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Prayers And Candles For Ukraine...

Prayers And Candles For Ukraine...

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

Glimpses of the human suffering in Ukraine.

Ukraine: A Junkyard Left By War

Ukraine: A Junkyard Left By War

Rediff.com12 Aug 2022

A sapper of the Ukrainian State Emergency Service stands atop parts of different Russian missiles and rockets collected by his colleagues in Kharkiv.

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Ukraine: Escaping Putin's Cruel War

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

While Russia focuses its attack on the east and south of the country, the threat of Russian missile strikes on Kyiv remains.

War Doesn't Dim Ukraine's Christmas Spirit

War Doesn't Dim Ukraine's Christmas Spirit

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Glimpses of Christmas celebrations amid the war in Ukraine...

Modi dials Putin, reiterates India's position on Ukraine

Modi dials Putin, reiterates India's position on Ukraine

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday during which he reiterated India's long-standing position on the Ukraine situation, favouring dialogue and diplomacy.

Why Are Ukrainians Messaging Russians?

Why Are Ukrainians Messaging Russians?

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Messages for Russian troops are posted on shells to be fired by an M777 Ukrainian howitzer.

Zelenskyy At The Battlefront

Zelenskyy At The Battlefront

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the site of a battle between Ukrainian troops and Russian soldiers in the Kharkiv region on Sunday, May 29, 2022.

In Kyiv, Biden declares Putin's war of conquest is failing

In Kyiv, Biden declares Putin's war of conquest is failing

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

United States President Joe Biden who made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Monday, days before the first anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, pledged a $500 million military aid package for the country.

When Boris Met Zelenskyy in Kyiv

When Boris Met Zelenskyy in Kyiv

Rediff.com10 Apr 2022

In a move to show solidarity with the people of Ukraine, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv on Saturday, April 9, 2022.

The 58 Unknown Soldiers Who Died

The 58 Unknown Soldiers Who Died

Rediff.com14 Jul 2022

Russian bombardment continued to devastate Mykolaiv, Luhansk, Chasiv Yar, Bakhmut and Donbas in Ukraine.

What Will Putin Do Next, She Wonders

What Will Putin Do Next, She Wonders

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Izium was occupied by Russians since April 1, causing major destruction and death to the small city.

We are moving forward, Zelenskyy says in retaken Kherson

We are moving forward, Zelenskyy says in retaken Kherson

Rediff.com14 Nov 2022

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday visited the newly-retaken Kherson city after the Russian retreat.

52 Indian sailors stranded at Port of Mykolaiv evacuated

52 Indian sailors stranded at Port of Mykolaiv evacuated

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

The Indian mission in Ukraine on Tuesday said it has evacuated 52 out of the 75 Indian sailors stranded at the Port of Mykolaiv in the war-hit nation.

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

When Zelenskyy Met Ben Stiller

Rediff.com21 Jun 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Hollywood star Ben Stiller in Kyiv on Monday, June 20, 2022.

Zelenskyy Sends Putin A Message

Zelenskyy Sends Putin A Message

Rediff.com20 Jun 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first trip to Ukraine's war-torn southern frontline cities, Mykolaiv and Odesa on Saturday, June 18, 2022.

In War, Both Sides Mourn

In War, Both Sides Mourn

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

The mother of Tseng Sheng-Kuang, 25, a Taiwanese fighter from the Carpathian Sich Battalion, who was recently killed in a battle against Russian troops, mourns while holding a Ukrainian national flag during a memorial ceremony in Lviv.

Russia bombs nuclear plant in Ukraine, sparks radiation fears

Russia bombs nuclear plant in Ukraine, sparks radiation fears

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Ukraine Foreign Minister said Dmytro Kuleba claimed that the Russian army is firing from all sides upon Zaporizhzhia NPP.

Russians Rain Hellfire On Ukraine

Russians Rain Hellfire On Ukraine

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

As Russia's advance on Kyiv has stalled, the Ukrainian capital continues to be bludgeoned by Russian missiles and shellfire.

State of emergency to be declared across Ukraine

State of emergency to be declared across Ukraine

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

"The issue of declaring a state of emergency was discussed ... The decision was made. According to our legislation, the Verkhovna Rada must approve this decision within 48 minutes ... A state of emergency will be introduced throughout Ukraine, except for the Donetsk and Luhansk regions," Danilov told reporters.

What's Boris Johnson Doing In Kyiv?

What's Boris Johnson Doing In Kyiv?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

Under constant attack from within his own Conservative party and the Opposition Labour party since the start of 2022, the war in Ukraine has come to Boris's rescue.

After 202 days, Ukraine Recaptures Land

After 202 days, Ukraine Recaptures Land

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

The latest glimpses of recently liberated villages and towns by Ukraine's armed forces in the Kharkiv region.

Modi Ignores Xi in Samarkand

Modi Ignores Xi in Samarkand

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

It is the first time that Modi and Xi came face-to-face since the Chinese People's Liberation Army occupied Indian territory in Ladakh in April 2020.

The Battle For Bakhmut

The Battle For Bakhmut

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

Scenes from the bitter fighting in trenches in Bakhmut in Ukraine's Donetsk region during a bitter and cold winter have been compared to scenes from trench warfare during World War more than a century ago.

What Is Zelenskyy Doing In School?

What Is Zelenskyy Doing In School?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2022

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attends a ceremony to mark the start of the school year in Irpin.

Zelenskyy plans US visit in his first foreign trip amid war

Zelenskyy plans US visit in his first foreign trip amid war

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

It would be Zelenskyy's first foreign trip since the Russian invasion in February, a surprise visit that could change security concerns.

Putin's Rage Continues to Burn Kyiv

Putin's Rage Continues to Burn Kyiv

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

The Russian missile strikes were in retaliation for the blast on a key bridge in Crimea.

Zelenskky Visits Injured Soldiers

Zelenskky Visits Injured Soldiers

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

Nearly three weeks since Russian tanks rolled into Ukraine, nearly three weeks after Putin's army brutally shelled Ukraine towns, Volodymyr Zelenskky, Ukraine's unlikely leader, is still in charge, and Kyiv, his nation's capital, has still not fallen to the Russian mauraders.

SPOTTED! Xi Jinping Out Of China At Last!

SPOTTED! Xi Jinping Out Of China At Last!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

After the outbreak of the pandemic in the country he has ruled with an iron hand in recent years, Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist party of China, has mostly stayed put in Beijing.

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

China Is Net Gainer In Ukraine War

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The unalloyed truth about the Ukraine-Russia conflict is that it is a war that Russia cannot lose and Ukraine cannot win, observes Colonel Anil Athale (retd).

India Must Play Lead Role For Peace In Ukraine

India Must Play Lead Role For Peace In Ukraine

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

We have already suffered considerable collateral damage as a result of the war, and its continuance will continue to dampen our prospects for faster economic growth. We have a direct and legitimate interest in its early cessation, counsels former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

How Ukrainians Struggle To Survive

How Ukrainians Struggle To Survive

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

Glimpses of how the Russian invasion has impacted the lives of ordinary Ukrainians.

The Russian Siege Of Ukraine

The Russian Siege Of Ukraine

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Mariupol, Kharkiv, Kyiv, Mykolaiv ... held hostage by Russian troops, bombs and missiles.

How Long Will Ukraine Suffer?

How Long Will Ukraine Suffer?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

Ukrainians from the eastern and central parts of the country have increasingly fled to the country's western cities, that have so far been considered safer, as Russian forces advance toward Kyiv from three sides.

Fire And Fury In Putin's War

Fire And Fury In Putin's War

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

'In the name of God I ask you: Stop this massacre!' Pope Francis told thousands of worshippers at St Peter's Square on Sunday, alluding to Vladimir Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine.

Mr Putin, Why Are You Attacking Schools?

Mr Putin, Why Are You Attacking Schools?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

Schools in Zhytomyr destroyed by Russian shelling.

Why Putin Is Threatening A Nuclear War

Why Putin Is Threatening A Nuclear War

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

'When the war against Ukraine that Putin started is not going the way he was expecting it to and his military options are getting onerous, a bit of nuclear sabre rattling is what he hopes will turn things around for him and Russia.'

As Russia Attacks, Ukranians Flee Kyiv

As Russia Attacks, Ukranians Flee Kyiv

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

Glimpses of the aftermath after Russia attacked Kyiv, the Ukranian capital.

The Shattered Cities Of Ukraine

The Shattered Cities Of Ukraine

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

Glimpses of the all around destruction caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine, which began two months ago on February 24.

Will Putin Continue To Destroy Ukraine?

Will Putin Continue To Destroy Ukraine?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Glimpses of the continued devastation caused by Putin's senseless war.

Big blow to Russia in Ukraine, strategic city lost

Big blow to Russia in Ukraine, strategic city lost

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

The war between Russia and Ukraine appears to be entering a new phase after Kyiv dealt a big blow to Moscow's grip on parts of the east with a fast-moving offensive that saw Ukrainian troops enter the strategic city of Izium after six months of occupation.