Apr 16 Watch 7:05 How recent Russian attacks on power plants have ravaged Ukraine’s energy system By Amna Nawaz, Sam Lane This year, Russia has launched a deliberate and devastating series of attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Taking advantage of gaps and shortages in Ukraine’s air defenses, Russia has systematically targeted nearly every single power plant in the country. As Amna… Continue watching
Apr 16 Ukrainian President Zelenskyy signs controversial law to boost conscription to fend off Russia’s aggression By Hanna Arhirova, Associated Press Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a controversial law, days after it was passed by parliament, potentially helping Kyiv to boost conscription to replenish depleted forces to fend off Russia's continued aggression. Continue reading
Apr 15 House Speaker Mike Johnson reveals complicated approach to passing aid for Ukraine and Israel By Stephen Groves, Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press House Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled a complicated proposal for passing wartime aid for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. But the path to passage was deeply uncertain as he rejected pressure to simply approve the package sent over by the Senate. Continue reading
Apr 15 Watch 17:42 Exclusive: Zelenskyy says without U.S. aid ‘we’ll have no chance of winning’ By Amna Nawaz, Dan Sagalyn, Sam Lane Ukraine is facing challenges on multiple fronts, from critical shortages of munitions and manpower to Russia ramping up its attacks. It comes amid uncertainty around future aid from the U.S. Amna Nawaz sat down with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in… Continue watching
Apr 15 Ukraine’s foreign minister says Israel’s thwarting of Iran’s attack shows what Kyiv needs from allies By Susie Blann, Illia Novikov, Associated Press Ukrainian officials have pleaded with the country’s Western allies to provide more air defense systems. Israel’s defense system, with assistance from the U.S. and Britain, is credited with preventing serious damage or casualties in Sunday’s attack by Iran. Continue reading
Apr 14 Watch 4:16 Ukraine faces dire shortage of munitions and manpower as Russia ramps up offensive By John Yang, Amna Nawaz, Lorna Baldwin, Sam Lane, Andrew Corkery Ukraine has been at war with Russia for more than two years, and there are signs that this year could be pivotal. Ukrainian officials say they need more munitions and support as Russia appears to be gaining ground. Amna Nawaz… Continue watching
Apr 14 Speaker Johnson says he will push to advance aid for Israel, Ukraine in the House this week By Stephen Groves, Associated Press House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday he will try to advance wartime aid for Israel this week as he attempts the difficult task of winning House approval for a national security package that also includes funding for Ukraine and allies… Continue reading
Apr 14 Ukraine will struggle to fight off Russian advances without U.S. aid, military analysts warn By Associated Press With the war in Ukraine entering its third year and a vital U.S. aid package for Kyiv stuck in Congress, Russia has used its edge in firepower and personnel to step up attacks across eastern Ukraine. Continue reading
Apr 13 Watch 3:34 News Wrap: Israel on high alert, closes airspace as Iran launches drone attack In our news wrap Saturday, Iran’s much-anticipated attack on Israel is unfolding slowly, violent unrest continued in the West Bank as the body of a missing Israeli teen was found, an attacker stabbed six people to death at a mall… Continue watching
Apr 12 U.S. intelligence shows China is surging equipment sales to Russia to help war effort in Ukraine, AP says By Aamer Madhani, Associated Press China has surged sales to Russia of machine tools, microelectronics and other technology that Moscow in turn is using to produce missiles, tanks, aircraft and other weaponry for use in its war against Ukraine, according to a U.S. assessment. Continue reading