Residents in the western city of Lviv once ignored the air raid sirens. But Russian rocket attacks over the weekend have brought the war closer to their doorstep.
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Your Monday Briefing: Russia Recalibrates Its Attack
Plus a historic summit in Israel and economic turmoil in Sri Lanka.
In a Fiery Speech, Biden Warns of a Battle Between ‘Liberty and Repression’
The president warned Western nations that the fight against autocracy would be costly and could be lengthy.
Afghan Refugees in U.K. Still in Limbo as Ukrainians Arrive
Some 12,000 Afghans who fled to Britain have been living in hotels for months awaiting permanent housing. This has raised questions about the country’s ability to take in many more escaping Ukraine.
A History of the Tensions Between Ukraine and Russia
Here is a look at some key events in the run-up to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Biden Condemns Putin, Saying He ‘Cannot Remain In Power’
Speaking in Warsaw, President Biden described Vladimir V. Putin as a tyrant with “a craving for absolute power and control.”
What to Know About Israel’s Summit With 4 Arab Countries
Four Arab foreign ministers will meet in Israel’s Negev desert on Sunday, along with their U.S. counterpart. The talks mark a realignment of Middle Eastern powers, accelerated by the war in Ukraine.
Zelensky Urges Energy Producers to Increase Exports to Europe
“The future of Europe rests with your efforts,” Ukraine’s leader said in a plea to help the continent wean itself off Russian fossil fuels.
Public Health Catastrophe Looms in Ukraine, Experts Warn
Even before the war, the country struggled with epidemics of H.I.V., tuberculosis and hepatitis. The conflict threatens to undo decades of progress.
Russia Signals Redefined Goals in Ukraine War as Its Advances Stall
The Russian Defense Ministry suggested its forces would concentrate on securing the eastern part of Ukraine, where Kremlin-backed separatists have long been fighting.