Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,381
These are the key developments from day 1,381 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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Modi “strengthens his own position” with Putin meeting
“[Modi is] not going to change the direction of Indian foreign policy because [the] Trump administration does not like i
Published On 5 Dec 2025
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Israel “art-washing its war crimes” through Eurovision
Dorien Ballout on the boycott by the Netherlands and other countries of Eurovision 2026 after Israel allowed to compete.
Published On 5 Dec 2025
Russia increasingly belligerent as truce talks flounder, Ukraine war rages
As peace efforts fail to bear fruit, the Russian leader threatens Odesa and Mykolaiv – and warns of wider war on Europe.
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Ukrainian diver Lyskun switches allegiance to Russia, loses all medals
Ukrainian officials termed Lyskun’s switch ‘categorically unacceptable’ and have stripped her all of medals and awards.
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China, France pledge cooperation as Xi joins Macron in trip to Chengdu
French leader Macron says he was ‘very touched’ by Xi’s gesture to accompany him to Chengdu – a departure from protocol.
Putin pledges ‘uninterrupted’ fuel shipment to India amid US sanctions
Russian and Indian leaders agree to reshape their defence ties to take account of New Delhi’s push for ‘self-reliance’.
Russia continues tech crackdown by blocking Snapchat, FaceTime access
Russian internet regulator Roskomnadzor accused both platforms of being used ‘to organise and carry out terrorist acts’.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,380
These are the key developments from day 1,380 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
La Liga leaders Barcelona seek to reverse away-day blues at Real Betis
Table-topping Barcelona look to move four points clear of Real Madrid but Real Betis eye their own La Liga ambitions.
