Putin blames West for food supply issues in 80-minute call with France, German leaders
Russian President Vladimir Putin held an 80-minute call with the leaders of France and Germany in which he warned against the continued transfers of Western weapons to Ukraine.
Cannes 2022: Ukrainian mine-sniffing terrier wins ‘DogManitarian’ Award
Patron the mine-sniffing terrier has become a national hero in Ukraine since Russia's invasion began.
South Florida rescue opens shelter in Poland to help save dogs displaced in Ukraine
A South Florida rescue group has saved more than 100 dogs displaced in war-torn Ukraine. Earlier this month, Big Dog Ranch Rescue opened a shelter in Poland near the Ukrainian border to care for the dogs and are providing jobs to Ukrainians to help run the shelter.
Starbucks leaving Russian market, closing 130 stores
Starbucks said Monday it decided to close its 130 stores and no longer have a brand presence in Russia.
Russian soldier sentenced to life in prison in Ukraine's 1st war crimes trial
Russian Sgt. Vadim Shishimarin pleaded guilty to shooting a 62-year-old man in the head in a village in northeastern Ukraine in the early days of the war.
World has 10-week supply of wheat, expert tells UN Security Council: ‘This is seismic’
“Without aggressive global actions, we stand the risk of an extraordinary amount of human suffering and economic damage," a food insecurity expert told the UN Security Council this week.
Biden signs $40 billion in US aid for Ukraine during Asia trip
The legislation, which was passed by Congress with bipartisan support, deepens the U.S. commitment to Ukraine at a time of uncertainty about the war's future.
Finland brewery's NATO beer has 'taste of security'
A small brewery in Finland has launched a NATO-themed beer to mark the Nordic country's bid to join the Western military alliance.
Senate approves $40B in Ukraine aid amid Russia invasion
Every Democrat and all but 11 Republicans backed the measure.
Ukrainian soldiers feed pets left behind in Kharkiv after neighborhood evacuated
The Ukrainian defense volunteers were seen in Kharkiv feeding several cats, described as pets left behind by their owners who were forced to evacuate amid Russia’s war.
Finland, Sweden apply to join NATO amid Russia's war on Ukraine
Russia, whose war on Ukraine spurred Finland and Sweden to join the military organization, has warned that it wouldn't welcome such a move and could respond.
Donated protective gear saves life of Ukrainian soldier
Ukraine Aid Operations hopes to send even more donated items after a piece of donated protective metal saved a soldier's life -- stopping an enemy bullet.
McDonald's to sell its 850 restaurants in Russia, says business there 'no longer tenable'
McDonald's pointed to the humanitarian crisis caused by the war in Ukraine and has started the process of selling its Russian business, which employs 62,000 people.
Eurovision 2022: Ukraine band releases new war video after big win
"Stefania" was written as a tribute to the lead singer's mother, but since Russia’s invasion it has become an anthem to the motherland.
Finland wants to join NATO; Russians losing momentum, west says
“The brutal invasion (by) Russia is losing momentum. We know that with the bravery of the Ukrainian people and army, and with our help, Ukraine can win this war.”
Eurovision 2022: Ukraine's band wins popular, whacky song contest as war rages back home
This year's Eurovision brought the usual - flames, whacky costumes and dance moves - and a somber win for Ukraine's band, Kalush Orchestra, as war rages on back home.
McConnell, GOP delegation meet with Zelenskyy in Ukraine
McConnell's visit to Kyiv is a “strong signal of bipartisan support for Ukraine” on the 80th day of its war with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Why a Finland, Sweden NATO membership would be a big deal
Finnish leaders announced Thursday their belief that Finland should join NATO because of Russia's war in Ukraine. Sweden could soon follow suit.
Bay Area doctors' impact on Russian children still felt, 30 years later
Doctors from the Tampa Bay area know first-hand about the suffering of children in Ukraine and Russia. They dedicated their life’s work to helping ease suffering in that part of the world.
American citizen rescued by Tampa group after being held hostage in Ukraine by Russian forces
Tampa-based Project Dynamo said it’s rescued an American citizen and his family who have been held hostage by Russian forces in an area of Ukraine that Russia controls.