Section: US & Canada
Billboards praising Stalin go up in Russian-annexed Crimea
The billboards reading “Eternal glory to the victors” are sponsored by the Communist Party, which has always praised Stalin’s role in the defeat of Nazi Germany. …read more Source: Toronto...
Savchenko Transferred From Hospital Back To Jail
Ukrainian pilot Nadia Savchenko’s has been transferred back to detention center in Moscow after spending just two days in a civilian hospital. …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
An Old War, a New War – The Upcoming Challenge to Ukraine’s Ceasefire
May 9, the 70th anniversary of Soviet victory over Nazi Germany, is shaping up to be a serious test for the fragile Minsk II ceasefire in Ukraine. Thus far, the only stipulations which have been at least partially implemented are the ceasefire, a large-caliber arms withdrawal and a prisoner exchange. These steps are crucial, and the deescalation...
US commander: Russia seems set for new offensive in Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The top U.S. commander for NATO said Thursday that America needs better intelligence on the ground in Ukraine, but that it… …read more Source:...
Russia’s Anti-Swastika Crusade Hits Toy Stores, Bookstores, And Museums
Russia is scrambling to get rid of swastikas and other Nazi symbols ahead of Victory Day celebrations. But has it going too far? …read more Source: Radio Free Europe / Radio...
US commander: Russian offensive possible in Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The top U.S. commander for NATO says Russian forces have used a recent lull in fighting in Ukraine to reposition for what American military officers believe will be another offensive. …read more Source: U.S....
US commander: Russian offensive possible in Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The top U.S. commander for NATO says Russian forces have used a recent lull in fighting in Ukraine to reposition for what… …read more Source:...
Ukraine foreign minister praises Canadian trainers
OTTAWA – Ukraine’s visiting foreign minister says it’s a joke that Russia is characterizing Canadian military trainers in his country as “deplorable.” Foreign Affairs Minister Pavlo Klimkin says the Canadian Forces trainers will bring his country’s military forces and national guard up to a higher standard so they can better...
Ukraine minister says Russian concern a joke, praises Canada’s military trainers
OTTAWA – Ukraine’s visiting foreign minister says it’s a joke that Russia is characterizing Canadian military trainers in his country as “deplorable.”Foreign Affairs Minister Pavlo Klimkin says the Canadian Forces trainers will bring his country’s military forces and national guard up to a higher standard so...
Canada announces another $14M in aid to Ukraine
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson said Canada stands with Ukraine in the face of Russia’s “aggressive militarism and expansionism,” as he announced another $14 million in aid to the former Soviet state. Nicholson met with Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Pavlo Klimkin for several hours Thursday, to discuss the situation in Ukraine....
