Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy appears at a joint press conference

Ukrainian Foreign Minister offers a different perspective on Crimea than President Zelensky

Ukraine will not consent to relinquish any territory to Russia as a means to resolve the conflict, stated Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga, emphasizing that the only viable path for Kiev is “peace through strength.” This statement follows Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s acknowledgment that retaking Crimea by military force alone is not feasible. During a session in the US Congress on Tuesday, Sibiga reiterated that Ukraine … Continue reading Ukrainian Foreign Minister offers a different perspective on Crimea than President Zelensky

Spokeswoman of Russia's Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova

Russia claims that a new U.S. military base in Poland raises the risk of nuclear conflict

Russia stated on Thursday that the establishment of a new U.S. ballistic missile defense facility in northern Poland will elevate the overall nuclear threat level and has been included on a list of Russian targets for potential elimination if deemed necessary. The air defense installation, located in Redzikowo near the Baltic Sea, is part of a larger NATO missile defense initiative and was inaugurated on … Continue reading Russia claims that a new U.S. military base in Poland raises the risk of nuclear conflict

The flags of the European Union, Hungary and Germany fly outside Berlin's chancellery in Berlin, Germany

Hungary to deploy an air defense system near Ukraine border

Hungary plans to deploy an air defense system in the northeastern region of the country, as the defense minister indicated that the risk of escalation in the Ukraine-Russia conflict is “greater than ever.” On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin escalated his nuclear strike policy in response to a wider array of conventional attacks, following the U.S. decision to permit Ukraine to launch American missiles deep … Continue reading Hungary to deploy an air defense system near Ukraine border

Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov.

Russia announces measures in response to the Western confiscation of its assets

Russia is set to implement retaliatory actions that correspond to the West’s seizure of the nation’s sovereign assets, according to Finance Minister Anton Siluanov. In a recent interview with Rossiya-1 TV, Siluanov indicated that Russia plans to utilize the income generated from the frozen assets of Western investors. He emphasized that these measures are a direct response to the unfriendly actions taken by Western nations. … Continue reading Russia announces measures in response to the Western confiscation of its assets

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu’s government is reportedly preparing to annex the West Bank

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu‘s administration is reportedly preparing to announce the formal annexation of the West Bank within the next few weeks, as indicated by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Seymour Hersh. Hersh notes that Israel has been significantly supported by military aid and funding from Washington, and is intensifying efforts to relocate Palestinians from northern Gaza to the southern part of the territory. Additionally, the … Continue reading Netanyahu’s government is reportedly preparing to annex the West Bank

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is embraced by U.S. President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington.

Biden has opted to forgive approximately $4.7 billion loans to Ukraine

Outgoing President Joe Biden has opted to forgive approximately $4.7 billion in taxpayer-funded loans to Ukraine as part of a larger initiative to strengthen support for Kiev ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next year. Since February 2022, the US Congress has authorized over $174 billion in various aid packages aimed at assisting Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia. The most recent allocation, approved … Continue reading Biden has opted to forgive approximately $4.7 billion loans to Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump greets Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel after a joint news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington, U.S., April 27, 2018.

Angela Merkel consulted with the pope on strategies for interacting with Donald Trump

Angela Merkel sought guidance from the pope regarding how to engage with Donald Trump following his election as U.S. president. She aimed to find strategies to persuade him, viewing him as someone with a property developer’s binary mindset, to remain committed to the Paris climate agreements. In her memoir, excerpts of which were published in the German weekly Die Zeit, the former German chancellor recounted … Continue reading Angela Merkel consulted with the pope on strategies for interacting with Donald Trump

U.S. Capitol building on Capitol Hill in Washington.

US Senate rejects efforts to block military sales to Israel

The U.S. Senate voted decisively on Wednesday to reject three resolutions aimed at preventing the transfer of certain U.S. weapons to Israel. These resolutions were introduced by progressive lawmakers who expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis affecting Palestinians in Gaza. All votes in favor originated from the Democratic caucus, while opposition came from both Democratic and Republican senators, highlighting the internal divisions within President Biden’s … Continue reading US Senate rejects efforts to block military sales to Israel

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov

Kremlin dismisses the possibility of a ‘freeze’ in the Ukraine conflict

Any proposals aimed at freezing the conflict in Ukraine are deemed unacceptable by Russia, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who addressed journalists on Wednesday. Peskov’s comments came in response to a Reuters article that explored potential solutions to the ongoing hostilities between Russia and Ukraine. The report indicated that Russian President Vladimir Putin might be willing to discuss a ceasefire with incoming US President … Continue reading Kremlin dismisses the possibility of a ‘freeze’ in the Ukraine conflict

Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects

Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally enacted a new national nuclear doctrine that delineates the circumstances under which Moscow may deploy its nuclear capabilities. The following are the main highlights of the revised document, as detailed on the Kremlin’s official website. The state policy regarding Nuclear Deterrence is fundamentally defensive, designed to maintain a nuclear force capability sufficient for deterrence. It aims to safeguard national … Continue reading Russia’s updated nuclear doctrine highlights several critical aspects