Russia
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."
Trump Pressures Zelensky to Accept Putin's Peace Terms Amid Threats of Ukraine's Destruction
Oct 20, 2025 02:43 am CST
US President Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to accept Russian peace terms during their White House meeting, including surrendering the Donbas region, according to a Financial Times report. Despite initial pressure, Ukraine convinced Trump to support freezing the conflict along current front lines instead. Trump and Putin plan a second summit within two weeks following their unsuccessful Alaska meeting.
Ukrainian Drone Strikes on Russian Energy Facilities as Trump Signals Ukraine May Need to Cede Territory for Peace
Oct 20, 2025 12:24 am CST
Ukrainian forces have targeted a major Russian gas processing plant with drone strikes while US President Trump suggests Ukraine might need to surrender territory to end Russia's invasion. The attack on the Gazprom-operated Orenburg facility has disrupted operations, including gas processing from Kazakhstan, as Kyiv continues targeting Russian energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Trump's comments about territorial concessions mark another shift in his approach to resolving the conflict.
J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Escorts Lord Buddha's Sacred Relics from Russia to India: Strengthening Cultural Bonds
Oct 19, 2025 02:32 am CST
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha leads the Indian delegation to bring back Lord Buddha's Holy Relics from Kalmykia, Russia, after a historic exposition that attracted over 90,000 devotees. This cultural exchange strengthens India-Russia ties and celebrates the shared Buddhist heritage with Europe's only Buddhist nation, continuing until October 2025.
Trump Suggests Peace With Russia Should Precede Ukraine's Tomahawk Missile Request During Zelensky Meeting
Oct 18, 2025 02:15 am CST
During a White House meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Donald Trump indicated reluctance to provide Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, preferring to pursue peace negotiations with Russia first. The discussion occurs as Trump announces a new summit with Putin in Budapest, highlighting the complex diplomatic balancing act as Russia continues to occupy approximately one-fifth of Ukrainian territory after more than three years of conflict.
Trump Announces Planned Meeting with Putin in Budapest to Negotiate End to Ukraine War
Oct 17, 2025 01:46 am CST
President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest to discuss ending the Ukraine war, following a productive phone conversation. The announcement comes ahead of Trump's meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky, who seeks advanced Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine's defense. Trump indicates new confidence in achieving peace after successfully brokering the Gaza ceasefire, while weighing military aid and economic pressure options to bring Russia to the negotiating table.
Microsoft Report: Nation-States Increasingly Weaponizing AI for Cyberattacks Against the US
Oct 17, 2025 12:05 am CST
Microsoft's latest digital threats report reveals a dramatic increase in AI-powered cyberattacks from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea targeting the US. With over 200 instances of AI-generated fake content identified in July alone, these nation-states are leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance espionage operations, spread disinformation, and infiltrate sensitive systems while many US organizations continue to operate with outdated cybersecurity measures.
Trump Claims PM Modi Will Halt Russian Oil Purchases to Support Ukraine Peace Efforts
Oct 16, 2025 12:36 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has announced that PM Narendra Modi has assured Washington that India will soon cease purchasing oil from Russia, which Trump believes could facilitate peace in Ukraine. During his praise-filled remarks about Modi as a "great man" and enduring leader, Trump made peculiar comments that required immediate clarification to avoid diplomatic misunderstanding.
Trump Announces India's Pledge to Stop Russian Oil Purchases in Major Diplomatic Shift
Oct 16, 2025 09:05 am CST
US President Trump revealed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has committed to ending Russian oil purchases, marking a significant diplomatic development in efforts to economically isolate Moscow amid the Ukraine conflict. This potential policy shift from one of Russia's major energy customers could reshape global energy diplomacy and influence other nations' approach to Russian oil imports.
Trump Praises PM Modi as "Great Man" Following Meeting with US Envoy, Discusses India's Plans to Halt Russian Oil Imports
Oct 16, 2025 08:08 am CST
US President Donald Trump lauded Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "great man" after a meeting between Modi and US Ambassador-designate Sergio Gor. During a White House press conference, Trump revealed that Modi has assured the US that India will soon cease oil imports from Russia, potentially strengthening international efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict. The remarks highlight the evolving US-India relationship and energy cooperation between the two nations.