Russian forces made more gains Thursday despite fierce Ukrainian resistance. The civilian death toll, while still unclear, is expected to grow exponentially.
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Huge Russian convoy advances on Kyiv, which braces for a siege
As Kyiv awaits a full Russian onslaught, an airstrike hits a central square in Ukraine’s beleaguered second-largest city, Kharkiv.
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Fighting rages on in Ukraine as talks with Russia begin
Talks between Russia and Ukraine open Monday amid skepticism that they would produce any breakthrough to halt Europe’s biggest ground war in 75 years.
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Russia widens its attack on Ukraine: ‘We now have war in Europe’
Explosions resounded in Ukraine’s cities, airstrikes crippled its defenses and reports emerged of Russian troops entering by land and sea.
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Signs indicate Russia could be seeking to dial back tensions in Ukraine crisis
Russia says it will move some troops back from the Ukraine border to their garrisons, apparently telegraphing a lowering of tensions with the U.S. and NATO.
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Biden vows retaliation for Kabul bombings that killed U.S. troops and Afghans
The president said U.S. forces would target the terrorists responsible for an attack on the evacuation operation: “We will hunt you down and make you pay.”
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How heartbreaking will U.S. departure be? Afghan women grapple with prospect of life under the Taliban again
As the U.S. hastens to exit Afghanistan by Aug. 31, women fear a potential return to power by the Taliban and its harsh view of their role in society.