World
Russia
On Moscow Streets, Trump’s Peace Promises Dismissed Ahead of Inauguration
Russians in Moscow doubt Trump can quickly end the Ukraine conflict, with many skeptical about his peace promises.
Jan. 18, 2025
Russia
Ukrainian Intel Drones Strike Russia’s Oil Depot in Tula, Igniting Fire, Sources Say
Ukrainian intelligence drones targeted an oil depot in Russia’s Tula region, 500 km from the border, causing a large fire despite Russian claims of successful air defense.
Jan. 18, 2025
Russia
Ukrainian Drone Sparks Fire at Russian Industrial Site
A Ukrainian drone attack sparked a fire at an industrial site in Lyudinovo, Russia, about 170 km from the border.
Jan. 18, 2025
ISW
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, January 17, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on January 17, 2025
Jan. 18, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: Washington Insider – How Biden’s Team Fumbled Ukraine
Amid a litany of missed chances and missteps, the Biden administration’s policy blunders and hesitant strategies shaped the US response to Putin’s war against Ukraine.
Jan. 17, 2025
Europe
OPINION: Europe Needs a Plan B, and C on Trump and Russia
The best option would be to convince Trump of how important Ukraine and European defense are to US interests. But in the worst case, Europe can align more closely with China.
Jan. 17, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Captures North Korean Soldiers Fighting for Russia – What We Know
On January 9, 2025, Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces detained two North Korean troops in the Kursk region, marking the first verifiable evidence of Pyongyang’s direct involvement in the war.
Jan. 17, 2025
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Says Moscow Struck IDP Shelter in Russia’s Kursk
Around 100 civilians who had fled fighting were at the facility, mainly women and children, at the time of the attack, Kyiv reported
Jan. 17, 2025
Zelensky
Which Foreign Leaders Are Invited to Trump’s Inauguration?
The guest list for Donald Trump’s unconventional inauguration includes many populist politicians while omitting a number of serving centrist figures in Europe.
Jan. 17, 2025
Russia
Russia Sentences Navalny Lawyers to Years Behind Bars
UIA International Lawyers Association indicated that pressure on defense lawyers is destroying what little is left of the rule of law in Russia.
Jan. 17, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: For the Record – Comments from Biden, NATO Secretary General
Here’s your daily selection of notable comments made in the media concerning the war in Ukraine.
Jan. 17, 2025
Trump
Trump Reportedly Eyes Oil Sanctions as Leverage for Ukraine Peace Deal
The incoming US administration is considering good-faith measures to ease sanctions if things move forward. Or, if not, then harder sanctions to pressure Moscow, sources say.
Jan. 17, 2025
US
ANALYSIS: Biden’s Security Assistance to Ukraine Record – A Mixed Bag
Not exactly the ‘Arsenal of Democracy’ anymore – but still, America got some stuff right.
Jan. 17, 2025
US
World Briefing: January 17, 2025
The world in focus, as seen by Canadian leading global affairs analyst Michael Bociurkiw in a quick review of the biggest news in international media today.
Jan. 17, 2025
Russia
Russia and Iran to Sign ‘Partnership’ Pact
The agreement comes just three days before Iran-hawk Donald Trump enters the White House and as Moscow and Tehran seek to formalise their close relationship.
Jan. 17, 2025
Ukraine
EBRD Prioritizes Infrastructure and Energy Security for Planned €1.5 Billion 2025 Investment in Ukraine
Despite finding the planning of investments in Ukraine difficult, EBRD’s plans for the coming year are steady, according to an interview with the bank’s representative by Bloomberg.
Jan. 17, 2025
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