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Map highlighting several Russian regions amid reports they may prepare independence referendums challenging Moscow’s central authority

Five russian regions will hold referendums on independence

Five regions inside Russia are reportedly preparing independence referendums, a move that could challenge Moscow’s authority and expose growing cracks inside the Russian Federation.

Feb 14, 2023

Ukrainian soldiers at frontline positions during heavy fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war as battles continue across eastern Ukraine

Russia – Ukraine war updates as of February 7, 2023

Frontline clashes intensify as Ukraine receives Western weapons and Russia continues attacks across multiple regions. Key developments in the war as of Feb. 7, 2023.

Feb 7, 2023

Russian and Belarusian soldiers near the Belarus‑Ukraine border during joint military drills amid speculation about a possible renewed attack on Ukraine

Will russia attack Ukraine again from belarus?

Can Russia use Belarusian territory for a fresh offensive on Ukraine’s north? Experts weigh the risk as Kyiv bolsters defenses and monitors joint Moscow‑Minsk drills. | empr.media

Feb 4, 2023

Ukrainian soldiers in combat positions during intense frontline fighting in the Russia‑Ukraine war as of February 4, 2023, with artillery and ground troops engaged

Russia – Ukraine war updates as of February 4, 2023

As of Feb. 4 2023, the Russia‑Ukraine war saw intense frontline clashes, major prisoner exchanges, and shifting battlefield dynamics in a conflict now entering its second year. | empr.media

Feb 4, 2023

Ukrainian soldiers in trenches and defensive positions during heavy fighting in the Russia‑Ukraine war around February 3, 2023

Russia – Ukraine war updates as of February 3, 2023

As of Feb 3, 2023, fierce frontline fighting continues in the Russia‑Ukraine war, with shifting battle lines and major developments shaping the conflict’s daily course. | empr.media

Feb 3, 2023

Ukrainian soldiers advancing on frontline positions amid heavy combat in the Russia‑Ukraine war as of February 2, 2023

Russia – Ukraine war updates as of February 2, 2023

As of Feb. 2, 2023, fierce battles continue across multiple fronts in the Russia‑Ukraine war, with key developments in troop activity, strategy, and regional pressure shaping the conflict’s daily course. | empr.media

Feb 2, 2023

Senior Ukrainian customs officials leaving office after the Cabinet of Ministers dismisses the State Customs Service leadership amid government reforms

The management of the State Customs of Ukraine has been dismissed

Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers dismisses the entire management team of the State Customs Service, part of a sweeping leadership reshuffle tied to reform and anti‑corruption efforts. | empr.media

Feb 1, 2023

A Russian hypersonic Kinzhal missile in flight over Ukrainian skies during a massive attack that hit Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, showing smoke trails against dusk

Russia used Kinzhal (Dagger) hypersonic missiles to strike Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia

Russia fires hypersonic Kinzhal missiles at Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia in a powerful combined strike, hitting energy infrastructure and prompting air alarms across Ukraine. | empr.media

Jan 27, 2023

Estonian and German flags next to military equipment as Tallinn seeks Berlin’s permission to transfer cluster munitions to Ukraine amid debate over controversial weapons

Estonia asks Germany for permission to transfer cluster munitions to Ukraine

Estonia has asked Germany for permission to transfer cluster munitions to Ukraine, sparking debate over controversial weapons, export rules, and Western military support amid the ongoing war. | empr.media

Jan 27, 2023

Belarusian and Ukrainian military vehicles near the Belarus‑Ukraine border as tensions rise amid debate over possible Belarus involvement in the Russia‑Ukraine war

Belarusian forces entered the Russia – Ukraine war from the south

Rumors swirl that Belarusian forces have crossed into Ukraine from the south. We sort fact from fiction — Belarus has denied direct combat entry while tensions and drills continue near the border. | empr.media

Jan 26, 2023

Missiles streaking through the sky over Ukraine during a massive Russian aerial attack involving 55 missiles and attack drones as air defenses respond

Massive russia’s attack: 55 missiles fly over Ukraine

Russia fires a massive combined strike with 55 missiles and dozens of attack drones over Ukraine, prompting air alarms and a fierce response by Kyiv’s air defense forces. | empr.media