Mariupol teeters as Ukrainians defy surrender-or-die demand
After seven weeks under siege, Mariupol appears on the brink of falling to Russian forces.
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Editorial: Ukraine war to get worse in the east as conflict digs in
EDITORIAL: Battlefield developments pushing the war further into one of brutal attrition.
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Russia says it has control of the city, and only a few remain holed up at the steel mill.
War in Ukraine leaves Eastern Europe sleepless and on edge
Some are making detailed war contingency plans — just in case.
Putin's fury: How the sinking of the Moskva sparked a flurry of revenge attacks
Strikes with high-precision long-range missiles were launched against Kyiv.
'I feel so lost': The elderly in Ukraine, left behind, mourn
"I'm not even sure I'll put my head on this pillow tonight and wake up tomorrow."
Russia captures key port city of Mariupol, escalates attacks across country
Russia vowed this week to step up missile strikes on Ukraine's capital.
Gratitude and hope: Ukrainian refugees' new life in NZ
But couple from war-torn east also sound warning to Kiwis to "protect your democracy".
Russia bombs Kyiv factory producing missiles claimed to have sunk Moskva
Ukraine claimed vessel hit by two Neptune missiles, and that ship's captain died on board.
Ukrainian mum's pain watching daughter's burial on phone
The grieving mum, whose husband was also killed, couldn't watch the burial to the end.
'Executed in the streets': 900-plus civilian bodies found in Kyiv
More bodies being found every day under rubble and in mass graves, police say.
Exclusive: Doctor who left NZ for Ukraine war - 'Every day is a crisis'
The Auckland doctor is now in Lviv co-ordinating supplies.
'The last chapter is yet to be written': CIA warns of Putin's next move
The CIA director warns the war could soon be taken to another level.
Russia issues nuclear threat to Europe
Putin ally and ex President warns Russia will deploy nuclear weapons if red line crossed.
Dramatic escalation: Air raid alert sounded for 'all of Ukraine at once'
An air raid alert has been declared for all of Ukraine's regions.
'Big blow' for Russia: Flagship warship Moskva has sunk
The flagship has gone down in rough seas while being towed after suffering a fire onboard.
A 'silent victim': How nature becomes a casualty of war
New York Times: The war in Ukraine could have a profound environmental impact.
Two words coming back to haunt Vladimir Putin
Putin has used any means necessary to achieve his goal. But the walls are closing in.
Why the term 'genocide' matters in Ukraine war
When Biden declares Russia's Ukraine war 'genocide', it isn't just another strong word.
'Go **** yourself' Russian warship explodes on Ukraine coast
Russia's biggest warship was famously sworn at by Snake Island defenders.
Watch: Scenes like World War 2 - A devastating walk through Bucha's horror
Video reveals true horror at hands of Russia: Bodies in streets, mass graves, destruction.
'Not very useful': Mahuta disapproves of MPs' move to question Russian ambassador
PM Jacinda Ardern urged MPs on the select committee to heed the legal advice.
Class and air-raid sirens: School in wartime for Ukraine's children
New York Times: Teachers doing their best to provide lessons for the millions of children.
Matthew Hooton: PM emulates Savage with military response to Ukraine
OPINION: Once again, a Labour prime minister is sending New Zealand troops into Europe.
Editorial: All eyes on France election amid war in Ukraine
EDITORIAL: The Ukraine war is now upending security, politics and economics in Europe.
Ukraine warns half of country will need to be checked for mines
A massive de-mining operation has begun as booby traps are left behind by Russians.
Concerns deployed NZDF personnel won't be able to access future support
RSA about what it terms NZ's two classes of veterans: 'It's a national shame.'
Putin vows Ukraine invasion will continue to 'full completion'
Putin speaks for the first time since Russian forces were pushed out of Kyiv.
Call for Ukraine President to speak to NZ Parliament
Any invite to Ukraine's President to speak to Parliament has to come from the PM.
Russian oligarch's superyacht docked in Fiji
Superyacht Amadea belonging to a Russian oligarch is in Fiji.
Ukraine war pushes Germans to change. They are wavering
New York Times: Doubts emerging over govt's commitment to sending weapons to Ukraine.
NZ Defence Force Hercules leaves for Europe
NZDF staff are on way to Europe as part of the response to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
'It's not the end': Children who survived horror of Bucha
Russian withdrawal leaves children shattered by the ghastliest scenes of war.
Putin says Russia can't be isolated; WTO sees war weighing on global trade growth
Vladimir Putin is vowing that its goals in Ukraine will be achieved.