Russia launches largest drone attack of war on Ukraine
Officials say many were intercepted - but several hit civilian areas, causing deaths and injuries.
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US Did Not Spend $350 Billion on Ukraine Aid, Pentagon Says
The U.S. Department of Defense clarifies aid to Ukraine, stating $183 billion approved since 2022, refuting Trump's claims of $350 billion.
Japan Expands Medical Treatment Program for Injured Ukrainian Soldiers
The Japanese Ministry of Defense expands its medical program, allowing more wounded Ukrainian soldiers access to care at a new hospital starting March 2025.
Swiss army open to peacekeeping role on the Ukrainian-Russian border
Army chief Thomas Süssli said that Switzerland could provide around 200 soldiers for a UN peacekeeping mission.
Trudeau, Trump talk Ukraine as allies fear U.S. withdrawal from war effort
A brief readout from Trudeau's office Saturday said the two leaders spoke about the Ukraine war, now entering its fourth year, ahead of a virtual G7 meeting scheduled for Monday.
EU considers confiscating part of Russia’s frozen $280 billion, Bloomberg reports
The European Union is discussing how to seize Russia’s frozen central bank assets to provide financial and military aid to Ukraine, as concerns grow that the United States may scale back its support.
Musk denies US threat to cut Starlink over Ukraine minerals deal
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has denied reports that the United States threatened to shut off Starlink in Ukraine unless Kyiv agreed to a minerals deal. Responding to a report by Reuters, Musk called the claim "false" and accused the news agency of lying.
UK to announce new sanctions on Russia
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the sanctions package the largest since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. They come ahead of the war's third anniversary.
Draft US-Ukraine rare earth minerals deal not one President Zelensky would accept, source says
Pope Francis Is In Critical Condition, Report Says
The 88-year-old leader of the Catholic Church has been hospitalized for the past week with a lung infection.
Ukraine Opposes US Demand For $500 Billion Fund in Minerals Deal
In reversal, Trump says Russia attacked Ukraine
President Donald Trump had said on Tuesday that Ukraine "should have never started" the war three years ago, prompting a wave of criticism both domestically and internationally.
Elon Musk Boosts Germany’s Far-Right AfD Party Again Ahead Of Sunday’s Election
Musk has emerged as a fervent supporter of Alternative for Germany, a far-right, anti-immigrant party that is polling in second place ahead of Germany's parliamentary election.
Trump’s lurking assault on Canada rests on endless lies and irrational populism
Donald Trump’s relentless threats against Canada are based on a series of lies that he continues to tell.
'Europe did more than the US' — EU defense commissioner pushes back against Trump accusations
Editor's note: The interview has been edited for clarity and brevity. Donald Trump's return to the White House has forced Kyiv and other European capitals to ask themselves a sobering question: What will happen to Western support for Ukraine if the U.S. withdraws? The U.S. has been, by
Canada, Greenland, Panama, Gaza and now Ukraine: Wake up, world, Donald Trump is coming for you
Nothing about Donald Trump’s second presidency bodes well for America’s allies and friends, including Canada, due to his complete disdain for international law.
Poland to continue to pay for Ukraine’s satellite internet
The U.S. is reportedly using access to Starlinks as a bargaining chip.
I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says
The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days.
US envoy says America is 'with' Ukraine - in contrast to Trump's remarks
Keith Kellogg, the US envoy for Kyiv and Moscow, made comments about Ukraine in stark contrast to Donald Trump, who called Volodymyr Zelenskyy a "dictator without elections" and suggested Ukraine started the war.