Kaliningrad court hands rights lawyer 12‑year treason term
Maria Bontsler, a 66‑year‑old attorney, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for allegedly passing security information to Ukraine, according to Al Jazeera.
2d ago
Ukraine
All UnbarNews coverage of Ukraine: 95 reports, newest first. Each story links to the original reporting it is based on.
World
Rolling blackouts push Kyiv families toward darkness as power grid falters
Ukraine’s electricity supply is nearing a breaking point after intensified Russian strikes leave many with only a few hours of power each day.
3d ago
World
U.S.-mediated Russia‑Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi run four hours
First meeting in nine months brings Ukrainian and Russian delegations together in the UAE for humanitarian talks, but major gaps remain.
4d ago
World
Germany urges US to keep Europe at the negotiating table ahead of Abu Dhabi talks
German foreign minister stresses that any settlement of Russia's war on Ukraine must involve Europe, as G7 ministers gather in Paris.
5d ago
World
G7 ministers meet in Paris to gauge US election impact on Iran, Ukraine and Europe
Foreign ministers gather to discuss how recent US midterm results may reshape policies toward Tehran, Kyiv and the continent, with a focus on Ukraine's energy security.
5d ago
World
Russia claims drone hits on Ukrainian postal hub, substation and cargo ship as Ukraine targets Ryazan
Russia says drones struck a Nova Poshta terminal, a 330 kV substation and a cargo vessel, while Ukrainian drones ignited fires in Ryazan and injured one person.
5 Nov 2026
World
European forces rehearse peace‑time deployment to Ukraine in Poland
Nearly 3,000 troops from 12 nations will drill a non‑combat reassurance force in Poland ahead of a potential Ukraine peace settlement, BBC News says.
3 Nov 2026
World
Russian airstrike on Komyshuvakha kills 24, leaves dozens missing
BBC News says a barrage of 3,000kg bombs hit a humanitarian centre in Zaporizhzhia, killing 24 and injuring five while rescue work is hampered by drone attacks.
2 Nov 2026
World
Ukraine accuses Russia of hacking air‑raid alert app after false warnings
Ukraine's air force says a cyber‑intrusion caused its alert app to issue bogus nuclear, chemical and missile alerts, and blames Moscow.
2 Nov 2026
World
Ukraine’s emergency alert app compromised, sends fake radiation warnings; Russia reports similar breach
Ukraine’s air‑raid alert system was hacked on Sunday, issuing false radiation, chemical and street‑fighting alerts before being cleared, and Russian officials later confirmed a cyber‑attack on their own alert app.
2 Nov 2026
World
United States authorises $2.1bn Patriot missile package for Ukraine
Washington approved a sale of 500 PAC‑3 interceptors, funded by European allies, to bolster Kyiv’s defence against Russian ballistic strikes.
30 Oct 2026
World
Evacuation of Oleshky starts under new ceasefire as residents choose to stay or leave
A four‑hour window and a fleet of buses enable up to 750 people to exit the Russian‑occupied town, while several hundred remain amid limited services.
30 Oct 2026
World
Kherson enjoys brief calm as US‑brokered ceasefire pauses fighting
A temporary ceasefire negotiated by the United States has given Kherson its first days of quiet in years, but residents warn the lull ends Sunday and combat could resume.
30 Oct 2026
World
Russian drone strike forces evacuation of Kharkiv's elderly and children
A night‑time drone attack in Kharkiv prompted authorities to move vulnerable residents to safety, highlighting civilian risks in the ongoing war.
28 Oct 2026
World
Humanitarian pause widened to cover the whole Kherson region
A cease‑fire first limited to Oleshky has been extended across all of Kherson, with both sides reporting no violations so far.
27 Oct 2026
World
Melania Trump‑mediated ceasefire launches in Ukraine’s south amid renewed Kyiv strikes
A limited truce in southern Ukraine, arranged by former U.S. first lady Melania Trump, began early Tuesday as missile attacks continued over the capital.
27 Oct 2026
World
Russia pledges humanitarian passage to besieged Oleshky town
Moscow announces plans for a safe corridor to deliver aid to Oleshky, where residents have resorted to foraging for survival amid constant danger.
26 Oct 2026
Business
Ukraine Refutes Musk’s Accusation of Starlink Terms Breach in Drone Strikes
Kyiv says commercial Starlink limits make the alleged medium‑range strike usage impossible, countering Elon Musk’s claim.
26 Oct 2026
World
SpaceX reinstates Ukraine's Starlink after brief suspension
Elon Musk explained the temporary cut was due to alleged military use, and the satellite internet service is now back online, BBC News reports.
25 Oct 2026
Business
SpaceX reinstates high‑speed Starlink for Ukraine after service pause
The satellite provider restored full connectivity on Oct. 24, 2026, ending a disruption that had hampered Ukrainian military communications.
25 Oct 2026
Technology
Starlink service resumes normal operation in Ukraine after brief slowdown
SpaceX’s satellite internet returns to full capacity in Ukraine, ending a short‑lived throttling episode reported by TechCrunch.
24 Oct 2026
World
Eight Dead as Russian Aerial Assaults Sweep Ukraine
A wave of Russian drones, missiles and aerial bombs has left eight people dead and dozens wounded across the country, Kyiv says.
28 Sept 2026
World
Ukraine Deploys Swarm of Unmanned Vehicles for High‑Risk Operations
The Kyiv government launches an ‘Army of Robots’ to handle logistics, evacuations and combat support, aiming to cut soldier losses.
27 Sept 2026
World
Lavrov declares Russia will press on with Ukraine war until goals are met
The Russian foreign minister affirmed Moscow’s commitment to continue its military campaign in Ukraine until it achieves its stated objectives.
26 Sept 2026
India
Russian drones destroy Kyiv warehouse tied to McDonald's, five fatalities reported
A Times of India report says a drone strike on a McDonald's‑linked storage facility in Ukraine’s capital left five people dead.
26 Sept 2026
World
Washington pushes to restart Russia‑Ukraine ceasefire negotiations
The United States is urging a renewal of talks aimed at ending hostilities, even as Russian attacks hit eight Ukrainian regions.
25 Sept 2026
World
Knife attack at Polish abbey leaves one dead and four injured
A 31‑year‑old Ukrainian assailant stabbed a priest and worshippers in a historic abbey near the border, prompting condemnation from Kyiv.
24 Sept 2026
World
Poland blames sabotage for Starlink fire, Denmark warns of growing Russian danger
A blaze at a Polish Starlink hub, suspected to be sabotage, raises concerns as Denmark highlights an escalating Russian threat to regional security.
24 Sept 2026
World
Overnight oil and energy strikes swap between Russia and Ukraine as Zelensky lands in Washington
Video evidence shows both sides hitting oil and power sites, while Ukraine's president seeks U.S. support.
22 Sept 2026
World
Cyber intrusions hit Russia’s parliamentary polling on day two, officials say
Russian authorities say powerful cyberattacks disrupted the second day of the State Duma election, the first vote since the Ukraine invasion.
19 Sept 2026
World
Poland raises alert level after Russian strikes on Black Sea vessels
Al Jazeera reports that Russia’s missile attacks killed eight in Ukraine and targeted two ships, prompting Poland to heighten its defenses.
19 Sept 2026
World
U.S. Enacts Broad Sanctions on Russia to Pressure Ukraine Conflict Funding
President Donald Trump signed a sweeping sanctions package aimed at cutting off financial resources for Russia’s war in Ukraine, Al Jazeera reports.
19 Sept 2026
India
Explosions ripple through Kyiv as missile strike hits the capital
A fresh missile barrage rattled Kyiv, prompting alerts and raising concerns for residents and foreign nationals alike.
18 Sept 2026
World
Russian missile and drone raids wound at least 19 people across Ukraine
Air strikes on Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia and Odesa left a minimum of 19 civilians injured, Al Jazeera says.
17 Sept 2026
World
US Congress approves broad sanctions package aimed at Russia
The legislation, the first Ukraine‑supporting sanctions bill in over two years, moves through both chambers with bipartisan backing.
17 Sept 2026
World
NATO Announces Boosted Aid to Ukraine Following Train Attack Near Russian Border
Alliance says Russian strike on a Warsaw‑bound train will not deter its commitment to Kyiv.
14 Sept 2026
World
Ukrainian UAV slips past Russian helicopter to hit oil tanker
Ukraine released video showing a drone dodge Russian fire before striking a Russian-flagged oil carrier, underscoring the expanding role of unmanned aircraft in the conflict.
14 Sept 2026
World
Russia’s cross‑border attacks spark accusations of escalation from Poland and Ukraine
Poland and Ukraine condemned a Russian strike on a train near their shared border, saying it marks a dangerous rise in hostilities.
13 Sept 2026
World
Ukrainian cargo ships and steel mills hit in fresh Russian assault
Russia's defence ministry says its forces have targeted multiple industrial sites across Ukraine, including vessels and steel factories.
12 Sept 2026
World
Russian shelling of Pavlohrad mall kills five and wounds dozens
A Russian strike on a shopping centre in Pavlohrad killed five people and injured 67, marking the third mall attack in recent days.
11 Sept 2026
