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Trump says he is prepared to stay as Peace Council chair for life
Trump says he is open to staying as Peace Council chair for life after his presidency, citing growing donor support and Putin-linked funding options ahead.
Macron declines Trump’s Peace Council invite; Putin invited and weighing the proposal
France and Russia issued markedly different responses to a newly proposed international body that U.S. President Donald Trump has dubbed the “Peace Council.” The event is unfolding at a time when global actors are already recalibrating how multilateral efforts are…
Zelensky and Putin: A Potential Phone Call Signals a Shift in Diplomacy
Explore the potential for a historic phone call between Ukraine’s Zelensky and Russia’s Putin, following renewed diplomatic efforts and a proposed peace plan.
UK Imposes New Sanctions After Inquiry Finds Putin Ordered Novichok Attack
Following a landmark UK inquiry that found Russian President Vladimir Putin personally ordered the 2018 Novichok nerve agent attack on ex-spy Sergei Skripal, Britain has announced new sanctions targeting Russian military intelligence. The findings mark a decisive escalation in diplomatic…
Putin’s Calculated Moves: How Moscow Shapes the Ukraine Peace Talks in 2025
As fierce fighting rages in eastern Ukraine, Vladimir Putin strategically influences peace negotiations, challenging Western and Ukrainian positions and shaping the diplomatic landscape in 2025.
Putin Signals Openness to US Peace Plan for Ukraine Amid Trump-Imposed Deadline
Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that the US’s 28-point peace proposal could serve as the foundation for ending the war in Ukraine, even as Ukraine faces intense pressure from Washington and a looming deadline set by Donald Trump.
Putin Signals Deepening Russia-North Korea Alliance Amid Ukraine War
Vladimir Putin assures North Korea that their strategic partnership is progressing, as both nations expand military and economic cooperation to support Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Russia Claims 5,000 Sq Km Seized in Ukraine as Peace Hopes Fade
Russian officials assert a significant territorial gain in Ukraine for 2025, as diplomatic efforts for peace falter. The Kremlin touts its military advances, while the international community raises concerns over the escalating conflict and civilian impact.
Putin Faces Nuclear Dilemma as Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Russian Heartland
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure have penetrated deep into the country, testing Moscow’s military doctrine and raising new questions about Vladimir Putin’s nuclear strategy.
Putin’s Nuclear Offer: Russia Proposes One-Year Extension to US Arms Limits
Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a one-year extension of nuclear warhead limits under the New START treaty with the United States, aiming to prevent a strategic arms race as the landmark agreement nears expiration.
Russia Faces Veterans’ Reckoning as Ukraine War Drags On
As Russia’s war in Ukraine persists, the looming return of hundreds of thousands of combat veterans exposes profound social, psychological, and political strains, while Western intelligence claims Putin remains uninterested in peace.
MI6 Unveils Digital Espionage Portal as Chief Warns of Putin’s Relentless War
Britain’s MI6 launches the ‘Silent Courier’ dark web portal to recruit spies, as outgoing chief Sir Richard Moore warns of Putin’s unwavering stance on Ukraine. The agency pivots to high-tech methods and urges caution, reflecting a shifting global intelligence landscape.
Zelenskyy Rejects Putin’s Moscow Invitation, Calls Kyiv the Meeting Ground
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invitation to meet in Moscow, citing ongoing missile attacks and calling Kyiv the appropriate place for talks.
Ukraine War: Water Crisis, Starlink Threats, and Peace Talks Stalemate
The Ukraine war sees critical water shortages in Donetsk, threats to Starlink’s continuation, and faltering peace talks between Zelenskyy and Putin.
Trump’s Two-Week Ultimatum: A Gamble for Ukraine Peace
As the Ukraine-Russia war continues, President Trump sets a two-week deadline for a Putin-Zelensky peace summit. Will his ultimatum lead to diplomacy or deepen tensions?