War crimes investigators need to continue building cases to haul offenders to justice.
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French bakery to open in Hallowell on Memorial Day weekend
Belle Boulangerie is owned by Ukrainian Galyna Syrota, who formerly owned a popular bakery under the same name in Sebec.
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‘I’m afraid for this country’: Ukrainians in Maine worry for their homeland, new homes
For some Ukrainians living in Maine, the country’s dire position — and the United States’ shifting attitude — create dual anxieties: While the fate of their homeland appears uncertain, so too does the political landscape of their new home.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Members of Maine’s congressional delegation lament Oval Office meltdown
They described the exchange between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance as ‘unfortunate,’ ‘disturbing’ and ’embarrassing.’
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Sen. Angus King interviewed by ‘60 Minutes’ about Ukraine support
Maine’s independent senator is expected to appear during a segment on Ukraine’s 3-year-old war with Russia that is set to air Sunday.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Angus King questions Defense pick Pete Hegseth about past comments during contentious hearing
Maine’s independent senator asked President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Pentagon about his views on women in combat, torture and the war in Ukraine.
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‘Reindeer’ volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on the front lines
The children’s wishes are published on the project’s website. Donors affectionately known as magicians then choose a letter and buy the requested gift for the ‘reindeer’ to deliver.
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U.S. announces nearly $1 billion more in weapons support for Ukraine
The latest package will include more drones and munitions for the High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, or HIMARS, that the U.S. has provided.
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Putin lowers threshold for using nuclear arsenal after U.S. arms decision for Ukraine
The new doctrine allows for a potential nuclear response by Moscow even to a conventional attack on Russia by any nation that is supported by a nuclear power.
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Biden sending aid to help Ukraine keep fighting next year, Blinken says
The almost 3-year war has shown no signs of winding down.