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War in Ukraine

On 24 February, Vladimir Putin declared war when he launched a “special operation” in Ukraine. The world has rallied. Western governments have sent arms and ordered sanctions. But the real impacts are yet to come: an enormous humanitarian crisis, millions of refugees, economic upheaval. This special report follows the conflict closely, describing what is at stake – and what could happen next.

How has Russia’s economy survived?

It has now been more than three years since Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The immediate response from […]

How has Russia's economy survived?

Shockwaves after White House meltdown

Is America still a force for good?

Shockwaves after White House meltdown

Trump calls Ukraine leader a dictator

Is the world more dangerous this morning?

Trump calls Ukraine leader a dictator
James Wilton wears a helmet and military uniform. He smiles at the camera.

The 18-year-old who died for Ukraine

Is heroism a form of madness?

The 18-year-old who died for Ukraine

Russia raises the nuclear stakes

Could Putin pull the trigger?

Russia raises the nuclear stakes

Why has Putin not been arrested yet?

Last week Vladimir Putin touched down in Mongolia — and received a warm state welcome. Theoretically, he should have been […]

Why has Putin not been arrested yet?

What does an army cat do?

Travel to the frontlines in Ukraine, and you might find something unexpected: dozens of cats, dogs and even foxes, living […]

What does an army cat do?

How long will the Ukraine war last?

The year 2024 is rapidly approaching — and there is still no end in sight for the war in Ukraine. […]

How long will the Ukraine war last?

Why does Vladimir Putin want to meet Kim Jong Un?

Two of the world’s most shunned leaders are set to hold an unusual meeting. They share a small common border, […]

Why does Vladimir Putin want to meet Kim Jong Un?