Ukraine War | Latest News & Updates| BBC News (2024)

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.21 hrs agoNewsEurope
Russian strike on Kharkiv supermarket kills 12Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said over 200 people could have been inside the home improvement shop.19 hrs agoNewsEurope
Russia's glide bombs devastating Ukraine's cities on the cheapRussia is increasingly using budget "glide bombs" to advance its offensive in Ukraine.8 days agoNewsEurope
War and popularity keep Zelensky in power despite term expiringMartial law and a desire for stability keeps the Ukrainian leader in power without new elections.7 days agoNewsEurope
Russia could increase Ukraine attacks, says ZelenskyMoscow continues to make military gains in the Kharkiv region as Ukraine struggles with resources.18 May 2024NewsEurope
Russian strike on Kharkiv supermarket kills 12Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said over 200 people could have been inside the home improvement shop.19 hrs agoNewsEurope
Ukraine makes gains in its other war - fighting corruptionExperts say Ukraine is now making significant progress in its long struggle against corruption.5 days agoNewsEurope
Ex-Russian army commander detained over fraud chargeIvan Popov was fired in 2023 after criticising Russia's management of the Ukraine war in a leaked recording.5 days agoNewsEurope
Thousands flee Russian offensive in Kharkiv regionFighting around Ukraine’s second largest city has so far displaced around 14,000 people.6 days agoNewsEurope
Russia's glide bombs devastating Ukraine's cities on the cheapRussia is increasingly using budget "glide bombs" to advance its offensive in Ukraine.8 days agoNewsEurope

Analysis

Key weeks ahead for Russia’s war in UkraineRussia has launched a push north of Kharkiv but its ultimate goal is so far unclear.17 May 2024NewsEurope
How is China helping out sanctioned Russia?Vladimir Putin visits Beijing this week, as it faces accusations of supporting Moscow's war in Ukraine.17 May 2024NewsReality Check
Russia must pay for Ukraine rebuild, Blinken saysThe top US diplomat vows to "seize" Russian assets in the US to fund rebuilding parts of Ukraine.14 May 2024NewsEurope
What is Xi Jinping prepared to pay for Putin’s war?China is a vital ally, but Mr Xi is facing increasing pressure to distance himself from his "dear friend".15 May 2024NewsChina

On the ground

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 2024NewsEurope
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 2024NewsEurope
Ukraine hit by 'massive' attack on energy gridThe attacks come as Ukraine marks a major national holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany. 8 May 2024NewsEurope
Seven dead in attack on Russia's Belgorod regionThe governor of the border region says 35 people were also injured when a drone strike hit minibuses.6 May 2024NewsEurope
Ukrainian Olympian dies on front lineWeightlifter Oleksandr Pielieshenko, who represented Ukraine at the Rio 2016 Olympics, dies during the conflict with Russia.6 May 2024Weightlifting

Latest updates

19 hrs agoRussian strike on Kharkiv supermarket kills 12Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said over 200 people could have been inside the home improvement shop.19 hrs agoNewsEurope
21 hrs agoMeet the Peaky Blinders - Ukraine's drone squad defending KharkivHigh-tech drones help Ukraine's defenders - but they say they need more support from allies.21 hrs agoNewsEurope
1 day agoWatch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen at the site of Kharkiv strikeThe BBC's international editor explains how Russia is seizing the opportunity to hit Ukraine in new deadly strikes.1 day agoNewsEurope
3 days agoRosenberg: Putin's military purge echoes Prigozhin's call to actRussia's president seems to be acting on the late Wagner chief's warnings, but in his own time.3 days agoNewsEurope
4 days agoAt least seven dead in Russian missile attack on KharkivThe attack is the latest in a Russian offensive along the north-eastern border.4 days agoNewsEurope
4 days agoBaltic concerns over Russian plan to move sea bordersFinland and the Baltic states react to a Russian proposal to redraw sea borders dating back 40 years.4 days agoNewsEurope
5 days agoUS says Russia likely launched anti-satellite weaponThe Russian satellite launched last week may be capable of attacking other satellites, the Pentagon says.5 days agoNewsWorld
5 days agoEx-Russian army commander detained over fraud chargeIvan Popov was fired in 2023 after criticising Russia's management of the Ukraine war in a leaked recording.5 days agoNewsEurope
5 days agoUkraine makes gains in its other war - fighting corruptionExperts say Ukraine is now making significant progress in its long struggle against corruption.5 days agoNewsEurope
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