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A serviceman of 24th Mechanized brigade named after King Danylo of the Ukrainian Armed Forces fires a 2s5 "Hyacinth-s" self-propelled howitzer towards Russian troops at a front line, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, near the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk region, Ukraine.
DIPLOMACY

Taiwan’s envoy stated that while military aid for Ukraine is “too sensitive,” establishing a representative office is a key goal

Taiwan is refraining from providing military assistance to Ukraine due to the sensitivity of the issue, but it aims to establish a representative office in the country, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Francois Wu. Since Russia’s invasion two years ago, Taiwan has expressed strong moral support for Ukraine, drawing parallels to the threats it perceives from China, which claims Taiwan as its territory—a claim that … Continue reading Taiwan’s envoy stated that while military aid for Ukraine is “too sensitive,” establishing a representative office is a key goal

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Cyril Ramaphosa, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, pose with other G20 leaders during an event launching the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the G20 Summit at the Museum of Modern Art in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Xi is ramping up diplomatic efforts at international summits in anticipation of potential tariffs from Trump

In his initial global engagements following Donald Trump‘s reelection as U.S. President, Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a diplomatic initiative aimed at countering anticipated new tariffs and positioning China to take advantage of possible future divisions between Washington and its allies. Throughout a series of meetings, from APEC in Peru to G20 in Brazil over the past week, Xi aimed to differentiate himself from Trump’s … Continue reading Xi is ramping up diplomatic efforts at international summits in anticipation of potential tariffs from Trump

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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.
DIPLOMACY

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

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DISPUTES

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

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The C-Lion1 submarine telecommunications cable is being laid to the bottom of the Baltic Sea by cable ship Ile de Brehat on the shore of Helsinki, Finland.
DISPUTES

European nations condemn Russian hybrid assaults, initiating investigations into cable cut incidents

European governments on Tuesday accused Russia of intensifying hybrid attacks against Ukraine’s Western allies, as Baltic nations began investigating the potential sabotage of two fibre-optic telecommunication cables in the Baltic Sea. While European officials have not explicitly blamed Russia for the cable damage, countries such as Germany and Poland suggested that it was likely a deliberate act. In response, Lithuania’s armed forces increased their surveillance … Continue reading European nations condemn Russian hybrid assaults, initiating investigations into cable cut incidents

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Ukrainian ambassador to the U.N. in Geneva Yevheniia Filipenko
DISPUTES

Ukraine warns against the dangers of ‘appeasement’ towards Putin amid ongoing conflict

A senior Ukrainian diplomat cautioned against any form of appeasement towards Russian President Vladimir Putin, asserting that the recent lethal assaults on Ukraine indicated his lack of interest in achieving peace. She urged allies to provide additional support. On Sunday, Russia launched its most extensive airstrike in nearly three months, targeting Ukraine’s power infrastructure. Ukraine’s ambassador to the United Nations in Geneva remarked that this … Continue reading Ukraine warns against the dangers of ‘appeasement’ towards Putin amid ongoing conflict

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Protesters gather to participate in a demonstration marking the upcoming anniversary of 1,000 days since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, near the Russian Embassy in Rome, Italy.
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Ukraine marks 1,000 days since the Russian invasion and hopes for a resolution by next year

Ukraine commemorated 1,000 days on Tuesday since the onset of Russia‘s full-scale invasion, with fatigued troops engaged in combat across multiple fronts. Kyiv continues to endure frequent drone and missile assaults, while officials brace for the possibility of Donald Trump returning to the White House in January. In a significant development for the beleaguered nation, U.S. President Joe Biden authorized the use of U.S. missiles … Continue reading Ukraine marks 1,000 days since the Russian invasion and hopes for a resolution by next year

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Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

After nearly a thousand days of Europe’s most intense conflict since the Nazi era, the prospect of peace negotiations in Ukraine seems to be emerging. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz‘s recent decision to reach out to Russian President Vladimir Putin has ended a prolonged period during which major NATO leaders largely isolated the Kremlin leader. This development was particularly disappointing for Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, occurring … Continue reading Ukraine’s allies face turmoil as diplomacy led by Trump approaches

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The flags of the European Union, Hungary and Germany fly outside Berlin's chancellery in Berlin, Germany
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Germany will unveil a new defense industry strategy by year-end, according to the minister

Germany is set to unveil its new defense industry strategy by the end of the year, which aims to reduce bureaucratic obstacles and expedite arms production, as stated by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius on Monday. As the largest supporter of Ukraine in Europe, Germany has committed to revitalizing its weakened Bundeswehr and enhancing defense capabilities as part of a “Zeitenwende” or “turning point” policy shift … Continue reading Germany will unveil a new defense industry strategy by year-end, according to the minister

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Poland's President Andrzej Duda speaks during a press conference
DEFENCE

Poland’s President Duda says the U.S. arms decision could be vital for Ukraine

Polish President Andrzej Duda stated on Monday that the U.S. decision to permit Ukraine to utilize American-made weapons for strikes deep within Russia could represent a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict. On Sunday, two U.S. officials and a source familiar with the matter disclosed this significant shift in Washington’s stance regarding the Ukraine-Russia situation. “This decision was essential… Russia recognizes that Ukraine has robust … Continue reading Poland’s President Duda says the U.S. arms decision could be vital for Ukraine

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