Russia steps up assault on eastern Ukraine
Although Russian forces were pushed out of northern Ukraine last month, they are still heavily entrenched in the east.
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Russia blasted as Ukraine calls ‘karma’
Russia is reporting blasts in the south of the country, in what a top Ukrainian official has described as "payback" and "karma" for Moscow's invasion.
Ukraine ambassador warns of domino effect
Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has appealed for more military assistance, warning of future threats to the Indo-Pacific.
Russia announces ceasefire in Mariupol
Russia says it is allowing a humanitarian corridor for civilians to leave a steel plant in the besieged Ukrainian port city of Mariupol.
‘Waterproof’ Queenslanders mark Anzac Day
Thousands endured wet weather to surround the Shrine of Remembrance and pay their respects in the heart of Brisbane.
Anzac services return amid Ukraine plight
Australians have gathered in large numbers at events across the country and overseas to mark Anzac Day, as war once again threatens Europe.
Thousands pack Sydney ANZAC rites
The loosening of COVID-19 restrictions has renewed the spirit and emotion at Sydney's Anzac Day commemorations as a large crowd packed the city.
Veteran hopeful Anzac legacy will live on
A Vietnam veteran who led Melbourne's Anzac Day march is hopeful young people will continue the legacy of Australia's servicemen and women.
Anzac Day services return in full capacity
The 107th anniversary of the Anzac landing at Gallipoli in Turkey will be marked by commemorations across the country and the world.
US pledges more assistance to Ukraine
Visiting US officials have pledged further aid to Ukraine and other countries fearful of Russian aggression, praising its resilience to attacks on the capital.
Anzac coo-ee echoes in country Australia
Men walked from country towns to the city to enlist in WWI, in what became known as the Coo-ee March. One hundred years on, they continue to inspire.
Top US official Blinken to visit Ukraine
Ukraine's President Voldymyr Zelenskiy is due to meet with top US officials to discuss weapons as Moscow renews its assault on Mariupol and attacks Odessa.
Russia renews assault on Mariupol factory
Russia has renewed attacks on the last Ukrainian defenders holed up in a giant steel works in the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol, Ukrainian officials say.
Growing evidence of war crimes in Ukraine
The UN human rights office says evidence is growing of war crimes having been perpetrated during Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Full control of Donbas next Russia target
The next phase of Russia's invasion of its neighbour will focus on taking full control of Donbas and southern Ukraine, a senior military commander has confirmed
Possible mass graves near Mariupol
Hours after Russia claimed victory in the battle for Mariupol, satellite images have emerged showing what appear to be mass graves near the Ukrainian city.
Putin calls off storming of Mariupol plant
Russian troops have been ordered to seal all exits from the Azovstal steelworks in Mariupol, with Vladimir Putin saying storming the facility is "unnecessary".
Ukraine, US walk out on Russia at G20
Finance ministers from several countries have reportedly temporarily left the G20 meeting in Washington DC due to Russia's participation.
Mariupol pause, eastern Ukraine bombarded
Russia has walked back plans to storm a besieged steel plant in the city of Mariupol, as Vladimir Putin's troops continue to bombard cities in Ukraine's east.
Rio Tinto backs Russian, Ukrainian workers
Rio Tinto says it is offering support to workers of Ukrainian and Russian heritage and has committed $US5 million ($A6.8 million) to humanitarian agencies.
Deadline expires, no surrender in Mariupol
Ukrainian forces defending a steelworks in the besieged city of Mariupol say they may have just hours left as Russia's latest surrender ultimatum expires.
One dead as Sri Lanka police fire on demos
One person has dead after Sri Lankan police used tear gas and opened fire on protesters as diesel prices jumped 64 per cent and petrol rose by 33 per cent.
Russia seizes Ukrainian city of Kreminna
Kreminna, a city of 18,000 southeast of the capital Kyiv, has become the first to be captured by Russian forces in a new offensive in the east of Ukraine.
Russia’s Azovstal ultimatum: submit or die
Ukrainian fighters at the Azovstal steel plant in the besieged city of Mariupol have been given an ultimatum from Russian forces to leave the site unarmed.
Russia steps up eastern Ukraine offensive
Ukraine's defences are being stretched along the eastern frontline as Russia steps up its military offensive to establish full control over the Donbas region.
Blasts rock Ukraine as bodies line streets
Russia says its forces have hit hundreds of targets in Ukraine overnight while authorities in the western city of Lviv say a missile attack there killed seven.
Silence as Mariupol surrender window opens
There have been no reports of activity in the strategic city of Mariupol following a Russian ultimatum warning Ukrainian forces to lay down their arms.
Mariupol may scupper peace talks -Zelensky
If the Ukrainian fighters who remain in Mariupol are killed by Russian forces, it could spell the end of peace talks, President Zelensky says.
Russia presses offensive in Ukraine
Moscow has followed through on its threat of more long-range attacks on Ukrainian cities after the sinking of its Black Sea flagship.
Russia ‘hits Kyiv factory’ after ship sunk
Russia has struck what it described as a Kyiv factory making anti-ship missiles in apparent retaliation to the sinking of its flagship Moskva in the Black Sea.
New sanctions for 14 Russian businesses
Australia has slapped fresh sanctions on 14 Russian state-owned businesses in the wake of the Ukrainian invasion.