Reacting to Ukraine-Russia tensions, oil prices have climbed towards their highest level in more than seven years on fears that a possible invasion of Ukraine by Russia could trigger sanctions from US and Europe and it could disrupt energy exports from world's top producer as well.

Russia-Ukraine tensions: Brent crude up 1.4%, WTI crude gains 1.6%

More than 20 years after fleeing the war in Afghanistan, this refugee confronts his traumatic past in an animated documentary. Mariam Wardak brings you the behind-the-scenes story of how this Oscar-tipped piece was made.

South Asia Diary: Afghan refugee's tale gets Oscar nod

Thousands of legendary Chettiar mansions in southern India are surrendering to the ravages of time. What's the story behind these glorious architectural behemoths? What can be done to revive them? Mariam Wardak tells you.

South Asia Diary: Lost glory of India's Chettiar mansions

India's luxury car market which is around 40,000 cars has increased 40 percent last year, it's hoping to have a decent growth this year as well. To talk about this and much more today we are joined by Balbir Singh Dhillon, head of Audi India.

Luxury car sales in India witnessed 40% growth in 2021

Inspired by Canada's anti-vax protests, Belgium braces for its own 'Freedom Convoy'. Police have secured the European Union Headquarters.

Police secure European Union Headquarters as Belgium braces for 'Freedom Convoy'

It is the 17th day of protests in Canada's Ottawa against Covid-19 restrictions. Ottawa has been the epicenter of protest which is still occupied by estimated 4,000 demonstrators, now after a nearly week-long blockade a key bridge is being cleared.

Canada prepares to open key bridge after 17 days of truckers protest

China is applying a zero tolerance approach towards the pandemic. A coastal city in the eastern end of country is conducting mass virus testing after a small outbreak was reported in the region, 43 locally transmitted covid-19 cases were recorded so the Chinese authorities rushed to impose restrictions the 2.75 million residents have been put under a strict travel curb.

Coastal city Huludao in China on high alert after COVID-19 surge

United States has once again reiterated its warning that Russia could invade Ukraine at any moment this as talks on the highest levels between the West and Russia continue in a bid to defuse the situation which in recent days have heightened dramatically. In the latest, US president Joe Biden briefed Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in an hour-long call about the conversation he had with Russia's Putin.

Ukraine President Zelensky invites Joe Biden to visit Kyiv, deliver a powerful  signal to Russia

United States has once again reiterated its warning that Russia could invade Ukraine at any moment. In the latest, Ukraine has called for a meeting with Russia other signatories to the Vienna Document signatories within 48 hours to address and discuss the current situation. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Kyiv warns of immediate sanctions if Russia attacks.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Kyiv warns of immediate sanctions if Russia attacks

In a bid to offer a waste-free alternative as a gift, Vegetables replace flowers in Hong Kong. Edible substitute to Valentine's bouquets.

Valentine's Day: Vegetables replaces flowers in Hong Kong to offer a waste-free gift

The freedom convoy that started in Canada inspired several demonstrations across the world. In the latest, Israel's freedom convoy heads to Jerusalem.

Inspired by Canada, Israel's freedom convoy heads to Jerusalem

Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba: Comments taken out of context

Thousands of people marched across the UK to protests against the rising cost of living. These country-wide protest were organized and coordinated by a political pressure group called the People's Assembly and was supported by trade unions.

United Kingdom: Protests held in over 25 British towns against rising cost of living

At least 10 countries have asked their citizens to leave Ukraine before tensions escalate further. These panicked warnings came after US issued a warning saying that Russia could attack Ukraine any day now. WION brings you more insights.

Ukraine vows to keep its airspace open as airlines weigh flight services to Kyiv

Thousands of people are expected to flock to Venice for the start of the annual Carnival celebrations marking a slow return to normality after the coronavirus pandemic took a hit on the two previous editions.

'Carnival of hope': Venice carnival kicks off as COVID worries ease

Indian PM Narendra Modi and his UAE counterpart are expected to hold virtual talks in the coming week that they will be likely signing a free trade pact and as of now both sides are considering to hold the talks.

India-UAE likely to finalise a trade deal

The relentless rise in sea levels washed away Atafona as Brazil's coastal town turned apocalyptic. Extreme erosion exacerbated by Climate Change.

Brazil's coastal town turns apocalyptic: Relentless rise in sea levels washes away Atafona

Two leopards have been rescued from poachers in Pakistan and brought back to the wild. Poachers are in custody and interrogation is underway.

Pakistan: Two leopards rescued from poachers, brought back to the wild

The recent Tonga volcanic eruption sent ripples through the Ionosphere. The Data was collected from the incident to help build an early-warning system.

Tonga eruption sent ripples through the Ionosphere

The government and NGOs are struggling to ensure proper health care for the Rohingya refugees living in Bhasan Char Island, Bangladesh. Watch WION's ground report.

Ground report from Bangladesh: Authorities struggle to ensure proper healthcare at Rohingya camps

Voters in Switzerland have overwhelmingly rejected the ban on animal testing. Only about 20.9% of voters said yes to the ban in a referendum.

Medical experiments on Animals: Voters in Switzerland overwhelmingly reject ban on animal testing

A number of Olympic events were cancelled or postponed on Sunday after heavy snowfall swept across China's northern regions including the host city of Beijing.

Heavy snowfall disrupts Beijing Olympics: Athletes skidded, crashed & fell

15-year-old Russian skater Kamila Valieva is now allowed to compete in Beijing Winter Olympics. The CAS has rejected the IOC appeal.

CAS rejects IOC appeal: 15-year-old Russian skater can compete in Beijing Winter Olympics

United States has once again reiterated its warning that Russia could invade Ukraine at any moment. In the latest, Ukraine has called for a meeting with Russia other signatories to the Vienna Document signatories within 48 hours to address and discuss the current situation.

The US reaffirms dire warning on the possible Russian invasion

A hundred thousand Russian troops camped out at Ukraine's border. Kyiv has been seeking to shore up its military equipment if it ever needs to face a Russian invasion. Turkish drone to play a big role in Ukraine's offence

Turkish drone to play a big role in Ukraine's offence amid tensions with Russia

Heavy snowfall disrupts the ongoing Beijing Winter Olympics, authorities issue weather alert

Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours

New Zealand's anti-vaccine protesters who have been showing opposition to vaccine mandates continue to demonstrate outside parliament as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern labeled the protests as being imported. Demonstrators continue to occupy the laws in front of the parliament for a seven straight day ignoring all calls by the police to leave the area.

New Zealand: Protesters denounce govt's Covid-19 vaccine rule, block streets outside parliament

'India In Discussion With UAE For Free Trade Pacts': Piyush Goyal

With diplomatic channels failing to defuse a growing hostility between Russia and the West over the Ukraine crisis, the United States has now issued a warning asserting on how Russia could invade Ukraine at any time or might even create a surprise pretext for an attack and in a bid to defend their country Ukrainians are now getting themselves trained for war undeterred by Russia's military might more details coming up in this next report.

Amid border tensions with Russia, Ukraine special forces offer training to civilians

The Indian government has reportedly issued orders to ban 54 Chinese apps citing privacy and national security concerns. Reports claim India's IT department has said the apps were transferring data to foreign countries including China and has reportedly directed Google Playstore to block it.

Indian government to ban 54 more Chinese apps

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