Crisis

Central Asian Migrants Leave Russia

Millions from all over the region have historically travelled there to work, with their remittances playing a significant part in many countries’ economies.

25 Mar 22

A Ukrainian serviceman stands guard near a burning warehouse hit by a Russian shell in the suburbs of Kyiv on March 24, 2022. © FADEL SENNA/AFP via Getty Images

Analysis: Ukraine’s War of Attrition

Both sides try to wear the other down, with neither able to strike the knock-out blow.

25 Mar 22

Tens of thousands of people rallied in in Berlin on February 27, 2022 to protest against the war as Ukraine seeks to defend itself against a large-scale Russian military invasion. © Sean Gallup/Getty Images

Analysis: Finding a Formula for Peace in Ukraine

As talks grapple with cease-fires and humanitarian corridors, the outlines of a deal are in view.

16 Mar 22

Devastated buildings in the aftermath of Russian shelling in Freedom Avenue, a street once buzzing street with cafes and boutiques. It is just off Freedom Square, Kharkiv's architectural landmark and Europe's second largest city-center square. © Maria Avdeeva

Kharkiv: Besieged But Not Defeated

“The only thing Russia has achieved is a united hatred against Russian occupiers in this once-loyal city.”

15 Mar 22

A sign says No War in a Tiraspol apartment hosting refugees from Ukraine. Authorities have allocated temporary housing for Ukrainians crossing into Transnistria, with many residents making their homes available. © Alexander Udodov

Divided Over the War, Transnistria Welcomes Ukrainians

As thousands of refugees arrive, opinion is split over the war unfolding next door.

14 Mar 22

Military barricade in central Odesa, in rear, Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral. © A. Borden

"Welcome to Odesa, Hero City"

Locals say that they are determined to help keep the historic port’s spirit alive.

14 Mar 22

A few tents have been set up to provide with immediate assistance to refugees, who are then transported to one of the 78 accommodation centres across the country. © Piotr Garciu

Ukrainians Find Warm Welcome in Moldova

But Europe’s poorest country calls for international aid to accommodate huge influx of refugees.

11 Mar 22

Central Asia Countries Evacuate Citizens from Ukraine

Thousands have left on specially chartered flights or made their own way to the borders.

10 Mar 22

Belarusians Weigh Cost of War

"I will leave or go to prison, but I will not shoot."

10 Mar 22

"Kakhovka is Ukraine" reads a sign during a large street protest in the southern city of Kakhovka. Russian troops occupied the port city of 35,000 on March 6 but residents have staged daily protests against them. © IWPR

Kherson’s Resistance to Russian Occupation Continues

The southern city was the first to fall, but thousands of people are confronting Moscow’s tanks and soldiers.

9 Mar 22

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