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

Former US national security adviser Michael Flynn.

Former U.S. general advocates for the immediate ousting of President Biden

Retired US Army Lieutenant General Michael Flynn has called on Vice President Kamala Harris to activate the 25th Amendment to prevent President Joe Biden from inadvertently leading the nation into World War III. This plea follows reports that Biden allegedly allowed Ukraine to utilize ATACMS missiles to target areas deep within Russian territory. While the U.S. government has not confirmed or denied these reports, the … Continue reading Former U.S. general advocates for the immediate ousting of President Biden

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

The United Nations Security Council meets on the escalation in fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah during the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York.

U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

The United States exercised its veto power on Wednesday against a U.N. Security Council resolution proposing a ceasefire in Gaza, prompting criticism of the Biden administration for obstructing international efforts to end Israel’s conflict with Hamas. The resolution, introduced by ten non-permanent members of the 15-member council, called for an “immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire” in the ongoing 13-month conflict and included a separate demand … Continue reading U.S. has blocked a UN Security Council resolution for a Gaza ceasefire

Air-launched long-range Storm Shadow/SCALP cruise missile, manufactured by MBDA, pictured at the 54th International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France.

Ukraine has fired UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day after using US ATACMS

On Wednesday, Ukraine launched a series of British Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russian territory, marking the latest instance of Western weaponry being utilized against Russian targets, following the previous day’s deployment of U.S. ATACMS missiles. These strikes were extensively covered by Russian war correspondents on Telegram and were corroborated by an official who requested anonymity. Moscow has indicated that the use of Western arms … Continue reading Ukraine has fired UK Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia, a day after using US ATACMS

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