Ukraine and Russia’s peace discussions produce no outcomes, Zelenskyy seeks support from Trump and allies
Ukrainian President Zelensky’s Talks with Global Leaders Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently engaged in discussions with President Donald Trump, as well as leaders from Germany, Britain, and Poland, following peace talks with Russia that took place on Friday. This marked the first meeting between Ukrainian and Russian delegations in Turkey in three years, coinciding with […]
International organization determines Russia’s accountability for the downing of flight MH17, leading to demands for compensation.
UN Aviation Council Holds Russia Accountable for MH17 Crash The UN Aviation Council has concluded that Russia is responsible for the downing of a Malaysian passenger plane over Ukraine, an incident that resulted in the deaths of 298 individuals, including all crew members. They are now seeking “reparation” from the families of the victims. Flight […]
Russia’s Putin suggests direct peace talks amid Trump initiative regarding the Ukraine conflict
On Sunday, Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested a direct meeting with Ukraine in Türkiye on May 15th. He emphasized that the goal should be achieving lasting peace, a proposal that was positively received by US President Donald Trump. Pursuing the conflict that began in February 2022 has led to significant losses, with hundreds of thousands […]
United Kingdom Imposes New Sanctions on Russia’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ Before Military Summit
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled new sanctions aimed at Russia’s so-called shadow fleet ahead of a military summit in Norway on Friday. The government indicated that it has greenlit sanctions against around 100 oil tankers, which have carried over $24 billion in cargo since early last year. Previously, the UK has already focused […]
Xi Jinping Attends Russia’s WWII Victory Day Celebration
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host an impressive parade in Moscow to commemorate World War II Victory Day. This event seeks to foster a sense of patriotism domestically while reinforcing Moscow’s ambitions abroad, particularly in Ukraine. This year’s parade will see the attendance of over 20 foreign officials, including China’s Xi […]
Xi of China joins Putin at Russia’s Victory Day parade
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin Mark a Historic Event Together On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping was seen alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin during a significant event commemorating the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany’s defeat in World War II. The occasion involved a display of over 180 military vehicles, including tanks and artillery characteristic of […]
Putin welcomes Xi Jinping and other global leaders for Russia’s Victory Day celebration.
Putin Speaks at Moscow Parade Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a relatively brief speech during the Victory Day Parade in Moscow, at least by his usual standards. He expressed a mix of emotions, saying, “A sense of joy and sadness, pride and gratitude… to a generation that has sacrificed millions of lives and crushed Nazism.” […]
Vance Blasts Russia’s Demands To Conclude Ukraine Conflict: ‘They’re Asking For Too Much’
Vice President JD Vance Critiques Russia’s Stance in Ukraine Conflict On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, Vice President JD Vance expressed criticism toward Russia, suggesting that President Vladimir Putin demands “too much” regarding the ongoing war with Ukraine. During a discussion at the Munich Security Conference, Vance remarked, “I’m not saying that Russians are not interested […]
OPEC+ Decides to Increase Oil Production, Posing a Risk to Russia’s Revenue
OPEC+ has reportedly started reversing its voluntary production cuts, leading to a drop in oil prices, which may hit non-compliant members and, perhaps, satisfy President Donald Trump. The group, which includes Russia, has allegedly decided to increase production levels twice over the weekend. As a result, oil prices fell by over $2.00 a barrel, potentially […]
Undermining and hidden personas: Russia’s intelligence network – podcast | Russia
Russia’s Evolving Spy Tactics In a recent conversation, Sean Walker, a correspondent for a major publication focusing on Central and Eastern Europe, delves into the complexities of Russia’s espionage strategies. He speaks with Helen Pido, shedding light on the history and current operations of Russia’s intelligence agencies in Western nations. According to Sean, the challenges […]