Alleged coconspirators be in the works . Also tonight, were learning that western hopes for ukraines counteroffensive are fading right now as officials receive very sobering updates on the fight to retake territory from russia. Ill get reaction from key white house official john kirby. And in the president ial race, Florida Governor ron desantis boots his Campaign Manager in an ongoing shakeup, replacing her with a trusted adviser as his bid for the gop nomination keeps on struggling. We want to welcome our viewers here in the United States and around the world. Im wolf blitzer. Youre in the Situation Room. This is cnn Breaking News. Lets get right to the Breaking News on a key hearing in the January 6th Criminal Prosecution of donald trump. Were joined by our Senior Legal Affairs correspondent paula reid. So what are we hearing tonight from the judge whos overseeing this critically important case . Wolf, the Rocket Docket continues here in d. C. The judge who will oversee the January
Ukrainian soldiers face daunting challenges as they battle better-armed Russian forces. Devastating Russian aerial glide bombs, out of reach of Ukraine s air defenses, are targeting their positions, forcing retreats from villages and defensive lines weakened by relentless shelling. Ukraine is scrambling to build fortifications, but bureaucracy, lack of equipment, and ongoing attacks hinder progress. The delayed US aid package aims to bolster Ukraine s defenses, but until then, Russia continues to exploit vulnerabilities.
Ukraine s army chief acknowledged a worsening battlefield situation as Russian forces seized another village in the east, gaining ground with superior manpower and ammunition. Ukrainian troops retreated to new defensive lines near Donetsk, facing heavy fighting and tactical setbacks. Despite US approval of a $61 billion aid package, including weapons, Kyiv faces challenges with Russia s advancing troops. President Zelensky stressed the urgent need for Patriot anti-missile systems, anticipating a tough period ahead in mid-May to early June.