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War in Ukraine
Orbán Urges Zelensky to Reopen Druzhba Pipeline in Open Letter
Hungary’s prime minister accused Ukraine of endangering his country’s energy security and called for the immediate reopening of the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Feb. 26, 2026
War in Ukraine
From Coffins to Crematoriums: Russia’s Funeral Industry Booms as Mortality Rises
The growing death toll has translated into expansion in the funeral services market.
Feb. 26, 2026
War in Ukraine
US-Ukraine Talks to Open in Geneva After Overnight Russian Strikes
The meeting will bring together Ukraine’s lead negotiator Rustem Umerov and Trump envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, with a full trilateral session involving Russia expected in early March.
Feb. 26, 2026
NATO
Nawrocki: Russia Sees NATO and Poland as ‘Main Enemy’ in ‘Civilizational War’ Against West
Nawrocki also warned that Russia is increasingly cooperating with China and forming a broader bloc of states that could challenge the West’s notion of the international order.
Feb. 25, 2026
Russia
Switzerland to Implement ‘Complete Ban’ on Russian Gas
The Swiss Federal Council said it would end the purchase and import of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) from April 25, in line with the EU’s latest package of sanctions.
Feb. 25, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky and Trump Hold Call Ahead of US-Ukraine Talks in Geneva
Presidents Zelensky and Trump spoke as US and Ukrainian officials prepare for bilateral negotiations in Geneva. Zelensky said Trump supports a plan to hold trilateral talks with Russia in March.
Feb. 25, 2026
Germany
Suspect in Pro-Russian Politician’s Shooting Detained in Germany
A close ally of former President Viktor Yanukovych, Portnov fled to Russia in the wake of the 2014 Maidan revolution, before being killed in Spain ten years later.
Feb. 25, 2026
Germany
German MPs Approve Military Drones Deal With Start-ups Stark, Helsing
The defense ministry said the attack drones are expected to be deployed by 2027 to Lithuania, where Germany is stationing a brigade to deter Russia and bolster NATO’s defenses.
Feb. 25, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Hosts Ghana’s Top Diplomat as Kyiv Warns of Russian Recruitment in Africa
Accra is seeking the release of two citizens captured in Ukraine after being lured into Russia’s military, as both countries explore the possibility of deepening political and economic ties.
Feb. 25, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine, France to Launch Joint Defense-Tech Startup Grant Program
Ukrainian defense-tech cluster Brave1 and the French Defense Innovation Agency will launch the grant program "Brave France" in Q2 2026.
Feb. 25, 2026
Hungary
Orbán Orders Protection of Energy Sites, Alleges Ukraine Planning ‘Further Actions’
Hungary’s PM said he ordered tighter protection of key energy infrastructure, alleging Kyiv may try to disrupt the country’s energy system beyond the Druzhba pipeline dispute.
Feb. 25, 2026
US
OPINION: Hungarian Elections as a Read Out to US Midterms?
US midterms and Hungary’s April vote could reshape democracy, EU unity, and Ukraine’s war.
Feb. 25, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ghana FM in Kyiv Urges Ukraine to Release 2 Ghanaian POWs
Ukraine said that more than 1,780 citizens from 36 African countries – including Ghana – had been identified among Russia’s ranks, and that some of them had been captured.
Feb. 25, 2026
Ukraine
Count of Russian Soldiers, Officers Confirmed Killed in Ukraine Passes 200,000
The actual number of Russian service members that lost their lives in Ukraine may well be double the confirmed figure, most sources say.
Feb. 25, 2026
Russia
Ukrainian Drone Strike on Russian Chemical Plant in Smolensk Kills 4, Injures 10
The plant, owned by Russia’s Acron Group, produces nitrogen fertilizers, including ammonium nitrate, which is a key ingredient in making industrial-grade explosives.
Feb. 25, 2026
Germany
Germany’s Merz Arrives in China For Talks on Trade, Security
Berlin and Beijing want to build on their decades-old economic ties at a time when US President Trump has sparked global chaos with his tariffs blitz and other foreign policy moves.
Feb. 25, 2026
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