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March 16, 2022

Here are 5 reasons to keep a no-fly zone in Ukraine on the table

In an impassioned speech Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked Congress whether it was “too much to ask” for the United States to declare a no-fly zone over Ukraine. So far, though, the answer is yes.

March 16, 2022

NATO says 'we could have done even more' in lead-up to Russian invasion, but rejects no-fly-zone pleas

NATO acknowledged Wednesday that it could have done more to help Ukraine in the lead-up to Russia's invasion

March 16, 2022

McConnell calls on Biden to deploy additional US troops to Eastern Europe, expand trip to 'go beyond' Brussels

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday said President Biden should send more U.S. forces to Eastern Europe and travel there, but blaming Putin for inflation is "utter nonsense."

March 16, 2022

Despite emotional speech, unclear if Zelenskyy moved the needle on fighter jets, no-fly zone

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy implored Congress Wednesday to implement a no-fly zone in Ukraine and provide fighter jets to his military – but it's not clear his emotional appeal will have its desired effect.

March 16, 2022

Russian athletes should not be 'penalized' for decisions of an 'authoritarian leadership', WTA exec says

As several international sports federations ban athletes from Russia and Belarus, the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) stands opposed to scrutinizing individuals for the decisions of their country.

March 16, 2022

Rick Scott says America must stop bloodshed in Ukraine with no-fly zone or more planes

EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Rick Scott, moved by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address to Congress, said President Biden must give Ukraine everything it needs to defeat Russian President Vladimir Putin – including a possible no-fly zone – and anything less would be "heartless."

March 16, 2022

Ukraine's Zelenskyy shows Congress video of victims, destruction: 'Heart-wrenching to watch'

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy played a graphic video during his address to Congress Wednesday showcasing the destruction and suffering in war-torn Ukraine

March 16, 2022

Putin only understands strength so it's time for free world to 'step up' and meet this moment: Fmr VP Pence

Former Vice President Mike Pence touted President Zelenskyy's courage following his remarks to Congress Wednesday.

March 16, 2022

WHO: Ukraine health facilities struggling to provide care

The World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations are warning that medical facilities in Ukraine have been stretched to a breaking point.

March 16, 2022

NSA Sullivan calls on Russian official to 'stop attacking' Ukraine, warns against using chemical weapons

National security adviser Jake Sullivan called for Russia to "stop attacking" Ukrainian cities and towns, warning of "consequences" should Russia use any chemical or biological weapons on Ukraine.