Russia
Syrian Interim President Seeks Extradition of Bashar al-Assad During Historic Moscow Visit
Oct 15, 2025 08:05 pm CST
Syrian interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa visits Moscow to request Russia's extradition of former ruler Bashar al-Assad, who faces war crimes allegations. The diplomatic meeting with President Putin will also address bilateral relations, Russian military bases in Syria, and economic investments amid uncertain Russian-Syrian relations following Assad's December ouster.
Trump Signals Potential Tomahawk Missile Supply to Ukraine if Russia Continues War
Oct 13, 2025 09:55 am CST
US President Donald Trump has indicated he may approve the provision of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine via NATO if Russian President Vladimir Putin fails to end the conflict. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has assured these weapons would only target military objectives, despite Kremlin warnings that such a move would represent significant escalation in Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II.
Zelensky Seeks Enhanced Air Defense as Russia Exploits Shifting Global Attention on Ukraine War
Oct 13, 2025 02:09 am CST
Ukrainian President Zelensky has urgently appealed to Western allies for advanced air defense systems and long-range capabilities, warning that Russia is intensifying its bombardment as global attention diverts to other crises. With diplomatic efforts stalled and winter approaching, Russia has renewed strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure while tensions rise over potential deployment of long-range Tomahawk missiles.
Zelensky Requests Critical Air Defense Systems from Macron as Russia Exploits Divided Global Attention
Oct 12, 2025 09:38 pm CST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested additional air defense systems and missiles from French President Emmanuel Macron, highlighting how Russia is taking advantage of the world's diverted attention to intensify attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure ahead of winter. France remains a significant military supporter despite its own political challenges.
US Intelligence Collaboration with Ukraine for Long-Range Strikes on Russian Energy Infrastructure
Oct 12, 2025 06:50 pm CST
The United States has been providing Ukraine with crucial intelligence support to target Russian energy facilities, including oil refineries, as part of a strategic campaign to weaken Russia's economy and pressure President Vladimir Putin toward peace negotiations. This intelligence collaboration helps Ukrainian forces conduct successful long-range drone strikes while evading Russian air defenses.
North Korea Showcases Advanced Hwasong-20 ICBM at Military Parade with Russian and Chinese Officials Present
Oct 11, 2025 05:32 pm CST
North Korea displayed its most powerful nuclear weapon, the Hwasong-20 ICBM, at a military parade marking 80 years of Workers' Party rule. Senior officials from Russia and China attended the event as Kim Jong Un strengthens international alliances amid ongoing North Korean military support for Russia's operations in Ukraine, signaling a significant geopolitical realignment in the region.
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.
Putin Warns of Nuclear Development as US-Russia New START Treaty Approaches Expiration
Oct 11, 2025 08:49 am CST
President Vladimir Putin announced Russia's ongoing development of strategic nuclear weapons while indicating indifference to US participation in extending the New START treaty expiring in 2025. Amid an accelerating arms race, Putin warned that Russia stands ready to conduct nuclear tests if other nations do so first, highlighting growing concerns about the future of nuclear arms control between the world's largest nuclear powers.
North Korea Showcases Military Might at Workers' Party 80th Anniversary Parade with International Allies Present
Oct 11, 2025 07:44 am CST
North Korea held a grand military parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers' Party, featuring ICBMs and attended by high-level delegates from China and Russia. The event highlights Kim Jong Un's strengthened international alliances, particularly with Russia amid the Ukraine conflict, as Pyongyang continues to assert its status as an "irreversible" nuclear state.
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.