Russian archaeologist can be sent to Ukraine for trial, Polish judge rules

Archaeologist Alexander Butyagin is accused of conducting illegal excavations in Crimea - Ukraine's peninsula annexed by Russia.

Despite Moscow’s Threats, Poland Rules to Extradite Archaeologist

Kyiv accuses Alexander Butyagin, a prominent antiquities scholar, of destroying cultural heritage during his excavations in Russia-occupied Crimea. The Kremlin has condemned his arrest.

By Nataliya Vasilyeva

Polish court clears extradition of Russian archaeologist to Ukraine

Alexander Butyagin, an academic with Russia's Hermitage Museum, is accused of illegal excavations in occupied Crimea.

Battlefield sees 235 clashes over past day, with over 50 occurring on Pokrovsk front – Ukraine's General Staff

A total of 235 combat clashes have been recorded on the battlefield over the past day, with the most intense fighting taking place on the Pokrovsk front where the Russians carried out 54 attacks.

By Anastasia Protz

Polish Court Decides to Extradite Russian Archaeologist to Ukraine

Alexander Butyagin faces up to 10 years in Ukrainian prison for "destroying cultural heritage sites" in annexed Crimea.

War update: 235 clashes on front lines, fiercest fighting near Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka

A total of 235 combat engagements between Ukrainian forces and Russian invading troops were recorded along the frontline on March 18, with the heaviest fighting reported in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors.

Polish court approves extradition of Russian archaeologist to Ukraine

The suspect, Aleksander Butyagin, can still appeal, while a final decision on extradition rests with the Polish justice minister.

By Daniel Tilles