Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy cancels address to US senators DW 12/05/2023
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy canceled a scheduled video briefing with US senators to appeal for continued military funding amid the ongoing Russian invasion.
The Dutch government has allocated 2.5 billion euros to support Ukraine in 2024 and reassured the country of continued support. [ more ]
World's focus must not leave Ukraine, ex-Nato chief warns
The former Nato secretary-general warns that the world's attention must stay on Ukraine as the Russian invasion continues.
Lord George Robertson urges foreign governments to continue providing weaponry to Ukraine to prevent Putin from extending the attacks beyond Ukraine.
Lord Robertson emphasizes the high stakes of the conflict, stating that if Putin succeeds in Ukraine, he won't stop there and has a much bigger agenda. [ more ]
Putin on our doorstep: Ukrainians watch as the frontline edges closer
The frontline of the conflict in Eastern Ukraine is creeping closer to once peaceful communities, leading residents to consider leaving for safety. [ more ]
Duchess of Edinburgh Becomes First British Royal to Visit Ukraine Since Russia's Invasion
Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, made history as the first British royal to visit Ukraine post-Russian invasion, showing support for victims of conflict-related sexual violence. [ more ]
Q&A: EURO 2024 nod lifts Ukrainian spirits during Russia's war
Qualification for EURO 2024 is a significant achievement for Ukraine amid the ongoing Russian invasion, uniting the nation and bringing international support. [ more ]
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck visited Ukraine, praising the strong spirit of the people in Kyiv despite lack of weapons and ammunition. [ more ]
Back From Ukraine, a House Republican Makes the Case for More Aid
A group of bipartisan lawmakers, led by Representative Chuck Edwards, witnessed the urgent need for more aid for Ukraine after witnessing the country's battle against Russian invaders. [ more ]
Russia-Ukraine war live: France says it expects China to send very clear messages' to Russia
Alex Lidagovsky, a Ukrainian sculptor, forced to flee Kyiv due to Russian invasion, accepted into the Royal Society of British Artists.
France calls on China to send clear messages to Russia regarding the war in Ukraine; emphasizes the importance of negotiating peace with Ukrainians. [ more ]
Art helps us imagine a future we wish to remember': the photographer finding art in a war zone
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to an increase in interest and appreciation of Ukrainian culture worldwide.
A photographer and film-maker, Daoud Sarhandi-Williams, documented the street art in Kyiv during the war, resulting in a new book showcasing the vibrant visual culture of the city. [ more ]
Performance by Maestro With Russian Ties Is Canceled in Vienna
The Wiener Festwochen festival in Vienna cancels appearance by Teodor Currentzis amidst backlash over his connections to Russia and insensitivity towards the Ukrainian crisis.
Many cultural organizations have severed ties with associates of President Putin, but some have faced criticism for overreach in cancelling performances by artists with no known government connections. [ more ]
A New General Takes Over as Ukraine Struggles on the Battlefield
General Syrsky led successful counteroffensives against Russia before facing criticism for his attritional warfare tactics in Bakhmut.
The Ukrainian Army has mixed opinions about General Syrsky, with some labeling him 'the Butcher' while others recognize his earlier victories. [ more ]
Journalism is not always history's first draft when it comes to covering war. Soldiers and those who have experienced war begin to tell stories in an attempt to make sense of the violence and chaos they've witnessed.
The stories we tell about a war can shape the perception of history and influence future conflicts. In the case of Ukraine, the book 'Our Enemies Will Vanish' by Yaroslav Trofimov might be the opening salvo in defining the narrative of the Russian invasion and Ukraine's war of independence. [ more ]