World Aug 30 Ukraine claims new counter-attacks on Russian-held territory A surge in fighting on the southern front line and Ukrainian claims of new attacks on Russian positions is feeding speculation that a counteroffensive has started to try to turn the tide of the war.
World Aug 29 U.N. watchdog to inspect Ukraine nuclear plant occupied by Russia A U.N. nuclear watchdog team has set off on an urgent mission to safeguard the endangered Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia atomic power plant at the heart of fighting in Ukraine.
World Aug 26 Fears of a radiation leak mount near Ukrainian nuclear plant Authorities have begun distributing iodine tablets to residents near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in case of a radiation leak, amid mounting fears that the fighting around the complex could trigger a catastrophe.
World Aug 23 U.S., Ukraine warn Russia could attack on eve of Ukraine’s independence day The United States reinforced the worry when its embassy in Kyiv urged U.S. citizens still in Ukraine to depart the country immediately.
World Aug 20 Russian air defense systems down Ukrainian drones in Crimea Russian authorities reported shooting down Ukrainian drones Saturday in Crimea, while Ukrainian officials said Russian forces pressed ahead with efforts to seize one of the few cities in eastern Ukraine not already under their control.
World Aug 16 Explosions rock military depot in Russian-annexed Crimea Massive explosions and fires have hit a military depot in Russia-annexed Crimea.
World Aug 15 Russian shells kill 3, injured 20 in Donetsk, Ukrainian officials say Ukrainian authorities say at least three civilians have been killed and 20 others wounded in the latest Russian artillery barrages.
World Jun 17 South American countries emerge from blackout but cause still unknown The outage, which hit Argentina and neighboring countries, ignited questions about preparedness and lack of investment in the power system.