The russian flag has returned to the global sporting stage, appearing at the Winter Paralympics for the first time in over a decade
Boos were heard as russian athletes followed the flag into the Milan Cortina opening ceremony -the first winter games the tricolour has appeared at since 2014 in sochi
A reaction like this has become increasingly common for Ukrainians since russia's full-scale invasion.
Ukrainian blogger Iryna Kopylovska was filming a street interview in Milan asking people how much their outfits cost - when she accidentally approached russians.
They answered. She realized where they were from. Interview over.
📽️: Iryna Kopylovska
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Hungary initially withheld explanations and denied consular access. Ukraine launched criminal proceedings and secured their release, vowing to hold responsible parties accountable.
Group of people walking on a bridge at night, with text overlay: 'Ukraine safely returns seven citizens home from Budapest. Earlier, Ukrainian bank employees were taken hostage by Hungarian authorities.' Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
Seven Ukrainian Oschadbank employees, detained in Budapest while transporting cash, were safely returned to #Ukraine after diplomatic and legal efforts.
🔴 Paralympics chief says Russian soldiers could compete in Paralympics.
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🇱🇹🇵🇱 Lithuania and Poland have charged 22 suspects with terrorism for attempting to blow up several commercial airliners under the instruction of Russian intelligence.
Reports indicate that the Trump administration has recently granted sanctions waivers allowing certain transactions with the Russian state oil company Rosneft. At a time when Russia continues its brutal war against Ukraine, weakening sanctions sends exactly the wrong signal.
Zelenskyy alluded Thursday to giving the address of a "certain person" - widely understood to mean Orbán - to Ukrainian troops for a direct talk "in their own language."
The European Commission on Friday rebuked Ukrainian President Volodymyr #Zelenskyy over remarks that #Hungary interpreted as a threat against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
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The President stressed that russia has not abandoned its war and is preparing a new offensive in the spring, which is why it is crucial to strengthen positions and ensure proper support for Ukrainian brigades.
💬 "Evil must be stopped. Ukrainians here in Donbas are doing exactly that!"”
President #Zelenskyy of #Ukraine, visited the Donetsk region and thanked Ukrainian defenders.
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Our warriors are holding their ground with dignity. And this is how our country, our diplomacy, and our people will hold strong as well.
The russians Are Not Abandoning the War, and Here, in the Donetsk Region, They Are Preparing an Offensive for the Spring – Address by President #Zelenskyy 06.03.2026
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russia is providing Iran with targeting information that includes locations of U.S. warships and aircraft in the Middle East, the Washington Post reported on Friday, citing three officials familiar with the intelligence.
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Iran war pushes oil price above $90 threatening rise in global inflation
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Reports Kuwait was cutting output pushed up cost of barrel of Brent crude to highest weekly gain since pandemic began
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I awarded state decorations to the soldiers who are defending Ukraine as part of the 11th and 19th Army Corps. I thank the soldiers for their service, strength and protection of our people."
We discussed the steps necessary to defend the Sloviansk-Kramatorsk agglomeration. We also touched on the needs of the brigades: funding for drones, transport, artillery, and replenishment of personnel. All issues will be addressed at the appropriate levels.
President #Zelenskyy
💬 "Met with military personnel from the 11th and 19th Army Corps – commanders and all brigade commanders from both corps.
The defenders reported on the operational situation in the areas, the defence of Sloviansk, Kramatorsk, Druzhkivka and Kostyantynivka.
russian intelligence is suspected of being behind several air freight fires around #Europe, including one in Birmingham, say #UK terror police.
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I thank the soldiers for their service and defence of #Ukraine. I awarded the defenders who distinguished themselves during combat missions with the Order of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, the Order "For Courage" and the medal "For Saving Lives".*
Today, at the brigade's main command post, I met with the unit's soldiers. We talked with the military about the operational situation in their area of responsibility and the brigade's needs. We will definitely work through all the issues discussed during the meeting.
President #Zelenskyy
💬 "Soldiers of the 100th Separate Mechanised Brigade are defending Kostyantynivka from the directions of Pleshchiivka and Ivanopil.
The stronger we are here, the stronger we are in the negotiation process. Thank you for that.:
and meeting the needs of the brigade. We will address all issues.
I awarded the soldiers with state decorations. I thank the soldiers for their service. I am grateful for the protection of the eastern direction, which is so important for Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy visits the 3rd Battalion of the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade in Druzhkivka, discussing defense strategies for Kostyantynivka and enemy actions with Ukrainian soldiers.
President #Zelenskyy
💬 "Druzhkivka. At the command post of the 3rd Battalion of the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, we spoke with our defenders about the defence of Kostyantynivka, enemy actions,
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Evil must be stopped. Ukrainians here in Donbas are doing just that. Thank you to everyone who stands with #Ukraine! Thank you to everyone who is fighting against russia, who is defending life. Glory to our soldiers!
Glory to Ukraine!"
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It is important that the brigades are adequately supplied. The boys are holding their own with dignity. And that is how our country, our diplomacy and our people will continue to hold their own.
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Druzhkivka, Kramatorsk, Sloviansk, our other cities. The Russians are not giving up on the war here in Donetsk Oblast and are preparing an offensive for the spring. It is important that our positions are strong.
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President #Zelenskyy
💬 "Today – Donetsk region, our land, our soldiers. The 28th Brigade, the 100th, the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade, the 36th Marine Brigade. I want to thank all of you – everyone who is defending our country!
