Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

Vladimir Putin is willing to engage in discussions regarding a ceasefire in Ukraine with Donald Trump, but he firmly rejects any significant territorial concessions and demands that Kyiv relinquish its aspirations to join NATO, according to five sources familiar with Kremlin perspectives, as reported by Reuters. As President-elect Trump prepares to return to the White House, he aims to swiftly resolve the ongoing conflict during … Continue reading Putin is willing to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine with Trump but rules out territorial concessions

Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting

Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine

Russian President Vladimir Putin approved a revised nuclear doctrine on Tuesday, indicating that Russia might contemplate the use of nuclear weapons if it faces a conventional missile attack supported by a nuclear-armed nation. This alteration in Russia’s nuclear policy is a response from the Kremlin to the reported decision by U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration to permit Ukraine to launch American long-range missiles into Russian … Continue reading Putin warns the U.S. with an updated nuclear doctrine

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

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

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin shakes hands with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr during a courtesy call at the Malacanang Palace in Manila, Philippines.

Lloyd Austin emphasized that the U.S.-Philippines partnership will endure despite leadership changes

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized on Tuesday that the alliance between the United States and the Philippines will endure beyond changes in government leadership, reaffirming his commitment to the Southeast Asian nation. During a press conference at the Philippine military’s Western Command in Palawan, adjacent to the South China Sea, Austin stated that the Philippines will continue to be a significant partner for the … Continue reading Lloyd Austin emphasized that the U.S.-Philippines partnership will endure despite leadership changes

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.

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

People enter the State Department Building in Washington, U.S.

U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

The United States asserted on Monday that Russia is intensifying the conflict in Ukraine by deploying troops from North Korea. This statement followed a warning from the Kremlin that Washington’s involvement in the war would increase if Kyiv’s forces were permitted to launch strikes deep into Russian territory using U.S.-made weaponry. During a briefing, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller refrained from confirming whether the outgoing … Continue reading U.S. claims Russia has escalated the Ukraine conflict by deploying North Korean personnel

A Yars intercontinental ballistic missile is launched during a test from the Plesetsk cosmodrome in Northern Arkhangelsk region, Russia.

Satellite imagery shows Russia is set to boost its missile manufacturing capabilities, a researcher reports

Satellite imagery reveals significant developments at five facilities in Russia known for manufacturing solid-fuel missile engines, suggesting that the Kremlin intends to substantially increase missile production amid its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to a European researcher. Fabian Hinz, a researcher based in Berlin at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), a prominent global security think tank, pinpointed these complexes by analyzing Russian media … Continue reading Satellite imagery shows Russia is set to boost its missile manufacturing capabilities, a researcher reports

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

Assessing the impact of long-range strikes on Russia: Is it too late to assist Ukraine?

The U.S. decision to permit long-range strikes by Ukraine could bolster Kyiv’s position in the Kursk region of Russia, which it has captured as a bargaining chip in potential peace negotiations. However, analysts caution that this move may arrive too late to significantly alter the trajectory of the conflict. In a significant policy shift just two months before his term ends, President Joe Biden removed … Continue reading Assessing the impact of long-range strikes on Russia: Is it too late to assist Ukraine?

The impact of Russia’s invasion on Ukraine as the conflict approaches its 1000th day

Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine marks its 1,000th day on Tuesday, representing a somber milestone in Europe’s most lethal conflict since World War II. The toll on human life and infrastructure continues to escalate, rendering Ukraine more vulnerable than at any point since the conflict began. Below is an overview of the losses Ukraine has endured since the invasion commenced. HUMAN TOLL As of August … Continue reading The impact of Russia’s invasion on Ukraine as the conflict approaches its 1000th day

Poland's President Andrzej Duda speaks during a press conference

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