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War has revealed whole truth about Ukraine, Russia and the world - President Zelensky speech in full in English
War has "revealed the whole truth" about Ukraine, Russia and the world, President Volodomyr Zelensky has said.
Volkswagen, Porsche and Audi open to entering Formula One
Volkswagen and its brands Porsche and Audi are open to entering Formula One, a Volkswagen spokesperson said on Thursday, after months of speculation that the two brands were in negotiation over partnerships to enter the highest class of international motor racing. The German carmaker, which has not previously been involved with Formula One but has worked with Red Bull in the world rally championship, did not announce how it planned on entering the sport.
Ukraine's Eurovision Song Contest band calls for end to war
We also explore Paris's spring exhibitions, including iconic photographer Sebastião Salgado's eco-friendly bamboo space hosting his new water-themed show "Aqua Mater" right in the heart of Paris's business district.
'Compromise with Russia is impossible after Bucha,' says Ukraine's ex-president Poroshenko
Former Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko, who was in power from 2014 to 2019, called on Ukraine's international partners to "return to Ukraine", to places like Bucha which have seen atrocities, and "start to be a symbol of solidarity with Ukraine".
Nikita Mazepin: Former Haas F1 driver brands sanctions on Russian athletes 'cancel culture against my country'
Former Haas driver Nikita Mazepin has branded sanctions on Russian sportsmen and women as «cancel culture against my country». Mazepin was dismissed by Haas following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine just days before his father, Dmitry, was sanctioned by the EU for being a close ally to Russian president Vladimir Putin. Ad/> Haas also cut title sponsorship ties with Russian fertiliser company Uralkali, who are owned by Dmitry.
Russia at Euro 2022: UEFA president in a ‘hurry’ to decide country’s fate
A decision on Russia’s expulsion from the Women’s European Championships this summer is still to be made, though UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin says the organisation are keen to come to a verdict soon.
Christensen tells Chelsea to adopt 'nothing to lose attitude' after Real reverse
Christensen has urged Chelsea to take a "nothing to lose" approach if they are to revive their season following Wednesday's convincing 3-1 loss at home to Real Madrid. Blues centre-back Christensen was given a tough time by Real hat-trick hero Karim Benzema, as well as Vincius Junior, as the title-holders were well beaten in the first leg of a Champions League quarter-final. It was a fine return to Stamford Bridge for former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti but a rather more sobering occasion for Denmark defender Christensen, who was replaced at half-time.