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The healthcare system is under attack as Ukraine faces its second winter of war.

GENEVA —  As Ukraine faces another winter of conflict, the World Health Organization cautions that the public health system will face significant strain as millions of civilians strive to stay safe and warm during the extended, harsh winter season. According…

Presents for Ukrainian Soldiers on the Frontline: Sweets, Artwork by Children, Essential Warm Items

In Ukraine, volunteers are assembling holiday care packages for approximately 700,000 soldiers in the military, including those on the front lines. Reporter Lesia Bakalets interviewed some of these volunteers in Kyiv. Filmed by Evgenii Shynkar. Source: voanews.com

The United Nations’ Grandi expresses approval for the European Union’s agreement to revamp their system for managing migration in the region.

According to reports, there has been an agreement reached in Brussels regarding the New Pact on Migration and Asylum after three years of intense negotiations. The pact is set to take effect in 2024. The agreement aims to evenly distribute…

Interview with Ukrainian children reveals their pure desire for peace.

The UN human rights office, OHCHR, has confirmed that more than 10,000 innocent individuals have lost their lives since the start of the invasion in February 2022. However, the true number of deaths may be significantly higher. More than 10…

Ukraine Reports 9 Injuries in Kherson Caused by Russian Attack

On Wednesday, authorities in Ukraine reported that a Russian military strike on the city of Kherson in the south resulted in the injury of nine individuals, including four minors. The Ukrainian air force reported that 19 attack drones, some directed…

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is optimistic about faster negotiations for prisoner swaps with Russia.

kyiv, ukraine —  On Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the decrease in prisoner exchanges with Moscow was caused by undisclosed “factors” on the Russian side. However, he remains optimistic that the exchanges will resume in the near future….

Ukrainian leader Türk urges Russia to end hostilities and work towards a fair resolution for lasting peace.

Since the invasion began, the UN human rights office (OHCHR) has closely observed the situation. As of December 4, there have been more than 10,000 civilian fatalities, including 560 children. 18,500 civilians have also been reported as injured, though the…

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy applauds the EU’s 12th round of sanctions against Russia.

During his evening video statement on Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed that the recent sanctions imposed by the EU will significantly weaken Russia’s economic support for their ongoing war against Ukraine. He stated that we will collaborate with our…

Lawmakers in the US are currently in the process of negotiating a deal to provide aid to Ukraine, but as the holidays approach, this process is ongoing.

Capitol Hill —  The United States Congress is quickly approaching a deadline to approve a fresh assistance plan for Ukraine, while members of the Senate have been diligently working over the weekend to reach a compromise on border security funding…

The European Union has set its sights on Russia’s diamond sector as part of their most recent sanctions against the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

BRUSSELS —  On Monday, the European Union announced new sanctions against Russia for its involvement in the conflict with Ukraine. The sanctions specifically target the profitable diamond industry, over 140 individuals and groups, and aim to close any loopholes that…