Protestors supporting Ukraine gather outside Russian Embassy in D.C.
The protesters say they’re calling on President Biden to enforce severe sanctions against the Kremlin.
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Fears of Russian cyberattacks grow in the U.S.
A senior FBI cyber official warns U.S. businesses and local governments they should be vigilant against potential ransomware attacks. Days earlier, multiple U.S. agencies issued a similar warning to executives at major U.S. banks.
Ukrainian leader: Russian forces trying to seize Chernobyl
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian forces are trying to seize the Chernobyl nuclear plant.
Analysts say a Russian invasion of Ukraine could problems at the gas pump worse
Analysts say a Russian invasion of its neighboring country would be matched with severe financial sanctions. That would likely lead the Kremlin to withhold oil from the world market, which is already struggling to stay afloat with demand.
Biden announces sanctions against Russian oligarchs, banks
By Vladimir Isachenkov, Yuras Karmanau and Aamer Madhani
President Joe Biden has announced the U.S. is ordering heavy financial sanctions against Russian banks and oligarchs, declaring that Moscow has flagrantly violated international law by it actions in Ukraine.
Senator Graham speaks on the effect of a Russian invasion of Ukraine
South Carolina’s U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says gas is going to go up significantly and cause a ripple effect if Russia invades Ukraine.
Putin recognizes separatist eastern Ukrainian regions
By Vladimir Isachenkov, Yuras Karmanau and Lorne Cook
Russian President President Vladimir Putin has recognized the independence of separatist regions in eastern Ukraine, a move that will severely ratchet up tensions with the West amid fears that his country could invade Ukraine at any moment and use skirmishes as a pretext for an attack.
Senator Lindsey Graham to discuss Ukraine border situation at media event Tuesday
South Carolina’s U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says he plans on holding a media event tomorrow to discuss the current situation between Ukraine and Russia. Graham took to Twitter Sunday night, saying that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “playing the West like a fiddle.”
Hundreds gather for ‘Stand with Ukraine’ rally outside the United Nations
Hundreds took part in a solidarity rally Thursday outside the United Nations, in a peaceful show of support for the people of Ukraine.
Consumer News: U.S. mortgage rates rise once again, a look at the potetntial economic impact of a Russian invasion in Ukraine and more
Consumer News: U.S. mortgage rates rise once again, a look at the potetntial economic impact of a Russian invasion in Ukraine and more.
