Ukraine conflict: Kyiv braces for Russian assault
Ukraine conflict The sound of gunfire has echoed through Ukraine’s capital Kyiv as Russian tanks were filmed entering the city…
Oil hits seven-year high and shares sink as Russia invades Ukraine
By Tom Espiner Business reporter, BBC News Oil prices have surged past $100 (£74) a barrel to hit their highest…
Ukraine-Russia invasion: Europe prepares for wave of refugees
Ukraine crisis Ukraine’s neighbours are preparing for an influx of refugees fleeing Russia’s invasion of the country. As Russian…
The Ukraine crisis is a major challenge for China
By Stephen McDonell BBC News, Beijing Ukraine crisis IMAGE SOURCE, AFPImage caption, The ever-closer diplomatic relationship between Russia and China…
Ukraine conflict: Boris Johnson defends UK sanctions measures against Russia
Ukraine escalation Boris Johnson has defended his sanctions against Russia, saying the UK is “out in front” when it comes…
Ukraine crisis: Kyiv urges citizens to leave Russia as fears mount
Ukraine escalation Ukraine has urged its citizens living in Russia to leave the country immediately amid growing fears of…
Ukraine crisis: Germany halts pipeline as nations sanction Russia
Ukraine escalation Germany has put a stop to a key Russian gas pipeline following Vladimir Putin’s orders to send…
Ukraine tensions: Biden agrees in principle to summit with Putin
Ukraine escalation US President Joe Biden has agreed “in principle” to hold a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin…
Ukraine crisis: Five reasons why Putin might not invade
By Frank Gardner BBC security correspondent Ukraine escalation The optics look dreadful. Russia has deployed more than two-thirds of its…
Ukraine crisis: Russia keeps troops in Belarus amid Ukraine fears
Ukraine conflict Russian President Vladimir Putin and his ally Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko have extended military drills which were…