International

Putin puts Russia's nuclear forces on alert, cites sanctions
President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian nuclear forces on high alert amid tensions with the West over his invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, the two sides have agreed to talks along the border with Belarus.
U.S., E.U. ramp up financial sanctions against Russia; Zelenskyy urges Ukrainians to stand firm
The U.S., Canada and the European Union all moved to cut certain Russian banks off from the international financing system, as Russia’s assault on Ukraine continues. American and German officials also approved more military aid to Ukrainian forces.
Ukraine's capital under threat as Russia presses invasion
The invasion of a democratic country has fueled fears of wider war in Europe and triggered international efforts to make Russia stop. Amid growing casualties from the deadly warfare the Kremlin said Russia was ready to talk but it appeared to be an effort to squeeze concessions from Ukraine.