Russia bombards Ukraine urban areas as armed convoy stalls
Russia's defence ministry urged residents to flee, saying it would strike areas used by Ukraine's security services and communications.
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The statement also dismissed Pyongyang’s claim that the missile launch was to develop a reconnaissance satellite.
Japan on alert amid provocations by China, N. Korea, Russia
In addition to North Korea’s recent missile launch, China and Russia have stepped up activity in the waters and airspace around Japan.
China: US ‘show of support’ for Taiwan futile
The spokesperson urged the US to abide by the one-China principle and the provisions of the three China-US joint communiques.
UN General Assembly meets to isolate Russia over Ukraine invasion
While General Assembly resolutions are non-binding, they carry political weight.
‘No reason to change’ nuclear alert levels, US after Russia threats
Russia's defence ministry previously said its nuclear missile forces had been placed on enhanced combat duty.
Huge Russian military convoy near Ukraine’s capital Kyiv stretches for miles
Moscow faces increasing international isolation as talks to resolve the conflict failed to make a breakthrough.
North Korea says it conducted “important test” for developing spy satellite
Pyongyang also said it will “operate a military reconnaissance satellite in the near future.
Putin puts Russia’s nuclear forces on high alert; US calls move ‘unacceptable’
While Mr Putin's order does not mean he is ordering Russia to prepare for a nuclear strike, it raised concern.
North Korea fires ballistic missile, resumes show of force after month-long hiatus
The launch came at a sensitive time after a 28-day hiatus of weapons tests during the Beijing Winter Olympics that ended on Feb 20.