Russia-Ukraine War
The latest on the Russia-Ukraine War. On February 24, 2022, Russia's Vladimir Putin began a military invasion of Ukraine, creating the largest military conflict and the largest refugee crisis in Europe since World War II. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky received international praise for his handling of the conflict, with the international community condemning Russia's Putin and implementing sanctions that have crippled and isolated the Russian economy. In late 2022/early 2023, the United States, Canada, and other countries have supported Ukraine by providing weapons and tanks, significant resources to bolster Ukraine's efforts in the war.
Explosions rock Putin shadow fleet tanker off Italy coast
The Maltese-flagged oil tanker "Seajewel" was reported to be transporting Russian oil to Europe, in spite of sanctions.
US and Russia begin peace talks without Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country won't accept the outcome of the talks if Kyiv isn't involved.
Is Trump "considering" leaving NATO? Unverified, unevidenced claims spread
President Donald Trump's negotiations with Russia and comments from his cabinet have stirred European leaders.
Russian armored column with WW2 victory flags blown up on Ukraine minefield
Several Russian tanks adorned with Soviet-era red victory flags were destroyed by Ukrainian drones in Kursk, adding to increasing equipment losses.
Ukraine "won't recognize" Russia-US talks in Saudi Arabia: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he did not know about U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia and "will not accept" them.
Ukrainian drones strike "important" Russian assets: Kyiv official
Ukraine bombarded the Ilsky oil refinery and oil pumping station overnight, the official said.
Germany's Musk-endorsed AfD calls for "good relations" with Russia
Ahead of federal elections, a far-right political party leader in Germany is calling to lift sanctions on Russia and resume trade.
Russian Mediterranean Sea flotilla shadowed by NATO ally's ships
NATO member states have expressed growing concerns over Russia's heightened activity in European waters.
Russia sets sights on Ukraine's "fortress belt": ISW
Moscow is reportedly pushing forward in a multi-year long campaign to seize cities in Ukraine's "fortress belt" with recent redeployments.
US, Russia will hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia without Ukraine
The discussions will focus on reviving relations, potential negotiations on Ukraine, and preparations for a Putin-Trump summit.
Ukraine's NATO ally "ready" to deploy troops
The U.K. signaled willingness to put boots on the ground in Ukraine as part of a future peace agreement with Russia.
Europe panics as Trump reshapes US foreign policy
"They're going to be writing about this weekend in the history books," Bill Browder, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, told Newsweek.
Trump aide lays out 4 key tenets to talks with Putin over Ukraine
National security adviser Mike Waltz said a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine needs to be permanent, among other tenets.
Trump may meet Putin in February in stunning setback for Ukraine, Europe
President Donald Trump last week indicated that discussions had started around a summit to address how to end the Ukraine war.
Putin will launch "invasion" of NATO countries, Zelensky predicts
The Ukrainian president said on Sunday if the United States pulls out of NATO, Russia will "occupy" Europe.
Russian state TV warns Kremlin can now strike 3 NATO allies' capitals
Sergey Mikheyev warned Moscow could strike three NATO-member capitals in response to the Trump administration's shifting stance on the Russia-Ukraine war.
Trump admin will sideline Europe in Russia-Ukraine talks—Kellogg
"We're not going to go down that path," Trump's special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, said at the Munich Security Conference.
Mary Trump issues warning on what's becoming "clear" about Trump admin
"It's becoming increasingly clear that the Trump regime is turning away from our allies in order to embrace our enemies," the president's estranged niece said.
JD Vance rebuked by Germany's Scholz
The German chancellor rejected Vance's comments about governing with the far right.
Putin will use Donald Trump as "prop in his own performance"—Zelensky
The Ukrainian president was addressing the Munich Security Conference.
Why Is Donald Trump Making Nice to Vladimir Putin? | Opinion
President Donald Trump is taking a significant gamble with his approach to Ukraine.
After drone strikes Chernobyl nuclear plant, radiation levels remain normal
The IAEA, which has a team stationed at the site, did not assign blame but confirmed that its observers heard an explosion.
UK sends new 'Gravehawk' air defense system to Ukraine amid war uncertainty
The Gravehawk system is designed to launch R-73 air-to-air missiles from a ground-based platform disguised as a common shipping container.
Fact Check: Trump says Russia has lost 1.5 million troops In Ukraine war
President Donald Trump makes an unevidenced claim about the human cost of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as he attempts to broker peace between Kyiv and Moscow.
Ukraine hammers Russian infrastructure amid Trump-Putin talks
Ukraine struck Russia's largest steel plant and an oil pumping station this week while Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discussed ending the war.
Republican senator "disturbed" by Pete Hegseth's "rookie mistake"
Senator Roger Wicker criticized Hegseth's comments about it being "unrealistic" for Ukraine to gain back its pre-war borders.
Zelensky draws red line for Trump and Putin
Zelensky believes Trump is the key to ending the Russia-Ukraine war and said the U.S. president gave him his direct phone number.
Ukraine's NATO ally pledges to deliver 6000 AI-powered drones
A German technology firm will produce 6,000 AI-powered drones for Ukraine, providing additional support as the war wages on.
China reacts to Trump and Putin's Ukraine war talks
China has offered to host a summit between the two leaders—without the participation of Ukraine—the WSJ reported.
US could send troops to fight Russia, JD Vance warns
Sending troops to Ukraine is "on the table," Vice President JD Vance said.
