Russia

The Wall Street Journal condemns the accusations and is demanding Gershkovich's release.

In a social media statement WEX says that as Russia's war on Ukraine has continued, with no solution in sight, "we reevaluated our relationship with LukOil, and have decided to discontinue this relationship."

Chris Gardner, executive director of the Eastport Port Authority, said Tuesday that the request was denied “for a myriad of reasons.”

Angus King says that Vladimir Putin has grossly underestimated the resistance of the Ukrainian people, as well as a unified western alliance that has already deployed sanctions to cripple the Russian economy.

While they universally support sending weapons to Ukraine, delegation members also acknowledged that doing much more militarily — including imposition of a “no-fly” zone above the country — could spark a world war.

Gov. Janet Mills today said that Maine is standing with the people of Ukraine as Russia invades the country, and she asked state liquor stores and restaurants to remove Russian-made spirits.

Maine Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins says the United States should quickly use available sanctions against Russia for its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Collins was speaking at the University of Maine Composites Center alongside independent U.S. Angus King, who suggested that Russia will soon face more sanctions.

In this week's Pulse: Maine's federal lawmakers condemn Russian invasion, Mills’ utility accountability bill faces stiff opposition, King calls attention to the Arctic, legislators delve into budget surplus, and the future of hybrid meetings in state government.

Members of Maine's delegation say they're supportive of President Joe Biden's decision to issue an initial round of sanctions against Russia for sending troops into parts of Ukraine.

Donald Trump Jr. tweeted images of emails regarding his 2016 meeting with a Russian lawyer on Tuesday. An intermediary said he could connect Trump Jr.…