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Progress on Amending US Peace Plan for Ukraine: Key Stakeholders Seek Compromise on Security and Territory
Nov 25, 2025 03:46 am CST
Officials report significant progress in revising the controversial US peace proposal for Ukraine that initially favored Russian demands. The revised plan addresses security guarantees while territorial issues remain unresolved. European allies join the diplomatic efforts as fighting continues with Russian drone strikes on Ukrainian cities. Both US and Ukrainian officials express cautious optimism about the negotiations despite ongoing challenges.
India and Canada Relaunch CEPA Negotiations to Reset Diplomatic and Economic Relations
Nov 24, 2025 01:43 am CST
India and Canada have agreed to restart negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant diplomatic reset after years of strained relations. Following a meeting between PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney at the G20 Summit, both nations committed to doubling bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 while enhancing cooperation in civil nuclear energy, critical technologies, and artificial intelligence through the new Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership.
Trump Urges Zelensky to Make Peace Deal with Russia as Ukraine Seeks Tomahawk Missiles
Oct 18, 2025 05:07 pm CST
In a pivotal White House meeting, President Donald Trump advised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to negotiate a settlement with Russia based on current battle lines, while withholding approval for requested Tomahawk missiles. Following his recent call with Putin and upcoming Budapest summit, Trump appears increasingly optimistic about ending the conflict diplomatically, telling both leaders "it's time to stop the killing and make a deal."
Kremlin Begins Immediate Preparations for Putin-Trump Summit Following Productive Phone Call
Oct 17, 2025 03:00 am CST
Following a substantive phone conversation described as "extremely frank and trustful," the Kremlin has announced immediate preparations for a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, potentially to be held in Budapest. This development comes after their previous meeting in Alaska failed to produce diplomatic breakthroughs.
Trump Announces Gaza Ceasefire: All Hostages Set for Monday Release in Historic Middle East Peace Deal
Oct 09, 2025 11:54 am CST
US President Donald Trump has announced a breakthrough ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with all Gaza hostages expected to be released on Monday. The 20-point peace plan includes Israeli troop withdrawal and promises reconstruction efforts in Gaza, potentially marking a significant step toward broader Middle East peace with implications for regional dynamics including Iran.
Taliban Foreign Minister's Historic Visit to India: A New Chapter in Regional Diplomacy
Oct 03, 2025 12:34 am CST
In a landmark diplomatic development, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi is set to visit India on October 9, marking the first high-level engagement since the Taliban's 2021 takeover of Afghanistan. This visit, enabled by a UN Security Council travel exemption, comes after months of diplomatic groundwork and signals India's strategic recalibration in the region. The meeting could reshape South Asian geopolitics while challenging Pakistan's traditional influence over Kabul.