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Russia-Ukraine war: NATO, Ukraine to meet over Russian missile strike
Russia says the use of a new hypersonic missile strike on Ukraine was President Vladimir Putin's warning to the West that Moscow will respond to their "reckless" actions in support of Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Russia had "no doubt" that the US had understood the warning from Mr Putin. Ukraine's defence minister, meanwhile, says Kyiv will respond to the ballistic missile attack. The latest missile strike by Russia has led Kyiv to arrange a meeting with NATO.
Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskyy says Moscow used new missile with ICBM features in Ukraine
Kyiv says Russia has launched an intercontinental ballistic missile in a morning attack on Ukraine. This marks the first time Moscow has used such a powerful long-range missile during the nearly three-year war. Dasha Chernyshova and Megumi Lim report.
US shuts embassy in Ukrainian capital Kyiv after warning of 'potential significant' air attack
The US embassy in Kyiv has temporarily shut, after receiving a warning of a "potential significant" air attack. Washington also urged Americans in the Ukrainian capital to be prepared to take shelter in the event of an air alert. There's been growing concerns of a major Russian retaliation, after Ukraine launched long-range ATACMS missiles provided by the US into Russian territory for the first time. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
1,000 days into the Ukraine war, uncertainty lies ahead as Trump era looms
KYIV: Ukrainians are bracing for their third – and possibly most difficult – winter yet since the war started almost three years ago. Russia has been devastating the country’s energy infrastructure with airstrikes targeting power stations and electrical grid facilities, leaving Ukrainians with rolling blackouts and no heating. This comes two months ahead of a political shift in the United States – Ukraine’s biggest backer – following Donald Trump's re-election as president earlier this month.
After 1,000 days of war, what will Trump's presidency mean for Ukraine?
Tomorrow (Nov 19) marks 1,000 since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainians are bracing for the most difficult winter of war -- with looming blackouts and more missile attacks. And, with US President-elect Donald Trump's election win, there are worries about what's next for their country. Megumi Lim reports.
Washington approves Ukraine's use of long-range US missiles to strike inside Russia
Russia has reacted swiftly to Washington's approval of Ukraine's use of US-made weapons on Russian soil. The Kremlin has said this will heighten tensions and further entrench US involvement in the Ukraine war. Russian ally China has renewed calls for a political solution to the conflict. While France and Germany approved of Washington's decision, Hungary warned it would expand the Ukraine war to a "global scale". Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Republicans draw closer to full Congress control after historic Trump win
Republicans are looking at taking full control of the US government after Donald Trump's historic win and flipping at least three states to take the Senate. Right now, Mr Trump's party is just 10 votes shy of a majority in the House of Representatives. Apart from reshaping domestic policies, there is also scrutiny over Mr Trump's plans for foreign relations, in particular how he will deal with wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Simon Marks, Megumi Lim and Giles Gibson report.
South Korea could deploy team to Ukraine to monitor North Korean troops
South Korea has said it could deploy a team to Ukraine to monitor North Korean troop movements in Russia, amid growing concern over Moscow and Pyongyang's deepening military alliance. At least 11,000 troops are estimated to have been sent to Russia, with Seoul reporting more than 3,000 of them deployed close to the front lines. Concerns are also rising as North Korea's top diplomat pays a visit to Russia -- her second trip to the country in six weeks.
Ukrainians tense as US election looms, with military aid on the line
KYIV: Twice a year, Kristina Petrenko visits the Independence Square in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, where flags representing fallen soldiers serve as a stark reminder of the nation’s suffering. She, along with fellow Ukrainians, is on tenterhooks as the United States draws nearer to its Nov 5 presidential election. Many believe the outcome will influence whether they will continue to receive support from their biggest backer since Russia's full-scale invasion began in February 2022.
Ukrainians voice concern over continued US support amid uncertainty
The United States presidential election is fast approaching, and Ukraine is watching it closely. America has been its biggest backer since Russia's full-scale invasion began two years ago, sending billions of dollars in aid crucial for its survival. Now, many Ukrainians are worried about whether support for their country will continue into the next administration. Megumi Lim has more from Kyiv.
South Korea may send arms to Ukraine if North Korea joins Russia's war Original
Ukraine could soon receive military aid from South Korea after U.S. officials confirmed that North Korea deployed thousands of troops to Russia. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said he may consider reviewing his country's ban on supplying lethal arms to Ukraine. South Korea is one of the top arms exporters in the world, but law prohibits Seoul from sending weapons to a country at war or one that is located in a conflict zone.
BRICS summit: UN chief Guterres to meet Putin despite Ukraine's criticism
Discussions at the BRICS summit are ongoing. All eyes are on the planned meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and UN secretary general António Guterres. It will be their first in-person meeting in more than two years. The ongoing Middle East crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war are likely to top the agenda. Ukraine has strongly criticised the UN chief's decision to meet the Russian president. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Seoul calls for immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops allegedly in Russia
Seoul has demanded the immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops allegedly in Russia. It has also warned of a response to any acts that could threaten its core interests. The Russian embassy in South Korea has released a statement, saying that cooperation with the North is not directed against the South's security interest. Seoul's spy agency reported on Friday that some 1,500 North Korea troops are already in Russia, and Pyongyang is planning to send about 12,000 more.
Ukraine’s decade-long fight to stamp out corruption as Kyiv eyes EU membership
World As Ukraine continues to fight against Russian aggression on the frontlines, it is also facing another battle – stamping out corruption. New: You can now listen to articles. KYIV: On the fifth day of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine applied to join the European Union. It became a candidate country four months later, even as Moscow continued its relentless assault.
British PM Starmer to hold meetings with Biden to discuss Ukraine, Middle East
Britain's prime minister has arrived in Washington for talks with the US president. This is Keir Starmer's second visit since winning elections in July. The war in Ukraine and Kyiv's plea for permission to use Western-made long-range missiles against Russia are expected to be the main focus of discussions. Olly Barratt and Megumi Lim report.
Ukraine plans to auction state-owned companies to fund military, boost economy
KYIV: The Ukrainian government is planning to auction off about 20 state-owned companies as part of a privatisation drive to help fund the military and bolster a war-battered economy. Ukraine is hoping to raise at least US$100 million from the auctions later this year, including a large shopping centre, a historic hotel, and several mining and chemical firms. The country is also hoping to cut losses from state-owned enterprises, said the State Property Fund of Ukraine.
Ukraine hoping to raise $100m through privatisation auctions to fund military, bolster economy
According to Ukraine, Russia has stepped up targeting of its energy facilities amid overnight missile strikes. Kyiv has been seeking more aid from its Western allies amid sustained missile and drone attacks in recent weeks. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian government is also planning to auction off around 20 state-owned companies as part of an aggressive push for privatisation. The move is meant to help fund the military and bolster an economy battered by the ongoing war.
Ukraine faces shortage of young men to replenish depleted military ranks amid Russian aggression
World More – and younger – men are being called up to fight. In April, a new law was passed to lower the conscription age from 27 to 25. New: You can now listen to articles. KYIV: Ukraine is facing a demographic crisis as the war continues, with not enough young men to meet the demands of both the battlefield and the workforce.
Ukraine faces demographic crisis with rapidly ageing population
Millions of Ukrainians fled the country when Russia’s full-scale invasion began. A majority of them were young, working-age people, leaving behind an elderly population exposed to the ravages of war - including mass displacement, and falling into poverty. Ukraine is now facing the challenges of taking care of one of the fastest-ageing populations in the world. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Demographic crisis looms over Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine rages on, the country faces a demographic crisis, with a shrinking population due to migration, a plummeting birth rate and fighting that continues to take more lives. The generation facing the biggest threat is young men. There are just not enough to meet the demands of both the battlefield and the workforce. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Russia-Ukraine war: India's Modi pays historic visit to Ukraine
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is treading a careful diplomatic line, as he pays a historic visit to Ukraine amid escalating tensions with Russia. The trip comes just a month after he met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, which attracted fierce criticism from Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says troops advancing deeper into Kursk in Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his troops are continuing to push further into Russia's Kursk region, as Kyiv keeps up its week-long surprise incursion. However, Moscow is contradicting those claims, saying it has halted Ukrainian forces from advancing. Megumi Lim and Dasha Chernyshova report from Kyiv and Moscow respectively.
As Paris Olympics begin this week, Ukraine mourns more than 300 athletes killed in war
KYIV: Freestyle wrestler Iryna Koliadenko was training at a gym in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv in February 2022 when explosions rang out. Russia had just launched a full-scale invasion of her country, attracting international condemnation and causing many Ukrainians to flee for their lives. Koliadenko had to pack her things and go to Irpin – a suburb of Kyiv – to be with her family.
More than 300 athletes killed since start of war in Ukraine
The upcoming Olympics will prove challenging for Ukraine, as the country continues its fight against Russia. Sports officials say more than 300 Ukrainian athletes have died since the start of the war, with hundreds of training facilities damaged or destroyed. CNA's correspondent Megumi Lim spoke to Ukrainian freestyle wrestler Iryna Koliadenko, who shared some of the hurdles she has had to overcome, ahead of the Games.
Kyiv children's hospital likely took 'direct hit' from Russian missile: UN
The United Nations said there's a "high likelihood" that the main children's hospital in Kyiv suffered a "direct hit" from a missile launched by Russia on Monday. The agency analysed video footage of the strike and said the death toll could have been higher if people weren't sheltering in bunkers during the attack. Russia said a surface-to-air missile launched by Ukraine hit the hospital, but Ukraine said it recovered fragments of a Russian missile near the medical facility, following the strike.
Concerns raised about Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland as Russia, China stay away
Resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict will be the focus of a gathering of leaders in Switzerland's Lucerne this weekend. Officials from about 90 states and organisations will be taking part in the peace conference, but organisers said 160 had been invited. Moscow did not get an invitation, while China -- accused by the West of aiding the Russian war effort -- has rejected an invitation.
Ukraine hopes to shore up support at its peace summit shunned by Russia, China
KYIV: Switzerland will host Ukraine’s peace summit this weekend, where Kyiv is hoping to shore up international support for its proposals and to pave the way for an end to the war with Russia on its terms. About 90 countries and international organisations have confirmed their participation at the event which will be held on Saturday (Jun 15) and Sunday at the Buergenstock resort outside the city of Lucerne.
A glimpse of life in Ukraine's capital Kyiv, away from war frontlines
After more than two years, Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, with 18% of the country now controlled by Moscow's forces. Away from the frontlines, ordinary Ukrainians continue to live under the threat of air attacks. Correspondent Megumi Lim has been covering the war since September of last year. She gives a glimpse of what life is like in Kyiv.
Real estate boom takes hold in Kyiv as Ukrainians flee war-torn frontline cities
World Many Ukrainians are looking to settle in Kyiv and western Ukraine, which are considered safer than the war-ravaged east and south of the country. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later. KYIV: In the Kyiv suburb of Irpin, new apartment blocks rise among the remnants of war. Two years ago, the city on Kyiv’s doorstep held out against the early days of Russia’s invasion as Moscow advanced towards the Ukrainian capital.
Ukraine’s real estate market sees surprising boom despite ongoing war
The real estate market in Ukraine is experiencing a surprising boom. It has recovered strongly - in 2023 there was a 70 per cent increase in transactions compared with the first year of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Sales are still lower than in 2021, but the numbers show more Ukrainians are willing to invest in real estate despite the ongoing war. CNA's Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Kyiv to spend up to US$6 billion on weapons production this year
Ukraine has ramped up its domestic arms production as its troops face shortages of weapons on the battlefield. The rush to manufacture more arms follows long delays in western military aid as well as expanded Russian military spending which has given Moscow an edge on the battlefield. Kyiv now says it will be spending up 6 billion dollars on weapons production this year, to meet urgent needs on the frontlines. Megumi Lim gained access to some of the facilities scrambling to produce more.
Ukraine ramps up domestic arms production as troops face weapons shortage on battlefield
KYIV: Ukraine is rushing to manufacture more arms domestically, as its troops face shortages of weapons on the frontlines. It will be spending up to US$6 billion on weapons production this year to meet the urgent need, after long delays in western military aid. This comes as Russia’s expanded defence spending has given it an edge on the battlefield, with its forces continuing to advance in the northeast.
'I can’t say it without tears': Ukraine's new mobilisation law gives little relief to soldiers' loved ones
KYIV: Ukrainian Hanna Bondar had expected that a new mobilisation law, aimed at replenishing her country’s exhausted troops after more than two years of war, would finally allow her husband to return home. Her hopes were dashed last week, however, when the Bill that was ultimately passed in parliament did not specify a time limit for when soldiers can be released from active service.
Ukraine’s new mobilisation law may not spell relief for frontline troops
Ukraine’s parliament recently passed a new mobilisation law aimed at replenishing the country’s depleted troops after more than two years of war with Russia. But with Ukrainian soldiers vastly outnumbered by Russian forces on the frontlines, those who have been fighting since the start of the invasion may have to remain on the battlefield. Megumi Lim reports.
'I will never forgive the Russians for that': Crimea residents long for return to homeland 10 years after annexation
KYIV: This month marks 10 years since Russian President Vladimir Putin annexed Crimea from Ukraine. On Monday (Mar 18), the Russian leader attended a concert at the Red Square in the capital Moscow to mark the anniversary. The Crimean Peninsula in the Black Sea was annexed by Moscow in March 2014, turning the Ukrainian territory into part of Russia almost overnight.
Crimea marks 10 years since Russian annexation
This month marks 10 years since Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine. Russia has continued to build up its military presence in the region, paving the way for the ongoing war. Hundreds of thousands of people who opposed Russian rule fled the Black Sea peninsula -- among them the indigenous Crimean Tatars. Since its annexation, human rights groups said Moscow has been working to silence pro-Ukrainian voices. Megumi Lim reports from Kyiv.
Growing concerns over delayed military aid as Moscow steps up attacks
As Ukraine marked two years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of the country, concerns over delayed military aid have persisted. As Russia continues to launch attacks, the Ukrainian government has called for the speedy construction of fortifications as it switches to a defensive posture.
Kyiv's Siberian Battalion recruits Russians to help fight Moscow | Video
In Ukraine, a group of Russians is training to go into battle against their fellow citizens. The new unit, which is officially part of Ukraine's armed forces, is known as the "Siberian Battalion". Megumi Lim has more from Kyiv.
Russian volunteers join Ukraine’s Siberian Battalion to fight against Putin's troops
World These Russian citizens oppose President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, and have decided to take up arms to fight alongside Ukrainians – against their own homeland. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later. KYIV: On the outskirts of Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, a group of some 30 soldiers practise loading their weapons and firing them at targets in the forest. Soon, they will be taking aim at Russian positions.
Ukraine braces for Russian winter assault on critical energy grid, telecom infrastructure
KYIV: Temperatures have begun to drop below zero in parts of Ukraine as winter sets in. Along with the bitter cold comes renewed fears of Russian attacks on its critical infrastructure in attempts to paralyse the nation. Last year, Russian missiles targeted power plants and electricity transmission systems, plunging entire cities into darkness and without heat in the dead of winter. More than 40 per cent of Ukraine's vital energy infrastructure was damaged or destroyed.
Brain drain dents Ukraine's economy as war drags on
World With 6 million Ukrainians scattered across the globe, their exodus will affect the nation’s job market for years to come, and compound its economic burden, said analysts. New: You can now listen to articles. Sorry, the audio is unavailable right now. Please try again later. KYIV: Millions of people have fled Ukraine since the war began, leaving a shortage of workers to keep the country running. Some have returned, but at least 6 million Ukrainians still remain scattered across the globe.
Ukraine cautiously adapts to a wartime economy as businesses and consumption pick up
KYIV: When lawyer and entrepreneur Illia Yelin set up a small factory making clothes in the eastern Donetsk region a few years ago, he planned to produce workwear for coal miners there. But everything came to a halt when Russia began its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February last year. Mr Yelin left everything behind and fled to Kyiv, where he restarted his business from scratch. “It was challenging because there were no patterns, no templates, and no technology – not even a pattern cutter.
Brain drain dents Ukraine’s economy as war drags on | Video
With the war in Ukraine driving people out, there aren't enough workers to keep the country running. And among those who have stayed, tens of thousands have suffered injuries that will affect their job prospects. Analysts say the brain drain will compound the country's economic burden for years to come. Megumi Lim has more in the last of a three-part series on Ukraine's economy.
World Bank expects Ukraine’s economic output to increase despite war | Video
Ukraine appears to be adapting to a wartime economy, almost two years into Russia's full-scale invasion. People are expanding their businesses and consumers are spending more, despite the ongoing conflict. The country's economic output is still smaller than before the war but the World Bank expects Ukraine’s GDP to increase by around 4 percent next year. Megumi Lim reports.
‘Getting harder to continue this war’: Ukrainians fear Israel-Hamas conflict would divert attention, funding away
KYIV: Ukrainians fear that political divisions in the United States Congress and the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas could divert attention - and funding - away from their country. Ukraine will soon enter its third year of war against Russia, amid concerns that funding from western countries, especially the US, could become harder to come by.
Lifetime cost of HIV management in Australia: an economic model†
RESEARCH ARTICLE (Open Access) Previous Next Online Early Megumi Lim A , Angela Devine A B , Richard T. Gray C , Jisoo A. Kwon C , Jolie L. Hutchinson C and Jason J. Ong A D E F * + Author Affiliations - Author Affiliations A Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Vic., Australia. B Global and Tropical Health Division, Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin, NT, Australia.
For China’s delivery drivers, it's big risks and bigger pressures to keep the nation fed
} This browser does not support the video element. China's food delivery industry offers a vision of the gig economy taken to a chaotic extreme. Story by Gerry Shih | Photos by Yan Cong Videos by Beimeng Fu & Megumi Lim | Nov. 26, 2019 This browser does not support the video element. China is becoming a food-delivery nation. This browser does not support the video element. Across China, hundreds of millions of smartphone users order piping hot meals to their doorstep every day.
The married couples in Hong Kong who live apart
Lam Lok and Jason Chau fell in love when they were working at Disneyland in the summer of 2012. He noticed her outgoing personality and she, his strong back. He asked her out to dinner. She said yes. Three years later, they got married and had a child. But, unlike their romance, their living arrangement is far from a fairy tale. Lok, 31, lives with her parents in North Point, in Hong Kong Island’s Eastern District.
Japan's oracle octopus boiled and butchered
TOKYO (Reuters) - An octopus that successfully predicted all of Japan’s World Cup group stage matches was boiled, butchered and sent away to be sold on June 27, according to the fisherman who originally caught the psychic cephalopod. Rabio the octopus successfully chose the winners of Japan’s matches during three experiments carried out in a paddling pool on June 19, the day of Japan’s first game against Colombia.
Japanese woman hopes Trump-Kim summit will bring news of missing twin
KOFU, Japan (Reuters) - It has been more than 30 years since the identical twin sister of Japanese teacher Misa Morimoto vanished, believed to have been abducted by North Korea. Hopes for her return have often surged and ebbed since, tracing the ups and downs of ties between Tokyo and Pyongyang.
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