Category: 2. RussianAggression
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how Kyiv navigates Putin’s red lines — and western indecision
Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s meeting with the US president at the White House on Thursday will mark the latest attempt by the Ukrainian leader to convince the Biden administration on the need for the latest military kit to fend off Russia’s attacks: long-range missiles. Since the launch of the… Continue Reading
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$375 million US military aid package for Ukraine expected as soon as Wednesday
Pentagon — The U.S. military is expected to announce a new military aid package for Ukraine this week valued at up to $375 million, the largest aid sent to Kyiv since May. According to several U.S. officials, who spoke to VOA on condition of anonymity to discuss the package ahead of the… Continue Reading
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At U.N. General Assembly, Global Crises Collide With Fraught U.S. Politics
President Biden will speak at a time of deep uncertainty about the future of America’s role in the world. Continue Reading
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Ukrainian Civilians Injured As Russian Bombs Target Zaporizhzhya
At least 17 people were reported wounded, including a child, in a Russian attack on the southeastern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhya overnight on September 22-23. Officials said guided glide bombs hit civilian apartment blocks, setting off fires. The assault came a day after similar air strikes… Continue Reading
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As U.N. Meets, Pressure Mounts on Biden to Loosen Up on Arms for Ukraine
Finland’s president and NATO’s departing secretary general are urging Mr. Biden to allow Ukraine to use weapons to hit bases deeper inside Russia. Continue Reading
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Ukraine Needs to Be Realistic About Goals in War With Russia, Czech President Says
President Petr Pavel, a former NATO general who has been vocal in his support for Ukraine, said Kyiv needed to accept that some territory could remain under Russian control, at least “temporarily.” Continue Reading
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Punishment For ‘Russophobia’ To Be Added To Russian Criminal Code
KYIV — Kyiv’s allies have increased military support for Ukraine this month, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said, after the European Union pledged a new $39 billion loan for the country’s recovery. “[Aid] accelerated in September…and we can feel the difference,” Zelenskiy said late on… Continue Reading
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Russian Women Face Pressure After Demanding Return of Husbands, Sons From Ukraine
KYIV — Kyiv’s allies have increased military support for Ukraine this month, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said, after the European Union pledged a new $39 billion loan for the country’s recovery. “[Aid] accelerated in September…and we can feel the difference,” Zelenskiy said late on… Continue Reading
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Ukrainian Jailed For Espionage In Russian-Occupied Crimea
KYIV — Kyiv’s allies have increased military support for Ukraine this month, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said, after the European Union pledged a new $39 billion loan for the country’s recovery. “[Aid] accelerated in September…and we can feel the difference,” Zelenskiy said late on… Continue Reading
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Putin casts his net over Stalin’s exonerated victims
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Russian politics myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. In 2013, during a televised question-and-answer session with Russian citizens, Vladimir Putin took the opportunity to condemn Joseph Stalin’s persecution of millions in the… Continue Reading