Russia-Ukraine war
Democratic Senator Blasts Trump's Post Slamming Zelensky as 'Disgusting Betrayal': 'The President's Surrender is Pathetic and Weak'
Trump's social media post disparaging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky—a longtime ally to the United States—sparked a harsh rebuke from Sen. Blumenthal.
US And Russia Hold Talks In Saudi, No Seat For Ukraine
Both sides downplayed expectations of a breakthrough in this first high-level meeting between the countries since US President Donald Trump took office.
Senior White House Official Says Ukraine's Zelensky is Being 'Short-Sighted' For Not Agreeing To Give U.S. Access To Rare Earths
The U.S. proposed Ukraine allow the U.S. use of its rare earth minerals as "compensation" for previous military aid as well as future aid
Senate Republican Says Pete Hegseth Made 'Rookie Mistake' Right Off the Bat With Ukraine
"I don't know who wrote the speech," said Senator Wicker of Hegseth's comments on Ukraine. "It's the kind of thing Tucker Carlson could have written, and Carlson is a fool"
Financial Strain Forcing Ukrainians To Return Home Despite Risk: Red Cross
Declining international support is driving many refugees into "severe hardship", warned the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).
Trump Says He Had 'Great Talks With Russia and Ukraine,' Claims 'Good Possibility' of Ending War
Trump announced early Thursday that he had "great talks" with both Putin and Zelenskyy, raising hopes of a possible end to the nearly three-year war in Ukraine.
Asian Stocks Rise, Oil Falls As Trump Fans Ukraine Peace Hopes
The US president said he expected to meet his Russian counterpart in Saudi Arabia "in the not too distant future" to find a route to ending the three-year conflict, which has fanned geopolitical fears and energy costs.
US Denies Trump Peace Push A 'Betrayal' Of Ukraine
"There is no betrayal there. There is a recognition that the whole world and the United States is invested and interested in peace," US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said ahead of a meeting with his NATO counterparts in Brussels.
Seoul Says N. Korea Has Given Russia 200 Long-range Artillery Pieces
North Korea could "additionally supply troops, weapons and ammunition going forward", said the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
Russia Is 'On the Brink of a Breakup' With the US Following Trump's Claims About 'Good Relationship' With Putin: Kremlin
Russia stated its relationship with the US is "balancing on the brink of a breakup," during a press conference Monday morning.
US Army Takes Ukraine Drone Warfare Notes In Bavaria
Both Moscow and Kyiv use them for armed attacks as well as surveillance, making it hard for combatants to hide.
Trump Says Putin Told Him He 'Wants to See People Stop Dying' in Russia-Ukraine War
Donald Trump revealed Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to see the Russia-Ukraine war end before taking a swipe at former President Joe Biden.
Russian Musician Joins Long List of Putin Critics to Die in 'Fall From Window' After Calling Russian Leader a 'Bastard'
A Russian musician who repeatedly condemned Russia's war on Ukraine mysteriously "fell" out of a window, marking the latest inexplicable death of a public figure criticizing the Russian government.
'Irresponsible' Or 'Antiwar': US Fighters In Ukraine Grapple With Trump
The United States has been Ukraine's biggest military backer since Russia invaded in February 2022, and President Volodymyr Zelensky said it would have lost the war without that support.
Trump Says Zelensky 'Shouldn't Have Allowed' War With Russia to Happen, Takes Jab at Ukrainian Leader: 'He's No Angel'
While simultaneously commending him for his bravery, President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for not striking a deal with Russia at the start of the war.
North Korean Soldier Nearly Killed After Refusing to Drop Sausage While Surrendering to Ukrainian Forces
A North Korean soldier nearly died after refusing to surrender his sausage at gunpoint when captured by Ukrainian forces.
Kremlin Ready For 'Mutually Respectful' Trump Talks
Expectations are high that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Trump will soon hold a phone call to discuss the conflict, after the Republican pledged on the campaign trail to bring a swift end to the fighting.
'We Can Do It the Easy Way or the Hard Way': Trump Threatens Putin If He Doesn't End 'Ridiculous War'
Trump urges Putin to end the Ukraine war by threatening sanctions against Russia.
Trump Silent on Russia-Ukraine War as He Breaks Campaign Promise to End Conflict in 24 Hours
President Trump faces criticism for breaking his campaign promise to end the Russia-Ukraine war in 24 hours.
Russia Running Out of Money, Could Lose Ability to Fund War: Top Economist
Russia is running out of money and could lose its ability to continue funding its war with Ukraine, according to a top economist.
Seoul Says 300 North Korean Soldiers Killed Fighting Ukraine
Seoul has previously claimed North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent more than 10,000 soldiers as "cannon fodder" to help Moscow fight Kyiv, in return for Russian technical assistance for Pyongyang's heavily sanctioned weapons and satellite programmes.
Russia Says Ukraine Targeted Infrastructure Of Gas Pipeline To Turkey
The allegation -- which Kyiv has not commented on -- comes amid an escalating energy row between the two countries, almost three years after Russia launched its full-scale military offensive.
Ukraine Allies To Hold Last Defence Meet Before Trump Takes Office
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin is expected to announce a substantial new military aid package for Kyiv at the 25th such talks at Ramstein Air Base that will include representatives from some 50 countries.
Russia Says Captured Key Town In Eastern Ukraine
Moscow has been pressing hard in eastern Ukraine, and the claimed capture of the industrial town is a major boost for its forces just two weeks before US President-elect Donald Trump comes to power, having vowed to strike a peace deal.
Zelensky Vows Ukraine Will Do Everything In 2025 To Stop Russia
The Ukrainian leader's address caps a difficult year for the war-battered country which has been fending off a better-resourced Russian army for nearly three years.
Putin Avoids Taking Blame for Azerbaijan Airlines Fatal Crash in Russian Airspace, Apologizes to Aliyev for 'Tragic Incident'
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare public apology on Saturday following the fatal crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight in Russian airspace.
Poland Makes Weapons Training Mandatory for Schoolkids as Threat of Russian Invasion Escalates
Poland has introduced mandatory firearm training and basic first aid for schoolchildren, as fears of Russian aggression loom over the country.
Ambushes And Nostalgia On Banks Of Frontline Ukraine River
Now, nearly three years into Russia's invasion, Kremlin forces have brought panic and destruction to its banks in a war of attrition that has pit invader and defender on opposing banks.
'At Least 100 North Koreans Killed' Fighting For Russia: Seoul
At least 100 North Koreans deployed to support Russia's war effort in Ukraine have been killed since entering combat in December, South Korean lawmaker Lee Seong-kweun told reporters Thursday.
Zelensky Huddles With European Leaders As Trump Looms
The gathering due in the evening was set to bring together German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Polish leader Donald Tusk, Italian premier Giorgia Meloni and Denmark's Mette Frederiksen and could also include French President Emmanuel Macron.