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Ex-FM Klimkin backs Umerov for U.S. ambassador role

Rustem Umerov, the current Minister of Defense, is likely to be appointed as Ukraine's ambassador to the United States, replacing Oksana Markarova. Former Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin discussed the merits of this change on Radio NV on July 15.

16 July 2025, 12:12 PM

France opts out of U.S. weapons purchase for Ukraine

France will not participate in the initiative to procure American weapons for Ukraine, prioritizing increased defense spending to curb its substantial budget deficit, Politico reported on July 15.

16 July 2025, 10:54 AM

Trump says he’s not done with Putin as he pushes for peace

U.S. President Donald Trump is disappointed with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin but has not given up on dealing with him, he said in a telephone interview with the BBC on July 15.

15 July 2025, 02:07 PM

Oil prices climb 2% as Trump’s Russia statement looms

Global oil prices surged more than 2% since July 12, driven by investor anticipation of a “major statement” from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Russia, which could involve new sanctions, according to Reuters.

14 July 2025, 03:59 PM

Trump’s tough talk on Russia masks Ukraine aid doubts

U.S. President Donald Trump’s angry rhetoric toward Russian dictator Vladimir Putin eases fears that Washington might abandon Ukraine but does not signal a major policy shift in Kyiv’s favor, The Financial Times said in an article published on July 12, analyzing Trump’s recent statements.

14 July 2025, 11:42 AM

Trump admits zero progress with Putin on ending Ukraine war

“No progress” was achieved on a ceasefire in Ukraine in a phone call with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump said while speaking with journalists at Andrews Air Force Base on July 3.

4 July 2025, 07:17 AM

U.S. approves $510M JDAM bomb sale to bolster Israel’s defense

The U.S. State Department approved a potential sale to Israel of munitions guidance kits and related equipment for an estimated $510 million, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) announced on June 30.

1 July 2025, 12:02 PM

First female U.S. Ambassador to Russia Lynne Tracy leaves post

American Ambassador to Russia Lynne Tracy is departing Moscow, the U.S. Embassy in Russia announced via Telegram on June 27.

27 June 2025, 11:26 AM

Trump confirms start of ceasefire between Israel and Iran

A ceasefire between Israel and Iran has taken effect, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social on June 24.

24 June 2025, 11:00 AM

U.S. policy emboldens Putin to kill and destroy, says former envoy Herbst

Washington’s approach to Russia leads Russian President Vladimir Putin to conclude he is permitted to kill people and destroy cities, John Herbst, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine from 2003 to 2006 and director of the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center, said in an interview with Radio NV on June 17.

19 June 2025, 06:55 PM

Pentagon chief confirms US redirected Ukraine’s anti-drone systems to Middle East

U.S. anti-drone systems were redirected from Ukraine to the Middle East to protect American forces, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Fox News on June 14.

15 June 2025, 03:45 PM

Only Trump can stop Putin now, says Zelenskyy

U.S. President Donald Trump is now the only person capable of stopping Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview with Newsmax on June 14.

14 June 2025, 07:35 PM

How escalation between Israel and Iran will impact war in Ukraine and what Russia hopes for – expert

Political scientist Maksym Dzhyhun discussed how Israel's strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities will play out, how the United States will respond, and how this will affect the war in Ukraine during a Radio NV broadcast on June 13.

13 June 2025, 01:32 PM

U.S. sees 70% drop in auto imports as tariffs stall shipments

U.S. auto imports fell by more than 70% in May 2025 compared to the previous year, as automakers halted shipments in response to new tariffs, Automotive News reported on June 9.

11 June 2025, 06:01 PM

Elon Musk regrets posts about Trump, admits they went too far

Elon Musk, American oligarch and former ally of President Donald Trump, expressed regret for posts about the president that sparked a public dispute, stating they went “too far,” he wrote on X on June 11.

11 June 2025, 02:29 PM

US welcomes Ukraine-Russia prisoner exchange

The United States has welcomed the recent prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, calling it a sign of progress in negotiations, US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said at a press briefing on June 10.

11 June 2025, 09:09 AM

Ukraine exploring options to buy US arms as military aid may cease

Ukraine is actively negotiating with the United States to purchase weapons as concerns grow over the potential end of American military aid packages this summer, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said at a briefing on June 10, according to the We Are Ukraine channel.

10 June 2025, 05:55 PM

Trump hails Poland’s new president Nawrocki as ally after election win

U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Karol Nawrocki on his victory in Poland’s presidential election on June 1, calling the nationalist candidate his ally and a “winner” in a Truth Social post.

3 June 2025, 02:45 PM

US may target Russia’s energy, finance with new sanctions, Zelenskyy aide says

The United States may impose sanctions on Russia’s energy and financial sectors, including its shadow tanker fleet and banks aiding sanctions evasion, to curb Moscow’s aggression, Ukraine’s presidential sanctions commissioner, Vladyslav Vlasiuk, told Radio Liberty on May 28.

28 May 2025, 12:29 PM

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy made 134 foreign trips, 48 in past year

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made 134 foreign trips to 134 countries since taking office in May 2019, including 48 in the past year, with Germany as his most frequent destination, The Times reported on May 17.

19 May 2025, 11:54 AM

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