It has been several months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine has been raging on and scores of civilians have lost their lives in the conflict. Now, the US will provide more aid to Ukraine.

EU tweaks sanctions on Russia; The US to provide more aid to Ukraine

<p>Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday that a new “iron curtain” in descending between Russia and the West due to ongoing invasion in Ukraine. The crisis in Ukraine has been going on since February and that has prompted the European Union (EU) and the United States to enforce crippling sanctions on Russia. In a press conference, Lavrov said that the “process has begun” for the closing of a new iron curtain between Russia and the Western countries.</p>

<p>“As far as an iron curtain is concerned, it’s practically already coming into place,” Lavrov said.</p>

<p>“Let them just behave carefully,” he said of the current relationship between Russia and the West.</p>

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<p>Lavrov also said that Russia does not have any relations with the EU for a number of years since the annexation of Crimea and they do not have trust in both “Washington and Brussels”</p>

<p>“The EU is not at all interested in understanding our interests. It is interested in what has been decided in Brussels. And what has been decided in Washington has been decided in Brussels.”</p>

<p>The other major development from the ongoing crisis has been the inclusion of Finland and Sweden into the NATO alliance. While Türkiye did have a number of objections to the NATO expansion, but they finally signed an agreement with the two countries to finalise the development.</p>

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin warned NATO against putting infrastructure in the two countries.</p>

<p>In a press conference, Putin made it clear that “if military contingents and military infrastructure were deployed there, we would be obliged to respond symmetrically and raise the same threats for those territories where threats have arisen for us”.</p>

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Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday that a new “iron curtain” in descending between Russia and the West due to ongoing invasion in Ukraine. The crisis in Ukraine has been going on since February and that has prompted the European Union (EU) and the United States to enforce crippling sanctions on Russia.

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Thursday that a new “iron curtain” in descending between Russia and the West due to ongoing invasion in Ukraine. The crisis in Ukraine has been going on since February and that has prompted the European Union (EU) and the United States to enforce crippling sanctions on Russia. In a press conference, Lavrov said that the “process has begun” for the closing of a new iron curtain between Russia and the Western countries. “As far as an iron curtain is concerned, it’s practically already coming into place,” Lavrov said. “Let them just behave carefully,” he said of the current relationship between Russia and the West. Also read | WHO calls for 'urgent' action in Europe to contain monkeypox spread Lavrov also said that Russia does not have any relations with the EU for a number of years since the annexation of Crimea and they do not have trust in both “Washington and Brussels” “The EU is not at all interested in understanding our interests. It is interested in what has been decided in Brussels. And what has been decided in Washington has been decided in Brussels.” The other major development from the ongoing crisis has been the inclusion of Finland and Sweden into the NATO alliance. While Türkiye did have a number of objections to the NATO expansion, but they finally signed an agreement with the two countries to finalise the development. Also read | Russian missile strike in Odessa kills at least ten people, says Ukraine Russian President Vladimir Putin warned NATO against putting infrastructure in the two countries. In a press conference, Putin made it clear that “if military contingents and military infrastructure were deployed there, we would be obliged to respond symmetrically and raise the same threats for those territories where threats have arisen for us”. 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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India has reportedly asked rich countries to pay for damages caused by extreme weather. According to one estimate, extreme weather costs India about $87 Billion every year. Shouldn't climate compensate? Palki Sharma tells you more.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Russia's business elite and said that Western sanctions mad and thoughtless. He also urged Russian Oligarchs to invest in Russia.

Putin speaks to Russia's business elite: 'Western sanctions mad and thoughtless'

Amid a raging war between Russia and Ukraine, the European Union has signed gas deal with Israel and Egypt as the bloc claims that it has been blackmailed by Moscow for its gas supplies after siding with Kyiv.

EU signs gas deal with Israel, Egypt to reduce dependency on Russia

Amid a raging war between Russia and Ukraine, the European Union is now turning towards Israel for its natural gas supply needs. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said the Kremlin has used our dependency on Russian fossil fuels to blackmail us.

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Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky believes that that his country will prevail in war. Meanwhile, Ukraine also added Russia has 10 times more artillery than United States and we appeal quicker delivery of weapons from West.

Ukrainian President Zelensky hopes to win despite losing most of Luhansk

The West has accused Russia of committing war crimes amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The European Council president has cornered Russia for the crisis.

West accuses Russia of war crimes: European council prez corners Russia

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

Dal, a popular South Asian dish, some call it 'Golden Stew' and for many it's comfort food. The West had earlier dismissed 'Dal' as a monolith. However, a recent viral thread shows the versatility of the humble dish.

The Good Life: Decoding the goodness of 'Dal'

UNHRC chief Michelle Bachelet holds a news briefing at the end of her six-day trip to China. A contentious and highly criticized visit by the West comes at a time when Beijing is facing global backlash of alleged human rights abuses of Uyghur Muslims.

UNHRC Commissioner's briefing: 'Raised concerns about Uyghurs,' says Bachelet

UNHRC chief Michelle Bachelet is all set to conclude her six-day visit to the Asian nation. A contentious and highly criticized visit by the West comes at a time when Beijing is facing global backlash of alleged human rights abuses of Uyghur Muslims.

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The Russian president Vladimir Putin and the Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi discussed ways to ease the international food crisis, with the Kremlin saying this could be done only if the West lifts sanctions.

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<p>For over three months, Russia-Ukraine war has been going on. The two sides have been fighting a bloody battle. Although the war seems to have been imposed on Ukraine by Russia due to various reasons, there does not seem to be a clear winner in it. Russia has been inflicting heavy damage on the Ukrainian side with constant shelling. Several cities have been reduced to rubble in Ukraine but Russia has also been forced to take a step back and relinquish the dream to occupy Kyiv. Fighting is still going on in various cities. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Russia-Ukraine war, President&nbsp;Volodymyr Zelensky&nbsp;has got numerous advanced weapons from the West after several calls for support while his counterpart&nbsp;Vladimir Putin&nbsp;has been intensifying shelling to cause maximum damage. It has bombed various areas and not spared civilians too. Russia has also been accused of several war crimes. Both sides have been making numerous accusations. They have also been making various statements and claims, which are hard to verify. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the meantime, many rumours have also been fuelled about various things in the Russia-Ukraine war. The battle is not just being fought on the ground but on social media too. Many inspiring and heart-wrenching stories have also come up. The situation is such that all eyes are still on the war even after three months. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>There have been numerous doubts about the future of the war. Many questions have also been coming to one’s mind. Will Russia end its quest of Ukraine? Can Ukraine win the war with weapons sent by West? How and when will it end? All of these questions are valid and crucial too. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The war can surely end if both Russia and Ukraine realise there can be no winner in this war. It is currently only leading to suffering. Let’s hope a better sense prevails over the leaders of both nations and war ends soon.&nbsp;</p>

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For over three months, Russia-Ukraine war has been going on. The two sides have been fighting a bloody battle. Although the war seems to have been imposed on Ukraine by Russia due to various reasons, there does not seem to be a clear winner in it.

For over three months, Russia-Ukraine war has been going on. The two sides have been fighting a bloody battle. Although the war seems to have been imposed on Ukraine by Russia due to various reasons, there does not seem to be a clear winner in it. Russia has been inflicting heavy damage on the Ukrainian side with constant shelling. Several cities have been reduced to rubble in Ukraine but Russia has also been forced to take a step back and relinquish the dream to occupy Kyiv. Fighting is still going on in various cities. In Russia-Ukraine war, President Volodymyr Zelensky has got numerous advanced weapons from the West after several calls for support while his counterpart Vladimir Putin has been intensifying shelling to cause maximum damage. It has bombed various areas and not spared civilians too. Russia has also been accused of several war crimes. Both sides have been making numerous accusations. They have also been making various statements and claims, which are hard to verify. Also Read: At WEF, Ukrainian President Zelensky says ready to meet Russian counterpart Putin to end ongoing war In the meantime, many rumours have also been fuelled about various things in the Russia-Ukraine war. The battle is not just being fought on the ground but on social media too. Many inspiring and heart-wrenching stories have also come up. The situation is such that all eyes are still on the war even after three months. Watch: What's a war crime? Can Russia be persecuted after Ukraine invasion? × There have been numerous doubts about the future of the war. Many questions have also been coming to one’s mind. Will Russia end its quest of Ukraine? Can Ukraine win the war with weapons sent by West? How and when will it end? All of these questions are valid and crucial too. WATCH WION LIVE HERE The war can surely end if both Russia and Ukraine realise there can be no winner in this war. It is currently only leading to suffering. Let’s hope a better sense prevails over the leaders of both nations and war ends soon. 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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As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to intensify, Russian president Vladimir Putin has now notified the West that Russia would seize export deals and contracts with the US and its allies if they continue to back Ukraine amid the ongoing war.

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Amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, US house speaker Nancy Pelosi embarked on an unannounced trip to Kyiv. She met with Ukraine President Zelensky.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has reacted to the British foreign secretary's comments and gave a warning. He said if countries intervene in Ukraine, they could face the same fate as Poland and Bulgaria.

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US President Joe Biden has asked congress for 33 billion dollars to support Kyiv and this is being seen as a dramatic escalation of the US funding for the war against Russia. For more perspective, we're joined by Yehor Brailian, Journalist.

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