Ukraine's drone assault sets fire to a Russian oil refinery, killing two people, amid increased attacks on Russian energy facilities.
Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko fights for his city's life amid Russia's invasion.
Russian-installed authorities declared a state of emergency in Crimea after Ukrainian drone strikes caused widespread power outages and fuel shortages, forcing fuel bans, summer camp suspensions, and mass evacuations via the Kerch Strait crossing.
Ukrainian President Zelensky approved a 40-day offensive to pressure Russia toward ending conflict, while Ukrainian forces attacked Russian oil infrastructure and France intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker circumventing sanctions.
The EU Commission is investigating a secret group chat between Zelensky and European leaders about dealing with Trump.
President Zelensky instructed Ukrainian forces to launch preemptive attacks on Russian war facilities, while drone strikes damaged Moscow's oil refinery for six months, prompting Putin to propose peace talks as Trump praised Zelensky's military performance.
Ukraine's UAVs continue to disrupt Russia's energy supply, causing fires and damage to key facilities.
Ukraine's Zelensky returns Poland's highest honor amid rising tensions.
Vice President JD Vance proposed deploying Indian troops in Ukraine, but Trump rejected it.
The Polish Senate's vice president returned a Ukrainian order due to historical disputes.
Vice President JD Vance faces a challenging Iran crisis that may impact his presidential ambitions.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosts France, Britain, Italy, and Poland leaders Wednesday in Berlin to discuss NATO summit preparation, Ukraine support, and Middle Eastern situation, with NATO chief joining via video link.
Ukraine targets Crimea's oil facilities, halting fuel sales to the public.
Ukraine launches intense attacks on Crimea peninsula.
Ukraine's president threatens Belarus and seeks to end conflict with Russia before winter.
Ukrainian President Zelensky warns Belarus to dismantle tech used by Russia or face force.
Ukrainian drones conducted the largest-ever attack on Moscow, striking a major oil refinery supplying one-third of the capital's fuel, with nearly 200 intercepted drones, causing fires and disrupting operations across Russia's energy infrastructure.
Russia and Ukraine exchange cross-border attacks, killing civilians and downing drones.
Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko fights for his city's life amid Russia's invasion.
Ukrainian President Zelensky ordered a 40-day offensive and called on Putin to withdraw from Ukraine and pursue peace negotiations, while Ukraine simultaneously struck Russian oil infrastructure and military facilities to pressure Moscow toward ending the five-year conflict.
Ukrainian President Zelensky approved a 40-day campaign targeting Russian infrastructure, including oil refineries, to pressure Putin into ending the war against Kyiv through strategic military strikes.
Polish PM Tusk and Ukrainian PM Svyrydenko called for mutual respect at Ukraine's reconstruction conference in Gdansk, while President Zelensky's absence reflected ongoing diplomatic tensions over historical World War II disputes regarding the UPA militia.
Vladimir Putin, weakened by military losses and infrastructure damage, called for peace talks, presenting Ukraine and its allies an opportunity to force Russia's army collapse and reclaim occupied territory while Trump seeks a diplomatic win.
Putin sought peace talks while Russia's military weakened from Ukrainian strikes on oil infrastructure and logistics, signaling desperation that analysts argue Ukraine and allies should exploit to force Russian withdrawal rather than negotiate territorial concessions.
Russia accuses the US of not delivering on Trump-Putin understandings amid Ukraine conflict escalation.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused the United States of abandoning its neutral mediator role in Ukraine peace talks, instead pursuing escalatory sanctions and military support strategies, amid stalled negotiations and renewed G7 commitment to Ukrainian defense.
A Polish senator returns Ukrainian medals due to Ukraine's stance on historical issues.
Zelensky returns Poland's highest honor amid a dispute over a WWII unit.
Poland and Ukraine's alliance is strained due to historical disputes over wartime massacres.
Ukraine struck Crimean bridge infrastructure, forcing Russian-occupied Crimea to halt civilian fuel sales and restrict supplies to essential government agencies, while Russian forces infiltrate eastern Ukrainian city Kostyantynivka amid ongoing regional conflict.
Russian-occupied Crimea suspends public fuel sales due to supply line pressure from Ukraine's attacks.
Ukraine's President Zelensky returned Poland's highest honor, the White Eagle Order, after a historical dispute.
Ukraine strikes a Russian oil refinery over 1,200 miles away with drones.
Russia preparing 'new massive strike,' Zelensky warns
Ukrainian President Zelensky ordered a 40-day offensive and struck a Russian defense plant producing artillery systems in Volgograd with Flamingo missiles, while calling on Putin to pursue peace negotiations as the five-year conflict continues.
Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko fights for his city's life amid Russia's invasion.
House Speaker Mike Johnson warns conservatives that Democrats winning the House could lead to investigations and prison.
Ukrainian President Zelensky authorized a 40-day offensive campaign to pressure Russia into ending the war, while Ukraine simultaneously attacked Russian oil infrastructure and European forces intercepted a Russian shadow fleet tanker circumventing sanctions.
European leaders used a secret group chat to discuss dealing with Donald Trump.
President Trump expressed renewed support for Ukraine's Zelensky, stating he is performing well militarily against Russian invasion forces, while analysts note Ukraine holds ground despite sustained Russian attacks on cities during the four-year conflict.
Putin claims readiness for peace talks following Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries that caused fuel shortages, while Ukraine warns its patience for ceasefire negotiations without international pressure is limited.
Trump privately urged Zelensky toward more decisive action against Russia, asserting that Putin requires external pressure to negotiate, while G7 leaders agreed to increase air defense supplies to Ukraine and intensify sanctions, though U.S. officials characterize this approach as "peace through strength."
Trump enjoyed watching his secretaries clash over a Ukraine minerals deal, a new book alleges.
Kremlin accuses Ukraine of interfering in Belarus' internal affairs and violating its sovereignty.
Keir Starmer's Labour government achieved notable reforms despite his struggles with public expectation.
Zelensky leads tributes to outgoing UK Prime Minister Starmer for his support during the war against Russia.
Ukrainian officials criticize Poland's decision to strip Zelensky of its highest state honor.
Ukraine and Russia exchange attacks, killing at least 11 civilians and injuring many others.
Ukrainian President Zelensky threatened to forcibly dismantle Belarusian relay stations assisting Russian drone attacks and confirmed strikes on Russian oil refineries in Siberia and near Moscow, while Poland revoked his highest honor over a military unit naming controversy.
Trump compared himself to historical leaders like Mao and Stalin, and called Netanyahu a con man.