russia

Russian diplomat says U.S.-Russia relations are in an "unprecedented crisis"

By Vladimir Isachenkov, Associated Press

Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov argued that the White House's emphasis on increasing weapons supplies to Ukraine to ensure Russia's defeat leaves no room for diplomacy.

Zelenskyy urges EU to grant Ukraine membership

By Raf Casert, Samuel Petrequin, Associated Press

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday that “a Ukraine that is winning” should become a European Union member.

Zelenskyy visits Britain, promises 'freedom will win' and pushes for warplanes

By Jill Lawless, Associated Press

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the British people for their support since "Day One" of Russia's invasion — and pressed for fighter jets to ensure his country's victory.

WATCH: Biden calls for U.S. to lead the way in supporting Ukraine

By Associated Press

Biden took a moment to pay tribute to Ukraine, addressing one of his guests, Ambassador Oksana Markarova, as representing “not just her nation but the courage of her people.”…

Germany, Denmark and Netherlands to give Ukraine Leopard 1 tanks

By Susie Blann, Associated Press

Germany, Denmark and the Netherlands say they plan to provide Ukraine with at least 100 refurbished Leopard 1 battle tanks.

Russia hits civilian areas, boosts offensive as invasion anniversary nears

By Susie Blann, Associated Press

Russian shelling damaged buildings in Ukraine, local officials said Tuesday. Military analysts also expressed skepticism about the brewing Moscow offensive around the anniversary of its invasion of Ukraine.

Norway looks to donate $7.3 billion in aid to Ukraine

By Associated Press

The government of oil-rich Norway is looking to donate 75 billion kroner ($7.3 billion) in a multiyear support package to Ukraine. The money would make the Scandinavian country one of the world's top donors to war-torn Ukraine.

Fighting continues in Ukraine as anniversary of Russian invasion nears

By Susie Blann, Associated Press

Officials in Ukraine say Russian forces are keeping Ukrainian troops tied down with attacks in the eastern Donbas region. Moscow is thought to be assembling additional combat power there for an expected offensive in the coming weeks.

Ukraine defense minister confident West will provide warplanes to aid against Russia

By Hanna Arhirova, Associated Press

Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov told a news conference in Kyiv that Ukraine has already received everything from its “wish list to Santa,” except planes.

European Union begins ban on Russian diesel over war in Ukraine

By David McHugh, Associated Press

Starting Sunday, the 27-country EU is taking the step to further slash its energy dependency on Moscow. The measure also aims to crimp the Kremlin’s fossil fuel earnings as punishment for invading Ukraine.