Both sides of the aisle in Congress seem to support more assertive action against Russia, as Moscow calls supplies of Western weapons in Ukraine 'legitimate targets'

Eccentric billionaire says he is 'absolutely serious' about fighting 69-year-old Russian leader: 'If Putin could so easily humiliate the west, then he would accept the challenge'

Eric Fingerhut, president of Jewish umbrella organization, says it will 'advocate' for the US and host communities to support Ukrainians fleeing war

Robert Mardini says a priority is arranging safe passage of civilians from conflict zones, warns of 'catastrophic' conditions and noncombatants running out of water and food

Medics in besieged city of Mariupol says mother cried out 'kill me now' as she realized she was losing her child, died shortly after

Ukrainian officials say Russian forces damaged supply lines needed to prevent radiation leaks; state power company to attempt another repair

Visiting Slovakia, FM says government ministries, financial institutions and Bank of Israel coordinating on matter; condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine

News editor Amy Spiro breaks down Ukrainian refugee caps and personal status conflicts; Palestinian affairs reporter Aaron Boxerman updates us on the controversial Citizenship Law

Andriy Yermak says he's in constant contact with Israeli National Security Adviser Eyal Hulata; another aide notes positive shift in Kyiv- Jerusalem ties

PM vows Israelis will 'embrace' Jews fleeing Russian invasion amid criticism over government's policies; says Jerusalem will continue humanitarian and diplomatic efforts