War in Ukraine: Vitali Klitschko and Brother Wladimir to Take Up Arms and Fight Russia
2 years, 9 months ago

War in Ukraine: Vitali Klitschko and Brother Wladimir to Take Up Arms and Fight Russia

News 18  

Former heavyweight boxing champion Vitali Klitschko said he would take up arms alongside his brother and fellow Hall of Famer Wladimir Klitschko to fight in what is a “bloody war” following Russia’s invasion of their country Ukraine. Vitali Klitschko said Kyiv was under threat and the main priority was to work with police and military forces to support critical infrastructure including the delivery of electricity, gas and water for its citizens. “I believe in Ukraine, I believe in my country and I believe in my people,” Vitali Klitschko said. Former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko enlisted in Ukraine’s reserve army earlier this month, saying that the love for his country compelled him to defend it.

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Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Russia-Ukraine War Is So Hard to Win, and How It Might End

Bloomberg  

Russia’s war in Ukraine, which President Vladimir Putin once hoped to conclude in a few weeks, is grinding through its third year, with neither side able to gain a decisive upper hand. Bringing an end to the conflict — whether through one side’s clear victory, a messy compromise or simply a cessation of hostilities without a final deal — may …

Ukrainian boxer sacrifices Olympic dreams and life to fight against Russia’s invasion
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukrainian boxer sacrifices Olympic dreams and life to fight against Russia’s invasion

Associated Press  

The AP has been documenting and visualizing the toll the Russia-Ukraine war has had on Ukrainian athletes, coaches and sports facilities ahead of the Paris Olympics. Young boxers fight during a boxing tournament in honor of Maksym Halinichev, who was killed during fighting with Russian forces in March 2023, in Romny, Sumy region, Ukraine on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024. Vasilisa …

Ukraine can now use Western arms to strike inside Russia — is it too late?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine can now use Western arms to strike inside Russia — is it too late?

Al Jazeera  

The US and other nations have greenlit more weapons for use on Russian soil. The latest “yes” from the United States and nearly a dozen Western nations that follows Russia’s recent advance and the relentless bombing of Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, grants their permission to use the advanced weaponry they have supplied – or will supply soon – to strike …

Russian forces make renewed push to take eastern Ukraine towns with drones, missiles and mortars
1 year, 2 months ago

Russian forces make renewed push to take eastern Ukraine towns with drones, missiles and mortars

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — At least three civilians were killed and others wounded in Ukraine on Friday and Saturday, as Russian forces continued to shell areas across the country and pushed forward near an embattled eastern city, local Ukrainian officials reported Saturday. A man died as Russian forces shelled the Ukrainian-held town of Nikopol from their stronghold at Ukraine’s largest nuclear …

Civilians killed and wounded as Russian forces renew push to take eastern Ukraine towns
1 year, 2 months ago

Civilians killed and wounded as Russian forces renew push to take eastern Ukraine towns

LA Times  

A mechanic repairs the engine of a Ukrainian armored personnel carrier at a tank repair shop in the Kyiv region on Friday. At least three civilians were killed and others wounded in Ukraine on Friday and Saturday, as Russian forces continued to shell areas across the country and pushed forward near an embattled eastern city, local Ukrainian officials reported Saturday. …

Fierce fighting persists in Ukraine’s east as Kyiv reports nonstop assaults by Russia on a key city
1 year, 2 months ago

Fierce fighting persists in Ukraine’s east as Kyiv reports nonstop assaults by Russia on a key city

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian officials reported intense combat as Russian forces relentlessly assaulted the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka for a fifth consecutive day Saturday. But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said earlier this week that Ukrainian forces were keeping Russian troops at bay and “holding our ground.” Donetsk’s acting regional governor, Ihor Moroz, said Saturday that 22 civilians were wounded …

As Russians fight for Ukraine, Kyiv is faced with a new dilemma
1 year, 6 months ago

As Russians fight for Ukraine, Kyiv is faced with a new dilemma

Al Jazeera  

As a Russian Volunteer Corps fighter is remembered as a ‘brave warrior’, analysts explain why Ukraine is distancing itself from armed groups. “He was a brave warrior, a pious Christian, a trustworthy comrade,” Denis Kapustin, Maznik’s commanding officer, said through tears during a farewell ceremony last weekend at the historic Baikove cemetery in Kyiv. “This is a fight of the …

Pro-Ukraine Russian fighters claim captives, offer trade for meeting with governor
1 year, 6 months ago

Pro-Ukraine Russian fighters claim captives, offer trade for meeting with governor

The Hindu  

A group of pro-Ukraine Russian fighters involved in recent incursions into Russia's border region of Belgorod said on Sunday they had taken two Russian soldiers captive and offered to exchange them for a meeting with the regional Governor. The Freedom of Russia Legion and the Russian Volunteer Corps have reported fighting battles in the region in recent days as Kyiv …

Russia declares troop draft done; Ukraine says ‘new wave’ needed
2 years, 1 month ago

Russia declares troop draft done; Ukraine says ‘new wave’ needed

Al Jazeera  

About 82,000 soldiers have been sent to the combat zone and the rest of the 300,000 reservists are in training, defence chief says. ‘So brutally used’ Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday expressed doubt about Russia’s declaration that its draft was complete, saying the poor performance of Moscow’s forces meant more men could be needed. “We have reports the enemy …

Putin adds martial law in Ukraine regions, limits in Russia
2 years, 2 months ago

Putin adds martial law in Ukraine regions, limits in Russia

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian President Vladimir Putin doubled down Wednesday on his faltering invasion of Ukraine with a declaration of martial law in four illegally annexed regions and preparations within Russia for draconian new restrictions and crackdowns. In announcing martial law effective Thursday, Putin told his Security Council, “We are working to solve very difficult large-scale tasks to ensure Russia’s …

Ukraine says power facility near Kyiv damaged in Russian attack
2 years, 2 months ago

Ukraine says power facility near Kyiv damaged in Russian attack

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian official urges residents in Kyiv and three neighbouring regions to reduce energy consumption during peak evening hours. A missile attack seriously damaged a key energy facility near Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, the country’s grid operator has said, as the Russian military strove to cut power in far-flung populated areas while also defending against Ukrainian counterattacks in occupied regions. Kyrylo Tymoshenko, …

After losing ground to Kyiv, Putin says Russia has ‘great respect’ for Ukraine
2 years, 2 months ago

After losing ground to Kyiv, Putin says Russia has ‘great respect’ for Ukraine

Live Mint  

In spite of the “current situation”, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia has “great respect" for the Ukrainian people. In a lavish Kremlin event last week, Putin proclaimed the citizens of four Ukrainian districts to be Russian "forever". According to maps released by Moscow's defence ministry on October 4, Russian troops occupying Kherson in southern Ukraine near the …

Russian military recruiter shot amid fear of Ukraine call-up
2 years, 2 months ago

Russian military recruiter shot amid fear of Ukraine call-up

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — A young man shot a Russian military officer at close range at an enlistment office Monday, an unusually bold attack reflecting resistance to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s efforts to mobilize hundreds of thousands of more men to wage war on Ukraine. Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said Monday that Putin had told Turkey’s president last week that …

After battlefield setbacks in Ukraine, Putin orders mobilisation
2 years, 3 months ago

After battlefield setbacks in Ukraine, Putin orders mobilisation

Al Jazeera  

Russian President Vladimir Putin announces plans to mobilise up to 300,000 military reservists to fight in Ukraine after Russian forces lose ground. “Putin’s illegal annexation of occupied Ukrainian territory will broaden the domestic legal definition of ‘Russian’ territory under Russian law, enabling the Russian military to legally and openly deploy conscripts already in the Russian military to fight in eastern …

Ukraine: Governor urges 350,000 residents flee Russian offensive
2 years, 5 months ago

Ukraine: Governor urges 350,000 residents flee Russian offensive

Al Jazeera  

Governor’s call for people in Donetsk to leave province appears to represent one of the biggest evacuations of the war. The governor said that Russia’s “number one target” is currently the cities Sloviansk and Kramatorsk, in part because of critical infrastructure in the towns, such as water filtration centres. “This is sheer terrorism.” “There is no safe place without shelling …

Russia strikes Kyiv as Western leaders meet in Europe
2 years, 5 months ago

Russia strikes Kyiv as Western leaders meet in Europe

Deccan Chronicle  

KYIV: Russia shattered weeks of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital with long-range missiles fired toward Kyiv early Sunday, an apparent Kremlin show-of-force as Western leaders meet in Europe to strengthen their military and economic support of Ukraine. Standing with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, the three-day meeting’s host, Biden said of the missile strikes on Kyiv: “It’s more of their …

Russia strikes Kyiv as Western leaders meet in Europe
2 years, 5 months ago

Russia strikes Kyiv as Western leaders meet in Europe

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Russia shattered weeks of relative calm in the Ukrainian capital with long-range missiles fired toward Kyiv early Sunday, an apparent Kremlin show-of-force as Western leaders meet in Europe to strengthen their military and economic support of Ukraine. Standing with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, the three-day meeting’s host, Biden said of the missile strikes on Kyiv: “It’s more …

Timeline: Week 17 of Russia’s war in Ukraine
2 years, 6 months ago

Timeline: Week 17 of Russia’s war in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Here, Al Jazeera looks at the major events that marked the 17th week of the war in Ukraine: June 15 Russian forces attack Ukraine’s easternmost free city of Severdonetsk from several directions, as Ukrainian defenders fight to take back the city centre. 🔵 – Revetments/Dug in areas, Camo netting 🔴 – Vehicles – A.D, Radar, Fuel, etc ⚪️ – Helicopter …

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: ‘Massive’ bombing in Luhansk
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: ‘Massive’ bombing in Luhansk

Al Jazeera  

Governor says Russian forces were ‘destroying everything’ in Lysychansk city but Ukrainian troops will hold their positions for ‘as long as necessary’. 22 Jun 2022 - 19:34 GMT UK supports Lithuanian ban on sanctioned goods travelling to Russia Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has said Britain “fully supports” Lithuania’s decision to ban the transit of Russian goods sanctioned by the European …

Ukraine-Russia war: Boris Johnson and NATO’s Jens Stoltenberg say western support for Kyiv must not cease
2 years, 6 months ago

Ukraine-Russia war: Boris Johnson and NATO’s Jens Stoltenberg say western support for Kyiv must not cease

CNN  

CNN — The West must prepare for a long war in Ukraine as Russia makes incremental gains in a furious battle to control the country’s east, the NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson have both said. Even if the costs are high, not only for military support, but also because of rising energy and food …

Ukraine says up to 200 of its soldiers die daily as battle in east intensifies
2 years, 6 months ago

Ukraine says up to 200 of its soldiers die daily as battle in east intensifies

LA Times  

A Ukrainian soldier looks at a drone remote control screen showing Russian troop positions during heavy fighting at the front line in Severodonetsk, in eastern Ukraine. Mykhailo Podolyak, an aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, told the BBC in an interview aired Thursday that the daily loss of 100 to 200 soldiers was the result of a “complete lack of …

Ukraine, Russia battle in the east as Zelenskyy visits front
2 years, 6 months ago

Ukraine, Russia battle in the east as Zelenskyy visits front

Associated Press  

POKROVSK, Ukraine — Russian and Ukrainian troops traded blows in fierce close-quarter combat Sunday in an eastern Ukrainian city as Moscow’s soldiers, supported by intense shelling, attempted to gain a strategic foothold to conquer the region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the situation there as “indescribably difficult,” with a relentless Russian artillery barrage destroying critical infrastructure and damaging 90% of …

Russia-Ukraine live news: Russian forces hit east, south regions
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia-Ukraine live news: Russian forces hit east, south regions

Al Jazeera  

Russia strikes Ukraine’s east and south, pounding the Donbas and Mykolaiv regions with air attacks and artillery fire. 22 May 2022 - 15:31 GMT France sees EU membership for Ukraine in ’15 or 20 years’ A bid by Ukraine to join the European Union could not be finalised for “15 or 20 years,” France’s Europe minister has said, pouring cold …

Putin channels memory of Hitler's defeat to urge victory in Ukraine
2 years, 7 months ago

Putin channels memory of Hitler's defeat to urge victory in Ukraine

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin evoked the memory of Soviet heroism in World War Two on Monday to urge his army towards victory in Ukraine but acknowledged the cost of Russian lives as he pledged to help the families of fallen soldiers. Addressing massed ranks of service personnel on Red Square on the 77th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany, Putin …

Death in Ukraine’s Kharkiv is everywhere, rarely explained
2 years, 7 months ago

Death in Ukraine’s Kharkiv is everywhere, rarely explained

Associated Press  

KHARKIV, Ukraine — The outskirts of Kharkiv have the feel of an open-air morgue, where the dead lie unclaimed and unexplained, sometimes for weeks on end, as Ukrainian and Russian forces fight for control of slivers of land. Considered a strategic and industrial prize, territory on the eastern city’s outskirts has gone back and forth between Russian and Ukrainian forces …

Russia admits striking Ukraine's Kyiv during UN chief's visit
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia admits striking Ukraine's Kyiv during UN chief's visit

India Today  

Russia confirmed on Friday that it carried out an air strike on Kyiv during a visit by the UN's secretary general, the first such attack on the Ukrainian capital in nearly two weeks, and in which a journalist also died. Russia's defence ministry said it had deployed "high-precision, long-range air-based weapons" that "destroyed the production buildings of the Artyom missile …

‘Fierce battles’ raging in eastern Ukraine
2 years, 8 months ago

‘Fierce battles’ raging in eastern Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Fighting intensifies across cities is Kharkiv and Luhansk regions as Russia presses its offensive into the east. Fierce fighting is raging in two eastern Ukrainian regions, local authorities have said, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine presses deep into the country’s east. Kharkiv’s regional governor Oleg Sinegubov said on Saturday that Ukrainians soldiers retook three villages near the Russian border after …

Ukraine security chief: Main battles taking place in Donbas
2 years, 8 months ago

Ukraine security chief: Main battles taking place in Donbas

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine’s security chief said Friday that the main battles in Ukraine are taking place in the Donbas, the industrial heartland in the east, with Russians deploying more and more troops every day. Some 12 to 14 of Russia’s elite military units have left the strategic post city of Mariupol, which was declared “liberated” by the Kremlin on …

Russia Ukraine War: Kharkiv, Kramatorsk under deadly attack as Putin pours in more troops in the east
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia Ukraine War: Kharkiv, Kramatorsk under deadly attack as Putin pours in more troops in the east

India TV News  

Highlights Russia may essentially slice Ukraine in two and give President Vladimir Putin a badly needed victory A hospital was reported shelled earlier in the nearby town of Bashtanka In Mariupol, the Russian military was dropping heavy bombs to flatten a sprawling steel plant Russia assaulted cities and towns along boomerang-shaped front hundreds of miles long and poured more troops …

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: Zelenskyy calls for more weapons
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: Zelenskyy calls for more weapons

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine news from April 21: Addressing Portuguese parliament, Ukraine president says Kyiv needs arms to defend itself. 21 Apr 2022 - 14:50 GMT Biden says ‘questionable’ if Russia controls Mariupol US President Joe Biden has said it was unclear if Russia had taken control of Mariupol after President Vladimir Putin claimed the “liberation” of the flattened Ukrainian city. “There is …

Russia captures east Ukraine town Kreminna, honours Brigade accused of Bucha carnage for 'mass heroism' – Firstpost
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia captures east Ukraine town Kreminna, honours Brigade accused of Bucha carnage for 'mass heroism' – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Putin on 18 April signed a decree, giving the 64th Motor Rifle Brigade the title of Guards for their defense of the “motherland and state interests” and praised the “mass heroism and valor, tenacity, and courage” of its members Amid the Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow president Vladimir Putin has bestowed an honorary title on a brigade accused by Ukraine of committing …

Ukraine-Russia war: At least one dead after Moscow renews strikes on Kyiv
2 years, 8 months ago

Ukraine-Russia war: At least one dead after Moscow renews strikes on Kyiv

Firstpost  

Saturday’s strike on the Ukrainian capital was among the first since invading Russian forces began withdrawing from regions around Kyiv last month, instead turning their focus on gaining control of the eastern Donbas region Kyiv, Ukraine: Russia stepped up air strikes on Kyiv on Saturday, killing at least one person at a tank factory a day after Moscow warned it …

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War
2 years, 8 months ago

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States and its allies are pushing ahead with sanctions aimed at forcing Vladimir Putin to spend Russia’s money propping up its economy rather than sustaining its “war machine” for the fight in Ukraine, a top Treasury Department official said Tuesday. Adeyemo said the U.S. and its allies will next target the supply chains that contribute to …

Oleksandr Usyk is given blessing of Vitali Klitschko, after he left Ukraine to fight Anthony Joshua
2 years, 8 months ago

Oleksandr Usyk is given blessing of Vitali Klitschko, after he left Ukraine to fight Anthony Joshua

Daily Mail  

Both men have held world heavyweight titles during their boxing careers Now Vitali Klitschko, mayor of Kyiv, and brother Wladimir, have given blessing Heavyweight champion was given permission to leave front line by government Oleksandr Usyk has left Ukraine to prepare to fight Anthony Joshua at Wembley Oleksandr Usyk has been backed by former world heavyweight champions Vitali and Wladimir …

Analysis: Russia falls back on urban siege warfare in Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

Analysis: Russia falls back on urban siege warfare in Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

One month after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Russian army has failed to execute a swift takeover of its neighbour and install a pro-Kremlin puppet government in the capital, Kyiv. The Russian plan to surround key cities with rapidly inserted airborne forces and ground troops driving along major roads relied on the assumption that Ukrainian resistance would …

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events from day 24
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: List of key events from day 24

Al Jazeera  

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 24th day, we take a look at the main developments. Diplomacy US President Joe Biden has warned China of “consequences”, which the White House says could include sanctions, if Beijing gave material support to Russia’s invasion. Ukraine expects progress on its European Union membership bid within months, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said, after …

Former Ukraine tennis star Alexandr Dolgopolov swaps racket for gun to defend Kyiv
2 years, 9 months ago

Former Ukraine tennis star Alexandr Dolgopolov swaps racket for gun to defend Kyiv

Firstpost  

Retired Ukraine tennis player Alexandr Dolgopolov has returned home to take up arms and defend his native city Kyiv from the Russian invasion. “Hi Kiev, I’m back to help with what I can and defend our home,” the 33-year-old who climbed to a highest rank of 13 in 2012 told his Instagram followers. Fellow former tennis player Sergiy Stakhovsky, who …

‘We will never give up’: Kyiv mayor defiant amid Russian advance
2 years, 9 months ago

‘We will never give up’: Kyiv mayor defiant amid Russian advance

Al Jazeera  

In an interview with Al Jazeera, Vitali Klitschko says Ukrainian forces will stop Russian forces entering the capital. The mayor of Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, has said that Russian forces will “never ever” be able to enter the city and that citizens will fight and “never give up” amid a Russian troop advance on the capital. “People died, many injured …

Ukraine-Russia war: Kremlin continues to surround Kyiv as 'unimaginable tragedy' looms
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukraine-Russia war: Kremlin continues to surround Kyiv as 'unimaginable tragedy' looms

Firstpost  

The United Nations has said 2.5 million people have now fled Ukraine and around two million more have been internally displaced by the war Kyiv, Ukraine: Russian forces inched towards Kyiv and pounded civilian areas in other Ukrainian cities Friday, drawing warnings of “unimaginable tragedy” as the United States and the EU moved to tighten the economic noose around the …

Ukrainian Boxing Icon Vitali Klitschko Congratulates Bride with a Kiss as Brave Couple Get Married on Kiev Frontline
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukrainian Boxing Icon Vitali Klitschko Congratulates Bride with a Kiss as Brave Couple Get Married on Kiev Frontline

News 18  

Amid scenes of intensified bombing of Ukrainian cities by Russian forces, a heartwarming moment has emerged from the war-hit nation. A brave couple got hitched on the front line in Ukraine’s capital Kiev and former heavyweight boxing world champion Vitali Klitschko was on hand to kiss the bride for good luck. Territorial defence soldiers Valeri and Lesya, who have been …

The Russia-Ukraine war is almost two weeks old. This is how we got here
2 years, 9 months ago

The Russia-Ukraine war is almost two weeks old. This is how we got here

ABC  

This time two weeks ago the threat of a Russian invasion of Ukraine remained hypothetical. Soldiers on both sides have become casualties, along with hundreds of Ukrainian civilians, as Russia’s military bombardment of Ukraine’s historic cities and towns continues, and thousands of families attempt to flee. The Russian parliament authorised Putin to use military force as US Secretary of State …

U.S. officials deploy more troops to Europe as Russian advance stalls
2 years, 9 months ago

U.S. officials deploy more troops to Europe as Russian advance stalls

LA Times  

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III, pictured above in Brussels in February, ordered the deployment of an additional 500 U.S. troops to Europe to deter Russia from broadening its unprovoked war in Ukraine. The U.S. military ordered the deployment of 500 additional troops to Europe, pushing the total number of American forces on the continent to about 100,000 as …

Russia attacking populated areas in Ukraine, like Syria in 2016: UK military
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia attacking populated areas in Ukraine, like Syria in 2016: UK military

Hindustan Times  

Russia is targeting populated areas in Ukraine, British military intelligence said Sunday as Moscow's invasion rumbles into a 11th consecutive day amid a mounting death toll and growing refugee crisis, talk of a third world war, and allegations of nuclear 'dirty bombs'. British intelligence also told Reuters Russian forces remain frustrated in attempts to capture key cities and capital Kyiv …

Klitschko brothers say Ukraine won't surrender, tell Russia to "stop this mad war"
2 years, 9 months ago

Klitschko brothers say Ukraine won't surrender, tell Russia to "stop this mad war"

The Hindu  

Ukrainians have nowhere to retreat and will defend their homeland from Russian invaders, Kyiv mayor and former heavyweight boxing champion Vitali Klitschko told Reuters from the capital city on Thursday. Flanked by his heavyweight boxing star brother Wladimir, Klitschko spoke via Skype as Russia's invasion of Ukraine entered its second week. Putin said his "special military operation" was meant to …

Ukraine War: Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko are 'ready to die' for their country as Russia invades
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukraine War: Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko are 'ready to die' for their country as Russia invades

Daily Mail  

Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko and his brother Wladimir – both former world heavyweight boxing champions – have revealed that they are 'ready to die' for Ukraine as they defend it against the Russian invasion. Wladimir Klitschko and brother Vitali are 'ready to die' in defending Ukraine The brothers have also applauded the 'huge patriotic movement' from Ukrainians who have stayed …

War in Ukraine: Wladimir Klitschko Praises Sports Bodies for Sanctions Against Russia, Belarus
2 years, 9 months ago

War in Ukraine: Wladimir Klitschko Praises Sports Bodies for Sanctions Against Russia, Belarus

News 18  

Former world boxing heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko has lauded the sports community for coming together to ban Russian and Belarusian athletes following the invasion of his country Ukraine last week. Since the beginning of what Russian President Vladimir Putin has called “a special military operation”, Russian and Belarusian teams and athletes have been frozen out of international events by many …

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Leaving boxing gloves and racquets behind, Ukrainian athletes double up as soldiers
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Leaving boxing gloves and racquets behind, Ukrainian athletes double up as soldiers

Firstpost  

Ukraine’s sports legends, past and present, have decided to put their sporting equipment in favour of arms in defending their country from Russia. Klitschko brothers Boxing’s multiple World Heavyweight title holder Vitali Klitschko, now Mayor of Kyiv, told Good Morning Britain on 25 March: “I don’t have another choice, I have to do that. Asked if he was prepared to …

Former boxing champion Klitschko praises sports bodies for sanctions against Russia, Belarus
2 years, 9 months ago

Former boxing champion Klitschko praises sports bodies for sanctions against Russia, Belarus

The Hindu  

Former world boxing heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko has lauded the sports community for coming together to ban Russian and Belarusian athletes following the invasion of his country Ukraine last week. Since the beginning of what Russian President Vladimir Putin has called "a special military operation", Russian and Belarusian teams and athletes have been frozen out of international events by many …

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Over 1 million flee in under a week, as Moscow keeps up bombardment of major cities
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine conflict: Over 1 million flee in under a week, as Moscow keeps up bombardment of major cities

Firstpost  

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Ukrainians to keep up the resistance. He vowed that the invaders would have ’not one quiet moment’ and described Russian soldiers as ‘confused children who have been used’ Kyiv: The number of people sent fleeing Ukraine by Russia’s invasion topped one million on Wednesday, the swiftest refugee exodus this century, the United Nations said, as …

Foreign volunteers pouring in to help Ukraine fight Russia after Zelenskyy's call
2 years, 9 months ago

Foreign volunteers pouring in to help Ukraine fight Russia after Zelenskyy's call

India Today  

From a comedian belonging to Toronto to a football goalkeeper from Ontario to combat-ready civilians and ex-servicemen travelling from other countries, Ukraine’s call for the 'international legion' to fight Russian invaders is getting some much-needed support in the form of additional boots on the ground. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday, February 27, created the International Legion of Territorial Defense …

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