Polish president restates support for Ukraine after Crimea remarks
Poland's president faced criticism for expressing uncertainty about Ukraine's ability to regain control of Crimea.
Despite this, Poland has been a strong supporter of Ukraine and believes it should regain control of all its territory to deter further Russian aggression. [ more ]
Russia faces new ICJ ruling as anti-Putin rock band jailed in Thailand
The International Court of Justice is set to rule on Ukraine's allegations that Russia funded separatist rebels and discriminated against Crimea's multiethnic community.
This ruling is the first of two expected decisions linked to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
A rock band critical of Moscow's war in Ukraine is reportedly detained in a Thai immigration jail, fearing deportation to Russia. [ more ]
ICJ largely rejects Ukraine 'terror' case against Russia DW 01/31/2024
The United Nations' top court ruled that Russia partially violated an anti-terrorism treaty by not investigating the funding of pro-Russian separatists in Ukraine.
The court declined to rule on whether Russia was responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 and did not order Moscow to pay compensation to victims as requested by Ukraine. [ more ]
Crimea rocked with explosions as Ukraine brings their 'wrath' against Russian forces
The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit a Russian command post in Sevastopol and a military unit in Crimea, causing serious damage to Russia's defense systems.
Ukraine remains steadfast in their strategy to target Crimea, with the air force commander praising the success of the operation. [ more ]
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 672
Russian forces shelled the railway station in Kherson as a train was set to evacuate residents, killing one policeman and injuring four people, said Ukraine's interior minister, Ihor Klymenko.
Ukraine says it has destroyed Russian warship in Crimean port
Ukraine's military has said it has destroyed a Russian landing ship stationed in the Crimean port city of Feodosia, with video footage showing an extensive fire in the port area.
Ukraine attacks Russian landing ship in Crimean port
Ukraine said Tuesday it had destroyed a large Russian landing ship docked in a Crimean port in an overnight attack - potentially striking a major blow against Russia's already damaged Black Sea Fleet.
Ukrainian air strike damages Russian naval ship in Crimea
A Ukrainian attack on the Crimean port of Feodosia damaged a large Russian landing ship and killed one person, Moscow said on Tuesday after Kyiv said it had destroyed an important Russian warship.
Ukraine updates: Fighters hit Russian ship, port in Crimea DW 12/26/2023
Published 12/26/2023Published December 26, 2023last updated 12/26/2023last updated December 26, 2023 Ukraine's air force said it destroyed the Russian "Novocherkassk" landing ship in a Crimean port, while Russian officials said it was damaged and claimed to have shot down two Ukrainian fighter jets.
Russia-Ukraine war live: Moscow confirms navy vessel hit in Crimean port
Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature One person was killed, two injured and a large landing ship called Novocherkassk was damaged in an overnight Ukrainian attack on the Crimean port city of Feodosia, Russia's defence ministry and officials said.
Ukraine claims destruction of major Russian navy vessel in Crimea
Ukraine's air force said on Tuesday that it had destroyed a major Russian landing ship stationed in the Crimean waters after the Russian-installed governor of Crimea said that Kyiv's assault sparked a fire in the port of Feodosia.
Russia held these Ukrainian teens captive. Their testimonies could be used against Putin.
Three Ukrainian teenagers who fled Russia or Russian-occupied Crimea shared their experiences of systematic efforts by Russian officials to keep them in Russian-controlled territory.
Ukraine says there are thousands of Ukrainian children who were forced to move to Russia or Russian-occupied territory since Russia's invasion in 2022.
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin and his commissioner for children's rights, accusing them of war crimes for unlawfully deporting and transferring Ukrainian children. [ more ]
She Once Won Eurovision. Now She's on Russia's Wanted List
Russia adds Ukrainian singer Jamala to its wanted list due to her criticism of the Russian Army's activities in Ukraine.
The action is largely symbolic as Jamala resides in Ukraine and the accusations against her are not specified.
Jamala is an advocate for the Crimean Tatar people who were deported in the 1940s and won the Eurovision song contest in 2016 with a song dedicated to them. [ more ]
Russian and Chinese executives discuss Russia-Crimea tunnel project
Russian and Chinese business executives have held secret discussions on plans to build an underwater tunnel connecting Russia to Crimea.
The negotiations highlight Russia's determination to maintain its control over Crimea and its dependence on China for support.
Constructing a tunnel would face significant challenges, but Russia has clear reasons for pursuing it, including concerns over the security of the existing bridge. [ more ]