Eastern Europe
Europe
EU Council Urges Georgian Dream to Release Unjustly Detained Politicians, Journalists, Activists
EU officials said their criticism is directed at the government’s actions, not at the Georgian people, and have reaffirmed support for Georgia’s European aspirations.
Dec. 17, 2025
Belarus
Belarusian Spyware Targets Journalists
Spyware discovered by a Reporters Without Borders investigation indicates that the Belarus regime has for years been covertly accessing journalists’ communications.
Dec. 17, 2025
Ukraine
US Lawmaker Pushes Bold Sanctions Strategy: ‘If They Can Seize Venezuelan Tanker, Why Not Russian One?’
Senator Sheldon Whitehouse frames Ukraine’s success as a global test, calls for aggressive enforcement of sanctions against Russia’s shadow fleet at Brookings event.
Dec. 17, 2025
Ukraine
Sanctions Worked, Western Caution Didn’t: European Diplomats Regret ‘Lost Momentum’ in Stopping Russia Early
European ambassadors in Washington say fear of escalation slowed pressure on Moscow – giving Russia time to adapt and prolong its war in Ukraine.
Dec. 17, 2025
Ukraine
Trump’s ‘Article 5-Lite’ for Ukraine Is Dead End, New Report Warns
A Washington think tank argues that vague security promises won’t stop Putin – advocating instead for an “armed nonalignment” model to secure Kyiv’s future.
Dec. 17, 2025
Kremlin
Putin Signs Law Confiscating ‘Ownerless’ Homes in Occupied Ukraine
The new law says authorities may allocate the seized properties as official housing for civil servants, military personnel, officials, law enforcement officers, teachers, and doctors.
Dec. 17, 2025
Germany
Kremlin Says Euro Involvement ‘Does Not Bode Well’ for Peace Plan
Moscow complains it has not been made aware of any outcomes of the Berlin talks between US and European envoys, so it cannot speculate on when next round of negotiations involving Russia may occur.
Dec. 17, 2025
Zelensky
Belarus Opposition Leader Tsikhanouskaya Praises Zelensky After Prisoner Release
Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya thanked Kyiv for taking in high-profile political prisoners recently released by Belarus.
Dec. 16, 2025
Zelensky
Zelensky Holds Video Call With Belarusian Political Prisoners Released in Swap
During the video call, the released Belarusians voiced support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion, and said they were ready to help Ukraine internationally.
Dec. 16, 2025
Ukraine
Russia Says Deal Is Near – But Demands Territory, Rejects NATO Presence
As Moscow’s deputy foreign minister signals readiness for an agreement, sharp divisions between Kyiv and Moscow remain over land, security guarantees and Western troops.
Dec. 16, 2025
Ukraine
Moscow Must Feel Pain: Ex-Ambassador Warns Peace Won’t Come Without Pressure
In an interview with Kyiv Post, Ambassador Steven Pifer backs emerging security guarantees for Ukraine and warns against recognizing Russian land grabs.
Dec. 16, 2025
Russia
Thousands Hold Fresh Anti-Government Protest in Slovakia
Katarina Kosegyova, a 60-year-old employee, said she joined the protest to stand up against the government which “is pulling us towards Russia”.
Dec. 16, 2025
US Officials Say Ukraine Peace Talks Made ‘Real Progress,’ With Security Guarantees at Core
Washington reports “platinum standard” guarantees proposed. White House signals readiness to seek Senate approval.
Dec. 15, 2025
Russia
EU Targets 9 New Players Behind Russia’s Shadow Fleet
The EU has sanctioned five individuals and four companies over Russia’s shadow fleet, aiming to block covert oil exports that fund Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Dec. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Security First: Ukraine Signals Flexibility, US Reports ‘Grinding’ Peace Progress in Berlin, as Talks Continue
Kyiv is willing to make major concessions, including over NATO, but analysts stress the peace effort hinges on Washington committing to a genuine pressure campaign against Moscow.
Dec. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Berlin Showdown: West Faces Test on Security Guarantees
Berlin talks spotlight deep divides between European powers and the US over Ukraine’s future
Dec. 14, 2025
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