Funerals have become part of everyday life in Ukraine as Russia’s war on the country drags on. “People are exhausted, people are tired,” says Solomiia Bobrovska, a member of Ukraine’s parliament who serves on the defense committee. “They feel the costs [of the war] every day.” Joanna Kakissis/NPR hide caption
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Biden says Congress must approve Ukraine aid this month: 'We can't let Putin win'
President Joe Biden urged Congress to pass funding for Ukraine in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on Dec. 6, 2023. Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images President Joe Biden urged Congress to pass funding for Ukraine in the Roosevelt Room
The U.S. is running out of money for Ukraine, the White House warns
A man uses plastic to cover a broken window in his apartment following a Russian drone attack in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Nov. 25. Felipe Dana/AP hide caption toggle caption Felipe Dana/AP A man uses plastic to cover a broken window in his apartment following a Russian drone attack in Kyiv,
Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on Israel, Ukraine and China
From left to right: former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, former President Donald Trump, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and Vivek Ramaswamy. Joe Raedle/Getty Images; Brandon Bell/Getty Images; Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images; Scott Olson/Getty Images; Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption toggle
Ukraine says spy chief's wife is being treated for poisoning with heavy metals
In this file photo, Maj. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine’s military intelligence chief, center, attends a commemorative event on the occasion of the Russia Ukraine war one year anniversary in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Feb. 24, 2023. Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via AP hide caption toggle caption Ukrainian Presidential Press Office via
Ukraine has taken another small step toward joining the European union
Ukraine is pressing for EU membership as its counteroffensive against Russia has stalled, according to its military chief of staff. Source link
The White House is asking for almost $106 billion for Israel, Ukraine, and the border
President Biden used an Oval Office address to make the case that funding for Israel and Ukraine is in the national interest. Jonathan Ernst/POOL/Reuters via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Jonathan Ernst/POOL/Reuters via Getty Images President Biden used an Oval Office address to make the case that funding for
Up First briefing: Biden links Israel and Ukraine aid; Russia detains U.S. journalist
Good morning. You’re reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today’s top stories President Biden is expected to ask Congress for billions of dollars in funding
Biden is giving an Oval Office address to push for more spending on Israel and Ukraine
The Oval Office on Sept. 30, 2023. President Biden is set to give a prime-time address from the Oval tonight to make the case for more funding for Israel, Ukraine and other national security issues. Samuel Corum/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Samuel Corum/Getty Images The Oval Office on Sept.
Can the U.S. stand with both Israel and Ukraine?
A digital billboard in Tel Aviv welcomes U.S. President Joe Biden to Israel on Wednesday. Leon Neal/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Leon Neal/Getty Images A digital billboard in Tel Aviv welcomes U.S. President Joe Biden to Israel on Wednesday. Leon Neal/Getty Images You know that old saying about being