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Russia has invaded its neighbor, Ukraine, despite strong international condemnation and severe sanctions from the West. Here are the latest developments.

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Pentagon sending Excalibur guided artillery, more HIMARS to Ukraine

US officials had avoided publicly acknowledging sending Excalibur, co-developed by Raytheon Missiles and Defense and BAE Systems Bofor of Sweden.

Russian forces poised for ‘major defeat’ in Kherson, says DoD official

Ukraine is racking up wins in territory Russia claimed last week.

Americans Andy Huynh, right, and Alex Drueke arrive at the TWA Hotel on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022 in New York.

American veterans ‘prayed for death’ on brutal ride from Ukraine

One of two American veterans released from Russian captivity after being captured in Ukraine says they both prayed for death during the ride to freedom.

Ukrainian soldiers fire in the recently retaken city of Kupiansk, in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine, Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. Russian and Ukrainian forces exchanged missile and artillery barrages on Thursday as both sides refused to concede ground despite recent military setbacks for Moscow and the toll on the invaded country after seven months of war. (Kostiantyn Liberov/AP)

With a mix of donated weapons, Ukraine’s defenders adapt in war

Gen. James Hecker, the head of U.S. Air Forces in Europe, told reporters Sept. 19 that Russia has lost more than 60 fighter jets in the war so far.

Ukrainian soldiers unload ammunition in the recently retaken Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022.

Advanced air defense weapons head to Ukraine in 2 months

The Pentagon will deliver the first two National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, or NASAMS, to Ukraine in the next two months.

Inside a liberated Ukrainian city, and how NATO tactics helped free it

Before NATO countries began training Ukrainians, officers would shout orders and cared more about rank than results.

By Caleb Larson

Andy Huynh, left, and Alex Drueke, far right, are seen hugging their loved ones after arriving at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022.

Veterans captured fighting in Ukraine return home to Alabama

Alex Drueke and Andy Huynh arrived home to Alabama on Saturday, greeted by hugs, cheers and tears of joy at the state’s main airport.

US weapons, partisans played role in Ukraine’s successful offensive

One officer described how his men laid the groundwork for victory by slipping deep into Russian-held territory in the months leading up to the assault.

By Sam Skove

Use us for combat zone tests, Ukraine minister tells US war industry

Ukraine's deputy defense minister suggested anti-tank systems with a 6-kilometer range or suicide drones as options his military could use.

By Todd South

Alabama veterans captured while fighting in Ukraine released

U.S. veterans Alexander Drueke and Andy Huynh have been released after about three months in captivity, relatives said Wednesday.

Putin sets partial military call-up, won’t ‘bluff’ on nukes

It’s the first call-up in Russia since World War II and is sure to further fuel tensions with the Western backers of Ukraine.

Putin can’t achieve Ukraine goal, US military intel chief says

The Pentagon's intelligence chief says Russian President Vladimir Putin is at a point where he will have to revise his initial aims in invading Ukraine.

US leaders avoid victory dance in Ukraine combat advances

U.S. officials know Russian President Vladimir Putin still has troops and resources to tap.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

Russian forces retreat amid Ukrainian counteroffensive

A growing flow of Western weapons is now playing a key role in the counteroffensive, helping Ukraine significantly boost its precision strike capability.

Here’s what global weapons chiefs will discuss this month in Brussels

A U.S.-led meeting of armaments directors from around the world will take place in Brussels on Sept. 28.

By Joe Gould

Russia to buy rockets, artillery shells from North Korea, US says

Russia is in the process of purchasing millions of rockets and artillery shells from North Korea for its fight in Ukraine, according to U.S. intelligence.

Putin orders Russian military to increase troops amid Ukraine losses

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a 13% increase in the country’s troop strength by Jan. 1.

By Derek Gatopoulos, The Associated Press

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Ukraine

Russia has invaded its neighbor, Ukraine, despite strong international condemnation and severe sanctions from the West. Here are the latest developments.

US officials had avoided publicly acknowledging sending Excalibur, co-developed by Raytheon Missiles and Defense and BAE Systems Bofor of Sweden.

Ukraine is racking up wins in territory Russia claimed last week.

One of two American veterans released from Russian captivity after being captured in Ukraine says they both prayed for death during the ride to freedom.

Gen. James Hecker, the head of U.S. Air Forces in Europe, told reporters Sept. 19 that Russia has lost more than 60 fighter jets in the war so far.

The Pentagon will deliver the first two National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems, or NASAMS, to Ukraine in the next two months.

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Before NATO countries began training Ukrainians, officers would shout orders and cared more about rank than results.

Alex Drueke and Andy Huynh arrived home to Alabama on Saturday, greeted by hugs, cheers and tears of joy at the state’s main airport.

One officer described how his men laid the groundwork for victory by slipping deep into Russian-held territory in the months leading up to the assault.

Ukraine's deputy defense minister suggested anti-tank systems with a 6-kilometer range or suicide drones as options his military could use.

U.S. veterans Alexander Drueke and Andy Huynh have been released after about three months in captivity, relatives said Wednesday.

It’s the first call-up in Russia since World War II and is sure to further fuel tensions with the Western backers of Ukraine.

The Pentagon's intelligence chief says Russian President Vladimir Putin is at a point where he will have to revise his initial aims in invading Ukraine.

U.S. officials know Russian President Vladimir Putin still has troops and resources to tap.

A growing flow of Western weapons is now playing a key role in the counteroffensive, helping Ukraine significantly boost its precision strike capability.

A U.S.-led meeting of armaments directors from around the world will take place in Brussels on Sept. 28.

Russia is in the process of purchasing millions of rockets and artillery shells from North Korea for its fight in Ukraine, according to U.S. intelligence.

Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a 13% increase in the country’s troop strength by Jan. 1.

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