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War in Ukraine
The agreement helps bypass Hungary’s refusal to extend the renewal period for the regime holding Russian frozen assets from six to 36 months.
Oct. 10
War in Ukraine
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Oct. 10
Ukraine
As Putin's closest ally within the EU, Orban's government is at loggerheads with its partners on various issues, from stalling aid for Kyiv to what the bloc sees as weakening the rule of law at home.
Oct. 9
War in Ukraine
Croatia will host 12 regional states plus Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, on his latest trip to rally backing from allies as the looming US election throws Ukraine's fortunes into doubt.
Oct. 9
Zelensky
Zelensky says Europe needs Ukraine in NATO, wants Israeli air defense capabilities; EU Parliament says Russian genocide in Ukraine like Stalin’s Holodomor; Sumy attacked after child evacuation order.
Oct. 4
UN
The war in Ukraine again featured prominently in speeches by world leaders during the third day of the UN General Assembly in New York, on Thursday, Sept. 26.
Sep. 27
Putin
Putin announced an updated nuclear doctrine that would allow the use of nuclear weapons against non-nuclear states when they are supported by nuclear powers -- a reference to Ukraine and its backers.
Sep. 26
Russia
The effectiveness of earlier measures have reportedly waned since the end of last year
Sep. 25
War in Ukraine
According to EU diplomats, one of the objectives of the talks was to see how to support Ukraine over the coming months, as Russia has ramped up attacks on the country’s critical infrastructure.
Sep. 24
War in Ukraine
Zelensky in US with “Victory Plan,” visits ammo factory in Pennsylvania; Incoming EU defense commissioner tells Europe to prepare for Russian attack; Fighting continues in Luhansk as AFU makes gains.
Sep. 23
War in Ukraine
At the core of the West’s failings is a fundamental lack of leadership, both within Europe, but also and more importantly from the US, as the supposed leader of the free world.
Sep. 21
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s “victory plan” in the war against Russia depends on quick decisions by allies this year, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday during a visit by EC President Ursula von der Leyen.
Sep. 21
Ukraine
Ahead of winter Brussels announces plans to lend €35 billion ($39.1 billion) in Russia’s frozen assets so Ukrainians can “keep warm” as Kyiv faces its “sternest test” of its damaged infrastructure.
Sep. 21
Polish FM Radoslaw Sikorski said that major EU countries are ready to provide defence and financial aid to Ukraine if the United States reduces support.
Nov. 19