What is SWIFT? A look at West’s toughest sanctions on Russia yet

On Saturday, The United States joined European allies to impose the most potentially crippling financial penalties yet on Russia — cutting some banks off from SWIFT. Here’s a look at what that means.

Ukraine latest: West to impose Russian SWIFT bans; gas pipeline blown up in Kharkiv

The United States, European Union and United Kingdom have agreed to put in place crippling sanctions on the Russian financial sector in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine.

Prayers and despair: Ukrainians in the US decry invasion

Rev. Myron Myronyuk stayed up all night at home in Pennsylvania as his twin brother tried to flee Kyiv, the Ukrainian capital, only to turn back because the road out was choked with traffic.

Ukraine-Russia crisis: Delta Air Lines dissolves ties with Russian-national airline

Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines has joined the growing list of Western businesses suspending ties with Russia following that country’s invasion of Ukraine this week.

Russian invasion of Ukraine puts US-space collaboration in question

President Joe Biden announced new sanctions Thursday targeting Russian financial and technology sectors, including its space program.

Zelenskyy refuses to flee, urges Ukraine to 'stand firm'

Russian troops stormed toward Ukraine’s capital early Saturday as explosions reverberated through the city and the president urged the country to “stand firm” against the siege that could determine its future. He refused American help to evacuate, saying: “The fight is here.”

Ukraine invasion: What to know as Russian forces head toward Kyiv
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Invading Russian forces closed in on Ukraine's capital Friday, in an apparent encircling movement after a barrage of airstrikes on cities and military bases around the country.

Ukrainian marine sacrifices himself to blow up bridge, Ukrainian Military says

The Ukrainian military has released a statement thanking a marine for allegedly sacrificing himself in order to demolish a bridge that would allow Russian tanks to advance.

Ukraine invasion: What to know as Russian forces head toward Kyiv

Invading Russian forces are closing in on Ukraine’s capital, in an apparent encircling movement after a barrage of airstrikes on cities and military bases around the country.

Spirit of support: Russian vodka removed from Kansas liquor store shelves

“I’m trying to stand with Ukraine by not standing behind Russian products,” Jamie Stratton, Jacob Liquor Exchange partner and wine director, told FOX TV Stations.

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: US, Europe agree to freeze assets of Russia’s Putin, Lavrov

The EU’s unanimous decision, part of a broader sanctions package, indicated that Western powers are moving toward unprecedented measures to try to force Putin to stop the brutal invasion of Russia’s neighbor and from unleashing a major war in Europe.

Who is the 'Ghost of Kyiv'? Tale of Ukrainian fighter pilot trends on social media

Videos of a jet flying over Ukraine have social media buzzing about unconfirmed claims that a fighter pilot called the “Ghost of Kyiv” took down six Russian jets.

How to talk to children about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

As Russia’s escalating invasion of Ukraine unfolds, child development experts urge parents to check in with children of all ages and to have conversations with them about what’s happening.

Ukraine seeks to crowdfund military defense against Russian invasion

The Ukrainian government launched a website requesting cash donations to support their military defense amid Russia’s invasion of their country.