Ukraine

President Trump signed H.R. 3364 (2 August 2017)

On 2 August 2017, President Donald Trump signed H.R. 3364, the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act, which included provisions related to sanctions on Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The law, specifically in sections 253 and 257, reaffirmed the United States’ policy of not recognizing territorial changes effected by force, including Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea. These sections explicitly stated that the U.S. “does not recognize territorial changes effected by force” and will “never recognize the illegal annexation of Crimea by the Government of the Russian Federation or the separation of any portion of Ukrainian territory through the use of military force.”

Hope for Ukraine Responds to Deadly Attack on Kyiv

August 1, 2025

In the wake of a devastating attack on Kyiv that claimed the lives of numerous civilians, Hope for Ukraine has issued a strong statement urging decisive international action.

Yuriy Boyechko, CEO of Hope for Ukraine, emphasized the urgency of the situation and outlined three key steps the United States and its allies must take to help prevent further casualties and pressure Russia toward a ceasefire:

Public Condemnation: “The U.S. must publicly condemn—at the highest level, whether by the State Department or the President—the attack on Kyiv last night that claimed so many civilian lives,” Boyechko said.
Immediate Military Aid: He called on the U.S. to “immediately announce a new shipment of military aid to Ukraine” to support the country’s defense.
Use of Frozen Russian Assets: Finally, Boyechko urged the U.S. and the EU to authorize the use of frozen Russian assets to fund military support for Ukraine. “This third move would send the strongest possible message to the Kremlin that the U.S. and EU are no longer playing games—and that Ukraine will be defended with resources taken directly from Russian frozen assets.”

Hope for Ukraine continues to advocate for policies that protect civilians and uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty amid ongoing aggression.

For media inquiries or further information, please contact:
Gabriella Ramirez
Executive Assistant, Hope for Ukraine

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Dombrovskis: reconstruction can be financed with Russian assets

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Russia will collapse

The article argues that Russia’s collapse is imminent due to its dire financial situation, weakened military, internal ethnic tensions, and growing separatist movements, with regions on its periphery likely to demand autonomy or secede, potentially leading to the dissolution of the Russian Federation.

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Time For Maximum Support For Ukraine Now

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