Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief appointed ambassador to UK
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief appointed ambassador to UK

Al Jazeera  

Zaluzhnyi, known as the ‘Iron General’, had seen his once sky-high popularity falter after a failed counteroffensive. Ukraine’s military strategy ‘must change’ At the time of Zaluzhnyi’s dismissal, Zelenskyy took to X to thank the military leader for his two years of service and said that the time had come for changes in the military leadership. Zaluzhnyi himself conceded that Ukraine’s military strategy “must change” after roughly two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. “Our primary focus was on bolstering Ukraine’s air defence and long-range capabilities, as well as meeting other urgent needs for weapons and ammunition and developing joint weapon production,” he said. Our primary focus was on bolstering Ukraine's air defense and long-range capabilities, as well as meeting other urgent needs for… pic.twitter.com/vBO253sSY3 — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський March 7, 2024 After the meeting, the UK Ministry of Defence stated that it would supply Ukraine with more than 10,000 drones to aid its fight against Russia.

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Britain could send troops to Ukraine in £225m support package as defence secretary vows to 'put a lot more pressure' on Vladimir Putin
4 days, 14 hours ago

Britain could send troops to Ukraine in £225m support package as defence secretary vows to 'put a lot more pressure' on Vladimir Putin

Daily Mail  

Britain could send troops to Ukraine as part of a £225million support package for Kyiv, the Defence Secretary has hinted - as he vowed to 'put a lot more pressure' on Vladimir Putin. Pictured is a British soldier teaching Ukrainian recruits how to assault a building Defence Secretary John Healey is open to sending UK troops to Ukraine to train …

UK may send British troops to Ukraine to train soldiers, defence secretary suggests
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4 days, 16 hours ago

UK may send British troops to Ukraine to train soldiers, defence secretary suggests

The Independent  

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Britain intensifying military support to Ukraine with new aid package: official
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5 days ago

Britain intensifying military support to Ukraine with new aid package: official

China Daily  

British Defence Secretary John Healey is greeted by Ukrainian Defence Secretary Rustem Umerov, at the Ministry of Defence in Kyiv, during a visit to Ukraine. KYIV -- Britain is intensifying its military support to Ukraine with a new aid package that includes naval drones, air defense systems and artillery, British Defense Secretary John Healey said Wednesday. On the same day, …

Ukraine must be in strong position for negotiations, Starmer says
3 weeks ago

Ukraine must be in strong position for negotiations, Starmer says

The Independent  

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Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Volodymyr Zelensky’s suggestion that Ukraine …

Trump envoy's warning that 'we're on the precipice of WW3'... and his plan to end Russia conflict: How Keith Kellogg has proposed giving Putin one fifth of Ukraine and forcing Zelensky in to talks wit
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump envoy's warning that 'we're on the precipice of WW3'... and his plan to end Russia conflict: How Keith Kellogg has proposed giving Putin one fifth of Ukraine and forcing Zelensky in to talks wit

Daily Mail  

The former US Army General tapped to be Donald Trump's special envoy to Ukraine and Russia warned last week 'we're on the precipice of World War III' as he outlined a plan to end the war by forcing both sides to the negotiating table. Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg said we are 'on the precipice of WWIII' after Vladimir Putin launched …

Trump Ukraine envoy Kellogg has plan to end war by playing hardball with U.S. aid
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump Ukraine envoy Kellogg has plan to end war by playing hardball with U.S. aid

Salon  

Donald Trump has selected his former National Security Council Chief of Staff Keith Kellogg to join his second term as a special envoy to Ukraine. President-elect Trump announced the move in a post to Truth Social saying that Kellogg would help secure "peach through strength" and make America "safe again." I am very pleased to nominate General Keith Kellogg to …

Kyiv’s backers take comfort in Trump’s Cabinet picks
1 month, 1 week ago

Kyiv’s backers take comfort in Trump’s Cabinet picks

Politico  

Rubio and Waltz have questioned or voted against past U.S. aid packages for Ukraine — not for lack of support for Ukraine in its fight to defeat Russia but because they felt the U.S. wasn’t spending enough on securing the U.S. southern border. Trump’s latest Cabinet picks have signaled they would back sharper crackdowns on Russia’s energy exports that bankroll …

U.S. Defense chief promises Ukraine what it needs to fight Russia but goes no further
2 months ago

U.S. Defense chief promises Ukraine what it needs to fight Russia but goes no further

LA Times  

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, right, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shake hands Monday in Kyiv, Ukraine. The United States “will get Ukraine what it needs” to fight its war with Russia, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said on an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Monday, but he gave no hint that Washington might endorse …

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance
2 months ago

Former Armed Forces Chief Endorses Zelenskyy's 'Victory Plan' in First Public Appearance

Associated Press  

Ukraine's former armed forces chief, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, expresses his support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's 'victory plan' in his first public appearance since his dismissal. Zaluzhnyi outlines a plan that includes a formal invitation for Ukraine to join NATO and permission to use Western-supplied longer-range missiles to strike military targets deep inside Russian territory.

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal
2 months ago

Ukraine's former armed forces chief endorses 'victory plan' in first speech since his dismissal

The Independent  

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Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit
3 months, 1 week ago

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit

NPR  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterates support for Ukraine in Kyiv visit toggle caption Mark Schiefelbein/AP KYIV – The top diplomats of the U.S. and UK said Wednesday they’re firmly committed to Ukraine’s victory and will adapt support to the country’s needs in a war that’s already lasted 30 months. “The bottom line is this: We want Ukraine to win,” …

Ukraine gets a new chief diplomat as the war with Russia enters a critical phase
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine gets a new chief diplomat as the war with Russia enters a critical phase

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine’s parliament approved the appointment of a new foreign minister Thursday, two lawmakers said, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought to breathe fresh life into his administration with the war against Russia poised for what could be a pivotal phase. Meanwhile, outgunned Ukrainian soldiers are gradually being pushed backward by Russia’s monthslong drive deeper into eastern Ukraine, and …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia has the initiative in the east but new Western aid is on the way
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russia has the initiative in the east but new Western aid is on the way

Associated Press  

POKROVSK, Ukraine — Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday his country’s army is facing “a really difficult situation” in eastern regions where troops are battling to hold at bay an intense Russian push along parts of the front line. Russia has sought to exploit Ukraine’s shortages of ammunition and manpower as the flow of Western supplies since the outbreak of …

UK to expel Russian defence attache over Moscow’s ‘dangerous activities’
7 months, 2 weeks ago

UK to expel Russian defence attache over Moscow’s ‘dangerous activities’

Al Jazeera  

The British government says it will expel Russia’s defence attache over spying allegations as part of several measures targeting Moscow’s intelligence-gathering operations in the United Kingdom. Home Secretary James Cleverly said on Wednesday the measures were aimed at what he called the “reckless and dangerous activities of the Russian government across Europe”. “This is not new and the British people …

US national security adviser Jake Sullivan visits Kyiv as stalemate in Washington holds up aid
9 months ago

US national security adviser Jake Sullivan visits Kyiv as stalemate in Washington holds up aid

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — President Joe Biden’s top foreign policy adviser Jake Sullivan sought to reassure Ukrainians during an unannounced visit to Kyiv Wednesday that the U.S. will continue to support their efforts to fend off Russia’s two-year-old invasion. The national security adviser expressed optimism that lawmakers in Washington will break a monthlong logjam and approve tens of billions of dollars …

Ukraine’s sacked military commander named new ambassador to the UK
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s sacked military commander named new ambassador to the UK

The Independent  

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British Foreign Secretary Cameron visits Eastern Europe to shore up support for Ukraine
10 months, 1 week ago

British Foreign Secretary Cameron visits Eastern Europe to shore up support for Ukraine

The Independent  

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Poland’s prime minister visits Ukraine in the latest show of support for Kyiv against Russia
11 months ago

Poland’s prime minister visits Ukraine in the latest show of support for Kyiv against Russia

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk vowed Monday to keep supporting Ukraine against Russia’s nearly 2-year-old invasion, announcing a new military aid package that includes a loan to buy larger weapons and a commitment to find ways to manufacture them together. Tusk, who returned to power last month and is keen to show that a change in government …

US Defence chief meets Zelenskyy in unannounced visit to Kyiv, vows military support against Russia
1 year, 1 month ago

US Defence chief meets Zelenskyy in unannounced visit to Kyiv, vows military support against Russia

India TV News  

Russia-Ukraine war: US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on Monday in a high-profile push to keep money and weapons flowing to Ukraine even as US and international resources are stretched by the new global risks raised by the Israel-Hamas conflict. US officials said Austin intended to tell Ukrainian officials that American support for efforts to …

US defence chief visits Ukraine in show of solidarity
1 year, 1 month ago

US defence chief visits Ukraine in show of solidarity

Al Jazeera  

The Pentagon chief is in Kyiv on an unannounced visit ‘to stand with Ukraine in their fight for freedom against Russia’. Lloyd Austin “travelled to Ukraine today to meet with Ukrainian leaders and reinforce the staunch support of the United States for Ukraine’s fight for freedom”, the Pentagon said in a statement on Monday. We, along with our allies and …

UK’s newly appointed top diplomat makes surprise visit to Ukraine
1 year, 1 month ago

UK’s newly appointed top diplomat makes surprise visit to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

David Cameron tells Ukraine’s president that London would support Kyiv for ‘however long it takes’. The United Kingdom’s newly appointed foreign secretary, David Cameron, has made a visit to Ukraine to underline British support for Kyiv amid its ongoing war with Russia, according to his office. The former prime minister, making his first working trip abroad as Britain’s top diplomat, …

Sunak insists no plan to send British troops for training in Ukraine ‘here and now’
1 year, 2 months ago

Sunak insists no plan to send British troops for training in Ukraine ‘here and now’

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Rishi Sunak has made clear that defence secretary Grant Shapps’ …

Grant Shapps to ramp up support for Volodymyr Zelensky
1 year, 2 months ago

Grant Shapps to ramp up support for Volodymyr Zelensky

The Telegraph  

Britain will ramp up its training programme for Ukrainian soldiers under plans being discussed with military chiefs, the new Defence Secretary has disclosed. In an interview with The Telegraph, Grant Shapps said he had held talks with Army leaders about moving “more training and production” of military equipment into Ukraine. Following a trip to Kyiv last week, Mr Shapps also …

NATO’s secretary-general meets with Zelenskyy to discuss ‘ending Russia’s aggression’
1 year, 2 months ago

NATO’s secretary-general meets with Zelenskyy to discuss ‘ending Russia’s aggression’

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — NATO’s secretary-general met with Ukraine’s president to discuss the status of the war and needs of troops on Thursday, the day after Russia accused Ukraine’s Western allies of helping plan and conduct last week’s missile strike on the Black Sea Fleet’s headquarters in the annexed Crimean Peninsula. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg …

UK foreign secretary defends allies’ delays in supplying Ukraine with long-range weapons
1 year, 3 months ago

UK foreign secretary defends allies’ delays in supplying Ukraine with long-range weapons

The Independent  

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UK pledges attack drones, more missiles as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets prime minister on European tour
1 year, 7 months ago

UK pledges attack drones, more missiles as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets prime minister on European tour

Associated Press  

LONDON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pressed the British government at the end of a whirlwind European tour Monday to join a “fighter jet coalition” that would help strengthen his country’s aerial capabilities, but instead secured a commitment for attack drones and hundreds more missiles. Russia reacted to the U.K.'s new pledge “extremely negatively,” but also doubts the missiles and …

Ukraine Seeks Humanitarian Help From India Amid Descruction Due To Russian Attacks Russia Ukraine War Foreign Secretary
1 year, 8 months ago

Ukraine Seeks Humanitarian Help From India Amid Descruction Due To Russian Attacks Russia Ukraine War Foreign Secretary

ABP News  

Following Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking help, India will send school buses among other additional humanitarian help. The request came through a letter that Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova handed over to the Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, meenakashi Lekhi during her three-day visit to India. Had a fruitful meeting …

Australia's ambassador to Ukraine should return to Kyiv, former high commissioner to UK says
1 year, 9 months ago

Australia's ambassador to Ukraine should return to Kyiv, former high commissioner to UK says

ABC  

Pressure is building on the federal government to reopen its embassy in Ukraine, with former high commissioner to the United Kingdom George Brandis saying there is "no excuse" to keep the Kyiv office closed. Key points: Former Coalition cabinet minister turned foreign diplomat George Brandis says Australia should reopen its embassy He said Canadian diplomats, who shared an embassy with …

Zelenskyy to visit UK for first time since Russia’s invasion
1 year, 10 months ago

Zelenskyy to visit UK for first time since Russia’s invasion

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Britain on Wednesday, his first trip to the UK since Russia's invasion began nearly a year ago and only his second confirmed journey outside Ukraine during the war. The British government says Zelenskyy will hold talks with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, address Parliament and meet with UK military chiefs. The visit comes as Sunak …

Why Zelenskyy visited the U.K. nearly 1 year into Russia's war on Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

Why Zelenskyy visited the U.K. nearly 1 year into Russia's war on Ukraine

NPR  

Why Zelenskyy visited the U.K. nearly 1 year into Russia's war on Ukraine Enlarge this image toggle caption Andrew Matthews/Pool via AP Andrew Matthews/Pool via AP LONDON — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a surprise visit to the United Kingdom, one of his very rare trips outside Ukraine since Russia invaded the country nearly one year ago. Here's why …

CIA director visits Kyiv, meets with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy
1 year, 11 months ago

CIA director visits Kyiv, meets with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — CIA Director William Burns visited Kyiv last week to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a U.S. official said Thursday, in the latest example of high-level contacts between the U.S. and Ukraine. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the director’s classified schedule, said Burns emphasized Washington’s “continued support for Ukraine” in the war. The …

Ukraine Prez Zelensky To Meet US Counterpart Biden In His First Foreign Visit Since War With Russia
2 years ago

Ukraine Prez Zelensky To Meet US Counterpart Biden In His First Foreign Visit Since War With Russia

ABP News  

In his first foreign visit since Russia began its military operation in Ukraine, the president of the war-torn country will meet his US counterpart Joe Biden in Washington in a bid to appeal for an increase in funding and a comprehensive package. Announcing the meet, a White House press release said, “President Biden and President Zelenskyy discussed the visit of …

UK PM Rishi Sunak Meets Ukrainian Prez Zelensky During His First Visit To Kyiv Since Taking Office
2 years, 1 month ago

UK PM Rishi Sunak Meets Ukrainian Prez Zelensky During His First Visit To Kyiv Since Taking Office

ABP News  

In his first visit to Kyiv since taking office, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak met Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday, the official Twitter handle of the British prime minister posted. Sunak described his visit to Kyiv as "very humbling," and vowed that the UK would continue to support Ukrainians in their battle, BBC reported. "Since the beginning of the …

Vladimir Putin is a modern day Hitler: Ukraine's Zelensky's security adviser
2 years, 1 month ago

Vladimir Putin is a modern day Hitler: Ukraine's Zelensky's security adviser

Hindustan Times  

Russia's president Vladimir Putin is a modern-day Hitler and his country is doomed to the same fate as Nazi Germany, head of Ukraine ’s national security council said. Oleksiy Danilov, who is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ’s most trusted security adviser, told Sky News that Vladimir Putin's actions in Ukraine will never be forgotten. Oleksiy Danilov also dismissed any idea …

Zelenskiy sacks Ukraine\'s ambassadors to India, 4 other countries
2 years, 5 months ago

Zelenskiy sacks Ukraine\'s ambassadors to India, 4 other countries

Deccan Chronicle  

KYIV: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Saturday that he had dismissed several of Kyiv's senior envoys abroad, including the country's outspoken ambassador to Germany. Zelenskiy announced the sacking of Ukraine's ambassadors to Germany, India, the Czech Republic, Norway and Hungary and said new candidates were being readied for the positions. Andriy Melnyk, who was appointed by Zelenskiy's predecessor as …

Ukraine gets possible path to EU and aid pledges from Britain
2 years, 6 months ago

Ukraine gets possible path to EU and aid pledges from Britain

LA Times  

The European Union’s executive arm recommended putting Ukraine on a path to membership Friday, a symbolic boost for a country fending off a Russian onslaught that is killing civilians, flattening cities and threatening its very survival. The European allies’ latest embrace of Ukraine marked another setback for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who launched his war nearly four months ago, hoping …

Russia-Ukraine crisis live updates | G7 countries to provide $19.8 billion for Ukraine aid package
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia-Ukraine crisis live updates | G7 countries to provide $19.8 billion for Ukraine aid package

The Hindu  

Russia's Defence Ministry said on May 19 that 1,730 Ukrainian soldiers had surrendered this week at the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Ukraine's port city of Mariupol. Carol Petsonk, the United States’ Assistant Secretary for Aviation and International Affairs, was shown around the loading dock of the vehicles carrier “Arc Integrity” where the military gear was tied with straps to …

Russia-Ukraine crisis updates | April 25, 2022
2 years, 7 months ago

Russia-Ukraine crisis updates | April 25, 2022

The Hindu  

After meeting Ukrainian officials, the visiting U.S delegation headed by the country’s Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Mr. Blinken said Russia failing in its war aims and “Ukraine is succeeding.” The United States’ top diplomat and defence chief were in Ukraine’s capital Sunday, Kyiv said, making the first high-level visit by US officials since Russia …

Biden nominates Bridget Brink as US ambassador to Ukraine
2 years, 7 months ago

Biden nominates Bridget Brink as US ambassador to Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

The announcement came after US officials visited Ukraine and announced more aid and plans to reopen US embassy in Kyiv. United States President Joe Biden has named Bridget Brink as ambassador to Ukraine following a visit to the war-torn country by the US Secretary of State and the Pentagon chief. The official announcement on Monday of Brink’s nomination came after …

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: US officials to meet Zelenskyy
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia-Ukraine latest updates: US officials to meet Zelenskyy

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine news from April 24: President Zelenskyy says he hopes to secure heavy weapons at talks with senior US officials. Let us reach a just end on this path — the beginning of a happy life and prosperity of Ukraine.” Zelenskyy said that “on Easter, we ask God for great grace to make our dream come true – this is …

UN chief requests Putin-Zelensky meet over ‘peace in Ukraine’ amid war
2 years, 8 months ago

UN chief requests Putin-Zelensky meet over ‘peace in Ukraine’ amid war

Hindustan Times  

United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres on Wednesday wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to “discuss urgent steps to bring peace in Ukraine.” According to the spokesperson for the secretary-general Stephane Dujarric, two separate letters were handed over to the Permanent Missions of the Russian Federation and Ukraine. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres "In these letters, the …

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War
2 years, 8 months ago

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS— A U.N. task force is warning in a new report that Russia’s war against Ukraine threatens to devastate the economies of many developing countries that are now facing even higher food and energy costs and increasingly difficult financial conditions. ___ KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he’s “sincerely thankful” to the U.S. for the new round …

British PM makes surprise visit to Kyiv, meets Zelenskyy
2 years, 8 months ago

British PM makes surprise visit to Kyiv, meets Zelenskyy

Al Jazeera  

British Prime Minister’s visit follows UK pledge of more sophisticated military equipment to fight Russia. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, a surprise visit to the war-scarred capital following the UK pledge to provide more than $130 million in sophisticated weaponry to Ukraine on Friday. Downing Street described Johnson’s visit as a “show …

Boris Johnson meets Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv
2 years, 8 months ago

Boris Johnson meets Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv

The Telegraph  

Boris Johnson has travelled to Kyiv for a secret meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky. The Ukrainian embassy in the UK tweeted a photo of the pair sat at a conference table with Mr Zelensky along with the caption “surprise” and a winking emoji. A Number 10 spokesman said: “The Prime Minister has travelled to Ukraine to meet President Zelensky in person, …

Live updates: Zelenskyy recalls envoys to Georgia, Morocco
2 years, 8 months ago

Live updates: Zelenskyy recalls envoys to Georgia, Morocco

Associated Press  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has recalled Ukraine’s ambassadors to Georgia and Morocco, suggesting they haven’t done enough to persuade those countries to support Ukraine and punish Russia for the invasion. Jeremy Fleming, who heads the U.K.’s GCHQ electronic spy agency, said Russian President Vladimir Putin “massively misjudged” his chances for a swift military victory in Ukraine. But Fleming warns that …

Russia Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Zelensky claims Moscow is kidnapping mayors, 'some of them found dead'
2 years, 8 months ago

Russia Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Zelensky claims Moscow is kidnapping mayors, 'some of them found dead'

India TV News  

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Monday that he has been in "very close contact" with India and other countries including Turkey, China and Israel on mediation efforts towards bringing an end to the war in Ukraine. Earlier also Guterres had said that he has been in close contact with a number of countries, including China, France, Germany, India, Israel …

Is the West doing enough to help Ukraine?
2 years, 8 months ago

Is the West doing enough to help Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

Western leaders announce new plans to punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine including sanctions and more military aid for Kyiv. The 30 NATO allies said Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is the biggest threat to Euro-Atlantic security in decades. Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Hanna Shelest – Director of Security Programmes with Ukrainian Prism and editor-in-chief of Ukraine Analytica. Vladimir …

President Biden agrees to a tentative meeting with Putin to discuss Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

President Biden agrees to a tentative meeting with Putin to discuss Ukraine

NPR  

President Biden agrees to a tentative meeting with Putin to discuss Ukraine Enlarge this image toggle caption AlekseyFilippov/AFP via Getty Images AlekseyFilippov/AFP via Getty Images President Joe Biden is willing to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin "in principle," as long as Russia does not invade Ukraine, the White House said on Sunday night, after a day of diplomacy brokered …

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