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Putin
OPINION: From Here to Absurdity?
Where do things stand after a flurry of diplomatic activity following last week’s Istanbul debacle and as we await Trump’s phone call to Putin.
May 19, 2025
Zelensky
OPINION: Understanding China
China is the most important country in the world for Russia’s war machine. Beijing is playing a subtle game of geopolitics, but Zelensky has thus far been able to keep up.
May 18, 2025
Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Ukraine and Russia’s Return to Peace Talks in Turkey, What’s Changed Since 2022?
Ukraine and Russia will return to peace negotiations after more than three years of brutal warfare. Can they negotiate a lasting peace this time?
May 14, 2025
Zelensky
Beijing Backs 30-Day Ceasefire – Zelensky
Earlier, China’s spokesperson said it “[supports] all efforts for peace” without explicitly addressing the West’s 30-day ceasefire proposal.
May 13, 2025
Ukraine
How Zelensky Outsmarted Putin: Genius Moves That Shifted the War
Putin’s surprise call for peace talks with Ukraine is likely a strategic move, not genuine diplomacy, amid rising Western pressure and shifting global dynamics – and Zelensky knows it.
May 13, 2025
US
US, China Agree to Slash Tariffs in Trade War De-Escalation
US President Donald Trump had imposed duties of 145 percent on imports for China last month – compared to 10 percent for other countries in the global tariff blitz he launched last month.
May 12, 2025
Putin
The Foreign Leaders Attending Russia’s Victory Day Parade
The two most important guests at the parade are China’s Xi Jinping and Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
May 9, 2025
Putin
China Sends Ceremonial Detachment to Join Moscow’s Victory Day Parade
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has hailed the Chinese contingent for being the largest of all foreign participants.
May 8, 2025
OPINION: Lukashenko Ran From Putin to Xi Looking for Cover
Lukashenko’s Beijing trip exposed a ruler seeking Chinese cover as Kyiv raises the cost of Belarus’ role in Russia’s war.
June 30, 2026
