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Russian troops shot a nursing home for the elderly from a tank
In Kreminna, Luhansk Oblast, Russian forces shelled a nursing home with a tank, killing at least 56 elderly residents and wounding survivors in a reported war crime.
Mar 20, 2022
After sustaining losses, Kadyrovites left Ukraine for Chechnya
Ukraine war intelligence says Chechen elite “Kadyrovites,” long touted on social media, suffered heavy losses and were withdrawn from Ukraine to Chechnya after limited actual combat. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 20, 2022
Several thousand Mariupol residents were forcibly deported to Russia
Ukrainian authorities report that Russian forces have forced several thousand residents of besieged Mariupol into so‑called “filtration camps” and deported them to Russia or occupied areas. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 20, 2022
Ukrainian soldiers are ready to start a de-blockade of Mariupol, they need an order
Defenders of Mariupol say they are prepared to start a military de‑blockade of the besieged city and repel invaders — but they’re waiting for an official order from Ukrainian command. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 20, 2022
Syrian mercenaries see participation in war on Russia’s side as a chance for further desertion and illegal migration to EU countries
Ukrainian military intelligence reports some Syrian mercenaries sent to fight for Russia against Ukraine are eyeing desertion and illegal migration to EU countries rather than combat. empre.media
Mar 19, 2022
Russia – Ukraine war news: daily updates as of March 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 war update: Russian forces bombard residential districts, destroy schools and shelters, and deepen the humanitarian crisis as Ukraine fights on. Full details on empr.media.
Mar 18, 2022
Ukraine today: situation in the regions at 8 a.m., March 17, 2022
Morning report for Ukraine regions on March 17, 2022: persistent artillery and air raids near Kyiv and Chernihiv, defensive positions holding under heavy Russian pressure in multiple oblasts.
Mar 17, 2022
Russia – Ukraine war news: daily updates as of March 16, 2022
On March 16, 2022, Russian forces struck civilians in Chernihiv and hit a Mariupol theatre sheltering civilians, while bombardments and evacuations continued across Ukraine. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 17, 2022
International Court of Justice ordered measures against Russia based on the violation of the Genocide Convention
The International Court of Justice in The Hague ordered provisional measures against Russia based on Ukraine’s claims of Genocide Convention violations — suspending military actions and increasing legal pressure. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 16, 2022
Russian occupiers deliberately destroyed the Drama Theater in Mariupol, where hundreds of people were hiding
In Mariupol, Russian troops bombed and later demolished the city’s drama theatre on March 16, 2022, killing hundreds of civilians who were sheltering inside despite visible “children” warnings. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 16, 2022
On potential actions of sabotage and reconnaissance groups in Kyiv
Ukrainian authorities found weapons and grenade launchers left by Russian sabotage and reconnaissance groups near Kyiv, highlighting ongoing threats and the need for vigilance in the capital region. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Mar 16, 2022
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Russia – Ukraine war news: daily updates as of March 15, 2022
On March 15, 2022 during Russia’s full‑scale invasion: heavy shelling hit Kyiv’s residential blocks, evacuation corridors operated, and world leaders visited Kyiv to solidify support. | empr.media
Mar 15, 2022