NewsNewsWar in UkraineUkraine's parliament and half of Kyiv with no heating after Russian strikesPresident Zelensky says Russia has started using "far more" ballistic missiles in its attacks on Ukraine.2 days agoEuropeZelensky says Ukraine's air defence supplies 'insufficient'The president said several air defence systems were without missiles until a shipment on Friday morning.6 days agoEurope'We were tricked': How one woman lures foreign men to fight on Russia's front lineRecruits tell the BBC an ex-teacher who operates on Telegram misled them, saying they could avoid combat.13 Jan 2026EuropeLast year was Ukraine's deadliest for civilians since 2022, UN saysConflict-related violence killed at least 2,514 civilians last year, the UN's monitoring mission in Ukraine said.13 Jan 2026EuropeUnder fire from the sea, families in Odesa try to escape Russian barrageUkraine's third largest city has come under sustained attack on its ports in a Russian bid to sap morale.6 days agoEuropeZelensky declares energy emergency as biting cold persistsThe move comes as US President Donald Trump said Ukraine is "less ready" than the Russian president to make a peace deal.7 days agoEuropeNo power or water and -19C: Kyiv seeks relief from Russian strikes and coldResidents of Ukraine's capital talk about their difficulties keeping warm and enduring power outages, as Russian attacks deepen the energy crisis.14 Jan 2026EuropeAnalysisThe 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace dealTwo of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.Rich and voiceless: How Putin has kept Russia's billionaires on side in the warWestern sanctions have failed to turn the uber-rich into opponents, and Putin's policies have turned them into silent backers.Trump and Zelensky appear more upbeat - but show little evidence that peace is near for UkraineAlthough both leaders express optimism in Florida there is no indication of progress, writes the BBC's Vitaliy Shevchenko.Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with RussiaHow Russia's gradual gains in the face of fierce Ukrainian opposition have affected the front line in recent months.EU agrees €90bn loan for Ukraine as Putin tells BBC the West is 'making Russia the enemy'European leaders reached the deal after failing to agree on using frozen Russian assets valued at €210bn.On the groundWatch: Fishing on a frozen river for respite from the war in UkraineOn the frozen surface of Kyiv's River Dnipro, men are fishing to take their minds off the war with Russia.Romance and parenthood feel remote in Ukraine: 'I haven't had a date since before the war'Tumbling marriage and birth rates are shaping the future of a country whose population was already falling.Inside Kyiv's 'invincibility train' for residents left without powerThe trains are designed to boost public morale and provide some comfort, as a bitter winter coincides with intensifying Russian attacks.Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever as US pushes for peace dealA steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.Border villagers abducted and taken to Russia, says UkraineUkraine has tried to evacuate areas of Sumy region near the Russian border, but many civilians have refused to leave.Latest updates5 hrs ago'It's all about the land': Zelensky says Ukraine to talk to US and RussiaThe meeting came as US envoy Steve Witkoff headed to Moscow for a meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin.5 hrs ago2 days agoUkraine's parliament and half of Kyiv with no heating after Russian strikesPresident Zelensky says Russia has started using "far more" ballistic missiles in its attacks on Ukraine.2 days ago2 days agoUsed candles turned into stoves for UkraineMark Stevens has collected more than 1,000kg of candles for Ukraine.2 days ago4 days agoUkraine baby hat appeal temporarily on pauseThe appeal is temporarily on pause due to a logistical issue, bosses say.4 days ago5 days agoWatch: Fishing on a frozen river for respite from the war in UkraineOn the frozen surface of Kyiv's River Dnipro, men are fishing to take their minds off the war with Russia.5 days ago6 days agoUnder fire from the sea, families in Odesa try to escape Russian barrageUkraine's third largest city has come under sustained attack on its ports in a Russian bid to sap morale.6 days ago6 days agoZelensky says Ukraine's air defence supplies 'insufficient'The president said several air defence systems were without missiles until a shipment on Friday morning.6 days ago6 days ago'I want to be deported' - Russia's foreign recruits in UkraineWith little military experience, Khalil went to war to support his family and ended up captured and forgotten in prison, with no prisoner swap.6 days ago7 days agoZelensky declares energy emergency as biting cold persistsThe move comes as US President Donald Trump said Ukraine is "less ready" than the Russian president to make a peace deal.7 days ago...
