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KYIV, Ukraine -- A divisive mobilization law in Ukraine came into force on Saturday, as Kyiv struggles to boost troop numbers after Russia launched a new offensive that some fear could close in on Ukraines second-largest city.

As Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia.

Could Ukraine lose the war? Once nearly taboo, the question hovers in Kyiv, but Ukrainians believe they must fight for their lives against Putin's troops.

PHILADELPHIA (TNS) — How grotesque to watch long-term U.S. security interests hang on the outcome of a political battle between the Hamlet-like speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and vengeful

Does he want to do the right thing for American security, or kowtow to the MAGA mob whose leader admires Putin?

How grotesque to watch long-term U.S. security interests hang on the outcome of a political battle between the Hamlet-like speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, and vengeful MAGA conspiracy theorist

The hardware sent last week is the latest military assistance that US President Joe Biden's administration has provided to Kyiv for its fight to retake territory occupied by Russia.

Ukrainian air defenses intercepted more than two dozen drones fired by Russia on Kharkiv, the Ukrainian army said. The attack killed at least six people and damaged residential buildings. ...

Attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city.

A Russian strike on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, killed six civilians and injured at least 10 others early on Saturday, regional officials said.