Fighting in Ukraine must stop: UN chief
The only true solution is peace, said UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
Duterte to hold ‘special meeting’ to discuss Russia-Ukraine crisis
The Philippines has voted in favor of a United Nations resolution expressing “explicit condemnation” of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
China’s UN envoy calls for direct negotiations on Ukraine crisis
He also stressed that the immediate priority is for all parties concerned to exercise necessary restraint.
Facebook, Instagram demoting content posted by state-controlled Russian media
Tech and social media companies have faced pressure to respond to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.
Japan’s anti-nuke groups condemn Putin’s nuclear threat
“We must prevent nuclear weapons from being used,” said Kunihiko Sakuma, 77, who heads a major hibakusha organization.
Russia says to continue operation in Ukraine until goals achieved
On Tuesday (March 1), a massive airstrike conducted by Russian forces hit the center of Ukraine's second-largest city Kharkiv.
SWIFT banking boycott won’t be too effective in hurting Russia: Thai economist
He said Russia’s banking system is not completely cut off, and Moscow could also turn to cryptocurrency to minimise the impact.
Singapore sanctions on Russia unlikely to hurt firms here, but crisis still poses challenges
Analysts say the measures will likely lead to higher costs for companies and worsen supply chain disruptions.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: Will Asean matter?
The writer says the sooner Asean disabuses itself from the notion of Asean centrality, the better.
War won’t end Russia-Ukraine row: Cambodia PM
He also urged both countries to hold peaceful negotiations, saying that it was in their mutual interests, thereby achieving “real” peace.