Russia could drag out Ukraine crisis for months, warns Foreign Secretary Liz Truss

Russia could drag out Ukraine crisis for months, warns Foreign Secretary Liz Truss

Russia could drag out the crisis over Ukraine for weeks – or even months – in an attempt to undermine Western unity, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has warned. Ms Truss said it was essential not to be “lulled into a false sense of security” by Moscow’s claims it was beginning draw back its forces from … Read more

Biden warns of risk to U.S. economy from fallout if Russia invades Ukraine

Biden warns of risk to U.S. economy from fallout if Russia invades Ukraine

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Tuesday that he has hope, both of a diplomatic solution to ease tensions over Ukraine and in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s willingness to continue those talks. Should diplomacy not prevail, Biden warned in remarks at the White House, the consequences could be painful not just for Putin, but for … Read more

Russian blood will 'flood' Ukraine if Kremlin orders invasion, general warns

Russian blood will 'flood' Ukraine if Kremlin orders invasion, general warns

It comes after US president Joe Biden warned his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of the ‘widespread human suffering’ he would cause if he orders an invasion of Ukraine Ukraine: Naga asks Sir Tony Brenton on UK diplomatic efforts A top general has warned Ukraine will be “flooded” with Russian blood if Vladimir Putin orders an … Read more

Kyiv stresses calm even as U.S. warns Russian invasion could be imminent

Kyiv stresses calm even as U.S. warns Russian invasion could be imminent

Now, as the West warns a fresh attack is a “distinct possibility” as soon as next week, many in Kyiv aren’t convinced. “I don’t believe that Russia is going to invade Kyiv. The situation is wound up from both sides,” Oleksandr Bovtach, 55, told NBC News. “The West and Putin are playing each other’s nerves.” … Read more

Russia's spy chief warns Ukrainian army's war preparations 'in full swing'

Russia's spy chief warns Ukrainian army's war preparations 'in full swing'

Sergei Naryshkin, head of SVR foreign intelligence, says Ukraine are ready for war, as he described reports of Russian hostility as a “blatant lie” by the West Russian state TV shows ‘offensive’ Ukrainian war preparations Ukrainian forces are “fully” prepared for war according to Russia’s spy boss, who warned “humanity’s existence” could be at stake … Read more

Millions of older people have lost confidence to leave their home, charity warns

Millions of older people have lost confidence to leave their home, charity warns

A hidden mental health crisis is debilitating for older people, with millions having lost the confidence to leave their homes, a charity has warned. Age UK said the last two years have had an “alarming” impact on older people, many of whom have lost confidence and motivation and are experiencing anxiety, memory loss and disturbed … Read more

U.S. warns war could be ‘imminent’ in Ukraine

U.S. warns war could be ‘imminent’ in Ukraine

The United States warned Friday that a Russian invasion of Ukraine could be imminent and implored all US citizens to urgently leave the country within 24 to 48 hours. The warning came after Washington briefed allies on a scenario in which Russian forces would pour across the border from Belarus, accompanied by cyberattacks and missile … Read more

Sir Ian McKellen warns fans of 'fraudulent impersonator' who faked his signature

Sir Ian McKellen warns fans of 'fraudulent impersonator' who faked his signature

Sir Ian McKellen has warned his fans of a “fraudulent impersonator” who has been offering private signings while pretending to be him. The 82-year-old actor apologized to anyone who has sent items in the hope of having them autographed and said the fake promoter has offered to refund those affected. It is understood around 400 … Read more

West warns of 'dangerous moment' in Ukraine standoff as Russia holds military drills

West warns of 'dangerous moment' in Ukraine standoff as Russia holds military drills

The Kremlin made a series of bold security demands ​late last year to halt the expansion of NATO in Eastern Europe and stop Ukraine from ever joining the alliance. They have been deemed nonstarters by the US and its allies, but diplomatic efforts have continued in a bid to deter a potential invasion. French President … Read more

China would 'end up owning some of the costs' if Russia invades Ukraine, national security adviser warns

China would 'end up owning some of the costs' if Russia invades Ukraine, national security adviser warns

WASHINGTON — White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan warned Sunday that China would “end up owning some of the costs” of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Russia has already assembled 70 percent of the forces it would need to launch a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a US official with direct knowledge of the latest … Read more