-ukraine-447008">Also read |&nbsp;UK warns Russia of 'very serious consequences' if it installs 'puppet regime' in Ukraine</a>

Earlier, a senior British minister said that Russia would face severe economic sanctions if it installs a puppet regime in Ukraine.

"There'll be very serious consequences if Russia takes this move to try and invade, but also install a puppet regime," British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab told Sky News.

US and NATO have repeatedly voiced concerns over Russia’s plan to invade Ukraine, a charge that Kremlin denies. However, there have been various reports, citing satellite images, indicating that Russia has amassed thousands of troops near the Ukrainian borders.

Earlier, Blinked had slammed Russia for justifying its troop build near Ukrainian borders. He also said that the NATO alliance is prepared to respond forcefully to any Russian aggression.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In what comes as a move to enhance defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine.

In what comes as a move to enhance defence, NATO on Monday said that it will be sending extra force, including ships and fighter jets, to eastern Europe as Russia continues to build up its troops near Ukraine. Several member countries of NATO have offered troops and equipment. While Denmark is sending a frigate to the Baltic Sea and deploying F-16 warplanes to Lithuania, Spain will be sending ships to join NATO's standing maritime force, said NATO. France is also ready to send its troops to Bulgaria. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said in a statement said that the 30-country military organization is all set to take all the required measures to protect and defend the allies. This includes reinforcing the eastern part of the Alliance. Also read | UK warns Russia of 'very serious consequences' if it installs 'puppet regime' in Ukraine Earlier, a senior British minister said that Russia would face severe economic sanctions if it installs a puppet regime in Ukraine. "There'll be very serious consequences if Russia takes this move to try and invade, but also install a puppet regime," British Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab told Sky News. US and NATO have repeatedly voiced concerns over Russia’s plan to invade Ukraine, a charge that Kremlin denies. However, there have been various reports, citing satellite images, indicating that Russia has amassed thousands of troops near the Ukrainian borders. Earlier, Blinked had slammed Russia for justifying its troop build near Ukrainian borders. He also said that the NATO alliance is prepared to respond forcefully to any Russian aggression. (With inputs from agencies)

In a move to enhance defence, NATO sends extra force to eastern Europe

The United States has ordered the family members of its embassy staff in Ukraine to leave the country. The decision comes due to the ongoing threat of Russia's military action.

United States orders kin of embassy staff in Ukraine to leave the country

Ukraine's ambassador to Germany has welcomed the resignation of German navy chief however he says that the resignation is not sufficient to restore Ukraine's trust in Germany. Achim Schoenbach stepped down from his position of Germany's vice admiral on Saturday this came after he drew criticism for saying that Russian president Vladimir Putin deserved respect.

Ukraine's ambassador to Germany welcomes resignation of German navy chief Schoenbach

Ukraine's border cities are trying to remain vigilant amid invasion threats from Russia during the ongoing border conflict.

Ukraine's border cities remain vigilant amid invasion fears from Russia

The UK has accused Russia that it tried to install a pro-Russian leader in Kyiv. This comes amid rising fears of Russian invasion over Ukraine.

UK accuses Russia for allegedly trying to install pro-Russian leader in Kyiv

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