How Putin will use WWII to justify the attack
Russian leader raises the ghosts of the Holocaust, WWII and Nazism to fit his narrative.
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Russia, Ukraine at war - Plea for NZ to welcome any refugees
Explosions rocked several Ukraine cities yesterday.
'A weird calm': Kiwi in Kyiv describes scene after Russian attacks
Tom Mutch who is in Ukraine has been on the streets and said things are very "orderly".
Ukraine's Foreign Minister lists five demands to the world
Dmytro Kuleba has called on the world to immediately respond to Russia's invasion.
What you need to know as Russia attacks Ukraine
Here are the things to know about the conflict over Ukraine.
Trump's disturbing boast as explosions rock Ukraine
Trump appeared on Fox News immediately after Russia attacked Ukraine.
'Awful': NZ-based Ukrainian community leader heartbroken as Russia invades Ukraine
Yurko Gladun lives in New Zealand and says he has spoken with his family in Ukraine.
Russia invades Ukraine: Putin condemned by NZ politicians
Government say Russian strike is a 'flagrant breach of fundamental international rules'.
Higher petrol prices, hit to KiwiSaver: What invasion of Ukraine means for Kiwis
Russia's military manoeuvres in Ukraine will cause economic shocks here and worldwide.
Stocks plunge as Putin's war sends jitters through markets
The New Zealand sharemarket has suffered its biggest single-day fall in nearly two years.
Reporter's Ukraine live cross interrupted by explosions
Tensions rise after a series of loud explosions interrupt a reporter's live cross.
Explainer: How Russia's recognition of breakaway parts of Ukraine set stage for invasion
Why does this kind of state recognition matter so much?
Russia invades Ukraine: Shelling expected to be prelude to land invasion
How a full-blown war between Russia and Ukraine will unfold is still unclear.
The potentially grim fate of a Ukrainian town called 'Happiness'
New York Times: In recent days the town has been one of the saddest places on earth.
Russia invades Ukraine - 'Europe's darkest hour since WWII', Putin's warning to West
Ukraine under martial law, reports of hundreds of casualties as Russian begins invasion.
Sanctions target Putin's inner circle as Ukraine says 'army is ready'
New York Times: The EU hits back at Russia's elite with travel bans, asset freezes.
'Genius': Trump breaks silence with stunning Russia statement
With Russia and Ukraine on brink of war, Trump has reappeared with a message for Putin.
Ukraine crisis: Russia evacuates embassy in Kyiv
Tensions escalate as diplomatic efforts are rebuffed by the Kremlin and abandoned.
Editorial: The deplorable descent into war in Ukraine
OPINION: Our editorial on the Russian military incursion into eastern Ukraine.
Audrey Young: Lies, 'genius' and redemption in Ukraine crisis
OPINION: The crisis has given Nanaia Mahuta a chance to reboot as Foreign Minister.
Piece by piece, Russia's rationale for a Ukraine invasion is put in place
New York Times: A furious propaganda war sets the scene for the real thing.
Putin outlines his demands, pulls diplomats from Ukraine after threats
Russian leader insists on an end to Ukraine's Nato membership bid.
Putin gets okay to use force outside Russia
As Ukraine invasion progresses, Russian lawmakers authorised Putin to use military force.
'Unbelievably good': Reporter's coverage of crisis stuns
A journalist has posted a clip that is so impressive it has gone viral.
What's at stake for the global economy if Russia invades Ukraine
New York Times: Global economy is poised to be sent on yet another unpredictable course.
Russia kills five 'Ukrainian saboteurs' as Vladimir Putin recognises rebel regions
Reports of the first fatalities in the Russia-Ukraine conflict have emerged.
Chilling theories behind mysterious symbols spotted on Russian tanks
Disturbing theories have emerged after Russian tanks were seen bearing mysterious symbols.
Bond between China and Russia causes alarm amid Ukraine crisis
New York Times: Concerns pact between China and Russia could realign the world order.
Putin 'orders' troops to invade Ukraine: US intel
Russia is now poised to strike, according to US intelligence.
Why Ukraine matters: What to know about the crisis with Russia
New York Times: Here's how the country ended up at the centre of a global crisis.
Massive Ukraine explosion, rebels declare full military mobilisation
Rebel leaders in Ukraine have called the situation "critical" and announced mobilisation.
EU chief: Russia could be cut off from markets, tech goods
The EU has threatened Russia with sanctions if it invades Ukraine.
Ukrainian president calls on Putin to meet amid fear of invasion
Russia and Ukraine have both blamed the other for escalating violence.
Ukraine rebels order troop mobilisation amid invasion fears
The long-simmering separatist conflict could provide the spark for a broader attack.