After weeks of warnings from President Biden, Russia invades Ukraine
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks to retired Adm. Mike Mullen, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about how the Russian invasion of Ukraine is unfolding.
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Putin describes the attack on Ukraine as an act of self-defense
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Russia military expert Jeffrey Edmonds, who formerly served as the director for Russia at the National Security Council, about the country's military capabilities.
Putin justifies Ukraine invasion as a 'special military operation'
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a speech to his nation, described the attack on Ukraine as an act of self defense.
Archaeologists in the U.K. uncover a buried piece of art near the London Bridge
A team from the Museum of London Archaeology began excavating an 1,800-year-old Roman mosaic. It has intricate geometric and flower patterns and was probably located in an area with wealthy residents.
Russia invades Ukraine as explosions are heard in Kyiv and other cities
The Russian invasion stirs international condemnation, roils global markets and a promise by Ukraine's president to defend the country.
Cyberattacks against Ukraine have intensified in recent days
NPR's A Martinez talks to Lauren Zabierek, executive director of the Cyber Project at Harvard Kennedy School's Belfer Center, about the cyber threats facing Ukraine.
Emergency U.N. meeting is interrupted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine
The urgent U.N. Security Council meeting was meant as an eleventh hour effort to dissuade Russia from sending troops into Ukraine. But the message became moot even as it was being delivered.
An alternative security proposal could help break the cycle of conflict with Russia
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks to Rand Corporation's Samuel Charap about an alternative economic and security agreement that could help resolve the cycle of conflict between Russia and the democratic West.
German ambassador to U.S. on Ukraine tension
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Amb. Emily Haber, Germany's ambassador to the United States, on developments in Ukraine.
Ukraine crisis drives up global energy prices
The Russian military buildup that's threatening Ukraine is also driving up global energy prices. Oil has come close to $100 per barrel, a price not seen since 2014.