More than 1,000 Kenyans and other Africans have been deployed by Russia to fight in Ukraine after being recruited by "rogue" agencies.

Ukrainian forces exploit Russian communication disruptions to mount successful counteroffensive east of Zaporizhzhia, pushing back enemy advances.

President Trump pushed Volodymyr Zelensky to "get moving" on a deal ahead of a new round of U.S.-brokered negotiations this week.

Russia is stepping up covert attacks across Europe — rail sabotage, drones, cyberstrikes — testing NATO. Polish officials warn "disposable agents" are sowing fear and weakening support for Ukraine.

The humble cucumber, a favourite in Russian salads and meals, is the latest staple to suddenly skyrocket in price, angering consumers and stirring up politicians and regulators keen to tamp down any popular discontent at a time of war.

His comments come as the Caribbean island nation grapples with a worsening economic crisis.

Russia has lost 970 soldiers killed and wounded over the past day, bringing its total number of personnel losses to 1,257,880. Details: The total combat losses of the Russian forces between 24 February 2022 and 20 February 2026 are estimated to be as follows [figures in parentheses represent the latest losses – ed.]: