Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the rising risks of inflation and has urged the government and central bank to keep the situation under control, as soaring prices could pose a threat to living standards and his upcoming re-election bid, while Russia's budget is also strained due to its military operation in Ukraine.
Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs accuses Russian President Vladimir Putin of having deep-rooted antisemitism, claiming that his obsession with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's Jewish origin is indicative of this.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy accuses Russian President Vladimir Putin of being behind the mysterious plane crash that killed mutinous mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin and his top lieutenants.
Former U.S. President George W. Bush believes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is tough like a Texan and warns that if Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not stopped in Ukraine, the U.S. will have to be involved in supporting neighboring countries like Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia.
Ukrainian President Zelensky criticizes Russian leadership and rejects the idea of negotiating peace, citing the death of a rebel leader as a warning against dealing with Vladimir Putin.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that a weakened Vladimir Putin will resort to nuclear threats and winter bombings, but urges Western leaders not to panic and emphasizes Ukraine's determination to prevail in the conflict.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva plans to bring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin together for peace negotiations at the UN General Assembly, focusing on avoiding war.
Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelensky, believes that the West must continue its support for the country in order to counter Russia's attempts to exhaust Ukraine and wear out its partners' resolve, as a long war would weaken both Russia and its leader, Vladimir Putin.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed confidence in Ukraine's ability to emerge victorious in the war against Russia, stating that Putin has already lost in his attempt to erase Ukraine's independence and subsume it into Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has announced advances made by Ukrainian troops in the counter offensive against Russian occupying forces in the southern and eastern fronts, confirming assessments of gains in those regions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his country "waited too long" to launch a counteroffensive against Russia due to delays in receiving promised weapons from its Western allies.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has requested weapons and support from North Korea amid the invasion of Ukraine, but experts doubt it will significantly impact the war, according to Gen. Mark Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated that he is preparing for a prolonged war in Ukraine, stating that Kyiv could potentially use any ceasefire to rearm and that the US will continue to view Russia as an enemy regardless of the outcome of the 2024 US election.
The claim that Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to invade Ukraine was non-rational is flawed, as rationality in international politics is not solely defined by success or adherence to moral standards, but rather by the ability to make sense of the world, employ credible theories, and engage in a deliberative process to achieve certain goals. Putin and his advisers viewed the West's efforts to make Ukraine a bulwark as an existential threat, leading them to believe that the invasion was a war of self-defense aimed at preventing an adverse shift in the balance of power.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as a dictator and emphasized Germany's support for Ukraine, stating that Ukraine must win its war against Russia to send a message to other dictators like Xi.
Finland's President, Sauli Niinisto, warns Europe about the risks of complacency and escalation in Russia's war against Ukraine, emphasizing the potential for nuclear weapons to be used and calling for understanding of the hesitation of leaders in supplying Ukraine with advanced weaponry.
Former President Donald Trump welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin's support for his plan to end the war in Ukraine, causing concern among Ukrainian leaders who fear it would involve giving Ukrainian land to Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that the world order is at stake in the Ukraine war and that if Ukraine falls, it could lead to a Third World War.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for Ukrainian defenders to continue moving forward in the slow counteroffensive against Russia, stating that even short distances must be gained to prevent giving Putin a break and liberate territory.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasizes that US financial support to Ukraine is not only about aiding the country in its fight against Russia, but also about preventing Vladimir Putin's further global aggression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that a potential defeat against Russia could lead to World War III and calls for continued US support in an interview with CBS's "60 Minutes."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks additional funding for the war with Russia during his visit to Washington, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell makes a case for continued aid to Ukraine.
Ukraine's special services are likely responsible for drone strikes on Wagner-backed forces in Sudan, raising concerns about the escalation of Russia-Ukraine conflict beyond the frontlines; Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell defends Ukraine's request for more aid ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's visit to the US Capitol; President Zelensky warns the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is not only about Ukraine but also about weaponizing food and energy and turning other countries' power plants into "dirty bombs"; Zelensky calls for global unity to defeat Russia's aggression and accuses Russia of kidnapping Ukrainian children and weaponizing the food supply; Russian President Putin is seeking support from North Korea and Iran while Ukraine continues to gain support from numerous countries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy demanded support for his country's war effort against Russia in a somber address to the U.N. General Assembly, accusing Russia of endangering the sovereignty of its neighbors and the international rules-based order.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on Donald Trump to provide concrete details and take action on his promise to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine, stating that simply giving up Ukrainian land is not a peace formula.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Canada, a close ally and staunch supporter, where he is expected to receive more military aid, including weapons and combat support vehicles, to assist in the war against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism about receiving additional assistance from the US and emphasized the importance of maintaining global unity in the face of Russian aggression, while acknowledging the need to continue pushing back against Putin's military threats.
Ukraine's President Zelensky faces challenges in securing military support from the US and navigating complicated politics, as he tries to maintain Western help in the face of growing scepticism and domestic priorities in partner countries.
Ukrainian President Zelensky warns that Russia is relying on eroding U.S. support to win its war against Ukraine, as funding for Ukraine becomes a contentious issue among House Republicans.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses the United States of seeking to impose its hegemony on the world and criticizes the West's handling of the war in Ukraine.
President Vladimir Putin claims that Russia's mission is to build a "new world" and blames Western hegemony for their military intervention in Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to delay further mobilizations in the war with Ukraine until after Russia's presidential election in March, potentially weakening Russia's offensives against Ukraine, according to British intelligence assessments.
Russian President Vladimir Putin dismisses suggestions that the United States should prepare for a war against Russia and China, stating that any war with Russia would be on a different level than the conflict in Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy has warned that Ukraine is aware of Russia's intentions and is prepared to respond forcefully, as Ukraine prepares for the winter and receives support from international partners for enhanced air defense capabilities.
