International

Ukraine applied for membership with the EU as Russia invades.

Ukraine applies for EU membership after Russia talks yield unclear results

More than 500,000 refugees have left Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.

UN: 500,000+ refugees have escaped Ukraine amid Russian invasion

Ukraine and Russia held peace talks over the invasion.

Nuclear threats, peace talks highlight new week of Ukraine invasion

Russia seizes Chernobyl, stoking radiation levels, nuclear fears

The Ukraine response to the Russian invasion is going viral.

Ukraine response to Russian invasion goes viral

As Russian troops begin their invasion of Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will stay in his country's capital city.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to remain in Kyiv as Russian forces surround capital

Ukrainians face bomb threats, martial law and a growing humanitarian crisis

While under attack by Russian forces, some Ukrainians have expressed hope that they can win the war Putin has brought to their doorsteps.

‘Freedom isn’t free’: Ukrainians ready to fight Russia

Is the U.S. heading into a new global conflict and could Americans be drafted into military service if it happens? That's up to Congress.

Military draft fears rise in US as Russia, China escalate global conflicts

The world responded harshly to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

World rushes to condemn, sanction Russia over invasion of Ukraine

Taiwan's defense ministry confirmed on Twitter that China flew nine planes into Taiwan's air defense zone. None of the planes made it to Taiwan itself.

As Russia invades Ukraine, China flies into Taiwan’s air defense zone

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is underway. Eastern European expert, Ambassador Steven Mann says sanctions are not enough.

Former US Ambassador: “Sanctions can’t be the only response” to Russian invasion

More than a month before Russia's invasion, Americans were told to evacuate Ukraine; one professor offers insight into the changing landscape.

American professor describes his evacuation from Ukraine

Russia has launched a wide-ranging attack on Ukraine, hitting cities as civilians piled into trains and cars to flee the country.

Russia invades Ukraine in multi-pronged attack

As Ukrainian forces battle Russian invaders, the U.S. continues to wage a war against the wealthiest Russians.

Russian billionaires’ fortunes fall

As Russian forces attack central and eastern Ukraine, residents like Anton Ierofeiev face the reality of a return to war.

‘I should defend my rights’: Former Ukrainian soldier prepares for battle once again

A self-described "freedom convoy" group blocked roads and bridges at Canadian cities and border crossings between Canada and the United States.

What’s behind the “freedom convoy” opposing Canada’s COVID-19 mandates?

A UN report predicted an increase in wildfires by the end of the century.

UN report predicts 50% increase in wildfires worldwide by end of century

China said Ukraine is not Taiwan.

China says ‘Taiwan is not Ukraine,’ accuses US of ‘creating fear and panic’

Donetsk and Luhansk, together known as Donbas, lie on Ukraine's eastern border and broke away in 2014. Putin ordered Russian troops there this week.

Understanding Ukraine’s breakaway regions

President Joe Biden announced the White House has issued its first round of sanctions following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

White House issues sanctions following Russian invasion of Ukraine

The US has promised sanctions following the Russian government announcement that it is moving closer to what could be described as an invasion of Ukraine.

US promises sanctions as Russia moves closer to Ukraine invasion

Oil prices are rising amid tensions between Ukraine and Russia.

Escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions send oil prices soaring

Residents of England and Australia have gotten some welcomed relief from COVID-19 restrictions.

England’s COVID-19 restrictions to end, Australia welcomes back tourists