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Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity: No Concessions to the Aggressor
Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity: No Concessions to the Aggressor

Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity: No Concessions to the Aggressor

In the course of the war, Russia has not only engaged in military actions but also actively promotes ideas aimed at discrediting Ukraine and encouraging territorial concessions. One such idea is the
6 days ago
MEPs call for more support for “Three Seas Region”
MEPs call for more support for “Three Seas Region”

MEPs call for more support for “Three Seas Region”

MEPs have demanded dedicated EU funding to strengthen infrastructure, connectivity and resilience across the Three Seas region. This comes just ahead of the upcoming Three Seas Summit in Warsaw on 28–29 April.
7 days ago
US considers withdrawing up to 10,000 troops from Eastern Europe
US considers withdrawing up to 10,000 troops from Eastern Europe

US considers withdrawing up to 10,000 troops from Eastern Europe

The US Department of Defence is considering withdrawing thousands of military personnel from Eastern Europe, NBC News reports, citing six anonymous US and European government sources.  The Trump administration wants to recall
2 weeks ago
Russia wants to freeze the war: where will it lead?
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Russia wants to freeze the war: where will it lead?

Russia is actively promoting the idea of a temporary cessation of hostilities, but experts warn that this is only a tactical pause to prepare a new offensive. France, the Netherlands, Latvia and
1 month ago
Russian drone strikes on Kyiv kill 3, injure 10
Russian drone strikes on Kyiv kill 3, injure 10

Russian drone strikes on Kyiv kill 3, injure 10

Kyiv – According to local Ukrainian officials and emergency services, at least three people were killed, including a five-year-old child, after Russia launched a barrage of drones hitting Kyiv overnight on Sunday.
1 month ago
Kremlin sabotages peace talks: new unacceptable demands on Ukraine
Kremlin sabotages peace talks: new unacceptable demands on Ukraine

Kremlin sabotages peace talks: new unacceptable demands on Ukraine

Negotiations between Russia’s representatives and international mediators have once again reached a deadlock. The Kremlin continues to make ultimatum demands that have nothing to do with a genuine peace process. Sources familiar
1 month ago
Trump's Peace Initiative: Ceasefire or Deferred Threat?
Trump's Peace Initiative: Ceasefire or Deferred Threat?

Trump’s Peace Initiative: Ceasefire or Deferred Threat?

March 2025 Donald Trump’s proposal for a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine has provoked a mixed reaction in the international community. Although the former US president himself claims that it is possible to
1 month ago
Russia's Medvedev compares Germany's Merz to Nazi Goebbels
Russia's Medvedev compares Germany's Merz to Nazi Goebbels

Russia’s Medvedev compares Germany’s Merz to Nazi Goebbels

Former Russian President Medvedev compared Friedrich Merz, Germany’s likely next chancellor, to Nazi propaganda chief Joseph Goebbels. Meanwhile, Moscow has declared another German political organization “undesirable.” “You’re not in power yet but
1 month ago
Ukraine updates: Trump, Putin agree on 30-day energy truce
Ukraine updates: Trump, Putin agree on 30-day energy truce

Ukraine updates: Trump, Putin agree on 30-day energy truce

The two leaders agreed on a 30-day ceasefire for energy and infrastructure. Additional negotiations are set to begin “immediately” in the Middle East, the White House said. Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump agreed in
1 month ago
People gather at the memorial and protest held by the Tisza party on the anniversary of the 1848/49 Hungarian Revolution. (Photo by Balint Szentgallay/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Hungary at a Crossroads: Struggle for Democracy or Path to Dictatorship?

On March 15, 2025, Budapest became the scene of mass protests, once again demonstrating the complexity of the country’s situation. Tens of thousands of people took to the streets to protest against
1 month ago
The U.S. Does Not Demand Ukraine’s Surrender: Political Realities and Kremlin Manipulations
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Ukraine and the USA: Partnership, Not Capitulation

Recently, discussions about a possible ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia have intensified in the media. The Kremlin is pushing narratives suggesting that the West is allegedly forcing Kyiv into capitulation. However, the
1 month ago
Ukraine ceasefire: What do Russia, US, EU want?
Ukraine ceasefire: What do Russia, US, EU want?

Ukraine ceasefire: What do Russia, US, EU want?

Washington and Kyiv are both pushing for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but so far Russia has rejected the proposal. What interests are at play here — for Russia, Ukraine, the
1 month ago
China, Russia, Iran diplomats hold nuclear talks
China, Russia, Iran diplomats hold nuclear talks

China, Russia, Iran diplomats hold nuclear talks

Senior diplomats from China, Russia and Iran have gathered in Beijing to talk about Iran’s nuclear program. China has called for a “diplomatic” Iran nuclear solution. Diplomats from China, Russia and Iran met in Beijing
1 month ago

Fico on the Zelensky-Trump Meeting

Robert Fico’s statement about the meeting between Trump and Zelensky reflects his pragmatic approach to Slovakia’s foreign policy and does not hide his ties with Russia. Fico clearly states that Slovakia will
2 months ago