Screams from Russia's alleged torture basements still haunt Ukraine's Kherson These are just some of the chilling accounts from Ukrainians in Kherson after 8 1/2 months under Russian occupation. Jason Beaubien
Italy has been a strong supporter of Ukraine — but that is starting to change Though Italy's new prime minister vows to continue the country's staunch support for Ukraine, much of the public is critical of Italian weapons deliveries and analysts say the government may waver. Sylvia Poggioli
Russia says it's withdrawing from the key city of Kherson, but Ukraine is skeptical Russia announced a withdrawal from Kherson, Ukraine, but the Ukrainian government said there's "no signs" Russian forces left without a fight. Jason Beaubien
Russia rejoins U.N. deal to ship grain from Ukraine, easing food insecurity concerns Russia, which had suspended participation over the weekend, says the grain deal is back on after assurances that shipping corridors would not be used for military purposes. Fatma Tanis
Millions of Ukrainians have escaped the war. Many still can't find enough work Sixty percent of Ukrainians who fled their homes for other parts of the country have lost their jobs, as Russia's invasion has upended industries and destroyed businesses. Nathan Rott
An intense global scramble is on to keep Ukraine grain deal alive, as Russia pulls out Countries are scrambling to salvage a deal allowing Ukraine to export grain, after Russia said it pulled out indefinitely, a decision that risks worsening global hunger. Fatma Tanis
In the battle for Kherson, Ukrainian infantry officers say don't underestimate Russia Ukrainian forces have made significant gains in recent weeks, recapturing wide swaths of territory in the east and northeast. Now they're bracing for what may be one of their toughest battles yet. Franco Ordoñez
Another casualty of Russia's war: Some Ukrainians no longer trust their neighbors The war in Ukraine hasn't only destroyed lives and buildings. It's also ripped apart trust in communities that endured Russian occupation. Neighbors now see each other as collaborators with the enemy. Franco Ordoñez
Saudi Arabia's siding with Russia on oil cuts causes a rift with Washington The decision by the OPEC+ group of oil producers, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, has created a breach in U.S.-Saudi relations, with members of Congress calling to retaliate. Jackie Northam
Ukrainians are miffed to share the Peace Prize with Russian and Belarusian winners While the Ukrainian organization that won is celebrating, many Ukrainians are upset they need to share the award with countries that have been aggressive against them. Julian Hayda
