Zelensky
‘No One Recognizes These Territories as Russian’– Zelensky Welcomes Black Sea Deal but Is Concerned About Witkoff’s Stance
“No one can accuse Ukraine of not moving towards sustainable peace after this,” Zelensky said after grain passage deal is okayed, but wonders if US envoy is again parroting Kremlin talking points
March 26, 2025
Ukraine
Russia Holds Black Sea Security Deal Hostage – Demands Sanctions Relief
Meanwhile, a White House statement confirms that the US has pledged to assist Russia with agricultural exports.
March 25, 2025
Ukraine
Ukraine, US Agree on Black Sea Security – Russian Warships Must Stay East
The negotiations also resulted in an agreement to impose a complete ban on strikes against the energy infrastructure of both Ukraine and Russia.
Updated: March 25, 2025
Ukraine
OPINION: Wazzup With Witkoff?, War Crimes and Children, Buzzing Around Belgorod
Stefan Korshak, Kyiv Post’s military correspondent, shares his perspective on recent developments in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
March 25, 2025
Putin
‘War in Ukraine Will Separate Sheep From Goats’ – Vladislav Surkov
The self-proclaimed architect of “Putinism” and the “Novorossiya project” told L’Express that he sees no limits to the expansion of Russian influence in all directions.
March 24, 2025
US
JD Vance Calls Denmark ‘Not a Good Ally,’ Confirms Territorial Interest in Greenland
Reconfirming the Trump administration’s pattern of trying to strong-arm weaker allies into exploitative mineral deals, US Vice-President JD Vance criticized Denmark and Europe.
March 24, 2025
Putin
‘I Don’t Trust Putin’ - Starmer Warns Russia Could Seek to Leave Ukraine Defenseless
Starmer expressed his views on Europe’s security amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine, highlighting the importance of NATO unity and Britain’s role in ensuring peace.
March 23, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump Claims He’s the Only One Who Can Stop Putin as White House Seeks Easter Truce
A Bloomberg report reveals that the White House is aiming to broker a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine by Easter, April 20.
March 23, 2025
War in Ukraine
He Fought for Ukraine. Now Morocco is Punishing Him
A Moroccan citizen living and studying in Ukraine decided to fight against Russian invaders. He was taken prison, released, and returned to Morocco. Only now Morocco is holding him captive.
March 23, 2025
World Briefing: March 22, 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.
March 22, 2025
Putin
‘He’s Not a Bad Person’ – Steve Witkoff’s Fulsome Assessment of Meeting Putin
In a shockingly “pro-Russian” interview with Tucker Carlson US President Donald Trump’s special envoy spoke in “glowing terms” about his recent meeting with Russia’s president.
March 22, 2025
Ukraine
Come Back Alive Says ‘Dronefall’ Project Downed Russian Drones Worth $65M
The foundation represents independent efforts to assist the Armed Forces of Ukraine, acting faster than the state and getting donations from Ukrainians.
March 22, 2025
World Briefing: March 21, 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.
March 21, 2025
EU
Eurotopics: What’s the Best Course for European Defence?
Europe’s media examine the fundamental requirements for a new security model and the problems it poses.
March 21, 2025
Ukraine
Kyivstar to Buy Uklon
Kyivstar aims to build an integrated digital ecosystem. Uklon, as an industry leader is expected to strengthen Kyivstar’s position and become a key element.
March 20, 2025
F-16
Kyiv Denies Reports of F-16 Shoot Down After Low-Level Flight Over Sumy Region
Ukraine’s Air Force dismissed as fake claims by Russian propaganda that an F-16 was brought down after a social media video showed a low-level “bombed-up” Viper flying over Ukraine’s Sumy region.
March 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Berlin Wall Not an Option’: Zelensky Tells Trump No to Ending War Along Current Lines
Zelensky also said that Putin has no interest in ending the war, despite not being in a strong position on the battlefield in Ukraine.
March 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Progress? Or Putin’s Sleight of Hand?
A partial ceasefire may well take hold. But no one should have any illusions. Only Moscow stands to gain by stopping attacks on its energy infrastructure – its lifeline.
March 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘Very Much on Track’ – Trump Says After Call With Zelensky
The call took place a day after Trump’s phone call with his Russian counterpart, during which the latter rejected a total truce but ostensibly agreed to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure.
March 19, 2025
Zelensky
Prisoner Swap Promised Following Trump-Putin Call Goes Ahead
Ukraine secured the return of 175 of its POWs, including 22 outside of exchanges, as part of a prisoner swap following “the call.”
March 19, 2025