Biden lays out vision for Ukraine peace, but without NATO membership
In a wide-ranging interview with TIME, President Biden made clear his strategy for peace in Ukraine hinges on Russia never occupying the country, not its NATO membership.
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The Guardian: Zelenskyy pushes for use of long-range systems within Russia amid uncertainty from partners
His comments followed the Biden administration's decision to ease its restrictions on the use of US-supplied HIMARS artillery near Kharkiv while still prohibiting the use of long-range ATACMS systems.
Russia is blackmailing some world leaders ahead of peace summit, says Zelenskyy
The Ukrainian president said that Kyiv is aware of cases of blackmailing by Russia to hinder the participation of some nations in an upcoming Peace Summit, scheduled for 15-16 June.
Politico: US quietly allowed Ukraine to strike inside Russia, but solely near Kharkiv
The Biden administration secretly allows Ukraine targeted strikes inside Russian territory near Kharkiv with US weapons, aiming to counter Russian military threats, while maintaining restrictions on long-range attacks, Politico sources say.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 827: Western allies shift stance, allowing Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia
This represents a loosening of previous restrictions amid Ukraine's escalating cross-border attacks.
Biden likely to skip Peace Summit in Switzerland chooses to raise money for election
In a move that prioritizes election campaign funding over diplomatic efforts, President Joe Biden is likely to skip a Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland next month, choosing instead to attend a fundraiser in California alongside Hollywood stars.
UPDATE: US approves $ 400 million assistance for Ukraine
This aid includes Patriot and Stinger missiles.
Politico: With Ukraine aid secured, Biden to prioritize domestic economic messaging pre-election
Following Ukraine funding victory, Biden poised to minimize war messaging, focusing instead on economic concerns as election looms, Politico says.
“Now go win the fight,” US tells Ukraine, but withholds air power and long-range weapons
Despite restarting aid, the U.S. is still denying Ukraine key capabilities like F-16 fighter jets and long-range strike weapons that Kyiv says are crucial to launching successful counteroffensives.
Biden signs $95 billion war aid measure with aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
The announcement marks an end to the standoff over military aid for Ukraine in the US Congress.
US sets up “robust logistics network” for rapid delivery Ukraine’s $ 60 mn aid
According to Pentagon spokesman Patrick Ryder, the US, in collaboration with its allies and partners, has created "a robust logistics network" to facilitate the swift delivery of defense aid to Ukraine.
Reuters: After Ukraine receives boost from US aid, questions arise over 2025 support
The US is set to send $60 billion in military aid to Ukraine after a long delay. While this assistance will strengthen Ukraine's military, it comes later than expected.
WP: Zelenska declines State of Union invite likely amid Navalny widow’s planned attendance
However, Zelesnka's Office said the First Lady declined an invitation to attend President Biden's State of the Union address on 7 March due "to a scheduling conflict with a planned visit to Kyiv's orphanages."
Bloomberg: Biden calls for G7 action to tap Russian frozen assets for Ukraine
Amid Ukraine's artillery shortage and a stalled $60 billion aid package in the US Congress, US President Joe Biden is urging G7 nations to make progress on plans to tap frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine by their June meeting, Bloomberg reported.
US President Biden convenes congressional leaders to address Ukraine aid and impending US gov’t shutdown
Biden convenes urgent White House meeting with US congressional leaders to discuss critical Ukraine funding and avoiding a federal government shutdown ahead of the looming March 2 deadline.
Putin wants to destroy American unity, Zelenskyy tells CNN
Russian propaganda is trying hard to split American society in order to completely end US support for Ukraine, Ukraine's President said.
Biden: Lack of ammunition forces Ukraine to retreat from Avdiivka
Ukrainian forces withdrew from the eastern city of Avdiivka on 17 Feb, which President Biden attributed to insufficient ammunition partly caused by delayed congressional funding.
Ukraine Talks, ep. 2. Russia’s nuclear ambitions in space: A threat or a bluff?
The second episode of Ukraine Talks delves into the motives and risks behind Russia’s plan to launch nuclear weapons into orbit, the strategic and political consequences of the Ukrainian troops’ retreat from the frontline town of Avdiivka, Navalny's death and US military aid to Ukraine.
Biden calls for swift House approval on Ukraine, Israel aid bill
"The costs of inaction are rising every day, especially in Ukraine," US President Joe Biden said.
Ukraine eyes long-range missiles from US and Germany as Biden and Scholz meet
Ukraine’s Ambassador to the US expressed hope that the meeting between US President Joe Biden and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz would pave the way for Ukraine to receive long-range missiles that it has been seeking from both countries to deter Russian attacks.