Silence echoed from the Kremlin as the deadline for Ukraine's ceasefire demand came and went. This was a clear call for a 30-day ceasefire by Monday, May 12. The request came from Ukraine and its European allies, with a stern warning for Russia. If Russia did not agree, fresh sanctions were on the table. The U. S. and Ukraine have been pushing for...

Ukraine and Russia are pointing fingers at each other. They are accusing each other of breaking a deal to stop hitting energy targets. This happened at a big meeting in Turkey. Both sides want to end the war, which has been going on for three years. They had a chance to talk about it with a U. S. official in Moscow. Ukraine's friends in Europe also promised lots...

The situation in Ukraine is tense. 88 people were hurt in a recent Russian missile strike. This happened just as talks between the US and Russia started. These talks are supposed to be about finding a way to stop the fighting. But, actions speak louder than words. The attack in Sumy, a city in Ukraine, hit schools and homes. Seventeen kids were among those hurt. This...