Russia-Ukraine War
The latest on the Russia-Ukraine War. On February 24, 2022, Russia's Vladimir Putin began a military invasion of Ukraine, creating the largest military conflict and the largest refugee crisis in Europe since World War II. Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky received international praise for his handling of the conflict, with the international community condemning Russia's Putin and implementing sanctions that have crippled and isolated the Russian economy. In late 2022/early 2023, the United States, Canada, and other countries have supported Ukraine by providing weapons and tanks, significant resources to bolster Ukraine's efforts in the war.
Ukraine war maps show counteroffensive progress this week
Ukrainian troops have made advances on the western front line, according to the Institute for the Study of War maps.
Putin ally's car explodes in occupied Ukraine
The local executive secretary for United Russia in an occupied city in Ukraine was allegedly targeted with a car bomb on Saturday.
Prigozhin allies warn Putin makes things "worse," float new march on Moscow
The Russian leader sparked outrage after speculating about drug use from former Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin who recently died in a plane crash.
Russia shoots down its own Su-35 jet for second time within days: Reports
The price of one Su-35 jet is estimated to cost roughly between $43 and $85 million.
Russia's "supreme shaman" offers prediction on nuclear war
The elected top shaman in Russia discussed in an interview the war in Ukraine and the possible use of nuclear weapons.
Even Russian propaganda was hesitant to claim Kyiv would fall in three days
In the months leading up to February 24, 2022, virtually no prominent Russian pundits were actually predicting that Kyiv would fall "in three days."
China-made spy tech used by Prigozhin during mutiny: Report
The late Wagner Group chief reportedly used imagery from China-owned satellites to assist his failed mutiny and march on Moscow.
Ukraine maps show counteroffensive "successes" near Bakhmut
Ukraine's counteroffensive to reclaim its territory is now in its fifth month, and Kyiv's forces are edging toward the city of Bakhmut.
What Is Burevestnik? Putin Confirms Tests of Nuclear-Capable Cruise Missile
The nuclear-powered and nuclear-tipped cruise missile, also known as Skyfall and 'Flying Chernobyl,' is thought to have a range of around 14,000 miles.
We Need the Monroe Doctrine
The United States desperately needs to mind its own business internationally.
Putin's forgetfulness at conference raises questions
Vladimir Putin made a few slip ups while giving a wide-ranging speech at an annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi.
How Ukraine is "neutralizing" Russia's biggest advantage
Kyiv appears to have prioritized the erosion of Russia's logistical and combat capabilities over purely territorial gains.
Chaos for the Sake of Chaos Is Not Good Governance
Most independent voters will (not necessarily incorrectly) see this as Republicans airing their dirty laundry.
Putin explains when Russia would use nukes
"In the event of an attack on Russia, no one has any chance of survival," Putin warned.
Zelensky snubbed for Nobel Peace Prize after being clear favorite
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky lost out to Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human-rights activist.
This is how Ukraine war could end, according to Putin's exiled foe
"It is not possible to preserve Putin and stop the war," said Russian opposition figure Mikhail Khodorkovsky.
Russian Soldier admits military fakes videos to exaggerate success
In an alleged intercepted call posted by Kyiv's military, a Russian troop talks about staging videos of battle scenes.
Russia condemned after dozens killed in strike on grocery store
A Russian attack reportedly resulted in the deaths of more than 51 civilians in a village in eastern Ukraine.
Bakhmut battle sees six Russian tanks destroyed in just a day: Ukraine
"Our soldiers canceled three T-72 tanks, one T-80 and two T-90," a Ukrainian commander said.
Ukraine army's "invisibility cloak" ready for mass production: Developers
The new technology has been designed with special operation units and snipers in mind, one researcher told Newsweek.
Russia loses 280,000 troops as attacks intensify in eastern Ukraine: Kyiv
Russia has increased strikes in the Kharkiv and Luhansk regions in recent days, a Kyiv military official reported.
Burger King is in hot water—again
The fast food chain had promised to stop doing business in Russia after the country launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Ukraine is losing ground in the crucial battle for US hearts and minds
"What the Ukrainians don't know how to calculate is the political risk," former U.S. ambassador to ex-Soviet states Stephan Sestanovich told Newsweek.
Marjorie Taylor Greene posing with left-wing group sparks backlash
Some Republicans aren't happy that the Georgia congresswoman posed with anti-war left-wing activists demanding a stop to the Ukraine war.
Russia "evacuating" officers' families as Ukraine targets next key outpost
"'There is no panic,' but there is panic," said Ivan Fedorov, the mayor of Ukraine's occupied southern city of Melitopol.
Russia's Crimea problem keeps getting worse
A slew of recent Ukrainian victories appear to have the Black Sea Fleet on the back foot in one of the war's most pivotal theaters.
Video shows Ukraine special forces land in Crimea: Kyiv
Russia has been dealt a number of blows in recent weeks as Ukraine ramps up measures to recapture annexed Crimea.
Russia eyes new naval base for Black Sea fleet after Crimea retreat
The leader of the Georgian breakaway region of Abkhazia said an agreement had been signed to set up a "permanent point of deployment for the Russian navy."
The trick to understanding Kremlin propaganda
The less plausible sounding half of Kremlin propaganda isn't actually any less true than the more plausible sounding half is—it is cut from the same cloth.
What Ukraine's first lady told Kate Middleton in message
Olena Zelenska sent a message of thanks after Kate visited an organization sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine on Wednesday.
