Ukraine war
Trump Claims Breakthrough in Ukraine-Russia Peace Negotiations Despite European Skepticism
Nov 26, 2025 02:53 am CST
US President Donald Trump has declared a Ukraine-Russia peace deal is "very close," though European leaders remain skeptical as fighting continues in Ukraine. The revised US proposal, now more favorable to Ukrainian interests, includes increasing the cap on Ukraine's future military forces to 800,000. Despite "tremendous progress" reported by negotiators, French President Macron sees "no Russian willingness" for a ceasefire, while missile attacks on Kyiv have continued unabated.
Ukraine Receives US Draft Peace Plan to End Russia Conflict, Zelensky Ready for Diplomatic Engagement
Nov 21, 2025 01:25 am CST
Ukraine has received a draft peace plan from the United States aimed at ending the war with Russia. President Zelensky's office confirmed they are ready to engage constructively with Washington on the proposal, which reportedly includes controversial demands such as Ukraine ceding territory and limiting its military size. A call between Zelensky and Trump is expected in the coming days as diplomatic efforts intensify.
Russian Missile Strikes Kill Five Civilians and Destroy Kindergarten in Eastern Ukraine
Nov 17, 2025 09:44 pm CST
Russian aerial attacks killed five civilians and destroyed a kindergarten in eastern Ukraine as Moscow intensifies its bombardment campaign ahead of winter. The strikes hit residential areas in Balakliya and Dnipropetrovsk regions, injuring 13 people including four children, while also targeting energy infrastructure and a Turkish gas vessel near the Black Sea port of Izmail.
Russia's Poseidon: Inside the Nuclear-Powered Underwater Drone Putin Claims Is Unmatched Globally
Oct 30, 2025 12:41 am CST
Russia has successfully tested its Poseidon nuclear-powered underwater drone, with President Putin claiming the weapon is uninterceptable, can reach any continent, and has no global equivalent. This test follows another recent demonstration of Russia's Burevestnik nuclear cruise missile, further escalating tensions with the US as Trump urges Putin to focus on ending the Ukraine war instead of developing new weapons systems.
Russian Oil Giant Lukoil to Divest International Assets Following US Sanctions Over Ukraine Conflict
Oct 28, 2025 05:54 am CST
Russian oil company Lukoil has begun the process of selling its international assets after being targeted by US sanctions related to the Ukraine war. The sanctions, imposed by President Trump, freeze Lukoil's US assets and prohibit American companies from doing business with the energy giant, which along with Rosneft accounts for 55% of Russia's oil production. Companies working with these Russian entities have one month to cut ties or face secondary sanctions.
Trump Claims India Will Reduce Russian Oil Imports While Pursuing Diplomatic Solutions with China
Oct 23, 2025 10:44 am CST
President Trump reiterates that India has committed to gradually reducing Russian oil imports by year-end, citing discussions with PM Modi, while planning to leverage upcoming talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine. Meanwhile, the US has imposed new sanctions on Russian oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft, reflecting growing tensions over the ongoing conflict.
Trump Suggests Xi Jinping Could Significantly Influence Putin on Ukraine Peace Efforts
Oct 23, 2025 06:32 am CST
President Donald Trump has indicated that Chinese President Xi Jinping could exert considerable influence over Vladimir Putin regarding Ukraine peace negotiations, ahead of US-China talks in South Korea. Despite personal diplomatic efforts with Putin, Trump expressed frustration with the lack of progress and recently canceled a planned meeting with the Russian leader in Hungary, calling it potentially a "wasted meeting."
EU Implements 19th Sanctions Package Against Russia: Targeting Energy Revenues and Diplomatic Movement
Oct 23, 2025 04:34 am CST
The European Union has agreed on its 19th sanctions package against Russia, focusing on reducing Moscow's oil and gas revenues by accelerating the ban on Russian LNG imports to 2027 and blacklisting over 100 "shadow fleet" tankers. The measures also include new travel restrictions on Russian diplomats suspected of espionage, requiring them to report travel plans to host countries. The package will be formally adopted ahead of Ukrainian President Zelensky's appearance at the upcoming EU summit in Brussels.
US Treasury Announces New Russia Sanctions Amid Escalating Ukraine Conflict and Failed Peace Efforts
Oct 23, 2025 04:23 am CST
The Trump administration is set to announce significant new sanctions against Russia as peace negotiations stall and Ukraine faces intensified missile attacks across multiple cities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the sanctions plan while Ukraine's President Zelenskyy seeks international support and additional military capabilities after Russian strikes killed civilians, including children, and damaged critical infrastructure ahead of winter.
Russian Drone Strike on Ukrainian Kindergarten Leaves One Dead as Zelensky Condemns "Brazen" Attack
Oct 22, 2025 10:16 pm CST
A Russian drone struck a kindergarten in Kharkiv, Ukraine, killing one person and injuring seven others as 50 children were evacuated. President Zelensky condemned the attack as "Russia's spit in the face" to peace efforts, occurring just hours after US President Trump postponed his planned summit with Putin. The kindergarten strike was part of a series of attacks that also targeted Kyiv, resulting in multiple civilian casualties.