Eastern Europe
Ukraine
‘Putin Told Me’ – Trump’s Trust Test as Russia Revives Familiar Playbook
The US president’s offhand comment outside Mar-a-Lago rippled through Washington and Europe, reviving old questions about whom he believes – and what that means for the war in Ukraine.
Dec. 30, 2025
Ukraine
Trump Admin Pushes UN Humanitarian Overhaul, Ties Aid to Peacemaking
Geneva rollout frames reform as cost-cutting, leverage-building and conflict-ending – not just aid delivery.
Dec. 30, 2025
Ukraine
Russian Worker Loses Baseless Discrimination Case in Alabama as Putin’s War Looms in Background
US Circuit upholds Walmart win, ruling that an isolated Ukraine war comment and denied New Year’s Eve leave don’t constitute discrimination or retaliation
Dec. 30, 2025
US
‘The Whole Idea Is Absurd’ – Former US Ambassador to Kyiv Asks Why Trump Believes Putin at All
Former chief of mission Bridget Brink says there is no evidence of reported attack on Putin’s residence, and pans Trump for believing a word the Russian “brutal dictator” says in general.
Dec. 30, 2025
Russia
Poland to Deploy €2bn Anti-Drone Systems Within Two Years
The move comes as drone incursions into European airspace have intensified since September.
Dec. 29, 2025
War in Ukraine
26 Ukrainian Journalists Still Held by Russia in 2025
Amid the ongoing war, reporters imprisoned in Russia often face torture and death. In the meantime, advocacy groups continue to push for their release.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
‘Two Questions Remain’: Zelensky on Conditions for Peace After Trump Meeting
Returning to Ukraine after meeting with Donald Trump, President Zelensky spoke about conditions for peace, the introduction of foreign troops, and the latest reparations situation.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Outlines the Terms of a Peace Agreement
According to Zelensky, to implement the peace plan, a referendum is needed, preceded by a 60 day ceasefire, along with ratification of agreements by Congress, and a “prosperity package” from the US.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Asks Trump for Security Guarantees for 50 Years
The Ukrainian leader shared details of the peace talks in Mar-a-Lago, including the agreement on a peace plan, security guarantees, and more.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
Russian Military Airbase Comes Under Attack
Explosions were reported near a Russian military airbase in Maykop, a city in the northern Caucasus Mountains. Ukrainian forces had attacked the same base in October.
Dec. 29, 2025
North Korea
North Korea Reportedly Test-Fires Long-Range Cruise Missiles
Analysts say this drive is aimed at improving precision strike capabilities, challenging the United States as well as South Korea, and testing weapons before potentially exporting them to Russia.
Dec. 29, 2025
Trump
‘Thorny Issues’ – Kyiv, Moscow and Washington No Closer on Donbas Deal
After Trump talks with Putin and meets with Zelensky, Kremlin insists Kyiv should abandon Donetsk “without delay”, while Trump says that is for the invaders and defenders to “iron out”.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
Inside Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Ukraine Push: Peace Deal ‘Very Close,’ He Claims, but Final 5% Looms Large
US President dangles security guarantees, teases Kyiv visit as Zelensky claims major breakthroughs and Europe braces for the hardest decisions.
Dec. 29, 2025
Ukraine
‘Do the Right Thing’ – Florida Ukrainians Rally as Trump Hosts Zelensky for High-Stakes Ukraine Talks
Zelensky lands in Florida with a 20-point plan and a prayer as Trump hosts a summit to redraw Europe’s map–all while Russian missiles provide a grim backbeat to the Mar-a-Lago diplomacy.
Dec. 28, 2025
Ukraine
‘Make Putin the Obstacle’ – Veteran US Diplomat Outlines Strategic Guidance for Zelensky in US-Backed Peace Talks
Speaking to Kyiv Post, Daniel Fried lays out a roadmap for Zelensky to leverage the 20-point peace plan while keeping Russia in check ahead of critical talks with President Trump in Florida.
Dec. 27, 2025
Ukraine
Russia Bombards Kyiv Ahead of Trump-Zelensky Peace Talks
Missile strikes rock Ukraine’s capital hours before a high-stakes Florida meeting, highlighting how Moscow continues to press the war even as diplomatic efforts gain momentum.
Dec. 27, 2025
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