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War in Ukraine
Celebrity right-winger cozying to Putin with interview infuriates White House as House Republicans kill Ukraine aid deal; Russians gain in Donetsk; EU boosts artillery shell promises to Ukraine.
Feb. 8
Washington
Republicans blocked the $118 billion aid package Wednesday after coming under pressure from Donald Trump
Feb. 8
War in Ukraine
The numbers behind future US military assistance to Ukraine – if Congress ever approves it – seem pretty straightforward, but there’s a lot of fine print in H.R. 815.
Feb. 7
War in Ukraine
Senate to talk Kyiv aid next week but Trump supporters vow block; Zelensky thanks EU for $54Bn in aid; Russian troops make gains around Donetsk region, while Ukraine succeeds in western Zaporizhzhia.
Feb. 2
War in Ukraine
It is all too easy to lay the blame on opposition republicans for the log jam in funding for Ukraine but even when the money is released how will it be used to ensure success for Kyiv?
Jan. 30
War in Ukraine
The Alliance’s chief started his two-day visit to Washington, meeting with military, diplomatic and congressional leaders.
Jan. 30
Ukraine
“America First” Republicans are playing into Putin’s hands and giving the Kremlin time to rebuild its forces and attack Ukraine later with even greater atrocities – and may risk American troops soon.
Jan. 26
War in Ukraine
Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed worries that US aid will soon falter, and said that Germany has already done its fair share.
Jan. 25
Zelensky
According to the Ukrainian leader, they discussed Ukraine’s defense needs, the upcoming NATO summit in Washington, as well as bilateral agreements on security cooperation with partners.
Jan. 16
Ukraine
Ukraine is facing more headwinds than simply Congress which are becoming hard to dismiss. The uncertainty has certainly titillated Russia’s mouthpieces.
Dec. 14, 2023
Russia
A 2024 calendar published by the Kremlin’s security service to raise funds for its veterans gives an insight into the Russian psyche and has been met with anger and ridicule in equal measure.
Dec. 13, 2023
Zelensky
The latest tranche to include more missiles and munitions; but US Congress remains seemingly unmoved days before new vote on $60 billion to Kyiv
Dec. 13, 2023
War in Ukraine
Zelensky arrives in Washington; National Security Secretary urges patience on counteroffensive; Russian Navy adds nuclear subs; Little great news on Monday for Ukraine on southern fronts.
Dec. 12, 2023
Zelensky
“You can count on Ukraine and we hope just as much to be able to count on you,” Zelensky said
Dec. 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
He will face opposition from Republicans; “What’s in America’s best interest is to accept Ukraine is going to have to cede some territory to the Russians,” Sen. JD Vance said
Dec. 11, 2023
Putin
“I don't know about you, but I don't want to give either Putin or Xi a Christmas present,” he said.
Dec. 8, 2023
US intends to cancel $4.7B in Kyiv debt, re-open its Embassy there; Washington also announces another $275M for Ukraine along with the controversial release of anti-personnel mines.
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