Petrol prices expected to hit £1.50 per litre amid crisis in Ukraine

Motsi Mabuse has shared a cryptic post about friendship online just days after Strictly Come Dancing stars have spoken out about the Russia Ukraine conflict. On Sunday (27 February) evening, the Strictly judge took to Instagram to share a pointed message with her loyal legion of fans online.Over the past week, the 40-year-old ballroom dancer has shared a series of concerning posts about her family who have been caught up in the war-torn country.With the limited contact they have, she confirmed that her parents-in-law were unable to cross the border to Germany but now continue to attempt to leave Ukraine via other neighbouring countries.In the sensitive post Motsi confessed that the public reaction to the conflict going on overseas has given her perspective about who she classifies as a friend on the social media platform.She wrote: “This situation also makes me how I could never, ever be friends with some people , friendly , politeness yes but never friends because we care about different things which is fine but also a reminder for me [heart emoji].”It comes after former Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff came under fire from fans for a string of since-deleted tweets which appeared to support Russian president Vladimir Putin.

ITV viewers have accused Lorraine Kelly of throwing a shady look at her royal correspondent while they discussed Harry and Meghan’s response to the Russia Ukraine attack.During Monday’s instalment of the popular morning show, the loveable Scott was joined by Russell Myers to discuss how the royal family reacted to the outbreak of war in Ukraine.As the 34-year-old sat down with his fellow co-host, he incorrectly declared that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge shared a touching tribute to the families in the war-torn country first.Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared at the 2022 NAACP Image Awards on Saturday (26 February) where they gave an emotional speech as they accepted an award for their public service to struggling citizens facing conflict in the Ukraine. In a short statement on Twitter, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wrote: "In October 2020 we had the privilege to meet President Zelenskyy and the First Lady to learn of their hope and optimism for Ukraine’s future.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff has apologised after posting a string of tweets which many deemed to be supportive of Vladimir Putin amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The professional dancer – who was born in Russia – criticised world leaders, including Prime Minister Boris Johnson and US President Joe Biden, and their various scandals in comparison to Mr Putin, who has led the invasion against Ukraine. She also called out Sky News for reporting on Eurovision banning Russia from taking part in the upcoming song contest. However, Rihanoff has since apologised for the comments and clarified that she does not support Mr Putin or the invasion. For the latest updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, visit our live blog: Russia-Ukraine liveIn a Twitter statement on Sunday, she wrote: ‘I made fun of Eurovision tweet by Sky. I did think there was far more important information on that day that Eurovision.

New sanctions have been announced targeting Russia's central bank.

FORMER Strictly Come Dancing pro Kristina Rihanoff has clarified her "insensitive" tweet amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The 44-year-old, who hails from Russia, appeared to show support for Vladimir Putin as she posted a caricature taking aim at the leaders of the West yesterday.

Twitter to weigh in on the Ukraine crisis in view of her 148,000 followers.The former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer said in a now-deleted tweet she did not “give a s**t about the war.”The ex-Strictly pro hit out at the Prime Minister over his Government’s coronavirus measures and their impact on her business.According to the MailOnline, Kristina wrote: “I do want to focus on what sort of punishment Boris Johnson will have for destroying my family run business and 1000 of others.“Many of my friends LOST businesses because of government lockdowns.“Don't give a s**t about the war but I do about the debt because of NO TRADING for 2yrs.” (sic)Kristina had also lashed out at a Ukrainian journalist who explained her mother was fleeing from her homeland.In a separate tweet, she penned: “Why don't you report about everyone who was abused in Ukraine by extreme nationalists for 8 yrs Prohibiting families to speak Russian language, terrorising peaceful Russian families which I know many who live in Ukraine.” (sic)She then directed her furious rant at US President Joe Biden and Number 10’s alleged lockdown parties.Kristina said: “Thoughts - Biden can only change his diapers on his own, he can't do anything else. People who control him know that war is very profitable.

Setting out his £3bn 'bus back better' strategy last spring, Boris Johnson's enthusiastic tribute to buses made it no surprise that he famously claimed to make models of them out of old wine crates to relax.

Dan Walker, 44, has addressed finally sitting next to co-presenter Sally Nugent on BBC Breakfast.The hosts had to stay apart for two years due to social distancing rules but were able to come together as the government removed all Covid restrictions in England.Sharing his delight, Dan shared a snap of him and Sally sitting together on the BBC Breakfast sofa.He penned in view of his 272,000 Instagram followers: “Good morning world.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Kristina Rihanoff has been criticised for ‘insensitive’ tweets relating to Russia’s attacks on Ukraine.The dancer – who is Russian – sparked outrage amongst her followers following a series of tweets, which appeared to back President Vladimir Putin after his invasion of Ukraine began on Thursday.Rihanoff’s tweets were branded ‘in such bad taste’ and an ‘absolute disgrace,’ with fans saying they were unfollowing her.One tweet included a cartoon featuring caricatures of Boris Johnson, Joe Biden and Justin Trudeau.For the latest updates on the Russia-Ukraine war, visit our live blog: Russia-Ukraine liveThe three world leaders had been drawn with blood drawn on their hands, with Trudeau in blackface and PM Johnson holding a glass of wine, in reference to his lockdown party scandals.US President Biden was pointing to the distance, with the words ‘Russian man bad’ written in a speech bubble.Donât even have to say anything – pure genius https://t.co/t61p3WBYalRihanoff tweeted alongside the illustration: ‘Don’t even have to say anything – pure genius.’The TV star later responded to an article shared by Sky News, announcing that Russia had been banned from Eurovision this year.She wrote: ‘F….ing breaking news

Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff has come under fire from fans for a string of since-deleted tweets which appeared to support Russian president Vladimir Putin. The professional dancer, who hails from Russia, posted a caricature of Western leaders Boris Johnson, Joe Biden and Justin Trudeau standing on a pile of dead bodies.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff has slammed Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Queen is rearranging her schedule, once again. On Saturday, Buckingham Palace announced that the 95-year-old monarch will postpone the diplomatic reception that was set to be held at Windsor Castle on March 2, amid the conflict between the Ukraine and Russia.  «The Queen has accepted the Foreign Secretary's advice that the Diplomatic Reception at Windsor on Wednesday 2nd March should be postponed,” the statement from the palace read.

Prince George cheekily stuck his tongue out while sitting between Prince William and Kate Middleton at a Six Nations match as his parents went head-to-head. The Cambridges took their eldest son, 8, to watch England beat Wales 23-19 at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday. The result will have thrilled Kate, 40, who was made the patron of the Rugby Football Union (RFU) this month.

Foxtel in Australia has become the latest broadcaster to suspend transmission of the Kremlin-backed RT channel in the region.

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Russia appears to be looking to hold peace talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy following Russian President Vladimir Putin ordering an invasion on Thursday.The leader of Ukraine has said his country is ready for peace talks with Russia, but will not conduct these in Belarus, which was an invasion staging ground.Ukrainian forces are believed to have held off Russian troops advancing on the capital of Kyiv as Russian forces attacked oil and gas facilities in Ukraine overnight, causing huge explosions.Russian missiles targeted an oil terminal in Vasylkiv, southwest of Kyiv, according to the town's mayor.The results of the blasts reportedly sent huge flames and billowing black smoke into the sky as mayor Natalia Balasinovich said: "The enemy wants to destroy everything."Heavy fighting has also been reported in Kharkiv, where Russia blew up a natural gas pipeline, a Ukrainian state agency said.Russian troops were later seen entered Kharkiv, Ukraine's interior ministry adviser Anton Herashchenko said on Telegram.These videos, posted by him and a state agency, showed several military vehicles moving on a street and in a separate video, a burning tank.Western allies have prepared new sanctions, including banishing key Russia banks from the main global payments system.Prime Minister Boris Johnson has praised Ukrainians for “fighting heroically” as allies unveiled new measures to hit Russia’s financial system.Mr Johnson also said the West is “tightening the economic ligature” around Russia, with Britain, the US, Canada and the European Union together announcing that selected Russian banks would be excluded from the Swift global payments system.The Prime Minister added: “Let’s be in no doubt, things are not going all

William Earl “Saturday Night Live” paid tribute to Ukraine in its cold open by featuring a folk chorus singing a traditional anthem from the embattled Eastern European nation while a cluster of candles spelled out “Kyiv.”The 13th episode of the late-night mainstay’s 47th season opened with stars Kate McKinnon and Cicely Strong introducing members of Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York. A group of male and female singers, wearing intricately embroidered traditional outfits, sang the rousing choral selection “Prayer for Ukraine,” reflecting the resilient spirit of the nation that has been under attack from Russian on multiple fronts since earlier this week.The somber setting on the “SNL” stage featured a cluster of candles and bouquets of yellow flowers, evoking Ukraine’s national colors of yellow and blue.

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Boris Johnson has pledged to take refugees fleeing war-torn Ukraine as he warned there will be 'grim days ahead' for the country.

Prince William and Kate Middleton voiced their support for Ukraine.

Kate Middleton and dad, Prince George had royal fans mindblown. The youngster who is third in line to the throne joined his parents at the event at Twickenham Stadium before sticking out a tongue as the tens of thousands of fans looked on.Prince William was attending in his role as patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, while his wife Catherine was there as patron of the Rugby Football Union, each of the Cambridge's donning England and Wales scarves for the Six Nations match.Despite it being Kate's first outing as patron of the Rugby Football Union, it was George who stole the show.The cheeky eight-year-old had fans gushing over his staggering height, as well as his uncanny resemblance with his grandmother, Diana, Princess of Wales.Shortly after he appeared, royal enthusiasts rushed to social media to share their thoughts on the tot, with one penning: "How cute is that smile?! Beautiful photos.