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War in Ukraine
Putin Envoy Claims ‘Deal Close’ on War With US and Ukraine Despite Sanctions
Kremlin envoy claimed that Russia, the US, and Ukraine are nearing a diplomatic deal to end the war, even as Putin refuses concessions and new US sanctions take effect.
Oct. 25, 2025
Corruption
Former Georgian PM Garibashvili Charged With Money Laundering, Banned From Leaving Country
The investigation is seen as part of an orchestrated internal “clean-up” within the Georgian Dream party.
Oct. 25, 2025
Europe
Lithuania Shuts Belarus Border as Balloons Force Closure of Two Busiest Airports
Officials said “tens of balloons” had been spotted on the radar in Lithuanian skies, leading to the closure of both Vilnius and Kaunas airports.
Oct. 25, 2025
Ukraine
‘Blood Money’ to Pay: US Lawmakers Demand Moscow Foot the Bill for Ukraine Aid
Bipartisan push in Congress seeks to unlock frozen Russian assets for Kyiv’s defense and reconstruction, setting up mandatory quarterly payments of at least $250m.
Oct. 25, 2025
Ukraine
‘Weaponized Interdependence’ – Trump to Apply Trade Pressure on Xi to Starve Kremlin War Machine
US President will use tariff threat in Asia mission to force China to abandon cheap Russian energy, with sanctions push a “significant shift” in Ukraine strategy
Oct. 25, 2025
Trump
Trump Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Caribbean Amid Escalating US-Venezuela Tensions
The Pentagon said on Friday that the deployment will bolster US efforts to end the illegal drug trade – but it has fueled anxieties about military escalation in the region.
Oct. 24, 2025
Europe
‘Defending the Country Is Crucial’ – Croatia Reinstates Conscription Over European Security Concerns
Croatia’s parliament on Friday passed a law that will see thousands of men undergo mandatory military training each year.
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
‘Your Security Is Our Security’ – EU Reparations Loan, Long-range Missiles, Energy, Sanctions Discussed at London Summit
The latest Coalition of the Willing meeting intensified pressure on the EU to adopt proposals for a loan to Ukraine by the end of the year backed by Russian assets frozen in Europe.
Oct. 24, 2025
Russia
Six British Men Jailed by London Court For Wagner-linked Arson, Kidnapping Plot
Handing down the sentences, Old Bailey judge Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb said that the plot was part of a “planned campaign of terrorism and sabotage” by Russia.
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
Ukrainian Identity, Freedom, and the Power of Storytelling
Ambassador Natalka Cmoc talks with Andrey Kurkov on Ukrainian identity, freedom, and how literature tells the truth and inspires resilience in wartime.
Oct. 24, 2025
Zelensky
King Charles Hosts Zelensky Ahead of London Meeting on Ukraine Missiles
The Ukrainian national anthem played at Windsor Castle, where Zelensky met King Charles for their third meeting this year.
Oct. 24, 2025
Energy
No Let Up in Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries
“Drone sanctions” – Ukraine’s latest catch-phrase for the actions it is taking using long-range UAV attacks that result in Russian fuel production cuts and hour-long queues at filling stations.
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
London Summit: Starmer Pushes Allies for More Long-Range Missiles as Zelensky Arrives
With Trump imposing new oil sanctions, the Coalition of the Willing seeks to free up Russian assets, step up pressure on Moscow.
Oct. 24, 2025
Russia
‘Good Rockets Mean Good Candies’ – Kremlin Propagandist Says Russia’s Image Relies on Weapons
The head of Russia’s Channel One Konstantin Ernst said the country should build its global image on the strength of its defense industry.
Oct. 24, 2025
Ukraine
Moscow War Machine ‘Would Look Like Garbage’ Without China, US Experts Say
Atlantic Council experts warn Russia’s military capability is now wholly dependent on a ‘controversial alliance’ with Beijing, Tehran, and Pyongyang.
Oct. 24, 2025
US
‘Let’s See in 6 Months’ – Trump Challenges Putin’s Defiance Over Biting Sanctions
The US president appeared to disparage Putin’s dismissal of fresh sanctions against Russian oil, as key Senators demand total energy ban and long-range Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine.
Oct. 24, 2025
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