Bloomberg: US considers new Russia oil sanctions to weaken Putin ahead of Trump presidency
The White House is weighing new sanctions targeting Moscow's vital oil trade, despite longstanding concerns about global energy market disruption.
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US House Intel chair: “North Korean troops in Ukraine must be a red line for the US”
In a letter to President Biden, US Congressman Mike Turner called for an "immediate" White House briefing on reports of North Korean military involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Zelenskyy begins his visit to United States to present Ukraine’s ”Victory Plan”
His "Victory Plan," shrouded in anticipation, promises to outline a path forward in the Russo-Ukrainian War.
UK Foreign Secretary on allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons in Russia: ”Time for nerve and guts”
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has hinted at ongoing negotiations with the White House regarding Ukraine's use of Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine’s victory plan contains four main points and one additional one
The President of Ukraine also warned about the potential for authoritarian figures to "divide the world."
US plans to deliver ”substantial package” of aid to Ukraine by end of September
"Our job is to put Ukraine in a strong position on the battlefield so that they are in a strong position at the negotiating table," Sullivan said.
Biden assures he will preserve coalition in support of Ukraine during speech
The US President also assured that he would continue to strengthen NATO to make it “more powerful and united than at any time in our history.”
Trump: Russia will not be an enemy if the US is led by a “smart president”
He also once again said he could resolve the war between Ukraine and Russia after his election victory and would do so before he even entered the White House.
NATO will offer Ukraine a ”bridge” to membership through new structure to coordinate aid
The Biden administration and NATO officials came up with the idea as a way to give something solid to Kyiv at the summit even as they maintain the time is not right for Ukraine to join.
France, US aim for G7 approval of $50 bn Solidarity Fund for Ukraine
France, US presidents hope all G7 members agree on $50 billion solidarity fund for Ukraine sourced from profits of frozen Russian assets worth around $280 billion.
US President Biden: US weapons will not be used to strike Moscow, Kremlin
US President Joe Biden was adamant that US weapons would not be used to strike Moscow or the Kremlin after he authorized Ukraine to use them in Russia.
Zelenskyy in France for D-Day anniversary, calls for ”true unity” to prevail
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Normandy on Thursday 6 June to mark the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings on D-Day during the Second World War.
Zelenskyy gave three arguments for Republicans not voting for aid to Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than a hundred Republican congressmen who did not vote for the latest legislative proposal to aid Ukraine should know exactly how those funds are being spent.
US Senate overwhelmingly approves Ukraine aid, Biden says he will sign the bill as soon as it reaches his desk (updated)
The US Senate has approved a $95 billion foreign aid package, including $60+ billion for Ukraine, with President Joe Biden promising to sign the bill as soon as it reaches him.
US Senate advances Ukraine aid bill as Pentagon set to send $ 1 bn package once bill clears Senate and Biden
The US Senate advanced a $95 billion foreign aid bill including $60+ billion for Ukraine, setting up a final vote, as the Pentagon prepares $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, pending the passage and enactment of the legislation.
Zelenskyy and Biden discuss enhanced military aid for Ukraine following House vote
President Biden assured that upon Senate approval, he would immediately sign the law.
Biden backs $ 61B Ukraine aid bill and funding for key US allies
On 20 April, the US House of Representatives will vote on a $61 billion Ukraine aid bill and separate legislation supporting Israel, Taiwan, and US national security.
Politico: Biden’s team quietly collaborates with House Speaker Mike Johnson to secure Ukraine aid
Politico sources say US President Biden's team is privately working with House Speaker Mike Johnson to navigate political and legislative hurdles to secure the passage of a $60 billion aid package for Ukraine, focusing on national security interests and bipartisan support.
Biden unveils over 500 new sanctions against Russia
With the Ukraine war approaching its second year, Biden also revealed new export restrictions on nearly 100 Russian entities supporting the invasion.
US House Speaker threatens to derail border deal and Ukraine aid
The US Senate’s border deal that would include aid to Ukraine is facing strong opposition from House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has warned that he will not accept any compromise that does not fit the House GOP’s immigration bill.