
Russia launched heavy aerial attacks on Ukraine for a second night Saturday after the United States stopped sharing satellite images with the Ukrainian government, officials said. At least 22 people have been killed. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The U.S. decision to withhold intelligence and military aid came on the heels of a tempestuous White House visit last week by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Main Idea: Russian strikes on Ukraine killed more than 20 people as President Donald Trump’s pause on U.S. intelligence support left Kyiv more vulnerable, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned the attacks showed the cost of appeasement.
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The strikes and weaker US support could keep energy prices, aid costs, and security risks high for US households and taxpayers.
Trump’s push for sanctions and talks could, if it works, reduce war costs and market shocks for American consumers and businesses.
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