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US closes embassy in Kyiv after warning of significant air attack'
US embassy in Kyiv closed due to credible air attack threats, urging Americans to prepare for immediate shelter.
Biden will allow Ukraine to use powerful ATACMS to strike inside Russia
Biden permits Ukraine to strike Russia with US long-range missiles, reflecting a significant policy shift amid escalating conflict dynamics.
Biden to Meet With Zelensky as Ukraine Seeks Revival on Battlefield
President Biden will meet with President Zelensky in Paris, allowing limited strikes inside Russia while refraining from attending a peace summit organized by Zelensky.
French: Why Trump won't say he wants Ukraine to win
Trump's debate remarks endangered Haitian immigrants while undermining support for Ukraine, highlighting a dangerous approach to international conflict.
Prioritizing peace over victory in Ukraine could lead to dire consequences for global security and human rights.
Why critics of Ukraine aid are wrong - and endangering America
The US interest in preventing Ukraine from losing to Russia.
Opposition against a new $60 billion tranche of aid for Ukraine.
Biden will allow Ukraine to use powerful ATACMS to strike inside Russia
Biden permits Ukraine to strike Russia with US long-range missiles, reflecting a significant policy shift amid escalating conflict dynamics.
Biden to Meet With Zelensky as Ukraine Seeks Revival on Battlefield
President Biden will meet with President Zelensky in Paris, allowing limited strikes inside Russia while refraining from attending a peace summit organized by Zelensky.
French: Why Trump won't say he wants Ukraine to win
Trump's debate remarks endangered Haitian immigrants while undermining support for Ukraine, highlighting a dangerous approach to international conflict.
Prioritizing peace over victory in Ukraine could lead to dire consequences for global security and human rights.
Why critics of Ukraine aid are wrong - and endangering America
The US interest in preventing Ukraine from losing to Russia.
Opposition against a new $60 billion tranche of aid for Ukraine.
1 Person Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike Near Moscow, Russia Says
A drone attack near Moscow signifies Ukraine's expanding military capabilities and escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Russia Plans New Offensive in Ukraine's Northeast, Zelensky Says
President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive in northeastern Ukraine.
Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show
Russia's military anticipated Ukraine's Kursk incursion but was unprepared, illustrating disarray among its forces.
Low morale among Russian troops led to directives for state media consumption to support psychological stability.
Volodymyr Zelensky Has a Plan for Ukraine's Victory
Zelensky's victory plan focuses on boosting Ukraine's security through NATO membership and enhanced military support, while leveraging recent offensive actions against Russia.
Does he still have it in him? Putin's response to Kursk invasion off to a shaky start
Ukraine's military advance in Kursk challenges Russia's narrative of control.
Semi-Symmetric Warfare Is the New Norm
The Ukraine-Russia war illustrates a semi-symmetric conflict where external aid empowers a weaker nation against a stronger opponent.
1 Person Killed in Ukrainian Drone Strike Near Moscow, Russia Says
A drone attack near Moscow signifies Ukraine's expanding military capabilities and escalating tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Russia Plans New Offensive in Ukraine's Northeast, Zelensky Says
President Zelensky warns of Russian offensive in northeastern Ukraine.
Revealed: Russia anticipated Kursk incursion months in advance, seized papers show
Russia's military anticipated Ukraine's Kursk incursion but was unprepared, illustrating disarray among its forces.
Low morale among Russian troops led to directives for state media consumption to support psychological stability.
Volodymyr Zelensky Has a Plan for Ukraine's Victory
Zelensky's victory plan focuses on boosting Ukraine's security through NATO membership and enhanced military support, while leveraging recent offensive actions against Russia.
Does he still have it in him? Putin's response to Kursk invasion off to a shaky start
Ukraine's military advance in Kursk challenges Russia's narrative of control.
Semi-Symmetric Warfare Is the New Norm
The Ukraine-Russia war illustrates a semi-symmetric conflict where external aid empowers a weaker nation against a stronger opponent.
Ukraine continues to assert offensive capabilities against Russian military targets, indicating a strategic approach to the conflict as it enters its 958th day.
Video shows the apparent destruction of a $10M Russian air defense system with a cheap drone worth a few hundred dollars
Ukraine's use of low-cost drones to destroy high-value Russian military equipment exemplifies innovative tactics in modern warfare.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 958
Ukraine continues to assert offensive capabilities against Russian military targets, indicating a strategic approach to the conflict as it enters its 958th day.
Video shows the apparent destruction of a $10M Russian air defense system with a cheap drone worth a few hundred dollars
Ukraine's use of low-cost drones to destroy high-value Russian military equipment exemplifies innovative tactics in modern warfare.
Putin demands Ukraine surrender four regions to stop war
Putin demands Ukraine surrender regions and NATO plans for negotiation and ceasefire.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932
Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.
Ukraine war briefing: Occupiers' ship severely damaged' in Kavkas across from Crimea
Ukraine attacked a Russian military cargo ship in Kavkaz, causing severe damage and casualties.
Ukraine says it has taken 100 more Russian soldiers in Kursk offensive
Ukraine captured 100 Russian soldiers during its incursion into Kursk, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 946
Escalation of violence in Ukraine continues with significant civilian casualties due to Russian attacks on various locations.
Is Iranian military support for Russia's war in Ukraine at a new level'?
Iranian drones pose a significant threat to Ukraine, impacting the conflict with Russia.
Putin demands Ukraine surrender four regions to stop war
Putin demands Ukraine surrender regions and NATO plans for negotiation and ceasefire.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932
Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.
Ukraine war briefing: Occupiers' ship severely damaged' in Kavkas across from Crimea
Ukraine attacked a Russian military cargo ship in Kavkaz, causing severe damage and casualties.
Ukraine says it has taken 100 more Russian soldiers in Kursk offensive
Ukraine captured 100 Russian soldiers during its incursion into Kursk, marking a significant tactical development in the conflict.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 946
Escalation of violence in Ukraine continues with significant civilian casualties due to Russian attacks on various locations.
Is Iranian military support for Russia's war in Ukraine at a new level'?
Iranian drones pose a significant threat to Ukraine, impacting the conflict with Russia.
The war continues to escalate with significant cross-border violence and urgent calls for international intervention.
Moscow-built bridge to Crimea is unlawful, Ukraine claims in court
Russia's bridge across the Kerch Strait aims to control Ukraine's Sea of Azov, according to Ukraine's legal representatives at the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 942
The war continues to escalate with significant cross-border violence and urgent calls for international intervention.
Moscow-built bridge to Crimea is unlawful, Ukraine claims in court
Russia's bridge across the Kerch Strait aims to control Ukraine's Sea of Azov, according to Ukraine's legal representatives at the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
Zelenskyy and Grossi are prioritizing nuclear safety at Europe's largest nuclear power plant amid ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Ukraine updates: IAEA chief visits Zaporizhzhia power plant DW 09/03/2024
Zelenskyy emphasizes the dangers of reclaiming control over Zaporizhzhia, underlining the need for safety at the nuclear plant amidst ongoing conflict.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906
Ukraine's August incursion aimed to create a buffer zone against Russian advances as war continues.
Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit DW 06/02/2024
Zelenskyy seeks support for peace summit in Switzerland, emphasizes working together for global peace.
Zelenskyy and Grossi are prioritizing nuclear safety at Europe's largest nuclear power plant amid ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
Ukraine updates: IAEA chief visits Zaporizhzhia power plant DW 09/03/2024
Zelenskyy emphasizes the dangers of reclaiming control over Zaporizhzhia, underlining the need for safety at the nuclear plant amidst ongoing conflict.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906
Ukraine's August incursion aimed to create a buffer zone against Russian advances as war continues.
Russia and Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each in UAE-mediated exchange
The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, totaling 230 captives, amidst ongoing conflict.
Russia says Ukraine used Western weapons to destroy bridge in Kursk
The destruction of a strategic bridge in Kursk complicates civilian evacuation efforts and highlights the escalation of military violence involving Western weaponry.
Second Russian region declares a regional 'state of emergency' amid Ukraine's invasion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Belgorod region in Russia has declared a regional state of emergency due to ongoing attacks from Ukrainian forces.
Ukraine's Kursk offensive: How worried are local Russians? DW 08/15/2024
Ukrainian forces have made significant advances in Russian border regions, causing evacuations and raising distrust towards Russian authorities among locals.
Second Russian region declares a regional 'state of emergency' amid Ukraine's invasion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Belgorod region in Russia has declared a regional state of emergency due to ongoing attacks from Ukrainian forces.
Ukraine's Kursk offensive: How worried are local Russians? DW 08/15/2024
Ukrainian forces have made significant advances in Russian border regions, causing evacuations and raising distrust towards Russian authorities among locals.
Ukraine conducted a surprise operation crossing into Russian territory, gaining control of some land in the region of Kursk in an attempt to shock Moscow and potentially divert Russian troops from strategic locations.
Ukraine's daring attack on Russia shows that surprise is not dead, even in a drone war, analysts say
Ukraine surprised Russia with an incursion despite drone surveillance, showing operational surprise is still achievable.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 890
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia escalates with significant military actions and casualties, along with international diplomatic efforts for peace.
Ukraine's death-defying art rescuers
The story of a historian's effort to protect a collection of 20th-century studio pottery during the threat of invasion by Russians.
Under Pressure, Biden Allows Ukraine to Use U.S. Weapons to Strike Inside Russia
President Biden authorized Ukraine to conduct limited strikes inside Russia with U.S.-made weapons for self-defense purposes.
Biden strikes a contrast with Trump, offering a choice between revenge' and decency.'
President Biden delivered a fiery State of the Union address without naming Donald Trump directly, highlighting threats to democracy and calling for unity.
Biden discussed Ukraine, the economy, and domestic issues while engaging in political arguments and addressing the importance of freedom and democracy.
Under Pressure, Biden Allows Ukraine to Use U.S. Weapons to Strike Inside Russia
President Biden authorized Ukraine to conduct limited strikes inside Russia with U.S.-made weapons for self-defense purposes.
Biden strikes a contrast with Trump, offering a choice between revenge' and decency.'
President Biden delivered a fiery State of the Union address without naming Donald Trump directly, highlighting threats to democracy and calling for unity.
Biden discussed Ukraine, the economy, and domestic issues while engaging in political arguments and addressing the importance of freedom and democracy.
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskiy fires top bodyguard after failed assassination attempt
President Zelenskiy dismissed head of his personal protection department after an assassination plot. Ukraine conducted long-range drone strikes on Russian oil facilities. Ukrainian parliament removed key officials to address wartime issues.
Ukraine war briefing: Kharkiv hit in early-morning Russian attack
Russian missiles hit residential area in Kharkiv; significant advances by Russian forces in eastern Ukraine; Ukraine suspends consular services for military-age men.
Russia says Ukraine attack hits Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant
Radiation levels at Zaporizhzhia nuclear station remain normal post-attack, as per Russian-installed officials.
IAEA confirms drone detonation at the site and urges for actions to maintain nuclear safety.
41 Days in a Bunker: How a Battle Raged on Ukraine's Bloody Front Line
Ukrainian soldier survives 41 days trapped in bunker amid fierce fighting in Avdiivka
War in Ukraine increasingly involves bloody, close-quarter combat with Ukrainian forces facing challenges
Barely 10% of Europeans believe Ukraine can still defeat Russia, finds poll
European support for Ukraine remains broad but belief in Ukraine defeating Russia is low
Politicians need to focus on defining an acceptable peace in Ukraine
Russia detains Los Angeles resident, a dual U.S.-Russian citizen, on treason charges
Ksenia Karelina, a dual citizen, faced treason charges due to donating to a Ukrainian charity aiding Ukraine against Russia.
Family fears harsh treatment for Karelina, highlighting concerns of Americans in Russia due to growing repression under Putin.
Heavy Russian airstrikes across Ukraine, US aid package stalls
Russia fired missiles at targets in Ukraine, causing civilian casualties and injuries.
The aid and border bill for Ukraine collapsed in the US Senate, leaving the country with no clear way to advance aid.
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 701
Russian military plane crashes in Belgorod, killing all 74 on board, including Ukrainian PoWs.
Ukraine accuses Russia of creating a deliberate threat to the lives of its PoWs by failing to deconflict airspace before the swap.
UN panel to grill Russia on fate of thousands of evacuated' Ukrainian children
Moscow will be asked to explain the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia since the 2022 invasion.
The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child is examining Russia's record and has concerns about the protection of children's rights and preservation of their identity.
Ukraine, Stalled on the Front, Steps Up Sabotage, Targeting Trains
Ukrainian intelligence officials targeted a train carrying fuel on the longest train tunnel in Russia in an attempt to disrupt weapons transportation from North Korea to Russia
Guerrilla tactics, including sabotage, commando raids, and targeted assassinations, are becoming increasingly important as both sides struggle to advance in the conflict
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 674
Two fishermen were killed and five injured after Russia shelled a village along Ukraine's front line
A Panama-flagged bulk carrier hit a Russian mine in the Black Sea, causing injuries and a fire
The costs of World War II and the war in Ukraine fuse as Allies remember D-Day without Russia
The D-Day generation's legacy of fighting against tyranny is being remembered in the face of present-day conflicts and the dwindling numbers of World War II veterans.
Hungary's Orban pushes cease-fire in surprise Ukraine trip DW 07/02/2024
Orban proposed a cease-fire before peace talks to speed up negotiations.
Five killed, dozens injured in Russian missile attack on Ukraine's Pokrovsk
A town in eastern Ukraine was hit by two Iskander-M missiles, killing 5 and injuring 41 including children. Ukraine vows a fair response to the attack.
Moscow warns Kyiv to accept Putin's peace proposal or it will get 'worse from now on' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Moscow threatens Ukraine to accept Putin's peace proposal or face worsening conditions.
The war in Ukraine will likely intensify this summer. Here's what to know
Incremental shifts in U.S. military aid and White House policies towards Ukraine could have lasting impacts on the conflict and region.