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Ukraine: Russia sends some of the troops back to bases

Ukraine: Russia sends some of the troops back to bases

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

'Units of the southern and western military districts, having completed their tasks, have already begun loading onto rail and road transport and will begin moving to their military garrisons today,' Russian Defence Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov said in his statement, reported The New York Times.

Mr Putin, Are You Winning The War?

Mr Putin, Are You Winning The War?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2022

glimpses of destroyed Russian tanks, abandoned military equipment and ammunition in Trostyanets after the Russians retreated.

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

'Ukraine has been consistently unhelpful to India's concerns'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'If the Russian forces do capture Kyiv and set up some sort of provisional government, they might run into an insurgency, for which the geography is just right, it could prove costly for them.' 'In that event, the whole exercise could turn out to be counter-productive -- and costly in both foreign policy and domestic terms.'

Russian counterpart tells Rajnath Ukraine might use 'dirty bomb'

Russian counterpart tells Rajnath Ukraine might use 'dirty bomb'

Rediff.com26 Oct 2022

Singh's comments that the nuclear option should not be resorted to is a message to Russia as well as Western powers backing Ukraine, people familiar with the matter said. Ukraine does not have any nuclear arsenal.

US First Lady Jill Biden pays surprise visit to Ukraine, meets Olena Zelenska

US First Lady Jill Biden pays surprise visit to Ukraine, meets Olena Zelenska

Rediff.com8 May 2022

Biden met with Ukraine's first lady Olena Zelenska at a converted school that now serves as temporary housing for displaced citizens.

'I saw a video of a Russian tank passing by my school'

'I saw a video of a Russian tank passing by my school'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

'We couldn't believe that in the 21st century world, a European country can be bombed, can be invaded.'

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.

We are taking back Kherson, says Zelenskyy as Russia pulls out of city

We are taking back Kherson, says Zelenskyy as Russia pulls out of city

Rediff.com12 Nov 2022

He informed that special units of the armed forces are inside Kherson and other Ukrainian troops were also approaching the city from the outskirts.

Dialogue, diplomacy only way forward in Ukraine, Modi tells Putin

Dialogue, diplomacy only way forward in Ukraine, Modi tells Putin

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

The phone conversation came days after it emerged that Modi will not be travelling to Russia for the annual India-Russia summit this year.

US to send anti-aircraft systems, drones to Ukraine

US to send anti-aircraft systems, drones to Ukraine

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

The new security assistance provided to Ukraine includes 800 anti-aircraft, 9000 anti-armour systems, 7,000 small arms such as machine guns, shotguns, and grenade launchers as well as drones and other military equipment.

It's Love Actually!

It's Love Actually!

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Glimpses of Valentine's Day 2022 being celebrated across the planet.

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.

He Lived In A Bunker For 6 Months

He Lived In A Bunker For 6 Months

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Myhaylo Yurkiv, 65, stands in the small bunker he stayed in for six months during fierce battles under Russian occupation which destroyed every home in the village in Tsupivka and cut the village in two by the shelling of a bridge, leaving him now as the only person living on his side of the village.

Wife of Putin's ally begs Zelenskyy to free husband

Wife of Putin's ally begs Zelenskyy to free husband

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

On Tuesday, Ukraine President Zelenskyy announced Viktor Medvedchuk's arrest, showing him downcast and in cuffs, sparking widespread celebrations.

Belarus allows Russia to place nukes on its territory

Belarus allows Russia to place nukes on its territory

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

The head of the Belarusian Central Election Commission (CEC), Igor Karpenko, said more than 65 per cent of Belarusian citizens have voted in favour of Constitutional amendments during a referendum.

A Russian On Trial For War Crimes

A Russian On Trial For War Crimes

Rediff.com20 May 2022

The trial of the Russian soldier was the first that Ukraine has conducted since the invasion related to charges that could be considered war crimes.

Ukraine takes Russia to International Court of Justice over invasion

Ukraine takes Russia to International Court of Justice over invasion

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

'We demand that Russia be held accountable for distorting the concept of genocide to justify aggression. We ask the court to immediately order Russia to cease hostilities and schedule a hearing next week'

Essentials running out: TN students stranded in Ukraine send SOS

Essentials running out: TN students stranded in Ukraine send SOS

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

A video of Tamil Nadu students holed up in some kind of a facility showed a number of youth cramped with their belongings, making the appeal to the government to ensure their safety and take all steps for their early return home.

Putin annexes four regions in occupied Ukraine

Putin annexes four regions in occupied Ukraine

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Putin said the residents in the four annexed regions will now be Russia's "citizens forever".

Ukraine's President speaks with Modi, seeks political support

Ukraine's President speaks with Modi, seeks political support

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

President Zelenskyy's telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Modi came hours after India abstained on a UN Security Council resolution by the United States that 'deplores in the strongest terms' Russia's 'aggression' against Ukraine.

'Putin must think he can pull it off'

'Putin must think he can pull it off'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

'Putin has set aside all the rules and now he is deciding the rules.'

Our musicians wear body armour instead of tuxedos: Zelenskyy at Grammys

Our musicians wear body armour instead of tuxedos: Zelenskyy at Grammys

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

"Anyway, we defend out freedom. To live. To love. To sound. On our land, we are fighting Russia which brings horrible silence with its bombs. The dead silence," Zelenskyy said before urging the Grammy attendees to, "fill the silence with your music. Fill it today, to tell our story. Support us in any way you can. Any, but not silence. And then peace will come."

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.

'Can't get better than standing ovation at Oscars'

'Can't get better than standing ovation at Oscars'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

'I was in our wardrobe room when I heard Naatu Naatu being called for winning Best Original Song.' 'Me and the other dancers screamed!'

Europa League PIX: Manchester United, Arsenal script wins

Europa League PIX: Manchester United, Arsenal script wins

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

IMAGES from the Europa League matches played on Thursday.

The Brutal Battle for Mariupol

The Brutal Battle for Mariupol

Rediff.com7 May 2022

Scenes from the fighting near the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol.

Ukrainian Soldiers Keep Russians At Bay

Ukrainian Soldiers Keep Russians At Bay

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

In recent weeks, Russia has concentrated its firepower on Ukraine's Donbas region, where it has long backed two separatist regions at war with the Ukrainian government since 2014.

The Carnage Continues In Ukraine...

The Carnage Continues In Ukraine...

Rediff.com6 May 2022

At around 8:30 pm local time on May 3, a series of rocket strikes hit targets across Lviv, with columns of smoke filling the sky over the city.

Key bridge linking Crimea to Russia hit by huge explosion

Key bridge linking Crimea to Russia hit by huge explosion

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

The 19-kilometre (11.8 miles) bridge, which runs across the Kerch Strait and connects Crimea with mainland Russia, consists of a railway and vehicle sections.

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

PIX: Real Madrid stun Manchester City with late flourish to make final

Rediff.com5 May 2022

Real Madrid fought back from the brink of elimination to beat Manchester City 3-1 after extra time and 6-5 on aggregate in an enthralling and dramatic Champions League semi-final on Wednesday.

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

The Importance Of Nancy Pelosi

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Nancy Pelosi's gritty refusal to backtrack on her plans to visit Taiwan is part of who she is.

Our ODD ODD WORLD

Our ODD ODD WORLD

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

These interesting images should bring a smile to your face...

Dangerous Land Mines Everywhere in Ukraine

Dangerous Land Mines Everywhere in Ukraine

Rediff.com28 May 2022

The deming and clearing of unexploded munitions in Ukraine after the Russian invasion could take between 5 to 7 years.

UN chief to meet Putin, Zelenskyy next week for resolving Ukraine conflict

UN chief to meet Putin, Zelenskyy next week for resolving Ukraine conflict

Rediff.com23 Apr 2022

Guterres will visit Moscow where on April 26 he will "have a working meeting and lunch with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and will be received by President Vladimir Putin," Eri Kaneko, associate spokesperson for the secretary-general said on Friday.

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Bhanu Sahni: 'Ukraine is my second homeland'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2022

'We feel betrayed by the West.'

India ready to contribute to end Ukraine war: Modi after talks with Scholz

India ready to contribute to end Ukraine war: Modi after talks with Scholz

Rediff.com25 Feb 2023

The talks between the two leaders covered the entire gamut of bilateral ties as well as key regional and global issues, including the Ukraine conflict.

Zelenskyy addresses European Parliament, gets a standing ovation

Zelenskyy addresses European Parliament, gets a standing ovation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Tuesday received a standing ovation after he addressed the European Parliament as the Russian military operation entered its sixth day.

International Criminal Court to launch probe into Ukraine situation

International Criminal Court to launch probe into Ukraine situation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2022

'Today, I wish to announce that I have decided to proceed with opening an investigation into the situation in Ukraine, as rapidly as possible... I have reviewed the Office's conclusions arising from the preliminary examination of the situation in Ukraine, and have confirmed that there is a reasonable basis to proceed with opening an investigation,' the ICC statement read.

We have killed 5,300 Russian troops: Ukrainian envoy to India

We have killed 5,300 Russian troops: Ukrainian envoy to India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Speaking at a press conference in New Delhi, Polikha said, "We're suffering a lot of civilian casualties. According to official information of our ministry, already 16 children were killed from bombings, shellings and so on as a result of Russian peace-fighting operation."

We have killed 5,300 Russian troops: Ukrainian envoy to India

We have killed 5,300 Russian troops: Ukrainian envoy to India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2022

Speaking at a press conference in New Delhi, Polikha said, "We're suffering a lot of civilian casualties. According to official information of our ministry, already 16 children were killed from bombings, shellings and so on as a result of Russian peace-fighting operation."