Ukraine
Ukraine is an eastern European country which gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Recent decades have seen the country of some 40 million citizens continue to balance between the spheres of Russia and Europe. A 2014 revolution favored a more western-facing administration before Russia annexed the territory of Crimea later that year. The country elected former actor and comedian Volodymyr Zelensky as its president in 2019. Ukraine was invaded by Russia in February 2022, in a sizeable conflict which has had considerable repercussions for international relations and the global economy.
Taiwan may have reason to worry about Trump
The U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia—without Ukraine's participation—give a glimpse at how Trump may handle a crisis over Taiwan.
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.
Ashley St. Clair Zelensky 'Gold Digger' post goes viral
St. Clair recently said on social media that she shares a child with Elon Musk.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zelensky reveals what he told Trump about Vladimir Putin
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued a warning to Trump and told him that Vladimir Putin cannot be trusted.
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.
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.
Saudi Arabia emerges as key global player under Trump
The Kingdom's recent maneuvers reflect its ambitions to assert itself as a global mediator while securing its own interests.
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.
Russian drone strikes Chernobyl nuclear plant sarcophagus in Ukraine: video
An alleged Russian drone has hit the shield containing the contaminated materials at the former Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine.
Russia sparks fears of false flag attack in Baltic Sea
Moscow also alleged that European intelligence services and Ukraine intend to "assassinate Russian opposition figures abroad" and blame Russia.
NATO ally in Europe confirms first volunteer death in Ukraine
Switzerland has confirmed the death of a volunteer serving illegally in Ukraine, the first loss of a national there since 2022.
Russian TV celebrates Trump: he's "cutting apart the Western world"
"We'll see if he breaks his teeth or not. It's an amazing thing," Yevgeny Popov, Russian state TV host and propagandist, said.
Hegseth says "everything is on the table" for Russia-Ukraine negotiations
Hegseth's assertion that NATO membership for Ukraine is unrealistic fueled debate over the West's long-term commitment to Kyiv.
Russian businessman with close ties to Putin mediating Trump talks: report
Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, has professional links to the Russian president.
Trump wants denuclearization talks with Russia, China
President Donald Trump announced today he wants to restart denuclearization talks with Russia and China. Newsweek's live blog is closed.
Russia, North Korea to amass 150k-strong force on NATO's doorstep: Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Russia's next military plans and how their relations with North Korea are expanding.
