Ukraine
Musk Called Out After Complaining His Own Fact-Checker Is Contradicting His Zelensky Claims: 'You Can't Stand the Truth'
Elon Musk publicly criticized X's Community Notes system for contradicting claims that the Ukrainian President is widely unpopular and afraid to hold elections.
Republicans Fact-Check Trump's Claim That Ukraine Started War With Russia: 'Factually Wrong'
Some GOP lawmakers distanced themselves from Trump's statements calling Zelensky a "dictator without elections" and blaming Ukraine for the war
Democratic Senator Blasts Trump's Post Slamming Zelensky as 'Disgusting Betrayal': 'The President's Surrender is Pathetic and Weak'
Trump's social media post disparaging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky—a longtime ally to the United States—sparked a harsh rebuke from Sen. Blumenthal.
Trump Accuses Zelensky of Being a 'Dictator Without Elections' as Putin Announces Diplomatic Relations With US Will Be Restored
Trump labeled Zelensky a "dictator without elections," echoing Kremlin rhetoric, as Putin announced the restoration of US-Russia diplomatic ties.
Senior White House Official Says Ukraine's Zelensky is Being 'Short-Sighted' For Not Agreeing To Give U.S. Access To Rare Earths
The U.S. proposed Ukraine allow the U.S. use of its rare earth minerals as "compensation" for previous military aid as well as future aid
Zelensky: 'I Really Believe the Time Has Come' for Creation of an 'Army of Europe'
Volodymyr Zelensky has called for the creation of a unified European army, arguing that Europe must be prepared to defend itself without relying on the US.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Wants 'Security Guarantees' Before Engaging in Talks About Ending War
While meeting with Vice President JD Vance, Zelensky reiterated his desire to only meet in-person with Vladimir Putin after a common plan is negotiated with President Trump
Senate Republican Says Pete Hegseth Made 'Rookie Mistake' Right Off the Bat With Ukraine
"I don't know who wrote the speech," said Senator Wicker of Hegseth's comments on Ukraine. "It's the kind of thing Tucker Carlson could have written, and Carlson is a fool"
Trump Says He Had 'Great Talks With Russia and Ukraine,' Claims 'Good Possibility' of Ending War
Trump announced early Thursday that he had "great talks" with both Putin and Zelenskyy, raising hopes of a possible end to the nearly three-year war in Ukraine.
Russia Is 'On the Brink of a Breakup' With the US Following Trump's Claims About 'Good Relationship' With Putin: Kremlin
Russia stated its relationship with the US is "balancing on the brink of a breakup," during a press conference Monday morning.
Trump Says Putin Told Him He 'Wants to See People Stop Dying' in Russia-Ukraine War
Donald Trump revealed Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to see the Russia-Ukraine war end before taking a swipe at former President Joe Biden.
Russian Musician Joins Long List of Putin Critics to Die in 'Fall From Window' After Calling Russian Leader a 'Bastard'
A Russian musician who repeatedly condemned Russia's war on Ukraine mysteriously "fell" out of a window, marking the latest inexplicable death of a public figure criticizing the Russian government.
Ukraine Leader Zelensky Calls Tucker Carlson a 'Blogger,' Tells Him to 'Stop Licking Putin's Ass'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Tucker Carlson a "blogger" and told him to "stop licking" Russian President Vladimir Putin's "ass."
Russia Pulls North Korean Soldiers Off Front Lines After Heavy Losses Against Ukraine
North Korean troops supporting Russia in fighting against Ukrainian forces have been removed from battle after being severely weakened from suffering a large number of casualties, officials say.
New Russian History Textbook Compares Ukraine to Nazi Germany, Says Putin Was 'Forced' to Launch War
A new textbook designed for students aged 15 and older frames Russia's war in Ukraine as a continuation of the Soviet fight against Nazi Germany.
Horrifying Video Shows Civilians Fleeing Giant Explosion After Reported Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Russian Oil Refinery
Video footage taken on Jan. 23 shows an alleged drone attack conducted by Ukrainian armed forces attacking the Rostneft Oil Refinery in Ryazan, Russia by using many long-range kamikaze drones.
Trump Says Zelensky 'Shouldn't Have Allowed' War With Russia to Happen, Takes Jab at Ukrainian Leader: 'He's No Angel'
While simultaneously commending him for his bravery, President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for not striking a deal with Russia at the start of the war.
'We Can Do It the Easy Way or the Hard Way': Trump Threatens Putin If He Doesn't End 'Ridiculous War'
Trump urges Putin to end the Ukraine war by threatening sanctions against Russia.
Trump Silent on Russia-Ukraine War as He Breaks Campaign Promise to End Conflict in 24 Hours
President Trump faces criticism for breaking his campaign promise to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Captured 2 North Korean Soldiers, Shares Photos on Social Media
The Ukrainian president said the two were wounded but are receiving medical care and are talking with the nation's security officials
Prime Minister Who Mysteriously Vanished After Meeting with Putin Traced to Suite at Luxury Hotel as County Claims He's on 'Vacation'
Solvakia's Prime Minister briefly went missing last month following a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Ukraine Warns Russia Is 'Getting What It Deserves' After It Launches Surprise Attacks Across Kursk
Ukraine escalates its counteroffensive in Russia's Kursk region, claiming Moscow is "getting what it deserves" as fierce battles continue across the border.
Moscow, Kyiv End Russian Gas Transit To Europe Via Ukraine
Russian gas has been supplied to Europe via pipelines crossing Ukraine since the end of the Soviet Union in 1991 in an arrangement that earned revenues for Moscow from the gas and for Kyiv from the transit fees.
Zelensky Vows Ukraine Will Do Everything In 2025 To Stop Russia
The Ukrainian leader's address caps a difficult year for the war-battered country which has been fending off a better-resourced Russian army for nearly three years.
Putin Avoids Taking Blame for Azerbaijan Airlines Fatal Crash in Russian Airspace, Apologizes to Aliyev for 'Tragic Incident'
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare public apology on Saturday following the fatal crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight in Russian airspace.
Polish Teens Will Undergo Mandatory Firearms Training To Protect Against Possible Future Russian Aggression
Poland has mandated firearms training for teenagers to bolster national defense against potential Russian threats.
Video Shows Harrowing Moment When Azerbaijani Plane Crashes in Kazakhstan, Killing Dozens
Video footage shows the moment when a passenger jet with 62 passengers and five crew members, fell from the sky and crashed into the ground.
Pope Francis Calls For End of Ukraine, Gaza Wars During Christmas Day Address: 'May The Sound Of Arms Be Silenced'
Pope Francis used his 2024 Christmas Day address to call for an end to the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
Ukrainian President Zelensky Decries 'Inhumane' Russian Attack Targeting Energy Infrastructure On Christmas Day
On Christmas Day, Russia unleashed a large-scale missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Russian Nuclear Defense Chief Assassinated in Shocking Moscow Bombing
A bomb had been remotely detonated after being hidden in an electric scooter outside an apartment, killing Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov.