Ukraine war: Zelenskyy proposes 'drone for Tomahawk' deal at White House - but Trump warns of 'escalation' US

Ukraine war: Zelenskyy proposes ‘drone for Tomahawk’ deal at White House, but Trump warns of ‘escalation’

October 18, 2025 | Washington, D.C. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the White House on Friday to press U.S. President Donald Trump on military aid, including a proposed exchange in which Ukraine would supply thousands of its domestically produced drones in return for U.S. long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles. But while discussions are underway, Trump expressed […]

Diplomatic Protest at UN General Assembly World

Moscow Rejects Western Security Guarantees for Ukraine

The Kremlin has firmly rejected proposals that foreign troops be stationed in Ukraine as part of Western security guarantees, issuing a sharp rebuff to a pledge made earlier this week by French President Emmanuel Macron and a coalition of Western allies. Macron announced on Wednesday that 26 countries had formally committed to providing security support […]

Russia Claims Major Gains in Kursk Region as Tensions Escalate Over Ukraine’s Position World

Russia Claims Major Gains in Kursk Region as Tensions Escalate Over Ukraine’s Position

In a significant development in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, Russia’s Defence Ministry announced on Tuesday that its troops had made substantial gains in the Kursk region, a critical area in Russia’s western territory. This latest push, which follows an intensification of military action, aims to expel Ukrainian forces who have held a […]

EU Leaders Unite to Fortify Defense Amid U.S. Policy Shift on Ukraine World

EU Leaders Unite to Fortify Defense Amid U.S. Policy Shift on Ukraine

EU leaders gathered in Brussels for an emergency summit to address growing concerns over Ukraine’s war effort following a significant shift in US policy under President Donald Trump. The meeting, which brought together the heads of the 27-nation bloc, was a direct response to Trump’s abrupt decision to suspend military aid and halt intelligence sharing […]

US Aligns with Russia in UN Vote and Rejects European-Backed Resolution on Ukraine Conflict World

US Aligns with Russia in UN Vote and Rejects European-Backed Resolution on Ukraine Conflict

In a move that has shocked global leaders and deepened tensions among Western allies, the United States has aligned with Russia in key United Nations votes concerning the ongoing war in Ukraine. This unexpected shift highlights a growing division between Washington and its European partners and signals a major departure from previous U.S. foreign policy. […]

Ukraine Marks 3 Years Since Russia's Invasion Amid Growing Concerns About Trump's Policy Shift World

Ukraine Marks 3 Years Since Russia’s Invasion Amid Growing Concerns About Trump’s Policy Shift

A dozen European and Canadian leaders gathered in Kyiv on Monday to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, signaling continued international support despite growing concerns about U.S. policy changes under President Trump. The delegation, which included European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, was welcomed by […]

Germany Prepares for Pivotal Snap Election Amid Political Turmoil Politics and Governance

Germany Prepares for Pivotal Snap Election Amid Political Turmoil

Germany is set to hold a snap federal election on Sunday, February 23, 2025, following the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition government. The election comes at a time of political uncertainty, with key issues such as the economy, migration, and Germany’s stance on the war in Ukraine dominating the national debate. The Christian Democratic […]

US cutting foreign aid budgets by more than 90%, Trump administration says World

Donald Trump Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ by Ukraine’s Reaction to Being Excluded from Peace Talks

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed disappointment over Ukraine’s response to being excluded from recent peace talks aimed at ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. The talks, held in Saudi Arabia, included high-ranking American and Russian officials but did not extend an invitation to Ukrainian representatives. Speaking from his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump stated […]