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August 4, 2022

US intel says Russia is fabricating evidence in Ukraine prison strike that killed 53 Ukrainian POWs

U.S. intelligence officials believe Russia is seeking to plant evidence at the site of a prison attack, that left at least 53 people dead, in an effort to blame Ukraine.

August 3, 2022

Zelenskyy adviser says Russia must pull troops out of Ukraine before dialogue can take place

An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that any constructive dialogue would require a "cease-fire and troops withdrawal."

August 3, 2022

Senate ratifies Sweden, Finland bids to join NATO amid Russia's war on Ukraine

The Senate Wednesday overwhelmingly approved efforts from Scandanavian nations Sweden and Finland to join NATO, moving them closer to full membership.

August 3, 2022

Italy ratifies NATO membership for Finland, Sweden

Italy's parliament gave its final approval ratifying Finland and Sweden in the NATO alliance. The Senate voted by a majority of 202 to 13 in favor of the bill.

August 3, 2022

First grain ship to leave Ukraine passes inspection, world waits for more

The first grain ship to leave Ukraine passes inspection carrying 26,000 metric tons of corn headed for Lebanon.

August 3, 2022

Zelenskyy says Russia should be declared a terrorist state following mass killing of 50 POWs

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called on the international community to deem Russia a 'terrorist state' following the attack on Ukrainian POWs in Olenivka.

August 3, 2022

Pelosi Taiwan trip: Iran, Syria join list of countries condemning controversial visit

Syria and Iran join chorus of Chinese allies condemning US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's delegation to Taiwan with statements reiterating the One China Policy.

August 3, 2022

Ukraine takes out Russian ammunition railway connecting Kherson to Crimea

Ukrainian forces have taken out a Russian ammunitions railway connecting Kherson to the Crimean Peninsula, further blocking logistical supply lines relied on by Russian troops.

August 2, 2022

Brittney Griner's defense team challenges prosecution's narcotics expert

WNBA star Brittney Griner appeared in a Russian court on Tuesday for her drug-smuggling case as the Biden administration continues its efforts to secure her release.

August 2, 2022

Wild's Kirill Kaprizov leaves Russia, returns to US: report

Wild's Kirill Kaprizov is set to return to Minnesota on Tuesday after being denied entry amid reports that he allegedly tried to purchase a fake military ID in his native Russia.