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How Sean Penn became Zelensky’s closest US ally after Trump’s latest snub

INSIDE STORY: Instead of attending Hollywood’s biggest award ceremony to pick up his Oscar, the ‘One Battle After Another’ star was heading to Kyiv. Katie Rosseinsky explores the star’s surprising friendship with the Ukrainian leader

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Ukraine’s former commander-in-chief appointed ambassador to UK

Zaluzhnyi, known as the ‘Iron General’, had seen his once sky-high popularity falter after a failed counteroffensive.

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Chris Christie tells Volodymyr Zelensky he wants to be America’s ‘eyes’ in surprise Kyiv visit

Former New Jersey governor becomes second Republican 2024 candidate to make trip as issue divides primary field

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EU Approves 10th Package of Sanctions against Russia

The European Union, after hectic last-minute haggling, has approved a tenth package of Russia sanctions on the anniversary of Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, the Swedish EU presidency said late on Friday. "Together, the EU member states have imposed the most forceful and far-reaching sanctions ever to help Ukraine win the…

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Ukraine’s Zelenskiy Calls for ‘Wings for Freedom’ Fighter Jets on Trip to Europe

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged Britain and others on Wednesday to give Ukraine "wings for freedom" by sending combat aircraft to help turn the tide against Russia's offensive, hoping to overcome Western reluctance to take that step. Western countries have scaled up their pledges of military aid for Ukraine this year…

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Zelenskyy, Ukrainians Awarded German European Unity Prize

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people on Friday were awarded a prize that the German city of Aachen gives for contributions to European unity. The prize committee said it selected Zelenskyy and his invaded country's citizens for the 2023 International Charlemagne Prize because they were fighting Russia not…

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Zelensky: Russian Strikes Leave 4.5 Million without Power in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that Russia's campaign against Ukraine's energy network has left around 4.5 million people without power. The two sides' forces continued to battle without significant change on the ground on the eastern and southern Ukraine fronts, with preparations building for a fight over the southern…

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Visits Recently Retaken Strategic City

Hand on heart, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy watched his country’s flag rise Wednesday above the recaptured city of Izium, making a rare foray outside the capital while highlighting Moscow’s embarrassing retreat from a Ukrainian counteroffensive. Russian forces left the war-scarred city last week as Kyiv's soldiers pressed a stunning advance…

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy gets tough on treason and inaction in Ukraine, with friends and allies caught up in biggest internal purge of the war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is forced to reshuffle his own inner circle as he confronts another front of the Ukraine war: purging the country's powerful security agencies of collaborators and Russian agents.

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Corruption concerns involving Ukraine are revived as the war with Russia drags on

Since the start of the war with Russia, the Biden administration has mostly ignored Ukraine's corruption history. Questions resurfaced about its suitability as a recipient of massive infusions of aid.

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Zelensky Sacks 2 Top Ukraine Officials as EU Mulls Russia Sanctions

Ukraine faced new turmoil Sunday with President Volodymyr Zelensky announcing he sacked his top two law enforcement officials, in the government's most serious shakeup since Russia launched its deadly invasion in February. The domestic crisis came as the European Union prepared to discuss tightening sanctions against Russia on Monday, and…

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Zelenskyy Tells G7 Summit Ukraine Forces Face Urgent Moment

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday underscored the urgency of helping his country’s military improve its position against Russia in a video meeting with leading economic powers, who in turn pledged to support Ukraine "for as long as it takes." Zelenskyy addressed the delicacy of the moment for Ukraine in…

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Boris Johnson’s Weakness Brings International Complications

When British Prime Minister Boris Johnson survived a no-confidence vote this week, at least one other world leader shared his relief. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it was "great news" that "we have not lost a very important ally." It was a welcome boost for a British leader who divides…

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Ukrainian President visits front line in first official appearance outside Kyiv since Russia invaded

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits troops on the front line as Russian forces hammer Sievierodonetsk in bid to "liberate" Donbas, and Kalush Orchestra sell their Eurovision trophy for the war effort.

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Zelensky Visits Ukraine’s East as Russia Makes Push in Donbas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday made his first trip to the country's war-torn east since the launch of Moscow's invasion, as Russian forces tightened their grip around key cities in the Donbas region. Zelensky's office posted a video on Telegram of him wearing a bullet-proof vest and being shown…

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Zelenskyy visits front lines in Ukraine’s battle-scarred northeast

President Zelenskyy wore a bullet-proof vest during his visit and was shown heavily destroyed buildings in the region.

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Ukraine's Zelensky Accuses Russia of 'Genocide' in Donbas Onslaught

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of carrying out a "genocide" in the eastern region of Donbas, where the city of Severodonetsk is suffering an onslaught of Russian shelling. In his daily televised address, Zelensky condemned Moscow's brutal assault on the Donbas -- where it has redirected its forces after…

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Johnson and Zelensky held talks over roast beef dinner during Kyiv visit

Boris Johnson was in the Ukrainian capital for around five hours, and travelled by car, helicopter, military plane and train, No 10 said.

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Russia Regrouping for 'Powerful Strikes', Zelensky Warns

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Russia is consolidating and preparing "powerful strikes" in the country's east and south, including besieged Mariupol, where a new attempt will be made Friday to evacuate civilians from the devastated city. Russia meanwhile threatened to turn off its gas taps to Europe if payments are…

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Zelensky: West Needs More Courage in Helping Ukraine Fight

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the West of cowardice as his country fights to stave off Russia’s invading troops, making an exasperated plea for fighter jets and tanks to sustain a defense as the war ground into a battle of attrition. Speaking after US President Joe Biden said in a…

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Ukraine's Zelensky Urges Global Protests against Russia's War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday urged citizens around the world to take to the streets to stop Russia's invasion of his country. "Come with Ukrainian symbols to support Ukraine, to support freedom, to support life," Zelensky said in a video address in English. "Come to your squares, to your…

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