Ukraine gained its independence following the fall of the Soviet empire. But today it is fighting for survival against the old enemy.
It is being propped and supported by the West and Nato who are using to fight a proxy war against Russia.
It is the second-largest country by area in Europe after Russia. At present, it is pushing for EU and NATO membership to protect it from the threat of Russia with whom it shares its largest border.
Ukraine also shares borders with Belarus to the north; Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary to the west; Romania and Moldova to the south; and has a coastline along the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea, which is currently seized and under Russian control.
It has rarely been able to enjoy its Independence, it has had an uprising in the south of the country, who want independence and is currently engaged in a war with Putin’s Russia.
Russian armed forces invaded Russia on the 24th of February 2022 and the siege continues.
The country is led by President Volodymyr Zelensky a TV producer turned politician who gave up his lucrative career in TV to lead the country, with a specific goal of bringing peace to the country.
He is posting real-time updates on his Twitter channel which you can follow on Euro news
Follow WTX News Live News page for up-to-the-minute updates.
https://wtxnews.com/world/live-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/
Official confirmation that the US suspends military aid to Ukraine, according to a White House official as the Trump administration rank up pressure on Zelensky…
It was a wild and unprecedented weekend of politics, kicking off with Zelenskyy’s bust-up with Trump on Friday.
Editorial 03.03.2025 Monday’s front pages are dominated by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the UK – off the back of a bust-up with Donald…
Today’s Top 3 UK News Headlines at 6 am What’s happening in the UK today? Here are today’s top 3 UK news headlines. From the…
Graham, Zelenskyy trade barbs after suggesting Ukrainian president should resign Longtime Ukraine advocate Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., fired shots back at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy,…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he is still ready to sign a minerals deal with the United States. He made the comments to…
Vladimir Putin is rubbing his hands with glee as America does his bidding in Europe. Even Mr Putin could not have scripted the eruption of…
Most Ukrainians have been closely following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington, where Ukraine and the US were to sign an agreement on minerals. From…
Sunday’s front pages are dominated by pictures of PM Sir Keir Starmer warmly embarrassing Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after his spicy exchanges with Donald Trump at the White House a day before.
The newspapers are united in their support for the prime minister’s calmer approach – than what had been on display from Donald Trump, with several papers (including Trump-supporting papers) suggesting the American President’s state visit should be called off.
The future of United States support for Ukraine stands in doubt after a high-profile meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump…
An initially cordial meeting between US President Donald Trump, that started so well, compliments and pleasantries exchanged until Vice President JD Vance erupted towards Ukrainian…
Starmer Meets Trump: Key Highlights from the White House Visit In a significant diplomatic event, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Donald…
Germany’s incoming chancellor Friedrich Merz makes surprise trip to Paris for talks with Macron Germany’s likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Paris…
President Donald Trump says Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance as he prepares to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White…
Exclusive: As of January, there were just 369 UK staff working on the British-led programme that has trained over 51,000 Ukrainian soldiers to resist Vladimir…
Defence editor Alex Gatapolous reflects on how the Russia-Ukraine conflict has changed over the years.
US President Donald Trump says Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy set to visit US on Friday to sign a “very big deal.” It comes as sources confirmed…
The UK, Norway, Germany and France, as well as other European Union states, have offered military training for Ukrainian soldiers and officers since the beginning of Russia’s…
Rachel Reeves says Europe must boost defence spending like UK Rachel Reeves has said Europe must boost defence spending, following the UK’s lead after Keir Starmer pledges…
In late February 2022, Russian troops crossed the border into Ukraine, starting a war that, three years later, has become one of deadliest and most destructive…
US proposes rival UN action on Ukraine, pitting against Europe just before the meeting Keir Starmer, who is being urged to stand up to the…
The former PM said Trump’s claims were designed to ‘shock Europeans into action’ Boris Johnson attacks Trump over claims Ukraine started war with Putin Boris…
The papers are dominated by the ongoing talks between Russia and the US over ending the war in Ukraine.
Away from the war, there’s a variety of domestic stories ranging from the ongoing farmers’ protests to an exclusive interview with one of the parents of the Southport victims.
Showbiz gossip leads the tabloids with reactions to Meghan Markle’s latest business venture.
The back pages sum up Celtic’s late loss to Bayern Munich (on agg) as heartbreaking as well as looking ahead at tonight’s match between Real Madrid and Manchester City (4-3 agg).
It is not the first time that Russia has tried to influence an election through disinformation. It happened last year, both ahead of the EU…
Did you know that ethnic Koreans in Ukraine feel at home despite the racism, they see themselves as Ukrainians of Korean descent and are a…
Copyright WTX News 2024
Login below or Register Now.
Already registered? Login.