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Propaganda
Putin Wants to Address the ‘Root Causes’ of His Invasion
As the possibility of talks in Turkey between Ukraine and Russia continue, the Kremlin complains of NATO encroachment, boosting its disinformation game to cover for its own unprovoked invasion.
May 12, 2025
Corruption
‘A Gift From Jihadists in Suits’ – US Scrutinizes Qatari Gift of ‘Flying Palace’ to Trump
The US Constitution prohibits elected officials from accepting gifts “from any King, Prince or foreign State” in the emoluments clause, but Trump plans to keep jet after his tenure anyway.
May 12, 2025
Ukraine
Is a Ceasefire Imminent? Inside the Unprecedented Global Pressure Campaign on Putin
From the Vatican to Beijing, Istanbul to Brussels, and Washington: In the last 24 hours, diplomacy has moved at breakneck speed – and the pressure on the Kremlin is nearing a tipping point.
May 11, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: How the EU and Ukraine Can Increase Trade Relations Amid US Tariffs
American tariffs on international goods have caused global uncertainty. Increased trade between the European Union and Ukraine can help mitigate these economic effects.
May 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Never Again War!’ – Pope Leo XIV Calls for ‘Just and Lasting Peace’ in Ukraine
Pope Leo XIV has commented on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – this time as the Pope after his comments in 2022.
Updated: May 11, 2025
Germany
Germany’s Conservative New Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Merz has pledged to reboot his country’s economy, strengthen the threadbare armed forces and curb irregular immigration - all with the aim of building a “Germany we can be proud of again”.
May 11, 2025
Ukraine
Hungary Arrests Ex-Ukrainian Diplomat in Broad Daylight as Tensions Soar
The highly publicized arrest filmed in downtown Budapest came as the tensions between Kyiv and Budapest reached an all-time high after the former accused the latter of staging an invasion.
May 11, 2025
Ukraine
New Pope Denounced Russia’s ‘Imperialist’ Invasion of Ukraine in Old Interview
Pope Leo XIV’s condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 marks a stark contrast compared to his predecessor’s stance, which viewed the invasion more as a conflict between two parties.
May 11, 2025
Europe
Joint Statement by European Leaders Meeting in Kyiv
Joint Statement by the Leaders of France, Germany, Poland, the United Kingdom, and Ukraine Following the Meeting in Kyiv on May 10.
May 11, 2025
Germany
Germany Scales Back Transparency on Ukraine Military Aid
New German Chancellor reaffirms Germany’s support for Ukraine, but says it will be more discreet about the details.
May 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, May 10, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on May 10, 2025
May 11, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ukraine’s Allies Set Ultimatum for Ceasefire, Macron Says US Commits to Monitor Truce
A coalition of the willing that arrived in Kyiv has called for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire after a phone call with Donald Trump. Ukraine agrees. Everyone is awaiting Russia’s response.
Updated: May 10, 2025
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: How Well Understood Is Ukraine in the West?
For centuries, Ukraine has been viewed by the West as a sub-category of Russia. Only now is the West realizing what a fatal misunderstanding this is – and how Moscow is taking advantage of it.
May 10, 2025
Top News
Summary of the Week | May 10, 2025 — Hungarian Spies Caught, Pope Elected, Ukraine Strikes Back
Air strikes, spy-catchers and a new pope – here’s your full summary of the week in Ukraine, as of May 10, 2025.
May 10, 2025
Putin
Suspected Putin Assassin-Blackmailer Blown Up, in Coma – a Mishap or a Message?
The apartment of an electrician scheduled to be working in Putin’s residence outside of Moscow blew up. Russian media channels are fueling a frenzy of conspiracy theories.
May 10, 2025
9 May: What Message is Moscow Sending?
Here’s what people are saying about Moscow’s parade.
May 10, 2025
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