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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Saudi National Security Advisor Mosaad bin Mohammad Al-Aiban, U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Russian President Vladimir Putin's foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, at Diriyah Palace, in Riyadh.
DIPLOMACY

US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

U.S. and Russian officials convened in Riyadh on Tuesday for their most significant discussions to date regarding the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. The agenda was anticipated to include strategies for concluding the three-year war and improving American-Russian relations. These discussions may set the stage for a potential summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine, which is not participating … Continue reading US and Russian officials meet in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a resolution for the Ukraine conflict

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The head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev speaks to media ahead of his meeting with U.S. delegation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
DIPLOMACY

Russia’s sovereign wealth fund leader calls Trump a solution-oriented individual ahead of high-level talks

The head of Russia’s sovereign wealth fund stated on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald Trump is a problem solver, just ahead of U.S.-Russian discussions in Saudi Arabia. These talks are anticipated to be pivotal in addressing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine between the two nations, which were once Cold War adversaries. This dialogue may set the stage for a summit between Trump and Russian President … Continue reading Russia’s sovereign wealth fund leader calls Trump a solution-oriented individual ahead of high-level talks

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French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer as he arrives for a meeting with European leaders on Ukraine and European security at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France.
DEFENCE

Europe emphasizes increased defence spending amid divisions over a Ukraine peacekeeping proposal

European leaders convened in Paris for urgent discussions on Monday, advocating for increased investment to enhance the continent’s defence capabilities. However, they remained divided on the proposal to send peacekeepers to Ukraine to support any potential peace agreement. The leaders concurred that it would be perilous to establish a ceasefire in Ukraine without simultaneously securing a peace deal. They expressed readiness to offer security guarantees … Continue reading Europe emphasizes increased defence spending amid divisions over a Ukraine peacekeeping proposal

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio waves as he departs Israel for Saudi Arabia, at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel.
DIPLOMACY

Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to arrive in Saudi Arabia on Monday for anticipated discussions with Russian officials aimed at resolving Moscow’s nearly three-year conflict in Ukraine. These talks follow a recent phone conversation between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, during which Trump instructed senior officials to initiate negotiations to end the war, a commitment he made during his … Continue reading Rubio reaches Saudi Arabia ahead of discussions with Russia aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict

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Secretary of State, Sen. Marco Rubio testifies during his Senate Foreign Relations confirmation hearing at Dirksen Senate Office Building.
DIPLOMACY

Rubio states that Ukraine and Europe will be part of real peace talks as the U.S. evaluates Putin’s intentions

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Sunday that any genuine negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict initiated by Moscow would involve Ukraine and Europe. This indicates that the upcoming discussions between the U.S. and Russia could provide insight into Russian President Vladimir Putin‘s commitment to achieving peace. Rubio addressed European apprehensions regarding their exclusion from the initial talks scheduled to occur in Saudi … Continue reading Rubio states that Ukraine and Europe will be part of real peace talks as the U.S. evaluates Putin’s intentions

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DIPLOMACY

Trump’s team begins Ukraine diplomacy with a lack of clarity

This week proved to be confusing for those concerned about how the new Trump administration would honor Donald Trump‘s commitment to end the Ukraine conflict. As the U.S. president initiated diplomatic efforts regarding the nearly three-year-long war, statements from his senior officials left many uncertain about his strategy for addressing the most significant security challenge Europe has faced in decades. On Wednesday, Trump engaged in … Continue reading Trump’s team begins Ukraine diplomacy with a lack of clarity

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman
DIPLOMACY

Saudi Crown Prince and Russia’s wealth fund head helped secure the release of a U.S. prisoner, sources say

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Kirill Dmitriev, the head of Russia’s sovereign wealth fund, were engaged in discussions regarding the release of U.S. teacher Marc Fogel from a Russian prison, according to a source familiar with the negotiations between Russia and the United States who spoke to Reuters on the condition of anonymity. The Kremlin was unavailable for immediate comment, and the Saudi … Continue reading Saudi Crown Prince and Russia’s wealth fund head helped secure the release of a U.S. prisoner, sources say

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U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent speaks at the White House, in Washington.
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A senior Trump official is in Kyiv to negotiate a minerals and energy agreement

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent traveled to Kyiv on Wednesday to negotiate a crucial minerals agreement as Ukraine seeks to secure support from U.S. President Donald Trump during a critical phase of the ongoing conflict with Russia. Bessent, marking the first visit to Ukraine by a cabinet-level official from Trump’s administration, is expected to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who has expressed willingness to engage … Continue reading A senior Trump official is in Kyiv to negotiate a minerals and energy agreement

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Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump
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Trump’s Gaza ‘Riviera’ reflects Kushner’s aspirations for waterfront real estate

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a vision for the Gaza Strip that involves the removal of its Palestinian residents and the transformation of the area into an international beach resort under American oversight. This concept echoes an idea previously suggested by his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, approximately a year ago. During a press conference on Tuesday, Trump articulated this proposal, eliciting strong condemnation from both … Continue reading Trump’s Gaza ‘Riviera’ reflects Kushner’s aspirations for waterfront real estate

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PA security forces deploy in the Jenin camp for Palestinian refugees in the occupied West Bank.
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Palestinian Authority has informed the United States of its willingness to confront Hamas for dominance over Gaza

The Palestinian Authority has informed the United States of its willingness to confront Hamas if necessary to gain control of the Gaza Strip, as revealed during a presentation to President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff. This proposal was shared on Tuesday in Riyadh by Hussein al-Sheikh, a prominent Palestinian figure considered a potential successor to the aging Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, according to … Continue reading Palestinian Authority has informed the United States of its willingness to confront Hamas for dominance over Gaza

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