Ukraine wins release of 144 soldiers in biggest prisoner swap of war
Majority of them were badly wounded, suffering from gunshot and shrapnel wounds, blast traumas, burns, fractured bones and amputated limbs.
Thu Jun 30 2022
More than 1,000 Ukrainian prisoners sent to Russia for investigation - Tass
The Ukrainian soldiers who surrendered in the city of Mariupol have been transferred to Russia for investigation.
Wed Jun 08 2022
More Ukraine fighters surrendering in Mariupol, Russia says
Moscow said nearly 700 more Ukrainian fighters had surrendered in Russian-held Mariupol as it shored up a key gain in the south.
Thu May 19 2022
Ukrainian troops evacuate from Mariupol, ceding control to Russia
Ukrainian soldiers, many wounded, bussed to Russian-held towns.
Tue May 17 2022
Ukrainian fighter trapped in Mariupol steel plant asks Elon Musk for help
Volina appeals via Twitter to SpaceX billionaire Elon Musk to help evacuate them.
Thu May 12 2022
Ukraine's military says Russian forces are trying to storm Azovstal plant
Russian forces attempted to storm the Ukrainian-held Azovstal steel plant in the besieged southeastern city of Mariupol.
Mon Apr 25 2022
Ukrainian fighters hold on as Putin claims victory in Mariupol
Putin orders his troops to blockade a giant steel works where the Ukrainians are holding out.
Fri Apr 22 2022
Mariupol mayor says lives of city's trapped residents are in Putin's hands
Under heavy bombardment, citizens who did not flee suffers without electricity, heating or water.
Fri Apr 22 2022
Putin calls off plan to storm Mariupol plant, opts for blockade instead
Moscow urges Ukrainian forces to surrender, pledges medical care.
Thu Apr 21 2022
Ukrainians defy Russian surrender demand in Mariupol on 'Easter of war'
Moscow said its forces had almost completely seized in what would be its biggest prize of the nearly two-month war.
Mon Apr 18 2022
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024