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‘Connected to another world’: What Voice of America meant to Russians in Cold WarVoice of America was rejected by the Soviets and Vladimir Putin. But some in Moscow wax nostalgic about what the state-funded broadcaster meant for them, especially during the Cold War.
In Ukraine mining region, a US minerals deal raises hopes and doubtsAcross Ukraine’s minerals-rich region, word of a potential U.S. deal has renewed confidence in the future. Most see U.S. investment as a positive.
Kremlin says yes to Ukraine ceasefire, but on what terms?Vladimir Putin says he agrees in principle with Donald Trump’s proposal for a Ukraine ceasefire, but wants to know the details. They have not yet been decided.
Why Europe is still embracing DEIEuropean businesses lag behind the United States in employee diversity, equity, and inclusion, but there are no signs they are following Donald Trump’s policy.
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To Russia, with love? Why some in West are heading east to start over.Some Westerners see Russia as a place to build a better, more conservative life. Moscow, facing a demographic crisis, is willing to let them try.
Near front line, Ukrainians brace for the impact of US aid cutsUkrainians fear that though the lack of U.S. military aid may not be much felt on the battlefield, civilians will suffer badly from Russian bombing.
As Trump proves unreliable, Europe rushes to firm up defenses on its ownFor Europe to defend both itself and Ukraine from Russia, Europeans will need to agree on what sacrifices they will make and who will pay.
US moves on Ukraine make Europeans wonder: Is America an ally?President Trump’s overtures to Russia and hostility to Ukraine’s leader have undermined the historic US alliance with democratic European partners.
Russia likes the US turn on Ukraine. But do Putin and Trump share an endgame?Moscow’s return from the diplomatic wilderness has been sudden. But Vladimir Putin’s attempts to capitalize on it may not match Donald Trump’s expectations.
Ukrainians flock to Zelenskyy’s banner, but hope for solution with USUkrainians were shocked to see Volodymyr Zelenskyy lock horns with a seemingly Russia-aligned Donald Trump. They are now seeking a new way forward.
How will Europe defend itself? 3 ways Trump is forcing the continent to adapt.After President Donald Trump’s public rebuke of Ukraine’s president, European leaders are attempting to step up their defense of Kyiv and adjust to shifting security norms.
First LookU.K. pledges new funding for Ukrainian air defenseAt a security summit in London, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged export financing for 5,000 air defense missiles for Ukraine. The prime minister also said that Britain, France, and Ukraine had agreed to work together on a ceasefire plan that they will present to United States.
Amid war’s ruins, a family grapples with young son’s hunger to learnUkrainian families in front-line regions struggle daily to rebuild their lives amid the destruction of Russia’s invasion. Providing the electricity, phone, and internet needed for online schooling can be frustrating.
In Europe, Trump’s overture to Putin sets off ‘appeasement’ alarmUS President Donald Trump has drawn accusations of appeasement for his rapprochement with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, seemingly abandoning Ukraine.
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