President Zelensky pleads for help for Ukraine in speech to U.S. Congress
Zelenskyy said “we need you right now,” and played graphic video of the impact of the war on Ukrainians.
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White House: Biden will travel to Europe for Ukraine talks
President Biden will meet with NATO and European leaders in Brussels on March 24.
SC lawmakers weigh in on conflict in Ukraine at law school roundtable
“If Putin comes out of this standing and the Ukraine is destroyed, the world order as we know collapses,” Graham warns.
Acclaimed filmmaker Brent Renaud shot, killed in Ukraine
American journalist Brent Renaud has been killed in Ukraine while gathering material for a report about refugees.
Technical problem shuts down talks between Ukrainian and Russian officials, to resume Tuesday
A fourth round of talks between Ukrainian and Russian officials were set for today, but a technical problem shut them down. They’ll pick back up Tuesday.
Trump ‘Save America’ rally in Florence
FLORENCE, S.C. (WOLO) – Former President Donald Trump made a visit to Florence on Saturday night. Thousands gathered to hear Trump speak at his ‘Save America’ rally. The former president criticized President Joe Biden’s handling of the United States involvement in the conflict between Russian and Ukraine. He told his supporters that it is very possible a World War III…
US slashes Russia trade status, bans alcohol and seafood
President Joe Biden announced Friday that along with the European Union and the Group of Seven countries, the U.S. will revoke “most favored nation” trade status for Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. He said the U.S. will also ban imports of Russian seafood, alcohol and diamonds.
President of Ukraine calls attack on children’s hospital a war crime
Top U.S. intelligence officials warn Congress about the possibility Russia could use chemical weapons against Ukrainians in an attack, and potentially blame the U.S. for it. This comes after one of Russia’s most horrific strikes in this war, a deadly attack on a Ukrainian children’s hospital.
Better Business Bureau warns of charity scams for those donating to help Ukrainians
Millions of dollars in support are pouring in from all over the world to help Ukraine, with many resorting to Airbnb and crypto currency to send immediate help to Ukrainians. The conflict also creates an opportunity for scammers to take advantage of your generosity, and the Better Business Bureau is issuing a warning about charity scams.
Vice President Harris heading to Poland
Officials say Harris’ message to Poland and Romania is the U.S. stands by its NATO allies and will continue to support the Ukrainian people.
