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Russia
‘Likely Due to Technical Issues’ – Kyiv Confirms 19th EU Sanctions Package Postponed
Politico reported that the package, originally scheduled for implementation on Sept. 17, has been removed from the agenda of the EU’s permanent representatives.
Sept. 16, 2025
Zelensky
‘He’s Going to Keep Trying’: Trump Likely to Meet Zelensky Next Week on Peace Efforts – Rubio
Rubio noted that Trump has had “multiple calls with Putin, multiple meetings with Zelensky, including probably next week in New York,” where world leaders will gather for the UN General Assembly.
Sept. 16, 2025
Europe
‘You First’ Diplomacy: Trump’s UK Visit Tests Transatlantic Unity on Russia
Trump may seek to bolster the “special relationship” with a new nuclear energy deal, but his latest ultimatum on Russia leaves Britain in a diplomatic bind.
Sept. 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Trump Sets Conditions for Russia Sanctions
Trump calls on NATO allies to stop buying Russian oil and back new sanctions, tying them to joint action — and urges bloc-wide tariffs on China.
Sept. 15, 2025
UK
Trump Heads for Historic Second UK State Visit
From a flyby and carriage ride with King Charles III to a grand banquet at historic Windsor Castle, Britain is pulling out all the stops to flatter Trump, who is fascinated with the monarchy.
Sept. 15, 2025
NATO
Trump’s Sanctions Demand Exposes NATO’s Continuing Reliance on Russian Oil and Gas
This weekend Trump said the US would put sanctions on Russia when NATO members stop buying oil from Russia. In August, NATO members imported nearly €1 billion worth of crude oil from Russia.
Sept. 15, 2025
Ukraine
‘They Hate Each Other So Much’ – Trump Insists He’s Key to Bringing Putin, Zelensky Together
The US President escalates criticism of NATO allies over sanctions, while a top Democrat warns that trade war with China is “a separate issue” from Ukraine.
Sept. 15, 2025
NATO
Airstrikes, Drones, Tariffs: Being US Friend Not What It Used to Be
Trump and his advisors insist they are putting core US interests first and scaling back decades of wasteful and unnecessary commitments.
Sept. 14, 2025
Trump Details Ultimatum for Reopening Strait of Hormuz in Iran Deal
Donald Trump outlined his requirements for a 60-day ceasefire extension with Iran, demanding total nuclear disarmament, and the immediate unhindered opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
May 30, 2026
