World
Putin
Putin Says ‘Deliberately’ Curbing Economic Growth
The Russian president downplayed fears of recession, calling Russia’s slowing GDP growth a “deliberate” move to fend off inflation, as sources spoke of looming tax hikes.
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
Fugitive Banker Jan Marsalek Resurfaces – on Russia’s Front Line
While previous reports suggested one of Europe’s most wanted conmen had settled in Moscow, recent reports indicate that he had been fighting in Ukraine while working for the Russian intelligence.
Sept. 18, 2025
Ukraine
‘He’s Really Let Me Down’ – Trump Accuses Putin of Betrayal, Hints at New Strategy
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes the US President’s “personal commitment to bring peace” but stresses need for “strong security guarantees” for Ukraine
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
‘Missile Fired by Our Aircraft’: Poland Confirms Interceptor Damaged Residential Building During Russian Drone Raid
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the drone incursion a “large-scale provocation” by Russia and said Moscow is ultimately responsible for the incident.
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
UK Arrests 3 Alleged Russian Spies
The three are accused of assisting a foreign intelligence service, with authorities confirming the country involved is Russia, though the nature of their role remains unclear.
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
Russia, China Deny Disinformation Attacks Exploiting Charlie Kirk’s Killing
Spokesmen for both Russia’s US embassy and China’s foreign ministry were quick to reject accusations that they were spreading disinformation about the assassination.
Sept. 18, 2025
War in Ukraine
Putin Ousts Longtime Ally Who Counseled for Peace With Ukraine
In a signal that he is resolved to continue the war Putin has removed Dmitry Kozak a close ally since the 1990s, who urged for peace talks with Ukraine and opposed the 2022 invasion.
Sept. 18, 2025
Hamas
Ground Offensive in Gaza City: the End of Diplomacy?
The EU has called for a stop to the ‘cycle of violence, destruction and suffering,’ while US Secretary of State Rubio has expressed doubts that the Gaza war can be ended through diplomatic means.
Sept. 18, 2025
Europe
Ukraine to Get Patriot, HIMARS Missiles Under New US-Backed PURL Program
The initiative, called the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), allows allies to fund American-made weapons for Kyiv based on a list of urgent needs.
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
Glitter and Soviet Nostalgia: Russia Revives Eurovision Rival Contest
Originally a festival for the Soviet Union, Intervision is returning as a soft-power tool, heavy on anti-Western narratives with Moscow banished from Eurovision over its Ukraine offensive.
Sept. 18, 2025
Europe
Zelensky: End the War or Find $120B to Hold Off Russia – Ukraine’s Two Options
Zelensky said he hopes to end the war but admitted it’s “a challenge.” Ukraine needs $120B to keep fighting Russia, with half from its budget and half still expected from partners.
Sept. 18, 2025
Russia
ANALYSIS: Zapad 2025: Russia-Belarusian Military Drills Stoked Fears but Delivered Little Punch
Rather than being a show of force that would induce serious Western knee-trembling, Zapad, which ran from September 12-16, proved to be somewhat half-baked.
Sept. 18, 2025
Ukraine
‘Tyranny Once Again Threatens Europe’ – King Charles Links US-UK Bond to Backing Ukraine
In a clear message at the state dinner, King Charles links the shared history of the US and UK to their ongoing support for Kyiv, telling Trump, “We and our allies stand together.”
Sept. 18, 2025
Europe
Confront Putin, Engage Trump: Europe Must Walk Fine Line, Says Former US Envoy
In an interview with Kyiv Post, Mark Gitenstein, former US Ambassador to EU, says the bloc’s best strategy is to stand firm against Russia while appealing to Donald Trump’s shared security concerns
Sept. 18, 2025
Russian War Crimes
Yale Report Shows Russia Trafficked Ukrainian Children to Over 200 Facilities
Humanitarian Research Lab researchers found evidence of the militarization of Ukrainian children at nearly one in five of the sites included in the report.
Sept. 17, 2025
Ukraine
MITS Capital Unites Ukraine’s Defense Tech Leaders Under MITS Industries Umbrella
Defense tech companies are united under one roof in five key segments – the firm is forecasted to employ more than 1,000 employees and earn $200 million in 2026.
Sept. 17, 2025
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