Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (May 6)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Europe
Inside the Azovstal factory: Ukrainians 'only hope for a miracle'
The close-quarter battle inside the steel plant — the last Ukrainian stronghold of the strategic port city of Mariupol --appeared increasingly desperate.
News brief: access to abortion, jobless report preview, Northern Ireland election
If Roe v. Wade is over turned, certain groups of people would be disproportionately affected. Unemployment data is released Friday. Results are expected Friday in Northern Ireland's election.
The European Union is taking aim at Russia's main revenue source: oil
With the European Union countries vowing to stop buying Russian oil, India and China might get some more crude for a discount, but it is not going to make up the lost profits for Russia.
Jill Biden heads to Romania and Slovakia to show support for NATO and Ukraine
Jill Biden's trip to the Slovakia-Ukraine border will be her most high-profile moment yet as first lady. On Mother's Day she meets with Ukrainian mothers and children who fled after Russia's invasion.
U.K. Conservatives lose London strongholds in blow to Boris Johnson
Voting for local councils across the country will be an important barometer for the next national elections.
How a massive steel plant became the center of Ukraine's resistance in Mariupol
The final battle for Mariupol is taking place inside the Azovstal steel plant, a massive coastal complex in the besieged city. Hundreds of civilians are still trapped inside, officials say.
Some Ukrainian refugees in Poland are now starting to return home
The war in Ukraine has forced millions of people to flee their homes. Some refugees in Poland however are now starting to return home.
What's a good word for the welcome given to Ukrainian refugees in Europe? 'Generous'
That's how Paul Spiegel characterizes the reception — and medical services — offered by European nations. He spent 7 weeks on the scene for the World Health Organization to assess the situation.
Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (May 5)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.