Thomas Grove, Author at The Mail & Guardian

Obama announces new sanctions over Ukraine

Article Thomas Grove & - 28 Apr 2014

US President Barack Obama has announced new sanctions in a bid to stop President Vladimir Putin from fomenting the rebellion in eastern Ukraine.

Ukraine blames Moscow for ‘human shield’ detentions

Article Thomas Grove - 27 Apr 2014

Pro-Russian separatists are ready to exchange captured monitors for fellow rebels now in the custody of the Ukrainian authorities.

East Ukraine separatists stay put despite diplomatic deal

Article Thomas Grove - 18 Apr 2014

Separatists are holding public buildings in Ukraine, saying they need more assurances about security before complying with an international deal.

Ukraine president threatens military operation as unrest grows

Article Thomas Grove - 14 Apr 2014

Ukraine's president has threatened military action after pro-Russian separatists occupying government buildings ignored an ultimatum to leave.

Ukraine launches fightback for eastern town

Article Thomas Grove - 13 Apr 2014

Ukrainian forces have launched an "anti-terrorist" operation to end the grip of separatists on the eastern town of Slaviansk.

Putin hasn’t ruled out Syria strike

Article Thomas Grove - 4 Sep 2013

The Russian president says he has not ruled out the option of strikes on Syria if clear evidence of chemical weapons attacks can be provided.

Snowden: Putin dismisses US’s ‘ravings and rubbish’

Article Thomas Grove - 26 Jun 2013

In his first public comments since Edward Snowden flew into Russia, Vladimir Putin has appeared to make light of the uproar over the fugitive.

Russia detains kissing gay rights activists

Article Thomas Grove - 11 Jun 2013

Russia's police have detained more than 20 gay rights activists involved in a "kissing protest" outside parliament.

Election corruption: Russia’s carousel voters

Article Thomas Grove - 5 Mar 2012

A journalist infiltrated and followed a group of what he called "carousel" voters, people who are allegedly paid to vote for a specific candidate.

Putin vows revenge for suicide bombing

Article Thomas Grove - 25 Jan 2011

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin vowed revenge on Tuesday for a suicide bombing that killed at least 35 people at Russia's busiest airport.

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Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

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SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

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20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

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Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world