Ukraine and United States unveil peace framework amid renewed Russian assaults
Ukraine and the United States have jointly presented a detailed 20-point peace proposal to Russia, aiming to initiate the most comprehensive negotiations since the start of the conflict. The plan, developed during high-level discussions in Miami, outlines a potential path toward ending hostilities while defining long-term security, economic,......
Tensions rise in the Taiwan Strait as military maneuvers intensify
The waters of the Taiwan Strait have become a theater of heightened military activity, with near-daily incursions reported by Taiwan's Ministry of Defense. On Wednesday morning, five Chinese aircraft and eight naval vessels were detected near the island, including one that crossed the median line a de facto boundary in the South China......
The Great Flood leads Netflix with record 27.9 million views in debut week
South Korean sci-fi thriller The Great Flood has topped Netflix’s global rankings with an unprecedented 27.9 million views in its first week, marking the strongest opening for an international film launched on a Friday since the platform introduced its global viewing metrics. The production dominated charts in 54 countries,......
Venezuela adopts strict law targeting support for U.S. blockade amid rising tensions
Venezuela’s National Assembly has passed a new law imposing prison sentences of up to 20 years for individuals accused of supporting foreign-imposed sanctions or blockades against the nation. The legislation, titled Law to Guarantee Freedom of Navigation and Commerce Against Piracy, Blockades and Other International Unlawful Acts,......
Banksy’s stargazing children spotlight London’s housing divide
Banksy has revealed two new murals across London depicting children gazing toward the night sky images that have resonated deeply amid record levels of child homelessness in the United Kingdom. The first artwork appeared above a set of garages in Bayswater, while a near-identical version surfaced days later near the Centre Point tower......
Zelensky outlines proposal for demilitarized zone as part of renewed peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced a major move in peace efforts with Russia, unveiling a proposal to create a demilitarized zone in parts of eastern Donetsk. The plan calls for the withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from key front-line areas, provided Russian troops also retreat from nearby positions. Zelensky described the......
Allies express growing mistrust toward US global role
Western allies are showing increased skepticism toward the United States as a reliable global actor, with new polling indicating that public confidence in American leadership is steadily eroding across Canada and Western Europe. The trend reflects unease surrounding Washington's foreign policy direction and its political messaging toward......
Global scrutiny grows as North Korea tops record year for crypto thefts
North Korea-linked hackers stole more than $2 billion in digital assets in 2025, marking a record-breaking year for cybercrime in the cryptocurrency market. New data from several blockchain intelligence firms reveal that global cryptocurrency thefts reached an unprecedented $2.7 billion, underscoring the growing sophistication of state-backed......
Explosions strike Moscow site amid wave of targeted killings
Fresh explosions shook a southern Moscow neighborhood on Wednesday at the same location where Russian Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov was assassinated two days earlier. Local media reported multiple blasts and significant property damage, intensifying fears of renewed attacks within the capital. Sarvarov, who led the Russian General Staff’s......
Ukraine deploys high-speed, low-cost interceptor drones in new phase of defense strategy
Ukraine has unveiled a new generation of homegrown interceptor drones capable of reaching speeds of up to 400 kilometers per hour, marking a breakthrough in its fight against Russian aerial assaults. Developed with domestic innovation and volunteer support, these drones are transforming the cost and speed dynamics of modern warfare. The Kyiv-based......
Russia warns of nuclear disaster risk as tensions with NATO escalate
Russia has issued its starkest warning yet about the growing risk of a nuclear confrontation amid deteriorating relations with NATO, accusing Western powers of driving the world toward what it called potential “catastrophic consequences.” Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said during a speech at the Valdai International......
Peace talks in Miami show fragile progress as attacks intensify in Ukraine
Ukrainian and Russian delegations met in Miami over the weekend for renewed peace negotiations hosted at Mar-a-Lago, but the outcome revealed sharp divisions despite a slimmer proposal on the table. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the draft as "quite robust", while Moscow dismissed notions of any major progress.......
Ukraine targets Russian oil terminal as Moscow intensifies strikes on Odesa
A new wave of attacks has transformed the Black Sea into an expanding battlefield, as both Ukraine and Russia intensified operations targeting critical energy and maritime infrastructure. The recent strikes have drawn international attention due to their potential impact on energy security and global supply routes. Strategic facilities hit......
Ukraine retreats from Siversk after protracted battle with Russian forces
After more than three years of intense fighting, Ukrainian troops have withdrawn from the strategic city of Siversk in Donetsk Oblast, marking a significant tactical shift in the ongoing war. The withdrawal follows months of heavy combat that exhausted Ukrainian forces and inflicted high casualties on both sides. A costly defense Ukraine’s......
China strengthens control over global oil prices as strategic stockpiles reach record levels
China has emerged as the key force shaping global oil prices, overtaking OPEC+ by using large-scale crude imports and strategic stockpiling to stabilize and influence the market. As the world’s largest oil importer, Beijing now sets the effective boundaries for price fluctuations through inventory adjustments rather than production levels. Throughout......