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Ukraine war latest: Lavrov warns 'slow-witted' Europeans of 'devastating blow' - ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy talks
2+ hour, 12+ min ago (1205+ words) The latest round of diplomacy will unfold in Florida today, where Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet Donald Trump. But that hasn't stopped Moscow's sabre-rattling, with Sergei Lavrov this time taking aim at what he described as "slow-witted" European politicians. Follow the…...
Moment Russia attacks Kyiv with '500 drones"
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (111+ words) Sky News is an unrivalled, world class breaking news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to news broadcasting. As the UK's first dedicated 24-hour news channel, Sky News has built a deserved reputation for being the…...
A British man who fought for Ukraine is jailed for 13 years by Russia
1+ week, 3+ day ago (418+ words) Hayden Davies, 30, was sentenced to 13 years in a maximum security prison camp after being convicted of being a paid mercenary, Russian prosecutors said. Thursday 18 December 2025 15:27, UK A British man who fought in Ukraine has been jailed for 13 years for being…...
Everyone in UK 'must step up' to deter Russian threat of wider war, armed forces chief to warn
1+ week, 6+ day ago (926+ words) The chief of the defence staff, Sir Richard Knighton, will say Russia's war in Ukraine shows that Vladimir Putin's willingness to target his neighbours "threatens the whole of NATO, including the UK". Monday 15 December 2025 00:34, UK The whole of the UK…...
Ukraine war latest: 'Historic' move to help Ukraine a 'tall order', Belgium PM says; parts of frontline town retaken
2+ week, 1+ day ago (1674+ words) A "historic" move to help Ukraine with frozen Russian assets is a "tall order", Belgium's PM says - but he didn't rule it out. Meanwhile, Ukraine says it has retaken parts of a key frontline area - leaving Russian troops "completely cut…...
British soldier killed in Ukraine named - as Trump exchanges 'strong words' with Kyiv's allies
2+ week, 3+ day ago (554+ words) Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, died on Tuesday. The UK has been one of Ukraine's biggest backers - and that support will again come into play on Thursday as European leaders scramble to keep Donald Trump on side. Thursday 11 December 2025 02:01, UK Tributes…...
Ukraine war latest: Flights diverted in Moscow after 'major' drone attack, says Russia
2+ week, 4+ day ago (1136+ words) Russia says it shot down almost 300 drones overnight in a major attack by Ukraine, forcing flights to divert across airports in the capital. It comes as Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares for a meeting with more than 30 nations today. Follow the latest....
Europe must 'ramp up' pressure on Russia, says No 10 after Coalition of the Willing meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy
2+ week, 5+ day ago (653+ words) The prime minister and the Ukrainian president were joined by French leader Emmanuel Macron and German chancellor Friedrich Merz to discuss ways to reach a lasting peace in Ukraine. Monday 8 December 2025 21:15, UK Europe must "ramp up" pressure on Russia "to…...
Ukraine war latest: 'Massive' attack hits Ukrainian city; Russia and China hold joint military drills
3+ week, 20+ hour ago (1475+ words) A Ukrainian city was hit by a "massive" attack overnight, according to its mayor. Meanwhile, China has confirmed joint military drills with Russia on Russian soil - as the world waits for news on US-Ukraine talks. Follow live below - and watch…...
Russia hits Ukraine with massive missile and drone attack amid peace talks
3+ week, 21+ hour ago (543+ words) The two sides said they had made progress on a security framework for post-war Ukraine, but said any "real progress toward any agreement" will depend "on Russia's readiness to show serious commitment to long-term peace." Saturday 6 December 2025 19:41, UK Russia launched…...