Category: Russian Invasion of Ukraine (2022)

Pressed on Putin, Russian Conductor Quits Bolshoi and French Post

Tugan Sokhiev, the Bolshoi’s music director, said he was “being asked to choose one cultural tradition” over another, at a moment Russian artists are under pressure to denounce Russia’s president.
Metropolitan Opera Will Host Concert in Support of Ukraine

“We want Putin to know he is the enemy of artists and that we are united against his horrific actions,” the company’s general manager said.
Ukraine’s Paralympians Compete in Beijing With Heavy Hearts

Some members of Ukraine’s delegation at the Beijing Paralympics described their emotional exhaustion and the toll of their isolation.
Balenciaga Goes Where Fashion Hasn’t Dared Go Before

In the show of the season, the brand takes on the war in Ukraine. Valentino embraces love. And Givenchy buckles down.
FIFA Will Allow Foreign Players in Russia to Break Contracts

The move is expected to be temporary, and less than player advocates had demanded, in hopes of not setting a precedent.
Olympic Marathoner Goes From Kenya to Front Lines in Ukraine

Mykola Nyzhnyk was training in Kenya, the world’s distance running hotbed, when he was called up to fight in the war.
How the War in Ukraine Is Affecting Travel

How travelers feel the effects of Russia’s assault on Ukraine depends largely on where they’re going, though the price of oil will weigh on all airfares, even domestic.
No Ikea Shelves, No Levis: The Retailers Pulling Out of Russia

Since the invasion of Ukraine began, the increasing financial and reputational risks of doing business in Russia are leading Western brands to halt operations.
Alex Ovechkin Skates Into Canada’s Dense Ukrainian Enclave

The Capitals, led by the Russian president’s high-profile supporter, are about to play the Oilers in Edmonton, home to a large concentration of the Ukrainian diaspora.
No Ikea Shelves, No Levis: The Western Retail Exodus From Russia Is On

Since the invasion of Ukraine began, the increasing financial and reputational risks of doing business in Russia is leading Western brands to halt operations.
Major Music Companies Pause Business in Russia

The three major record conglomerates and the touring giant Live Nation are suspending operations over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, while individual artists have canceled tour dates.
Poland’s Tourism Industry Is Helping Ukrainian Refugees

As Ukrainians flood into Poland, the travel industry has become part of an effort to supply transportation, accommodations and more to people fleeing the Russian invasion.