Ukraine War
Pope Francis Called Out for ‘Racist’ Interview About Russian Soldiers
Activists say they're “shocked and saddened” by Pope Francis’s claim that ethnic minority Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine are the “cruellest”.
Putin Forced This Russian TV Channel to Close – Now It’s Back
VICE World News went behind the scenes of Russia’s only independent TV station, TV Rain, which was forced out of the country for reporting honestly on Ukraine.
Ukraine Has Crowdfunded a $100,000 Bounty on the Russian Accused of Shooting Down Flight MH-17
Igor Girkin has been part of the war in Ukraine since 2014. Now he’s back on the frontlines and Ukraine has put a bounty on his head.
Russia Hits Ukraine with Iranian-Made ‘Kamikaze’ Drones
Three people died in a drone attack on Kyiv on Monday, which Ukraine said was carried out by Iranian Shahed drones.
‘Get the Fuck Out’: Russians Avoiding Ukraine Draft Face Hostility in Ex-Soviet States
People from Central Asian states who live in Russia often face racism. Now, Russians fleeing to neighbouring states are being met with some kindness but also protests.
Russia Strikes Playground in Kyiv After Blaming Ukraine for Crimea Bridge Attack
Russia launched a barrage of missile attacks across Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine, leaving grisly scenes eerily reminiscent of the earliest days of Vladimir Putin’s war.
Ukrainians Are Responding to the Threat of Nukes By Organising an Orgy
After his controversial suggestions for ending the war, the organisers said: “As of today, Elon Musk is persona non grata in Shchekavystsa.”
Look at These Photos of Russians Being Sent to Fight in Ukraine
Vladimir Putin is desperate for more soldiers, but even Kremlin loyalists argue that Ukraine is no country for old men.
Ukrainian Medics Say They’re Being Deliberately Targeted by Russian Forces
First responders tell VICE World News that Russia is using drones, artillery and booby traps to take them out, violating international humanitarian law.
Things Don’t Seem to Be Going Very Well for Vladimir Putin Right Now
From arson attacks at draft centres to furious mothers berating army officers, a faltering war in Ukraine is causing new headaches for the Russian president.
You Can’t Grow Food in This Country and Children Are Dying
While all eyes are on the brutal war in Ukraine, twice as many children in Somalia have died during an intense drought – and few countries seem to care.
Ukrainians Are Falling Victim to Poland’s ‘Hidden War Against Women’
Ukrainian women who fled sexual violence and war are facing the harsh reality of Poland’s almost total ban on abortion.