Congress passed so few laws this year that we explained them all in 1,000 words
Lawmakers didn't have a very productive year, but they did manage to pass 27 pieces of legislation. Here's what the laws accomplish.
Ukraine
Ukraine gets a boost toward EU membership, but Hungary blocks an aid deal
The aid package for Ukraine was vetoed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The EU did approve opening membership negotiations with Ukraine and its neighbor Moldova.
A program helps Ukraine's veterans find sexual healing after the trauma of war
More than 120,000 Ukrainian soldiers, men and women, have been injured since Russia's invasion last year. A program helps service members reclaim intimacy and desire, a vital part of healing.
These are some Christmas traditions around the world, from fistfights to KFC
Some of these traditions' origin stories and how they are implemented can vary by region or households, but they nonetheless help bring holiday cheer to those who celebrate.
Ukraine is trying to keep its lights on this winter. Russia aims to turn them off
Utility workers have raced to repair Ukraine's damaged energy grid. Russia has resumed targeted attacks on Ukraine's energy system — and parts of it may be more vulnerable than ever, experts warn.
Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?
The targeting of hospitals and medical workers is a fact of modern warfare — in Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Gaza and Israel. International law say such attacks are unacceptable. Are there any consequences?
With an inconclusive counteroffensive, Ukraine looks toward an anxious winter
Ukraine's government acknowledges the gains in its most recent counteroffensive have been small. And it worries Western allies are distracted by the war between Israel and Hamas.
Putin will seek another presidential term, aiming to extend his grip on Russia
Vladimir Putin moved to prolong his repressive and unyielding presidency for at least another six years, announcing his candidacy in the election next March that he is all but certain to win.
Senate fails to advance Ukraine aid despite dire warnings from Biden
Republicans blocked a procedural vote on a national security funding bill over demands for additional border security measures.
The U.S. is running out of money for Ukraine, the White House warns
Kyiv's war effort to defend itself from Russia's invasion may grind to a halt without tens of billions of dollars in military and economic assistance, the Biden administration told Congress.