Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth offered unusually strong criticism of Russia, just as Ukraine seeks American Tomahawk missiles.
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Trump Says He May Give Tomahawks to Ukraine. Is He Bluffing?
President Trump’s threats to provide the missiles to Ukraine, whether he follows through on them or not, are a sign of his growing frustration with Moscow.
Zelensky Revokes Odesa Mayor’s Citizenship, Amid Feud With Local Leaders
Ukraine’s security services said the mayor held Russian citizenship, which is forbidden, but he denied the accusation. Government opponents see it as part of a power grab.
Ukraine’s Formula for Peace: Fewer Talks, More Weapons
As Russia rebuffs President Trump’s diplomatic push, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine plans to head again to the White House, this time seeking missiles.
Ukraine’s Formula for Peace: Fewer Talks, More Weapons
As Russia rebuffs President Trump’s diplomatic push, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine plans to head again to the White House, this time seeking missiles.
Why Ukraine Is Betting on Strikes Deep Inside Russia
The Kremlin will only negotiate if missiles and drones bring the pain of war home to Russians, Ukrainian officials say.
To Inflict Pain on Russians, Ukraine’s Drones Zero In on Oil Refineries
With Russian forces gaining slowly on the battlefield, Ukraine hopes its long-range drone campaign will help persuade Vladimir V. Putin to change course.
To Inflict Pain on Russians, Ukraine’s Drones Zero In on Oil Refineries
With Russian forces gaining slowly on the battlefield, Ukraine hopes its long-range drone campaign will help persuade Vladimir V. Putin to change course.
Why Ukraine Is Betting on Strikes Deep Inside Russia
The Kremlin will only negotiate if missiles and drones bring the pain of war home to Russians, Ukrainian officials say.
As Winter Nears, Russian Strikes on Ukraine’s Energy Grid Cause Blackouts
Every fall since the war started in 2022, Russia has targeted electricity and heating infrastructure in an effort to weaken Ukrainians’ will to continue fighting.
Russia Targets Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure With Deadly Bombardment
At least five people were killed before dawn in another large-scale and wide-ranging assault.
Russian Drones Hit 2 Passenger Trains, Ukraine Says
The drone strikes killed at least one person and injured dozens of others, officials said. The attack came amid rising alarm about the status of a nuclear plant relying solely on generators.
Russian Drones Hit 2 Passenger Trains, Ukraine Says
The drone strikes killed at least one person and injured dozens of others, officials said. The attack came amid rising alarm about the status of a nuclear plant relying solely on generators.
Putin Suggests Trump Will Decide Against Sending Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine
The Russian president warned against fulfilling a Ukrainian request for more powerful long-range missiles, while also suggesting President Trump would decide against the idea.
Ukraine’s New Prime Minister Speaks Trump’s Language
The appointment of Yuliia Svyrydenko, a business-oriented official, shows how Kyiv is trying to persuade the Trump administration that working with the country can be lucrative, even in wartime.
She Speaks Trump’s Language: Meet Ukraine’s New Prime Minister
The appointment of Yuliia Svyrydenko, a business-oriented official, shows how Kyiv is trying to persuade the Trump administration that working with the country can be lucrative, even in wartime.
She Speaks Trump’s Language: Meet Ukraine’s New Prime Minister
The appointment of Yuliia Svyrydenko, a business-oriented official, shows how Kyiv is trying to persuade the Trump administration that working with the country can be lucrative, even in wartime.
Russia Hammers Kyiv in 12-Hour Drone Assault
At least four people were killed in the attack, which also wounded dozens of civilians in the capital and around the country.
With His Pivot on Ukraine, Trump May Be Washing His Hands of the War
President Trump has shown dwindling interest in mediating a peace accord, joining European “security guarantees” for Ukraine or providing aid and intelligence to the Ukrainians.
With His Pivot on Ukraine, Trump May Be Washing His Hands of the War
President Trump has shown dwindling interest in mediating a peace accord, joining European “security guarantees” for Ukraine or providing aid and intelligence to the Ukrainians.
With His Pivot on Ukraine, Trump May Be Washing His Hands of the War
President Trump has shown dwindling interest in mediating a peace accord, joining European “security guarantees” for Ukraine or providing aid and intelligence to the Ukrainians.
Zelensky Issues Call to Arms, Saying Global Institutions Have Failed
President Volodymyr Zelensky said more weapons were needed to defend his country and the free world, blaming Russia for spurring a dangerous new arms race.
Ukrainians Are Grateful but Skeptical After Trump’s Turnabout on the War
Whereas he once pressed Ukraine to take any deal, President Trump said he now believed that the country could win. Some Ukrainians seemed not to take his position seriously.
Ukrainians Are Grateful but Skeptical After Trump’s Turnabout on the War
Whereas he once pressed Ukraine to take any deal, President Trump said he now believed that the country could win. Some Ukrainians seemed not to take his position seriously.
In a Sudden Shift, Trump Says Ukraine Can Win the War With Russia
President Trump’s pivot could give him room to distance himself from a conflict that he once promised to solve in days or weeks.
Trump’s U-Turn on Ukraine Was a Surprise, Zelensky Says
The Ukrainian leader said in an interview on Fox News that Russia’s unwillingness to take steps toward peace had impacted the American president.
Trump’s U-Turn on Ukraine Was a Surprise, Zelensky Says
The Ukrainian leader said in an interview on Fox News that Russia’s unwillingness to take steps toward peace had impacted the American president.
Ukraine Counterattacks, Scoring Rare, if Modest, Success in Northeast
The gains could help counter Moscow’s narrative that Russian advances are unstoppable and that Kyiv should settle for a peace deal, even if it means giving up territory.
What a No-Fly Zone Over Ukraine Would Mean for the West
Poland suggested such a zone after a major Russian incursion. But political hesitance and military shortcomings pose clear obstacles.
Romania Reports Russian Drone in Its Airspace
The brief incursion occurred days after Poland reported Russian drones in its territory. Romania said the drone did not fly over populated areas.
Romania Reports Russian Drone in Its Airspace
The brief incursion occurred days after Poland reported Russian drones in its territory. Romania said the drone did not fly over populated areas.
Supporters of Ukraine Anti-Corruption Investigator Call His Jailing Absurd
The case of a detective who activists say was investigating close associates of President Volodymyr Zelensky is seen as a bellwether.
Western Troops in Ukraine Before a Peace Deal Would Be ‘Targets’, Putin Says
The Russian leader made the threat a day after European leaders said they were willing to deploy forces on the ground to secure an agreement to end the war.
Western Troops in Ukraine Before a Peace Deal Would Be ‘Targets’, Putin Says
The Russian leader made the threat a day after European leaders said they were willing to deploy forces on the ground to secure an agreement to end the war.
With Trump and Ukraine, Europe’s Leaders Are Playing a Long Game
Leaders on the continent are trying to show the U.S. president that they are serious about laying the groundwork to end the war — and that President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia is not.
