Use of Indiscriminate Weapons in Ukraine Sparks War Crimes Investigation Russian forces intensified their assault on Ukraine, launching devastating rocket attacks on Kharkiv, the country’s second-largest city, and renewing their push towards the capital, Kyiv. The strikes have resulted in the deaths of “dozens” of civilians, highlighting the widespread use of indiscriminate weapons such as...
Global leaders denounce Putin’s recognition of separatist regions in Ukraine and prepare for urgent UN discussions. The announcement by Vladimir Putin that Russia would recognize the independence of the breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine and his directive to deploy Russian troops there has sparked global dismay, leading to sanctions from both the US and European...
Volodymyr Zelenskiy warns against repeating 20th-century mistakes as the threat of invasion looms. In Munich, near the historic Hotel Bayerischer Hof, where world leaders convened for the annual security conference, lies the somber No. 12 Arcisstrasse, a closed and weathered structure known as the Führerbau. This building, associated with a pivotal moment in history, bears...
Boris Johnson and global leaders emphasize the importance of ensuring any invasion is met with failure. Western allies are holding confidential talks about strategies to support Ukraine’s resistance if Russian forces invade and overthrow the Kyiv government. These discussions reflect growing international resolve to prevent a Russian victory. In a compelling address at the Munich...
The Foreign Secretary’s sanctions legislation, which was due by 10 February, has not been introduced in Parliament, raising questions over its readiness. British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss arrived in Moscow on Thursday for crucial talks with Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, although her promised “toughest sanctions regime” against Russia has faced a significant delay. Truss had...
Poland faces a €15m reduction in EU funds as the European Commission seeks to recover unpaid fines related to a coal mine dispute. The European Commission has announced its decision to withhold €15 million in EU funds from Poland as a means of recovering an unpaid fine related to the Turów coal mine dispute. This...
David Lammy argues that the 2022 Winter Olympics should not obscure China’s human rights violations. Beijing should not have been allowed to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, writes David Lammy. In 2008, when China hosted the Summer Games, many believed that engagement with the country would lead to increased openness. However, these hopes have proven...
Xi Jinping officially opens the Beijing Winter Olympics after a stunning ceremony with 91 competing nations. The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games have officially begun, with Xi Jinping declaring the event open following a breathtaking opening ceremony. The ceremony featured a grand parade of athletes from 91 nations, showcasing the global spirit of competition. Despite...
In a joint news conference with Ukrainian President Zelensky, UK PM Boris Johnson highlights the imminent threat of Russian invasion and vows swift sanctions. During a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated that there is a “clear and present danger” of an imminent Russian military...
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss warns Putin allies will have “nowhere to hide” as UK prepares coordinated response to Russian aggression. As tensions escalate between Russia and Ukraine, the UK government has signaled plans for further military deployments and an “unprecedented” package of sanctions should Russia proceed with an invasion of Ukraine. British Foreign Secretary Liz...