Their meeting could add to fears that Moscow will try to draw Belarus, Ukraine’s northern neighbor, more directly into the war.
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Russian Air Base Is Attacked, as Ukraine Discounts Escalation Threat
Russia said falling wreckage from a Ukrainian drone had killed three servicemen at the base, some 300 miles from Ukraine, which would be the third such long-range attack this month.
Pope Francis’ Christmas Address Bemoans ‘Grave Famine of Peace’
Pope Francis urged the tens of thousands of faithful in St. Peter’s Square to pray for Ukraine and for others suffering in conflicts around the world.
How Citizen Spies Foiled Putin’s Grand Plan for One Ukrainian City
A partisan cell in Kherson spied on, undermined and even hunted down Russian soldiers. Now that Vladimir V. Putin’s forces are gone, people feel free to talk — and to brag a little.
Putin Wants Fealty, and He’s Found It in Africa
As Moscow wages war in Ukraine, its mercenaries have already established control in the Central African Republic — with scant Western reaction.
Zelensky’s Welcome in Washington Buoys Morale in Ukraine
Ukrainians, many left in the dark and cold by Russian airstrikes, drew solace from President Volodymyr Zelensky’s speech to Congress.
Zelensky’s Weapons Wish List Goes Mostly Unfulfilled on Trip to Washington
The Biden administration continues to balk at sending U.S. battle tanks, fighter jets and long-range missiles to Ukraine.
For Zelensky, a Celebration of Resilience and a Sales Pitch for Support
For all the talk of victory, President Volodymyr Zelensky’s remarks in Washington revealed hints about his worries for the year ahead.
Biden and Zelensky Present a United Front Against Russia
President Volodymyr Zelensky described military assistance for Ukraine as an investment in global security and democracy in the face of Russian aggression.
Putin Concedes Military Failings, but Insists Russia Will Fight On
Nodding to criticism that his army lacked the basic necessities to wage war, the Russian leader said his government was providing “everything that the army asks for.’’