'Surrender at dawn or die': Russia's ultimatum to last Ukrainian troops in besieged Mariupol
Russia says it has control of the city, and only a few remain holed up at the steel mill.
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Strikes with high-precision long-range missiles were launched against Kyiv.
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"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.
Focus: Ukrainian refugees flee Russian 'butchers & bandits' for new life in NZ
A 2000km car journey through war-stricken Ukraine followed by an almost 18,000km flight to New Zealand, Kate Turska's parents look to start their new lives in New Zealand. Video / NZ Herald
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.
'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.
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.
Chemical weapons claims: Disturbing reports emerge from Ukraine
Western governments 'urgently' try to verify claims that Russia used chemical weapons.
'Holding back the horde': Mariupol fighters battle on after experts said city would fall
A small band of determined soldiers persevere in Mariupol despite Russian threats.
Nearly two-thirds of Ukraine's children have fled homes
Unicef says 4.8 million children have been displaced since Russia's invasion.
Mariupol mayor says civilian dead 'carpet the streets'
Claims the death toll from the siege of the Ukraine city could surpass 20,000.
Rising costs forcing kids out of school to help families, says principal
Costs forced up by Covid and Ukraine war are again hurting struggling families.
Expert: What NZ's lethal military support for Ukraine means
It is the most significant military effort in Europe since Bosnian War in mid-1990s.
Live: Ukraine digs in ahead of Russia's eastern offensive
Moscow appoints a decorated general as war commander for the next assault on Ukraine.
'We hope they don't rocket our convoy' - Kiwi pastor in Ukraine helping rescue families
Owen Pomana said he could not just sit around and watch as the war in Ukraine erupted.
'Scum and traitors': Putin's bizarre claim, rage escalates
Putin is doubling down his most bizarre claims since war began – and Russia believes it.
'Extraordinary' move: MPs debate summoning Russian ambassador to Parliament
Parliament has only used its power to summons a person once in the 20th century.
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Spurred by Vladimir Putin, Russians turn on one another over the war
New York Times: Citizens are denouncing one another in an eerie echo of Stalin's terror.
Editorial: Crackdown on Russia's wealthy a bit rich
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Pink Floyd members reunite to record song for Ukraine
Roger Waters, who left the band in the 1980s, is not involved.