Ukraine war
Zelensky Requests Trump to Broker Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal Following Middle East Success
Oct 12, 2025 02:30 am CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked Donald Trump to facilitate peace negotiations in Ukraine, similar to his diplomatic achievements in the Middle East. During a Saturday phone call, Zelensky expressed hope that Trump's conflict resolution skills could help end the Russian invasion that began in 2022. Their relationship has notably improved since their tense February White House meeting, with Trump now expressing support for Ukraine and describing Zelensky as a "nice guy."
Melania Trump's Diplomatic Success: Securing the Return of Ukrainian Children Through Direct Talks with Putin
Oct 11, 2025 11:56 am CST
First Lady Melania Trump has established a diplomatic channel with Russian President Vladimir Putin that resulted in the return of eight children displaced by the Ukraine war. This rare diplomatic breakthrough comes after weeks of behind-the-scenes negotiations following the Alaska summit between President Donald Trump and Putin, highlighting the First Lady's previously unseen role in international humanitarian efforts.
White House Criticizes Nobel Committee After Trump Overlooked for Peace Prize in Favor of Venezuelan Activist
Oct 10, 2025 08:28 pm CST
The White House has sharply criticized the Nobel Committee for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuelan pro-democracy activist Maria Corina Machado instead of Donald Trump. Spokesperson Steven Cheung claimed the committee "places politics over peace," while Trump had previously claimed credit for resolving multiple international conflicts, including between India and Pakistan, assertions that India has explicitly denied. Machado was recognized for her courage in standing against Venezuela's authoritarian regime despite threats to her life.
Trump Intensifies Diplomatic Efforts with NATO Allies to End Ukraine-Russia Conflict
Oct 10, 2025 06:55 am CST
President Trump announces increased pressure alongside NATO partners to resolve the Ukraine war following unsuccessful talks with Putin, while Finnish President Stubb expresses confidence in Trump's diplomatic capabilities after his recent success mediating the Israel-Hamas peace deal.
Trump's Stance on Russia Sanctions: EU Official Reveals Uncertainty Among G7 Allies
Oct 09, 2025 10:53 pm CST
EU sanctions chief David O'Sullivan reveals that despite G7 agreement to coordinate actions against Russia, President Trump is keeping allies guessing about additional sanctions. Western powers aim to target Russian oil revenues while the EU pursues a parallel strategy against China's role in sanctions evasion as Moscow's economy shows signs of strain.
Russia and Ukraine Exchange 185 Prisoners of War in Latest Bilateral Swap Amid Ongoing Conflict
Oct 03, 2025 12:09 am CST
Russia and Ukraine have conducted another significant prisoner exchange, with 185 military personnel and 20 civilians swapped on each side. Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed the exchange, noting that over 7,000 Ukrainians have been repatriated since Russia's invasion in 2022. These prisoner swaps represent one of the few areas of cooperation between the warring nations despite stalled peace negotiations.
China, India "Primary Funders" Of Ukraine War By Buying Russian Oil: Trump At UN
Sep 24, 2025 01:25 am CST
China and India are the "primary funders" of the Ukraine war by continuing to purchase Russian oil, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday in his address to the UN General Assembly.
United Nations "Not Even Coming Close To Living Up" To Its Potential: Trump
Sep 24, 2025 12:12 am CST
President Donald Trump returned to the United Nations on Tuesday to boast of his second-term foreign policy achievements and lash out at the world body as a feckless institution.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un Oversees Drone Test, Orders AI Development
Sep 19, 2025 03:03 pm CST
Drones are emerging as a "major military activity asset, raising it as a top-priority and important task in modernising the armed forces of the DPRK," Kim Jong Un reportedly said.
'Putin Let Me Down': Trump Admits Thinking Ukraine War Was "Easy To Solve"
Sep 18, 2025 11:42 pm CST
Donald Trump claimed that his Russian counterpart let him down during the process of solving the Ukraine war. Keir Starmer also criticised Putin and said that he showed his "true face" with the biggest attack on Ukraine.