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'There was no preparation': One marine's story of defending KharkivTalking to the BBC, the marine describes the struggle of battling Russian advances near Kharkiv. 2 days agoEurope
How bees could help war-hit families in UkraineScientists develop new beeswax wraps to help families preserve food in war zones.3 days agoWales
Russia blocks dozens of independent media outletsAccess to 81 outlets will be blocked by Russia in retaliation for a decision taken by the EU last month.5 days agoEurope
Russia pins Dagestan attack on Ukraine, ignoring religious tensionsDespite years of Islamist attacks in Dagestan, Moscow wants to blame external actors for Sunday's attack.6 days agoEurope
A year after mutiny, Kremlin controls Wagner remnantsMoscow has effectively replaced the mercenary group's influence in Africa and Ukraine, experts say.7 days agoEurope
LGBT troops on Ukraine's front line fight hom*ophobia at homeGay marriage is illegal in Ukraine. Activists hope the LGBT troops at the front can change minds.6 days agoEurope
Russia blames US for Crimea deaths and vows responseRussia says US-made missiles programmed by American specialists were used in an attack which killed four.6 days agoWorld
Russia blocks dozens of independent media outletsAccess to 81 outlets will be blocked by Russia in retaliation for a decision taken by the EU last month.5 days agoEurope

Analysis

How the Klitschkos used fame to aid Ukraine's war effortA new documentary follows Vitali Klitschko as he fights to save Ukraine following Russia's invasion.13 Jun 2024South Yorkshire
Will Ukraine summit be a path to peace?Ukraine aimed to seize the initiative through diplomacy - with some success, says the BBC's Sarah Rainsford. 17 Jun 2024Europe
Anger in Moscow after Ukraine allowed to hit Russia with Western weaponsRussia accuses Nato and the US of "provoking a new level of tension" over the use of Western-supplied weapons.31 May 2024Europe
Russia's economy is growing, but can it last?Russia’s economy has been cut off from the global financial system - but it is still growing. Why?6 Jun 2024BBC InDepth
Will using Western weapons on Russia help Ukraine change the war?The latest Russian advance in the Kharkiv region has convinced Kyiv’s allies to change their policy.1 Jun 2024Europe

On the ground

I married the love of my life in a Ukrainian bunker - then he was killedAs Russia relentlessly shelled Mariupol in 2022, a romance was blooming several metres below.8 Jun 2024Europe
'Russia now is like 1984': Inside a Russian dystopian libraryDeep in Putin's Russia, Ivanovo's George Orwell library is still lending books on totalitarianism.3 Jun 2024Europe
Meet the Peaky Blinders - Ukraine's drone squad defending KharkivHigh-tech drones help Ukraine's defenders - but they say they need more support from allies.26 May 2024Europe
Ukraine's defence lines stretched as Russian troops advanceThe BBC's Jonathan Beale joins Ukrainian forces in Kharkiv as they try to shore up a weakened frontline.17 May 2024Europe
The Russians simply walked in, Ukrainian troops in Kharkiv tell BBCThe BBC's Jonathan Beale meets front-line soldiers battling Russia's new incursion in north-east Ukraine.13 May 2024Europe

Latest updates

22 hrs agoZelensky renews long-range arms call after attackThe Ukrainian president says more missiles and air defences are needed after a Russian strike kills seven.22 hrs agoEurope
2 days ago'There was no preparation': One marine's story of defending KharkivTalking to the BBC, the marine describes the struggle of battling Russian advances near Kharkiv. 2 days agoEurope
3 days agoHow bees could help war-hit families in UkraineScientists develop new beeswax wraps to help families preserve food in war zones.3 days agoWales
3 days agoLe Pen threatens to challenge Macron's army powersThe far-right ex-leader warns the French president will not be able to send troops to Ukraine.3 days agoEurope
5 days agoRussia blocks dozens of independent media outletsAccess to 81 outlets will be blocked by Russia in retaliation for a decision taken by the EU last month.5 days agoEurope
5 days agoWar crimes arrest warrants issued for top Russian officialsSergei Shoigu and Valery Gerasimov are wanted for their role in attacks on civilians targets. 5 days agoEurope
5 days agoZelensky sacks top general accused of incompetenceLt Gen Yuriy Sodol had faced public criticism about excessive casualties and accusations of incompetence.5 days agoEurope
6 days agoLessons help Ukrainian children remember heritageOrganisers say the lessons in Scarborough help young refugees keep in touch with their home culture.6 days agoNorth Yorkshire
6 days agoLGBT troops on Ukraine's front line fight hom*ophobia at homeGay marriage is illegal in Ukraine. Activists hope the LGBT troops at the front can change minds.6 days agoEurope
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