Russia and Ukraine News

May 12, 2026, 16:57
EuropePolitics

Introduction

Russia and Ukraine are fighting. Russia wants to talk, but Ukraine is stronger in the war.

Main Body

Russia says the war will end soon. President Putin wants Gerhard Schröder to help with peace. The European Union (EU) said no. They do not trust Mr. Schröder because he works with Russian companies. Ukraine is fighting more now. They attack Russian trucks and soldiers. They also hit Russian factories far away. A German leader says Russia is now weak. Russia and Armenia are also angry. Russia says the EU is taking power in Armenia. President Putin says Armenia can vote to leave Russia's group. The leader of Armenia says there is no vote.

Conclusion

The leaders do not agree. Ukraine continues to attack Russian buildings.

Learning

⚡ The 'Action' Word Pattern

In this story, we see how to describe things happening right now or regularly.

1. The "S" Secret When one person or group does something, add an -s to the action word:

  • Russia wants → (One country)
  • Putin says → (One man)
  • Ukraine continues → (One country)

2. The "No-S" Rule When many people do something, the action word stays simple:

  • They attack → (Many people)
  • They do not trust → (Many people)

3. Useful Word Pairs (Opposites)

  • Stronger →\rightarrow Weak
  • Agree →\rightarrow Angry

Quick Tip: Use "They" when talking about the EU or soldiers. Use "It" or the name of the country for Russia or Ukraine.

Vocabulary Learning

war (n.)
A prolonged armed conflict between countries or groups.
Example:The war between Russia and Ukraine has caused many problems.
talk (v.)
To speak with someone about something.
Example:Russia wants to talk with Ukraine about ending the fighting.
peace (n.)
A state of calm and no fighting.
Example:President Putin hopes for peace after the war.
trust (v.)
To believe that someone is reliable or honest.
Example:They do not trust Mr. Schröder because he works with Russian companies.
attack (v.)
To strike or assault with force.
Example:Ukraine continues to attack Russian buildings.