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Twenty-two countries, including Estonia, have called for Russia's removal from the Venice Art Biennale due to its ongoing war against Ukraine, which has severely impacted Ukrainian culture.

An unexploded grenade was discovered during the autopsy of a deceased Ukrainian soldier who was returned by Russian forces.

Ukrainian air defenses managed to neutralize a majority of Russian drones during a recent attack, but civilian casualties were reported in Kharkiv.

Turkish President Erdogan is willing to host negotiations as tensions escalate, with Ukraine launching missiles at Bryansk causing casualties, and the EU condemning Russia's participation in the Venice Biennale.

An unexploded grenade was found during the autopsy of a Ukrainian soldier's body returned from Russia, prompting evacuation of the morgue and neutralization of the device by bomb disposal experts.

The article examines how Russia's bilateral engagements in Africa, particularly in response to terrorism and fragile regimes, might affect its influence on the continent amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Four people were injured when a Russian drone dropped explosives on a bus in Kherson.

Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russia of actively supplying drones to Iran, contributing to escalating military tensions in the Middle East.

In the four years since the onset of full-scale war with Russia, Ukraine has successfully secured the release of over 8,000 of its citizens from captivity through numerous exchange operations.

The article discusses how Vladimir Putin exaggerates Russia's military successes despite recent Ukrainian territorial gains, according to the Institute for the Study of War.

The German parliamentary president, Julia Klöckner, made history as the first high-ranking German official to address the Ukrainian Parliament during her visit to Kyiv amid the ongoing war.

Ukrainian museum director Olesia Ostrovska discusses the challenges and significance of maintaining cultural institutions in wartime.

A Russian drone strike in Kharkiv, Ukraine, has resulted in the deaths of two civilians and several injuries.

The UN International Commission has classified Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia as a crime against humanity and a war crime.

As April approaches, Putin appears to be making a last-ditch effort to alter the course of the protracted war in Ukraine, with critical implications as Victory Day on May 9 looms.

During the Paralympic sprint event, a protest was staged by German athletes against Russian competitors due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky highlights the complexity of the ongoing war dynamics in the Middle East, as Israel and the U.S. confront Iran and its implications for Ukraine's military supplies.

Sanna Torén Björling, a correspondent for Dagens Nyheter, has been awarded the Nils Horner Prize for her reporting from war-torn Ukraine.

Two people were killed and seven others injured in Russian strikes in Kharkiv, Ukraine, with ongoing pressures for a peace agreement amidst the conflict.

Lithuania plans to implement a ban on entry for Russian soldiers who participated in the war against Ukraine, as part of a national initiative shared with Estonia.

Hungarian officials are demanding an explanation from Ukraine regarding an armored convoy carrying substantial cash and gold, believed to link to potential electoral interference.

Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia has lost approximately 1,275,980 military personnel since the invasion began on February 24, 2022.

The discussion between Trump and Putin on Ukraine marks a significant diplomatic moment amid ongoing tensions, with NATO reassessing its strategies.

Bundestag President Julia Klöckner has made her first visit to Kiev to express Germany's solidarity with Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that due to Ukraine's military efforts and developed production capabilities since the Russian invasion, the country now has strong 'cards' in its hands.

The article discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and cites an alleged Kremlin estimate suggesting significant Russian military casualties, totaling over 1.3 million soldiers.

A Russian airstrike on a business in Hlukhiv resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to others.

Ukraine and Russia are increasingly interconnected in their military strategies, particularly as both nations look to establish a foothold in ongoing conflicts in Iran.

The conflicts involving Ukraine, Russia, and Iran are becoming increasingly interconnected, impacting global dynamics.

Leaked Russian documents reveal that Russia has lost over 1.3 million soldiers in the Ukraine war, according to Ukrainian military intelligence.

Ukrainian art curator Borys Filonenko discusses the resilience of Ukrainian culture amidst the ongoing war with Russia and how it has shaped his life and work.

Ukrainian investigators have uncovered irregularities in bread procurement for the National Guard, leading to significant financial losses.

The article discusses the resurgence of Ukrainian drones on the frontline and their impact on Russian military logistics.

The Ukrainian army has reportedly reclaimed nearly the entire Dnipropetrovsk region from Russian forces.

A UN inquiry has determined that Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children constitutes crimes against humanity during the ongoing conflict.

As the war grinds into its fifth year, Ukrainian refugees in Romania face dwindling support, leading to increased hardship and uncertainty.

The Ukrainian army claims to have destroyed a $20 million Russian Pantsir-S1 air defense system using a long-range FP-2 drone.

The U.S. has proposed new negotiations between Russia and Ukraine to potentially end the ongoing conflict, with talks possibly taking place next week in Switzerland or Turkey.

The European Commission is threatening to withdraw funding for the Venice Biennale unless Russia's participation is revoked due to its ongoing war in Ukraine.

The article discusses the paradox of Russia providing Iran with military intelligence against the U.S., while President Trump publicly honors fallen American soldiers and contemplates lifting sanctions against Russia.

Saudi Arabia is negotiating a significant arms purchase from Ukraine, including interceptor missiles, amid increased Iranian drone threats.

Six people were killed and 37 injured in a Ukrainian rocket attack in Russia's Bryansk region, according to the regional governor.

The article discusses the significant decline in Russia's ability to conduct intelligence operations in Western countries since the onset of the Ukraine war, alongside Finland's expulsion of Russian intelligence officers and Russia's response through various proxy actors.

Amid the ongoing war in the Middle East, the U.S. has made serious accusations against Iran, asserting that it uses schools and hospitals for missile and drone attacks, while a phone call between Trump and Putin covered topics like the Iranian conflict, the war in Ukraine, and the oil and gas crisis.

The article discusses how Ukraine's use of autonomous ground drones is transforming warfare, with significant implications for both Ukrainian and Russian troops.

Israeli attacks continue in Gaza, with Britain urging investigations into the deaths of Palestinians, amid ongoing developments in Sudan, Yemen, and renewed fighting in Ukraine.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj announced that the United States has proposed a new round of talks about the war in Ukraine, potentially scheduled for next week, while expressing caution about regional developments in the Middle East.

Donald Trump attributes the stale diplomatic negotiations over the Russia-Ukraine war to Ukrainian President Zelensky as his focus shifts to the conflict with Iran.

According to Finland's Security Intelligence Service, the country's security situation could deteriorate post-Ukraine war, with heightened concerns about Russian espionage and cyber attacks.

Finland's security and intelligence agency warns that Russian espionage activities are expected to increase following the ongoing war in Ukraine, which may free up Russian resources for intelligence operations.