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Ukraine Officials Warn Power Cut at Chernobyl Plant May Lead to Radioactive Leak
The decommissioned nuclear plant was reportedly disconnected from the power grid by Russian forces.
Ukrainian Activist: War Brings Rise in Sexual Violence and Anti-Trans Oppression
Many trans Ukrainians face passport-related barriers to fleeing the country.
Russia’s Disinformation Machine Runs So Deep, Some Don’t Know War Is Happening
Meanwhile, in the United States, we contend with the ongoing disinformation of Trumpism.
Russian Invasion Isn’t a Cold War Replay. It Could Portend Something Worse.
The risk of war is growing in many places across the globe.
Ilhan Omar Criticizes Biden Visit to Saudi Arabia Over Oil as “Wildly Immoral”
As the U.S. mulls banning Russian oil imports, it is considering asking Saudi Arabia to ramp up production.
Sanctions May Sound “Nonviolent,” But They Quietly Hurt the Most Vulnerable
Economic sanctions are a weapon of war, not an alternative to war.
Russia’s Use of Cluster Bombs Should Spur a Global Recommitment to Banning Them
Many of the world's most powerful countries, including the U.S. and Russia, aren't signatories to the cluster bomb ban.
Russian Police Have Arrested More Than 8,000 Antiwar Protesters in 8 Days
Meanwhile, Russia is taking further steps to criminalize independent media.
Fire Is Out at Nuclear Plant Seized by Russian Forces, Officials Watch for Leaks
Ukrainian officials say Russian shelling sparked the fire at the plant.
Youth Climate Activists: Our Answer to War Must Be Radical Exit From Fossil Fuel
Rallied by peers in Ukraine, youth climate activists are planning protests for peace around the world.