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Ukraine and Russia to Face Off at World Court Over Genocide Claim
Ukraine sought provisional measures from the court in 2014 after Russia's annexation of Crimea, and the ICJ ordered both sides not to worsen the dispute.
Ukrainians, Russians Turn to Bitcoin as Sanctions, Invasion Roil Finances
Bitcoin is up more than 25 percent in the past week and was sitting at about $43,800 on Wednesday afternoon.
Russian Tycoon Puts $1M Bounty on Putin’s Head
An earlier version of Konanykhin's post on LinkedIn included a photo of Putin with the words "Wanted: Dead or alive. Vladimir Putin for mass murder,"
‘Nazism Is Born in Silence’ – Zelensky Urges Jews to Shout Against Russia
“I am now addressing the Jews of the world: don’t you see what is happening?” said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Russia Tells VOA To Halt Ukraine Coverage or Be Blocked
The U.S. and allies have imposed an escalating series of sanctions that are strangling Russia's economy.
From Tokyo To New York, Thousands Protest Against Invasion of Ukraine
Other demonstrations were held in Beirut, Tel Aviv, Dublin and Prague.
Biden Sanctions Yemen’s Houthi-Financing Network Amid Increase in Terrorist Attacks
Critics of the administration’s decision say that delisting the Houthis has emboldened the group to carry out terrorist attacks, most recently against a commercial airport in Saudi Arabia on Feb. 10 that injured at least a dozen civilians.
Talk of Imminent Iran Deal Is “Very Premature,” U.S. Official Says
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian said on Wednesday that Iran is "optimistic" but won’t cross its red lines in the Vienna talks.
Trudeau Lifts Emergencies Act After Clearing Freedom Convoy from Ottawa
'We’re ready to confirm that the situation is no longer an emergency,' said Trudeau
NATO Says Russia Planning ‘Full Scale Attack’ On Kyiv, Warns ‘Real Risk’ Of Full-Blown War in Europe
NATO chief said it is not too late for Russia to reverse course