Zelensky to make case for long-range missiles at White House
The US has been the biggest source of military aid to Ukraine.
President Zelensky is preparing to meet President Trump in the White House to press him to supply Ukraine with long-range Tomahawk missiles to use against Russia. It comes a day after Mr Trump agreed to hold another summit with President Putin. We hear from Russian and Ukrainians—both inside and outside the country—about their hopes and thoughts on the prospects for peace. We also hear from our reporters with ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Russian and ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Ukraine, as well as our correspondent in Washington.
Many people have been injured in Kenya as crowds surged to get a glimpse of the coffin during the funeral of the late opposition leader, Raila Odinga. Our correspondent has the latest.
After teaming up with Harlan Coben, Reese Witherspoon has been speaking to the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ about why strong female characters matter. We hear from other female authors on what makes a woman protagonist compelling.
Presenter: Pria Rai.
(Photo: Tomahawk Land Attack Missile (TLAM) is launched from the guided missile cruiser USS Cape St. George, March 23, 2003. Credit: U.S. Navy/Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Kenneth Moll/Reuters)
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