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Roger Waters has shared an open letter to Russian president Vladimir Putin, urging him to commit to a ceasefire and diplomatic settlement to end the Russia-Ukraine war.In a statement shared on social media, Waters pointed out that he was spurred to write Putin after seeing comments on his letters to Ukraine’s first lady Olena Zelenska, asking why he had only addressed one side of the conflict.The former Pink Floyd bassist has claimed that in the months since Russia invaded Ukraine in February, he has “tried to use [his] small influence to encourage a ceasefire and a diplomatic settlement that addresses the security needs of both Ukraine and The Russian Federation”.Addressing Putin directly, Waters asked: “Would you like to see an end to this war? If you were to reply and say, ‘Yes please.’ That would immediately make things a lot easier. If you were to come out and say, ‘Also the Russian Federation has no further territorial interest beyond the security of the Russian speaking populations of The Crimea, Donetsk and Lubansk [sic].’ That would help too.”Waters went on to address the notion that Putin and his forces “want to overrun the whole of Europe, starting with Poland and the rest of the Baltic states”.

One of five Britons released from captivity by Russian-backed forces has said he did not believe he would survive the ordeal.

Russia while fighting for Ukraine, told Vladimir Putin's torturers to "f*** off" after they sent sick videos of her son. Aiden, 28, along with Shaun Pinner, 48, John Harding, 59, Dylan Healy, 22, and Andrew Hill, 35, arrived in the UK on Thursday (September 22) following a prisoner swap brokered by ex-Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.Russian forces captured Aiden, from Newark in Nottinghamshire, back in April when he was fighting as a Ukrainian Marine.

Russian soldiers, Shaun Pinner celebrated his homecoming with a McDonald's Egg McMuffin. Shaun, 48, was one of five Brits freed this week following a prisoner swap. He landed back in the UK at 6am on Thursday (September 22) with Aiden Aslin, 28, John Harding, 59, Dylan Healy, 22, and Andrew Hill, 35.British Army veteran Shaun was captured fighting for Ukraine during the Russian siege of Mariupol in April.

The family of a Manchester aid worker are close to being able to bring his body home, they have said.

England are set to face a winger who was once pushed over the advertising hoardings when he was a ballboy. 20-year-old forward Matteo Cancellieri is in the Italy squad for Friday night's Nations League match at the San Siro in Milan, having made his senior international debut back in June.

Ukraine and sentenced to death, is on his way back to the UK. Prime Minister Liz Truss has confirmed that a total of five British nationals who were being held in eastern Ukraine have been freed.

Scotland boss Steve Clarke insists he’ll show his full respect to the Queen at Hampden - and hopes the Tartan Army will follow his lead.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola acted as a sounding board to new Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Putin rebel leader has said on Kremlin state TV that Brits banged up in Ukraine and Russian separatist states "absolutely deserve to die". Denis Pushilin is the separatist leader who will ultimately determine the fate of British fighters including Sean Pinner, 48, and Aiden Aslin, 28, charged with fighting as “mercenaries” in eastern Ukraine and killing civilians, despite being part of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.Pushilin, head of the pro-Putin statelet known as the Donetsk People’s Republic [DPR], said that executions by shooting squad would not be carried out on live TV.READ MORE: Horror find as 20 bags full of human remains discovered in hidden graveWives and parents would have no right to know the fate of their loved ones, he indicated.He told Russian propagandist TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov: “Given the crimes that all those scoundrels [foreign fighters] have committed, there is a strong demand from people, from civil society, for the death penalty — which they absolutely deserve”..Frontman Solovyov stated: “In any case, it will not be public.“I mean the (executions)“All the procedures will be non-public from some point on.”Pushilin replied:” “Absolutely right, that's what the DPR legislation says.“Enforcement and the absence of any information on requests even from relatives are all stipulated by the DPR legislation concerning the execution of capital punishment.” And there is now a suspicion that the process will be pushed through ahead of an expected Putin bid to incorporate the DPR and neighbouring Luhansk Peoples Republic [LPR] into Russia after a “bogus referendum”.

Brighton have confirmed Roberto De Zerbi as new manager on a four-year contract subject to a work permit following Graham Potter's move to Chelsea earlier this month.The club state that the 42-year-old agreed terms with the club on Sunday afternoon having met with Tony Bloom, Paul Barber and David Weir in London to discuss the role.Chairman Tony Bloom said: "I am absolutely thrilled Roberto has agreed to become our new head coach. Roberto's teams play an exciting and courageous brand of football, and I am confident his style and tactical approach will suit our existing squad superbly."READ MORE: Brighton star admits Chelsea transfer would be 'dream' as he eyes Graham Potter reunionDe Zerbi most recently spent time as manager of Sassuolo and Shakhtar Donetsk having played for AC Milan and Napoli during his professional playing career.The 43-year-old led Sassuolo to consecutive eighth place finishes in Serie A before leaving at the end of the 2020/21 campaign.He then won 20 of his 30 matches in charge of Shakhtar between May and July of 2021, leaving because of the situations that emerged following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Prior to those spells, De Zerbi managed Darfo Boario, Foggia, Palermo and Benevento in Italy having retired from playing in 2013 - usually opting for a 4-2-3-1 formation while encouraging his players to build attacks from the back.Where will Brighton finish in the Premier League this season? Give us your thoughts in the comments section below.Technical director David Weir has said: "Roberto has shown his undoubted ability with his work in Italy and Ukraine, and what he achieved at Sassuolo certainly stands out.

Celtic fans hijacked a minute's applause in honour of the Queen by chanting and displaying an offensive banner.The incident occurred prior to their 2-0 defeat away to St Mirren on Sunday afternoon, their first league defeat of the season. St Mirren had chosen to pay respects to Her Majesty prior to the match with a minute's applause, after the Scottish FA had allowed clubs to choose whether or not to hold a pre-match tribute this weekend.A majority of clubs around the United Kingdom have instead paid their respects with a minute's silence immediately followed by the national anthem.READ MORE: Sky Sports to 'turn down crowd noise' after disrespectful chanting about The QueenHowever, St Mirren's tribute was marred by chants of “if you hate the Royal family clap your hands” from the travelling Celtic supporters.Boos were also heard from the away end, although manager Ange Postecoglou was seen applauding throughout.

New RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose endured a nightmare return to his former club ahead of their Champions League double-header with Celtic as he suffered abuse from irate Borussia Monchengladbach fans before they hammered his club. Celtic face the Bundesliga side home and away in their next two games in Group F after their 1-1 draw at Shakhtar Donetsk last week.

Celtic have no fresh injury concerns following their Champions League draw against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday.

Dundee United fans were heard chanting "Lizzie's in a box" while the Ibrox stadium fell silent ahead of their match against Glasgow Rangers.A vocal group of fans in the away end broke out in a brazen chorus as they chanted loudly "Lizzie's in a box" during the minute's silence before the Scottish Premiership match between the two sides.Grounds up and down the country will be falling silent before matches this weekend as the Queen is remembered following her death last week, with the funeral for the 96-year-old taking place on Monday, September 19. READ MORE: Sky Sports to 'turn down crowd noise' after disrespectful chanting about The QueenDespite fans across the country wanting to pay respects to Her Majesty, some of the Terrors fans proved to be disruptive as Rangers fans broke out into boos after the display from the away section.

Celtic fans use offensive chants about The Queen during their match against St Mirren.The broadcaster have been warned about the travelling Hoops supporters ahead of their live Scottish Premiership coverage on Sunday (September 18) lunchtime. BT Sport were forced to apologise earlier this week after their TV cameras showed a banner that read "F*** THE CROWN" during Celtic's Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk.Sky want to avoid a repeat of that incident and according to the Daily Mail have instructed their production staff to turn down sound levels or mute individual microphones if they need to.READ MORE: Celtic fans' 'f*** the crown' banner spotted in away end at Champions League gameOfcom have clarified this week that insulting material about the late Queen Elizabeth II falls into their category of offensive content which should not be televised.St Mirren confirmed yesterday that they will be holding a minute's applause, rather than a minute's silence like most, in honour of Her Majesty, amid fears of booing from the Celtic end.Their fans have been urged to act in a "respectful manner" by manager Ange Postecoglou.

Josip Juranovic has lifted the lid on Celtic's half time team talk in their 1-1 Champions League stalemate with Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday.

Rangers icon Ally McCoist reckons Shakhtar Donetsk are a Champions League bargain at the bookies ahead of their crunch clash with Celtic.

Ange Postecoglou got plenty of plaudits last week without getting his mitts on any points. Now the Celtic manager is in Poland looking to grab both.

Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou warned his team won't shy away from their usual attacking mentality against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday night.

Marian Shved says a broken promise from Neil Lennon ruined his chance to make a proper mark at Celtic.