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Russia-Ukraine peace talks collapse amid new demands

The first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine since the early weeks of Moscow's 2022 invasion concluded on Friday after less than two hours, according to reports from the Turkish Foreign Ministry and a senior Ukrainian official. Kyiv accused the Kremlin of introducing new "unacceptable......

Russia and Ukraine resume peace talks after three years

On May 16 in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators met for their first direct peace discussions in over three years, amid growing pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to resolve the conflict in Europe’s deadliest war since World War II. The meeting took place at Dolmabahce Palace by......

UN Aviation Body Says Russia Must Be Held Accountable for MH17 Downing

The United Nations' aviation authority has concluded that Russia is responsible for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, which resulted in the deaths of all 298 people on board. The aircraft, en route from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur, was struck by a Russian-made BUK missile over the......

Ukraine reports over 100 Russian drones launched despite ceasefire proposals

Ukraine has claimed that Russia launched a wave of over 100 drones overnight, disregarding attempts by Kyiv and its allies to convince Moscow to initiate a 30-day ceasefire. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, 55 of the 108 drones fired by Russia since Sunday night (11 p.m. local time) were shot down.......

Putin Proposes Direct Russia-Ukraine Talks in Istanbul on May 15

Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed resuming direct peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul on May 15, emphasizing there would be no preconditions. His goal, he said, is to secure a lasting peace and address the fundamental causes behind the three-year war. This announcement came shortly after......

Ukraine's enduring struggle: a modern fight for existence

Kyiv – As Ukraine prepares to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany, parallels between the historic conflict and the ongoing war against Russia are increasingly evident. Yuriy Savchuk, director of Ukraine's War Museum, draws striking comparisons between the resilience......

The world's top 6 military powers in 2025

In the ever-shifting theatre of global geopolitics, military might remains a crucial barometer of national influence. As 2025 unfolds, six nations stand apart, each commanding formidable arsenals and strategic depth. Measured by the Global Firepower Index, these military powers shape not only the balance......

Oil prices drop following unexpected OPEC+ output increase

Oil prices dropped sharply after key OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, announced an increase in production of 411,000 barrels per day for June. This follows a similar decision the previous month that had already triggered a decline in prices. The price of Brent crude dipped nearly four......

Russia offers to mediate in India-Pakistan tensions

In a significant diplomatic gesture, Russia has expressed its readiness to assist in resolving the ongoing conflict between New Delhi and Islamabad. This affirmation came from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a recent telephone conversation with his Pakistani counterpart, Ishaq Dar. The......