Abortion Bombshell; Russia Pivots in Ukraine: The Political Week in Photos

A leaked draft opinion indicating the Supreme Court was poised to overturn Roe v. Wade set off a political firestorm in the U.S., with abortion rights set to become a key issue during the midterm elections this year.

President Joe Biden urged the election of more lawmakers who support abortion rights and will seek to enshrine protections into U.S. law — although he may lack the votes to do so.

Russian forces continued to focus their attacks on the eastern part of Ukraine, including the last defenders at a steel plant in the port city of Mariupol. Diplomatic efforts to reinvigorate broader peace talks struggled for traction.