Ukraine War

Ukraine makes gains in areas annexed by Russia

Ukraine claims full control of logistics hub of Lyman, liberate small towns in Kherson region.

Is the US pushing the world into WWIII with Russia?

Former military advisor says the White House is playing a very unpopular game that will get them nowhere.

US official:

'No sign of imminent use of nuclear weapons by Putin'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan: We take Putin's threats seriously but don't see indications of use of nuclear weapons right now.

NATO condemns Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions

In response to annexation, Zelenskyy submits 'accelerated' application for Ukraine to join NATO.

Watch: Putin annexes four Ukrainian regions

Russian President Vladimir Putin and top officials of Russia-held territories in Ukraine sign agreements in a ceremony in Moscow

Watch: Russia calls situation 'very dangerous' as new leak found

A fourth leak in the underwater Nord Stream gas pipeline has the West screaming 'sabotage' while Russia dismisses all allegations.

Ahead of annexation:

Putin recognizes independence of two Ukrainian regions

Russian President signs decrees paving the way for Kherson and Zaporizhzhia to be formally annexed into Russia.

Russia to annex occupied parts of Ukraine tomorrow

Spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin says formal order annexing 4 occupied parts of Ukraine to Russia to be signed tomorrow.

Suspicion over damaged Russian pipeline grows

European experts are pointing the finger at Russia, saying that only a state actor would be able to breach the underwater pipeline. Fin

Ukraine Ambassador:

'We shot down drones launched against Israelis in Uman'

Ukrainian Amb. to Israel Yevgen Korniychuk confirms reports Ukrainian troops shot down Iranian-produced drones launched by Russia at Uman.

Blinken: 'Catastrophic effects' if Russia uses nuclear weapons

The US Secretary of State warns the Russian government against using nukes in its war with Ukraine.

Watch: Thousands of vehicles streaming across Russian border

Some are paying large sums of money to get ahead in line to exit the country.

Watch: Russian police pummel anti-war protesters

Riot police kicked a demonstrator in the head and carried away others protesting Putin's mobilization order, calling up 300,000 reservists.

Former Russian President:

'Putin's threat of nuclear weapons is not a bluff'

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says Russia has the right to defend itself if pushed.

Zelenskyy:

'Russian referendums in occupied parts of Ukraine are a farce'

Ukrainian President stresses Ukraine would defend its people still living under occupation.

Twenty injured Ukrainians to be treated in Israel

Israel will receive injured and amputatees for medical care in a variety of hospitals specializing in rehabilitation

Israel does not recognize Russian referendums in Ukraine

Foreng Ministry issues statement supporting Ukraine's territorial integrity as Moscow claims overwhelming support for annexation.

US official:

'We'll respond decisively to Russian use of nuclear weapons'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan: If Russia uses nukes against Ukraine, there will be catastrophic consequences.

Israel to treat wounded Ukrainian soldiers

20 Ukrainian soldiers who were wounded during fighting against Russia will be treated at Sheba Hospital in Tel Hashomer.

427 people treated for medical emergencies in Uman

Thousands visit tomb of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov despite warnings not to come due to Russia's war on Ukraine.

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

Ukraine announced it would downgrade diplomatic ties with Iran due to its decision to supply Russian forces with drones.

"An unfriendly act"

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

The move comes hours after Ukraine said it downed four Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles.

Zelenskyy:

'Israel provided us with nothing'

Ukrainian President says he is "shocked" that Israel did not provide his country with advanced weapons during war with Russia.

Watch: Russian ambassador walks out on UN Security Council

The British representative was in the middle of a damning statement against Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Amid protests, some Russians leaving country to avoid draft

Polls show invasion of Ukraine still popular inside Russia, despite recent protests and emigration by some seeking to avoid mobilization.

Watch: Zelenskyy lays out Ukraine's demands

The Ukrainian leader wants Russia to be 'punished' and security guaranteed for his country.

Watch: More than 1,300 Russians arrested in state-wide protests

Russian citizens are adamant in their opposition to having their children killed in a 'useless' war.

Zelenskyy to UN:

'We want just punishment for Russia's crime'

Ukrainian President proposes five-point plan to establish peace, rules out any other peace proposal.

Biden accuses Putin of 'reckless nuclear threats' at UN

US President says Russia's President "shamelessly violated" the UN charter in seeking war on Ukraine.

Putin sends serial killers and cannibal to fight in Ukraine

As losses mount, Russia reportedly mobilizes over 50,000 convicts to fight in war.

Putin warns West: 'I am not bluffing' over nuclear threat

Prior to announcing the mobilization of 300,000 extra troops, Putin issues a stern warning to the West and NATO.

Putin announces partial mobilization ahead of annexation

Russia to call up reservists for army service in Ukraine as President Putin pushes for 'referendums' to enable annexation of eastern Ukraine

Watch: Putin announces partial mobilization of Russian troops

Soldiers who have previously served in the army will be chosen first - and provided specialized military training.

Ukraine accuses Russia of 'nuclear terrorism' after plant attack

Russian missile blasts crater close to South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant near the city of Yuzhnoukrainsk.

Iconic Russian singer condemns war, attack on Jewish husband

Alla Pugacheva condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine after Moscow declares her husband, comedian Maksim Galkin, a 'foreign agent.'

Biden warns Putin:

'Don't use nuclear weapons in Ukraine'

US President urges Russian President to not use tactical nuclear or chemical weapons: The US response will be consequential.

Blinken:

Russia likely responsible for war crimes in Ukraine

Secretary of State says Russia behaving "horrifically" after mass graves discovered in areas liberated from Russian troops in Ukraine.

Russia: Germany crossed ‘red line’ in sending arms to Ukraine

Russia threatens response after Germany announces additional shipment of weapons to Ukraine.

Ukraine war:

Mass grave found in city recaptured from Russian forces

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian authorities found a mass burial site near the city of Izium.

Intercepted phone call: 'Is this Ukraine? I want to surrender'

One combatant can be heard telling his girlfriend he's hurt and wants to 'go home.'

America’s Ukraine War response endangers our free-market regime

Economic freedom is tied to democracy. Sanctions not only wrecked the pillars of capitalism, they violated fundamentals of democracy. Op-ed.

Jewish groups bring badly-needed supplies to war-torn Ukraine

‘The Jews have arrived’: In Bucha and other decimated towns near Kyiv, a Jewish group distributes sorely-needed supplies

Did fears of WWIII keep Elon Musk from Twitter deal?

Court documents allege Musk told an investor that it 'didn't make sense' to sign a deal if Putin was to launch an international conflict.

Putin facing calls to resign over disastrous Ukraine war

Dozens of Russian deputies from 18 municipalities urge Putin to resign over invasion of Ukraine.

New sign at Rabbi Nachman's Tomb: 'Pray for peace of Ukraine'

Breslov movement replaces sign welcoming visitors to tomb of hasidic sage in as govts. call on citizens not to come to Uman this year.

Zelenskyy:

'We've already liberated 6,000 square kilometers of territory'

Ukrainian President: We've recaptured 6,000 square kilometers in counter-offensive this month, and we are moving further.

Russian forces collapsing as Ukraine launches 'lightning' strike

In just 5 days, Ukrainian forces have liberated more territory than Russia had taken over since the second month of the war.

Will Russian officials bring down their leader?

As Ukraine's counteroffensive continues to produce staggering results, 18 Russian officials have called for Putin to step down.

Russia and France trade blame on Ukraine nuclear plant

Presidents of Russia and France hold talks regarding safety at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine.

Zelenskyy:

'More than 30 settlements liberated in Kharkiv region'

Ukrainian President says troops have retaken more than 1,000 sq km of territory in the south and east from Russia in the past week.

Russia’s Chabad rabbis call to ‘end the suffering’

Conference of Chabad rabbis in Russia makes thinly veiled call to end invasion of Ukraine.

Jewish organization helping Ukrainian refugees around the world

With $73 million and counting, this organization is the backbone of the Jewish aid effort for Ukraine.

Chief Rabbi of Moscow: Jews must leave Russia

Moscow's former chief rabbi says he received threats from the authorities, had to act despite trying to protect the Jewish community.

"Good news"

Ukrainian troops recapture several towns in Kharkiv region

Ukrainian President says Ukrainian troops have recaptured several towns in the Kharkiv region from Russian forces.

Watch: Russian journalist given 'unprecedented' 22 years in jail

The investigative reporter's father died when he mysteriously fell out of a window after exposing arms sales to Iran.

Ukraine war:

UN chief urges demilitarization of nuclear plant

Antonio Guterres urges Russia and Ukraine to agree on demilitarized perimeter around Zaporozhzhia nuclear power plant.

Biden decision not to declare Russia a sponsor of terror 'final'

US rebuffs Ukrainian President's request on declaration against Russia on grounds the consequences could be worse.

Ukraine:

Zaporizhzhia plant knocked off the electricity grid

Ukraine says Russian shelling caused Europe’s largest nuclear plant to get disconnected from electricity grid.

IAEA chief:

Zaporizhzhia plant disconnected from last external power line

Head of UN nuclear watchdog says nuclear plant still able to transfer electricity.

Travel warning to Ukraine:

'Missiles fired towards Uman a few days ago'

Israel's Foreign Min. reiterates warning to avoid travel to Ukraine, calls on Israelis to leave immediately. 'Immediate danger to life.'