US Sen. Graham’s Russia sanctions bill sat stalled for over a year—now the Senate has the votes to pass it
Lindsey Graham told colleagues he had the White House on board just hours before his sudden death.
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“Russia is not winning. Russia is not going to win”: US Senator Blumenthal and Representative Himes met with Zelenskyy in Kyiv after Russia’s massive strike
He described Putin's campaign as "beyond cruelty" and thanked Ukraine specifically for its defense against Iranian missiles and drones.
US House discharge petition reaches 218 signatures, forcing vote on Ukraine aid, bypassing Speaker Johnson
The bill authorizes $1.3 billion in military assistance and up to $8 billion more in direct loans.
Pentagon just unlocked $400 million in Ukraine aid that had been “collecting dust” after McConnell’s WP column
The 2026 funding was fully authorized months ago. It sat untouched at the Pentagon while Ukraine fought.
“Unyielding resolve is needed for the defense of Ukraine”: King Charles to US Congress
The British king invoked the US-UK alliance forged through several wars to call for the same resolve in Ukraine's defense — and warned against turning "ever more inward looking."
Zelenskyy confirms Russia still demands all of Donbas in “peace” plan
The Ukrainian President firmly ruled out any territorial concessions, saying the country won’t recognize Russian control de jure or de facto.
Zelenskyy outlines Ukraine’s red lines and pushes back on Trump’s claim that everyone but him loves US peace plan
The Ukrainian leader offered a measured response to the US president's recent assertion, saying no plan will please everyone and insisting his priority is preventing Russia from launching a third aggression against Ukraine.
New Pentagon memo may put Ukraine aid on hold, as weapons may stay in US unless Trump says “go”
Despite public support for NATO arms deal, behind-the-scenes bureaucracy may stall lifeline supplies to Kyiv.
Ex-ambassador who quit over Trump’s Ukraine stance to run for US Congress seat
Bridget Brink steps into Michigan’s political arena after decades in diplomacy.
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine meets Witkoff, US lawmakers, Heritage Foundation, calls for continued Ukraine support
During meetings with US figures in Washington, Rabbi Azman discussed Ukraine’s hardships, and emphasized the moral urgency of backing Kyiv amid Russia's war.
Ukraine begins cooperation with Trump’s team on peace efforts, Zelenskyy says
Putin will try to "prolong the war," but "true peace is possible," the Ukrainian President says.
US Republican lawmaker proposes reauthorizing lend-lease for Ukraine
Rep. Wilson wants to reintroduce the lend-lease act to give President Trump authorities to send "war-winning weapons" to Ukraine to deter "war criminal" Putin.
Several billion dollars in Ukraine aid to remain unused by Biden team
"There will be a few billion dollars in authority left for the incoming administration to decide what they decide to do with that remaining authority," Singh said.
Ukraine-born Democrat, who testified against Trump, wins seat in US House of Representatives
A Ukraine-born Democrat who played a key role in Trump's first impeachment has secured a congressional victory in Virginia.
White House defies congressional mandate on Ukraine aid disclosure
The Biden administration has classified its Ukraine aid strategy document, contrary to congressional requirements for public disclosure, raising GOP lawmakers' concerns about the administration's transparency.
Zelenskyy discusses Ukraine’s victory plan with US Congress delegation in Italy
In talks with a U.S. Congressional delegation, Zelensky emphasized the urgency of bolstering Ukraine's defenses.
Congressmen urge Biden to authorize Ukraine’s attacks on Russian strategic targets
In a bipartisan letter, US congressmen urged the Pentagon to lift restrictions on Ukraine's use of American weapons against Russian targets.
US Congressional delegation arrives in Kyiv, reaffirming support for Ukraine
As the US Congress approves a $60 billion Ukraine aid package, a bipartisan delegation of lawmakers visited Kyiv on 22 April.
US assistance approval shows Ukraine won’t be abandoned, Zelenskyy says, urging Senate to ratify the aid
Following US House's aid approval, Zelenskyy sees a firm commitment to Ukraine, urging the Senate to ratify the aid quickly to secure crucial weapons needed for Ukraine's defense against Russian advances.
US Congress paves the way for the confiscation of frozen Russian assets
Congress became the first among G7 parliaments to adopt the legislature allowing the confiscation of Russian assets.