Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 5)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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COVID-19 cases soar in New Zealand, in dramatic shift
New Zealand was once heralded for its handling of COVID-19. But these days, infections are rising and the government is having to cope with unrest from anti-vaccination protesters.
People are booking Airbnbs in Ukraine — not to stay, but to lend their support
As the idea spread, more than 61,000 nights were booked, grossing nearly $2 million. One host in Kyiv says the donations have helped pay staffers who have fled and buy food for elderly neighbors.
The State Department tells Americans to leave Russia immediately
The new travel advisory was issued over heightened security concerns in the country as Russian military forces carry out an "unprovoked and unjustified attack" in Ukraine.
An anti-war protester in Moscow says the risk of arrest is worth it
Yulia Zhivtsova has been taking to the streets to oppose Russia's invasion of Ukraine. She wants future generations to know: "You see? I was out there. I was protesting. I was against this."
India's ruling party says crime is down. Muslims say they've never felt less safe
India's Hindu nationalists say they've drastically cut crime in Uttar Pradesh, where key elections are underway. Human rights advocates say there's been a spike in police brutality against minorities.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine enters its 10th day
An attempted ceasefire in southern Ukraine was intended to allow for the evacuation of two cities. But Russian forces resumed their bombardment before all civilians could get out.
With the war, a Ukrainian art show gains new meaning
Gallery owners Julia and Max Voloshyn came to Miami five months ago to exhibit the work of Ukrainian artists. Now that Russia has invaded their homeland, they can't go back.
Russian law bans journalists from calling Ukraine conflict a 'war' or an 'invasion'
In order to control what the Russian public knows about invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin has signed a law that imposes stiff sentences on journalists who air "false information."
The Russian-Ukraine conflict could strengthen neo-fascist groups in both countries
Experts have roundly dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's suggestion that Nazism is prevalent in Ukraine. Still, they worry the war may strengthen neo-fascist groups in both countries.