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Russian Federation sent about 40,000 prisoners to war against Ukraine, - White House Russia increasingly relies on the Wagner private military company of Putin-friendly oligarch Yevgeny Prigozhin to wage a full-scale war in Ukraine. 23.12.22 14:55 3 972 20 Previously in trend: War

We see no signs that Russian army will attack Kyiv in near future - White House The United States does not currently believe that Russia is likely to launch an offensive against Kyiv in the near future, but it does not think that Moscow has abandoned its intentions to seize the entire territory of Ukraine. 16.12.22 20:28 4 411 66 Previously in trend: War

US imposes new sanctions against Russia over its military cooperation with Iran US Government imposes sanctions against Russian Aerospace Forces as well as other Russian institutions due to their involvement in illegal procurement of unmanned technologies from Iran and their use against peaceful cities of Ukraine. 09.12.22 20:11 3 308 12 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Today’s Russian missile strike on Ukraine was aimed at civilian infrastructure - White House Recent massive Russian missile attack on Ukraine was clearly aimed at civilian infrastructure and was intended to create more suffering for ordinary citizens. 05.12.22 22:27 6 235 33 Previously in trend: War

USA on Russia’s readiness for negotiations: "Putin has not shown any signs that he is ready to sit down at negotiating table and end this war" John Kirby, the US National Security Council’s strategic communications coordinator, stressed at a briefing on Friday that Russia shows no signs of a willingness to end the war it has unleashed in Ukraine through negotiations. 02.12.22 22:50 2 767 22 Previously in trend: War

No sign that Russia plans to stop missile attacks on Ukraine - Kirby The United States says it is highly likely that Russia will continue to strike Ukrainian civilian infrastructure in the near future, but the momentum of fighting on the front lines in Ukraine will weaken over the winter months. 30.11.22 21:13 4 529 24 Previously in trend: War

Putin is behaving "absolutely abominably" due to his inability to stand up to AFU, - White House Russian President Vladimir Putin hopes that massive strikes on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure will break Ukrainian resistance as the occupiers suffer military defeats. Such actions of the head of the Kremlin are "absolutely disgusting". 29.11.22 07:48 11 199 53 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

If Russia does not leave Ukraine, negotiations are needed, but US relies on Zelensky - White House The White House said that "if Russia does not leave, negotiations will be the right way to end the war," but the United States will rely on President Volodymyr Zelensky. 18.11.22 21:07 34 006 258 Previously in trend: War

There will be more aid to Ukraine, - White House President Joe Biden’s administration is working to increase aid funding for Ukraine. 18.11.22 20:25 11 156 57 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Kirby: US is thinking how to quickly help Ukraine restore infrastructure after missile strikes The United States is looking for ways to help Ukraine rebuild its energy infrastructure destroyed by Russian strikes. 04.11.22 22:46 2 790 15 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

US sees no signs of Russia preparing to use nuclear weapons, - White House The United States does not see any signs that the Russian Federation may be preparing to use nuclear weapons. 02.11.22 15:53 607 10 World

US does not see confirmation that Russia received missiles from Iran: but it worries us, - White House Official Washington continues to be concerned about the possibility of Iranian missile deliveries to Russia to support the Kremlin regime’s war against Ukraine, but the United States is currently unable to confirm the transfer of these missiles to the Russians. 01.11.22 19:22 4 543 34 Previously in trend: War

White House: Iran directly involved in attacks on civilians and infrastructure of Ukraine Given Iran’s transfer of combat drones to Russia, as well as presence of Iranian personnel in occupied Crimea to help target these UAVs at peaceful cities in Ukraine, United States believes that Tehran has directly joined Putin’s war. 20.10.22 22:10 9 933 79 Previously in trend: War

Results of elections in USA will not affect level of support for Ukraine, - White House Military and financial support by the United States to Ukraine will continue regardless of the results of the November 8 US congressional elections. 19.10.22 16:52 5 160 27 Previously in trend: War

US wants to speed up deliveries of NASAMS air defense systems to Ukraine, - White House U.S. National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said Tuesday that Washington is working to accelerate the delivery of NASAMS air defense systems to Ukraine. 11.10.22 21:25 7 368 52 Previously in trend: War

Russian Federation was planning massive shelling of Ukraine even before explosion on Crimean bridge, - Kirby The Russian occupiers were planning a massive shelling of Ukraine even before the explosion on the Crimean bridge 11.10.22 10:24 6 818 18 Previously in trend: War

Putin could end war today by withdrawing his troops from Ukraine, - Kirby Russian President Vladimir Putin started the Russian-Ukrainian war, and he could end it today by withdrawing his troops from Ukraine. 09.10.22 19:45 6 812 31 Previously in trend: War

White House announced new defense package for Ukraine in coming days White House National Security Council Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby said that the U.S. administration is preparing a new defense assistance package for Ukraine, which will be announced in the coming days. 14.09.22 00:35 10 547 19 War in Ukraine

White House on negotiations between Ukraine and Russian Federation: Putin does not show desire to end war, Biden advocates diplomacy US President Joe Biden advocates a diplomatic solution to Russia’s war against Ukraine. 13.09.22 17:58 12 880 72 Previously in trend: War

Armed Forces achieved stunning success in Kharkiv region, but battle is ahead in south, - White House The Armed Forces of Ukraine achieved "quick and stunning success" in the offensive in the Kharkiv region, but a tough battle is expected in the south. 13.09.22 16:48 8 133 17 Previously in trend: War

Sanctions, in particular visa restrictions, should hinder Putin, holding all Russians to account is counterproductive, - Kirby. VIDEO All Russians cannot be punished for the war against Ukraine. 04.09.22 14:57 4 293 61 Previously in trend: War

U.S. has no hope that Putin is ready to end war in Ukraine - White House The US does not hold out hope that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to end the war in Ukraine. 04.09.22 00:31 7 754 32 Previously in trend: War

Russia still going to hold ’referendums’ in September - White House The US sees signs that Russia intends to hold illegal "referendums" on the annexation of the occupied territories of Ukraine in September. 04.09.22 00:00 5 079 29 Previously in trend: War

U.S. prepares new security assistance for Ukraine The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden will soon announce additional security assistance for Ukraine. 31.08.22 20:32 10 875 70 World

White House reacted to reports of Ukrainian counterattack: Russians had to transfer resources from east to south The White House has seen reports that Ukraine has launched a counteroffensive against Russian forces in the south, but does not want to comment on specific Ukrainian military operations. 29.08.22 22:34 15 159 17 Previously in trend: War

Ukraine will receive weapons from manufacturers, not from US stockpiles, - White House White House spokesman for security and defense John Kirby said that new weapons for Ukraine will come from manufacturers, and not from existing US military stockpiles. 25.08.22 11:24 14 334 88 World

USA will soon announce a new package of military aid to Ukraine, - The White House At a closed briefing on Friday, John Kirby, National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications, announced a new military aid package for Ukraine. 29.07.22 22:54 7 136 41 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

China has strengthened its war rhetoric on Taiwan - White House President Biden's administration states that mainland China is increasing its level of aggressiveness in the region, including towards Taiwan. 26.07.22 20:47 7 716 44 World

Biden approved a new $270 million military aid package for Ukraine - Politico Politico quoted White House spokesman John Kirby as saying that US President Joe Biden signed on Friday a document on provision of another $270 million military aid package to Ukraine. 22.07.22 21:25 16 016 86 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

White House - about Zelensky's desire to end war by end of year: "Putin wants to attack" The US would like the Russian Federation's war against Ukraine to end today. But Russian dictator Vladimir Putin wants to continue the attacks. 30.06.22 10:20 19 732 26 Previously in trend: War

G7 participants will discuss measures to increase isolation of Russia from global economy, - White House G7 leaders at the summit in Germany will discuss new measures aimed at isolating Russia from the global economy and disrupting supply chains for the Russian defense industry. 24.06.22 00:21 2 366 19 World

Pentagon explained why Russia is advancing in Donbass: "It's another flatter territory and closer to Russia's borders." Russia's recent achievements in the Donbass are due to the fact that Russian troops are advancing in a smaller area, as well as to the location's geography. 27.05.22 22:18 13 295 66 Previously in trend: War

U.S. not considering military intervention to unblock Ukrainian ports - Pentagon The United States has no plans to intervene militarily to unblock Ukrainian grain exports through the Black Sea. 27.05.22 21:21 3 367 20 Previously in trend: War

In east and south of Ukraine, neither side has made significant progress, - Pentagon In the eastern and southern parts of Ukraine, where fighting is taking place, neither side has made significant progress in recent times. 27.05.22 00:10 4 959 22 Previously in trend: War

"Ramstein" format countries will hold new meeting on Ukrainian defense on May 23, - Pentagon A group of more than 40 countries will meet again on Monday, May 23, to discuss further defense support for Ukraine. 20.05.22 23:00 3 545 21 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

Law on additional assistance to Ukraine should be adopted by May 19, - the Pentagon If Congress fails to pass a $40 billion bill for Ukraine by May 19, it could lead to a pause in military aid to Ukraine. 14.05.22 00:42 3 874 14 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

Most of Russian ground forces sent to Mariupol retreated and moved north, Pentagon said. The main forces of the Russian army, previously sent to Mariupol, are now withdrawn north of the city, which continues to suffer constant air and artillery strikes. 06.05.22 07:02 18 032 8 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

United States has developed Phoenix Ghost drone specifically for needs of Ukraine - Pentagon The US Air Force has developed a new Phoenix Ghost drone system for Ukraine. 21.04.22 19:24 23 258 38 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

8-10 planes arrive in Europe every day for Ukraine - Pentagon The United States and more than 30 other countries from around the world provide a massive flow of aid to Ukraine, particularly defense, medical, and humanitarian aid, which is measured in up to a dozen planes daily. 12.04.22 20:07 15 170 21 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War

Ukraine can use Javelin from USA inside its territory, but only for self-defense – Pentagon The Ukrainian military has the right to use the Javelin anti-tank missile systems received from the United States in any part of its country, but this should only be done for self-defence, Pentagon Spokesperson John Kirby said on Wednesday, December 8. 09.12.21 01:00 11 683 81 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Exercise Sea Breeze aimed at stability and security, not provocation – Pentagon The large-scale Exercise Sea Breeze 2021 is not provocative and is aimed at supporting security and stability in the Black Sea region. 30.06.21 10:54 2 035 18 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

US expects Donbas cease-fire to last after holidays The United States welcomes the trilateral contact group’s announcement of an agreement for a holiday cease-fire in eastern Ukraine set to begin on Dec. 24 at midnight. 23.12.16 11:52 3 986 43 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"This is clear violation of Russia’s commitments under Minsk agreements," - Kirby on aggravation in Donbas Recent developments in the east of Ukraine involving an attempt by Russia's hybrid forces to launch an offensive against the Ukrainian government troops which led to casualties in their ranks is a clear violation of the Minsk agreements by Moscow. 21.12.16 11:32 51 390 120 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Svitlodarsk fighting

"Russian people should know NATO does not seek to weaken, contain or divide their nation," - Kerry NATO is defensive. Russian people should know NATO does not seek to weaken, contain or divide their nation. 04.10.16 16:44 11 249 101 World

JIT findings corroborate Secretary Kerry’s statement in days following MH17 downing, Assistant Secretary Kirby says The United States welcomes the interim report of the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) on the shoot down of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 and calls on other states that are in a position to assist to cooperate fully so those responsible are held accountable. 28.09.16 22:47 36 593 121 Previously in trend: Russian terrorists downed MH17

FBI engaged in probe into Sheremet's murder, - US Department of State The FBI has begun to assist Ukrainian authorities in investigating yesterday's murder of journalist Pavel Sheremet in Kyiv. 21.07.16 09:34 22 378 85 Previously in trend: Murder of Sheremet

Russian version of incident in US embassy in Moscow is factually inaccurate, - US State Department The State Department spokesman John Kirby told that Russian officials distorted information about the incident between a U.S. diplomat and Russian security officer. 02.07.16 09:37 33 429 48 Incidents

U.S. pledges additional $10 million to help ensure safety of future generations in Chornobyl area, - Department of State The pledged aid will help ensure the safety of future generations who live in the affected area. 25.04.16 17:28 2 486 13 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine