Ukraine Separatist Regions

• Russian-back regions in eastern Ukraine align with Kremlin, block Facebook, Instagram

  Moscow recognized the two regions as independent on Feb. 21, and three days later launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in what it calls a "special military operation."

  World

  May 11, 2022
  
• Why you should say ‘Ukraine’ not ‘the Ukraine’

  There's an important reason why you shouldn't be calling Ukraine 'the Ukraine' and it's one that's mired in a history of changing borders that dates back centuries.

  World

  Feb 25, 2022
  
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• As some Canadians flee Ukraine, others stand ready to fight Russia

  Canadians in Ukraine are fleeing their homes as Russia invades the country, but one Vancouver man says he will remain in Kyiv and fight alongside domestic forces.

  World

  Feb 24, 2022
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• Canadians in Ukraine stay put, despite evacuation orders: ‘It’s the right thing to do’

  Canadian expats in Ukraine say the situation on the ground is 'calm,' as many choose to ignore warnings from Global Affairs Canada to leave as the threat of war with Russia looms.

  Canada

  Feb 23, 2022
• Explained: What is the history of Ukraine’s separatist regions?

  Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday recognized the independence of Moscow-backed rebel regions in eastern Ukraine, which has been embroiled in an eight-year-long war.

  World

  Feb 22, 2022