Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Deadlocked on Key Issues
Despite security guarantee progress, Ukraine and Russia remain far apart on territorial disputes and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, blocking a peace deal. Read the latest.
Despite security guarantee progress, Ukraine and Russia remain far apart on territorial disputes and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, blocking a peace deal. Read the latest.
President Donald Trump welcomed Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy for discussions, stating Russia and Ukraine both desire peace despite ongoing conflict. Read the latest on the high-stakes diplomacy.
Russian forces report capturing a village in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region on December 26, 2025, while Ukrainian troops defend a major town. Get the latest on the conflict's developments.
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Russia announces plans to deploy a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade to support its lunar base and a joint station with China. Learn about the new space race.
American intelligence reports indicate Russian President Vladimir Putin's strategic objectives in Ukraine remain unaltered, despite ongoing military engagements. Read the latest analysis on the conflict's trajectory.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza conflict, and Venezuela tensions in a wide-ranging news conference on December 19, 2025. Get the key details.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy indicates a framework to end the war could be presented to Moscow shortly. Get the latest details on this potential diplomatic development.
President Trump's new National Security Strategy vows to reassert U.S. dominance in the Americas, build military strength in Asia, and warns Europe of 'civilizational erasure.' Explore the global implications.
Ukraine targeted Russia's Ryazan oil refinery while Russian forces launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, causing widespread power outages.
Russia unleashed a large-scale drone and missile attack across Ukraine as diplomatic efforts continued. The assault underscores the ongoing intensity of the conflict.
A proposed peace plan to end the war in Ukraine is facing sharp criticism for rewarding Russian aggression and drawing historical parallels to the failed Munich Agreement of 1938.
Italy announces the creation of Europe's first marine sanctuary for dolphins, a landmark conservation effort for the species. Learn about the project's goals and its inspiration.
Europe reacts strongly to the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy, which criticizes the continent's immigration policies, censorship, and loss of identity. Read the details of the diplomatic clash.
Germany's President Frank-Walter Steinmeier visits the WWII Coventry bombing site, a symbolic gesture of unity as Europe strengthens its front against Russia. Details on the state visit.
Tesla has launched a new, lower-cost version of its Model 3 sedan in Europe, expanding its market reach. Discover the details and strategic implications of this move.
The United Kingdom imposes new sanctions on Russia's GRU spy agency for the 2018 Salisbury nerve agent attack on Sergei Skripal. Explore the details and implications.
As China and the EU mark 50 years of diplomatic ties, European leaders call for a new partnership to navigate global challenges, trade wars, and innovation. Explore the vision for the future.
Russian authorities have blocked access to the popular U.S. children's gaming platform Roblox. The move, reported in December 2025, restricts a major online space for young users.
Russia says it has taken the key city of Pokrovsk as Witkoff talks approach. Ukraine dismisses Moscow's 'loud statements.' Get the latest on the conflict.
Tesla's sales in major European markets like France and Germany fell sharply in November, despite rising EV demand. Norway remains a notable exception. Explore the factors behind the slump.
South African authorities detain four men accused of planning to join Russian forces in Ukraine conflict. Investigation reveals international recruitment networks operating in Africa.
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for crucial energy negotiations as Russia-Ukraine war continues. Key details on the high-stakes diplomatic meeting.
Russian President Vladimir Putin views the U.S. peace proposal as a starting point for negotiations while demanding Ukrainian troop withdrawal from contested regions.
Special envoy Steve Witkoff faces bipartisan outrage after leaked call reveals he coached Russian official on Ukraine peace negotiations ahead of Putin meeting.
President Trump pushes Ukraine peace deal amid falling polls. Three major sticking points threaten negotiations as European allies express concern. Read the latest developments.
Exclusive details reveal Trump envoy Steve Witkoff's call with Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov, advising on how to pitch a Ukraine peace plan to the former president. Discover the behind-the-scenes diplomacy.
Kremlin confirms high-level U.S. diplomatic visit as momentum builds for Ukraine peace negotiations. Latest developments in Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Leaked transcript reveals Trump envoy Steve Witkoff coached Putin's adviser on how to pitch a Ukraine peace plan to the U.S. president. Details on the controversial negotiations and the proposed 28-point plan.
President Trump sends envoys to Moscow for Ukraine peace talks as his administration pushes deal requiring territorial concessions. Latest developments on the diplomatic breakthrough.