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Ukrainian players ask WTA to take a stand on invasion
Two Ukrainian women tennis players aimed a swing at the WTA on Monday when they criticised the organisation for not taking a position on the Russian invasion of their country.
Russia expelled from World Cup as FIFA and UEFA hand down bans
Russia has been expelled from the World Cup after being suspended from all international competitions "until further notice", FIFA and UEFA announced in a joint statement on Monday, while European football's governing body also ended its partnership with Russian energy giant Gazprom.
![Ukrainian refugees flood Poland where warm soup and solidarity await](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/9f/47/dc/Ukrainian-refugees-flood-Poland-whe-210472_small.jpg)
Ukrainian refugees flood Poland where warm soup and solidarity await
Yelena Kleban's life was turned upside down in a matter of minutes when Russian bombs fell on her hometown of Lviv, but the Ukrainian refugee says the welcome she has received in Poland is beyond her expectations.
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UN Security Council extends Yemen arms embargo to all Huthi rebels
The UN Security Council voted Monday to extend to all of Yemen's Huthi fighters an arms embargo that until now targeted only some leaders of the rebel group.
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Russia's nuclear force, the world's biggest
President Vladimir Putin's order to place Russia's strategic forces on high alert has served as a stark reminder that he commands what experts agree is the world's biggest nuclear arsenal.
![Chelsea face uncertain future after years of Abramovich-backed glory](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/25/59/d4/Chelsea-face-uncertain-future-after-666801_small.jpg)
Chelsea face uncertain future after years of Abramovich-backed glory
"Your input and passion made it possible," Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel told Roman Abramovich as the pair celebrated a 19th trophy of the Russian billionaire's reign as owner at the Club World Cup earlier this month.
![Isolated Russia defends Ukraine war at UN General Assembly](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/77/83/87/Isolated-Russia-defends-Ukraine-war-388681_small.jpg)
Isolated Russia defends Ukraine war at UN General Assembly
Facing deepening isolation on the world stage, Russia faced a crucial test of support Monday as the 193 members of the UN General Assembly held an extraordinary debate on a resolution condemning Moscow's "unprovoked armed aggression" in Ukraine.
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'Liveable future' at risk, UN climate report warns
A landmark UN report warned Monday that time had nearly run out to ensure a "liveable future" for all, detailing a horrifying "atlas of human suffering" and warning that far worse was to come.
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Sudanese protester killed as thousands march against coup
A Sudanese protester was shot dead Monday, medics said, during the latest march by thousands who continue to oppose a military coup which took place four months ago.
![IOC calls for ban on Russians from world sport](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/4f/4c/25/IOC-calls-for-ban-on-Russians-from--156644_small.jpg)
IOC calls for ban on Russians from world sport
The International Olympic Committee on Monday urged sports federations and organisers to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials from international events following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
![Up to 250,000 people attend Cologne's Ukraine solidarity march](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/27/9d/f1/Up-to-250-000-people-attend-Cologne-266016_small.jpg)
Up to 250,000 people attend Cologne's Ukraine solidarity march
Up to 250,000 people, many waving Ukrainian flags, marched in the western German city Cologne, turning the traditional Rose Monday carnival celebration into a protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
![Minute's silence as UN General Assembly meets on Russia-Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/a9/09/09/Minute-s-silence-as-UN-General-Asse-644633_small.jpg)
Minute's silence as UN General Assembly meets on Russia-Ukraine
The United Nations opened a rare emergency special session of the General Assembly on Monday to discuss Russia's invasion of Ukraine by observing a minute of silence for those killed in the conflict.
![Trenches and Molotov cocktails: Kyiv digs in for war](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/6d/a9/96/Trenches-and-Molotov-cocktails--Kyi-460634_small.jpg)
Trenches and Molotov cocktails: Kyiv digs in for war
The young Ukrainian filmmaker stood over a trench with a rifle while his friends prepared Molotov cocktails. Kyiv's exhausted but defiant residents are digging in for war.
!['No future': Rostov's young overcome fear to protest Ukraine war](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/e2/53/8f/-No-future---Rostov-s-young-overcom-624866_small.jpg)
'No future': Rostov's young overcome fear to protest Ukraine war
At first glance, there is no sign of a demonstration at the central square of Rostov-on-Don, a southwestern Russian city near the border with Ukraine.
![Russia's war on Ukraine: Day five situation on the ground](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/36/c4/47/Russia-s-war-on-Ukraine--Day-five-s-511648_small.jpg)
Russia's war on Ukraine: Day five situation on the ground
On the fifth day of fighting in Ukraine on Monday, defending forces claim that the Russian onslaught has slowed but still aims for Kyiv, while Russia reports progress in the south.
![African govts seek to help nationals flee war in Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/80/f5/8d/African-govts-seek-to-help-national-356365_small.jpg)
African govts seek to help nationals flee war in Ukraine
Nigeria, South Africa and other African governments scrambled on Monday to help their nationals escape the Russian invasion in Ukraine as reports emerged of racist and unfair treatment of their citizens at border crossings.
Energy spikes, ruble and equities dive on Russia fallout
Oil and gas prices surged Monday but the ruble collapsed and European equities sank after world powers imposed new sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
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Iran says awaits West's 'political decisions' in nuclear talks
Western parties have yet to make "political decisions" to conclude talks aimed at restoring the 2015 nuclear deal, Iran said Monday after its chief negotiator returned to Vienna.
![Ukraine calls for 'immediate ceasefire' as talks with Russia open](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/8b/66/f5/Ukraine-calls-for--immediate-ceasef-060669_small.jpg)
Ukraine calls for 'immediate ceasefire' as talks with Russia open
Russia and Ukraine met Monday for their first talks since the outbreak of war last week, with Kyiv demanding an "immediate ceasefire" as the number of refugees fleeing the country hit more than 500,000.
![OPEC+ powerless as Ukraine conflict pushes up prices](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/0a/e8/28/OPEC--powerless-as-Ukraine-conflict-604646_small.jpg)
OPEC+ powerless as Ukraine conflict pushes up prices
The OPEC+ cartel of top oil producers at their monthly meeting on Wednesday are likely to be powerless to rein in prices, which have soared above $100 after member Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
![Airbnb to offer 100,000 free beds for Ukraine refugees](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/44/92/d1/Airbnb-to-offer-100-000-free-beds-f-768643_small.jpg)
Airbnb to offer 100,000 free beds for Ukraine refugees
US vacation-rental platform Airbnb said Monday it would offer free short-term stays to up to 100,000 people fleeing Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
![From bad to worse: key IPCC findings on climate impacts](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/g0/78/39/From-bad-to-worse--key-IPCC-finding-444444_small.jpg)
From bad to worse: key IPCC findings on climate impacts
With nearly half the world population "highly vulnerable" to severe climate shocks and nature facing in some cases irreversible threats, UN experts unveiled Monday a harrowing picture of global warming impacts.
![UN urged to tackle plastic trash 'epidemic' with treaty](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/1f/65/b0/UN-urged-to-tackle-plastic-trash--e-061696_small.jpg)
UN urged to tackle plastic trash 'epidemic' with treaty
The United Nations opened an environment summit in Nairobi on Monday where nations are being urged to adopt the blueprint for a landmark global treaty to reduce plastic pollution.
![Russia, Ukraine set for talks as fighting rages](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/8b/66/f5/Russia--Ukraine-set-for-talks-as-fi-610416_small.jpg)
Russia, Ukraine set for talks as fighting rages
Russia and Ukraine were preparing Monday for their first talks since Moscow's invasion, as fighting raged and Western-led sanctions started to bite with the ruble collapsing.
![Rare UN General Assembly session to have say on Russia](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/a9/09/09/Rare-UN-General-Assembly-session-to-446130_small.jpg)
Rare UN General Assembly session to have say on Russia
Russia will find out just how isolated it is on the world stage Monday as the United Nations holds a rare emergency special session of the General Assembly to discuss whether to condemn Moscow's attack on Ukraine.
!['Another war': Afghan flees Russian bombs in Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/9d/7b/9c/-Another-war---Afghan-flees-Russian-860848_small.jpg)
'Another war': Afghan flees Russian bombs in Ukraine
After leaving Afghanistan a year ago, Ajmal Rahmani believed he had found a haven of peace in Ukraine.
![Putin orders nuclear alert as Ukraine fiercely resists Russian invasion](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/8b/66/f5/Putin-orders-nuclear-alert-as-Ukrai-044494_small.jpg)
Putin orders nuclear alert as Ukraine fiercely resists Russian invasion
Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement that his nuclear forces were on alert sparked outcry in the West as the invading troops faced stiff resistance on Monday.
![North Korea hails 'significant' test in satellite development](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/09/a2/2b/North-Korea-hails--significant--tes-266044_small.jpg)
North Korea hails 'significant' test in satellite development
North Korea said it had carried out a test of "great significance" for developing a reconnaissance satellite, state media reported Monday, a day after Seoul said it had detected a ballistic missile launch.
![Belarus votes to give up non-nuclear status](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/ca/d4/09/Belarus-votes-to-give-up-non-nuclea-900444_small.jpg)
Belarus votes to give up non-nuclear status
Belarusians voted Monday to allow the country to host nuclear weapons and Russian forces permanently, results showed, part of a package of constitutional reforms that also extended the rule of leader Alexander Lukashenko.
Russia facing World Cup exile after 'unacceptable' FIFA plan
Russia's future in the World Cup teetered on a knife-edge Sunday after FIFA plans to allow them to play on neutral territory were dismissed as "unacceptable" by rivals, plunging the qualifying process for football's showpiece event into chaos.
![Ukraine vows no 'capitulation' at talks, Putin orders nuclear alert](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/8b/66/f5/Ukraine-vows-no--capitulation--at-t-066686_small.jpg)
Ukraine vows no 'capitulation' at talks, Putin orders nuclear alert
Ukraine vowed not to give ground at talks with Moscow on Sunday as Ukrainian forces resisted a Russian invasion four days in and Moscow put its nuclear forces on high alert.
![Helpful Hungarians rush to aid of fleeing Ukrainians](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/88/09/25/Helpful-Hungarians-rush-to-aid-of-f-966594_small.jpg)
Helpful Hungarians rush to aid of fleeing Ukrainians
With bowls of goulash, offers of free lodging and rides to Budapest, or just a hug and kind word, Hungarians have rushed to the Ukrainian border to help refugees fleeing the Russian invasion.
![Ukrainian brewery switches from beer to Molotov cocktails](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/95/e4/d5/Ukrainian-brewery-switches-from-bee-115431_small.jpg)
Ukrainian brewery switches from beer to Molotov cocktails
In an industrial part of western Ukraine's main city Lviv, employees at the Pravda brewery have responded to the Russian invasion by switching from producing beer to Molotov cocktails.
![UN votes to hold emergency General Assembly session on Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/3e/cb/8d/UN-votes-to-hold-emergency-General--799744_small.jpg)
UN votes to hold emergency General Assembly session on Ukraine
The United Nations Security Council voted Sunday to hold a rare emergency special session of the General Assembly to discuss Russia's attack on Ukraine.
![World Cup ban? Star donates prize money: Sport reacts to Russian invasion of Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/47/79/75/World-Cup-ban--Star-donates-prize-m-659415_small.jpg)
World Cup ban? Star donates prize money: Sport reacts to Russian invasion of Ukraine
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has sparked widespread reaction in the sports world, with demands even for the country to be booted out of this year's World Cup.
![Russia face World Cup ban threat as sport turns yellow and blue for Ukraine](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/dc/36/ac/Russia-face-World-Cup-ban-threat-as-149851_small.jpg)
Russia face World Cup ban threat as sport turns yellow and blue for Ukraine
Russia faced calls to be banished from the 2022 World Cup on Sunday as Moscow edged towards becoming a sports pariah following its invasion of Ukraine.
![Iraq says to host World Cup qualifier as FIFA lifts ban](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/10/58/b1/Iraq-says-to-host-World-Cup-qualifi-996646_small.jpg)
Iraq says to host World Cup qualifier as FIFA lifts ban
Iraq and the United Arab Emirates will play their 2022 World Cup qualifier in Baghdad after FIFA lifted its years-long ban on matches in the war-scarred country, Iraqi officials said Sunday.
![US slams Putin nuclear order, says Russian forces have problems](https://www.thenationaltimes.au/media/shared/articles/a2/bb/34/US-slams-Putin-nuclear-order--says--864491_small.jpg)
US slams Putin nuclear order, says Russian forces have problems
The United States condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's nuclear forces alert Sunday, and said his conventional ground forces were experiencing logistical problems in their invasion of Ukraine.
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Taliban staging massive house-to-house sweep across Kabul
The Taliban are conducting a massive security sweep of Kabul and other Afghan cities, their spokesman said Sunday, going house-to-house in search of weapons and criminals blamed for a recent spate of robberies and kidnappings.