Ukraine: The Latest

Trump tells Ukraine: ‘Take back all your land... then go further’

Sep 24, 2025
Lily Shanagher, a Feature writer for The Telegraph, shares insights on American families moving to Russia for 'anti-woke' visas, driven by a quest for shared values. Oksana Pyzik, a UCL global health expert, discusses the alarming impacts of war on Ukraine's healthcare, including extensive damage to facilities and rising mental health challenges. The conversation also explores the innovative rehabilitation initiatives like 'Superhumans' that address the urgent needs of veterans, combining art therapy with reconstructive care.
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INSIGHT

Ambiguity Softens Strong Rhetoric

  • Trump's social media rhetoric mixed praise for Ukraine's resilience with phrases like 'I wish both countries well', creating ambiguity.
  • Ambiguous language leaves room for varied diplomatic interpretations and domestic political messaging.
ANECDOTE

Americans Relocate Under 'Shared Values' Visa

  • Lily Shanagher spoke to American families who sold everything and moved to Russia under the 'shared values' visa.
  • Many arrived without Russian language or contacts and sought conservative cultural communities.
ANECDOTE

Mixed Experiences Of Newcomer Families

  • Some migrants, like Joseph Schutzman, found community and set up YouTube channels celebrating family life in Russia.
  • Others, like Leo and Chantal Hare, faced scamming, language barriers, and limited school access for children.
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