Recent Headlines and Significant Events
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Historic Wartime Visit by Ukrainian President
Ten months after his country was invaded by Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky flew to Washington, DC.
Zelensky’s visit to Washington marked his first trip outside Ukraine since the invasion. “I hope my words of respect and gratitude resonate in each American heart,” Zelensky said during a joint meeting of Congress. However, alongside his gratitude was a plea for more help, emphasizing that his armed forces are outnumbered and outgunned by the Russian military even as they fight on.
Earlier, the Ukrainian leader visited the White House, where he met with President Joe Biden and held a joint news conference, displaying a united front on their approach to the war.
Biden officially announced the United States will send an additional $1.8 billion package of assistance to Ukraine, which includes the Patriot missile defense system that Zelensky had been requesting for months.
Headlines from the Past Week
Here are some of the stories that made headlines over the past week, along with photographs that caught our eye.
Global Humanitarian Issues and Natural Disasters
Consequently, the ongoing migration crisis continues to affect many families and communities around the world. Families like that of Yaneisi Martinez in Ciudad Juárez highlight the human cost of border politics.
Political Developments
The House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol holds its last public meeting in Washington, DC, on December 19. The committee concluded that former President Donald Trump was ultimately responsible for the insurrection.
Moreover, the ongoing dialogue surrounding environmental challenges and winter conditions have raised concerns among citizens. It is crucial to stay informed and engaged with the current events that shape our communities.
