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August 4, 2022

Russia rains 60 rounds of shells in southern Ukraine as it ramps up offensive along Dnieper River

Ukraine's southern regions hit hard by Russian shelling after Ukrainian forces begin to make some strategic advances along the Dnieper River.

August 4, 2022

Russia and China grow closer following Pelosi’s Taiwan visit

Experts argue House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial trip to Taiwan has maintained America's top spot as the leading world power, despite criticism it could risk military collision.

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.