Macron Warns of Russia’s Predatory Nature Amidst Ongoing Conflict On August 19, 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron declared that Russia represents a predatory force, stating it is a “cannibal at our gates”
Moscow has allegedly received up to 4,610 tons of Iranian weapons between November 1 and 28, 2024, according to an investigation published on August 18, 2025, by the independent Russian outlet Meduza. The
The U.S. president treats Latin America as his backyard, endangering peace across the continent, the AAJ stated. This week, the American Association of Jurists (AAJ), an NGO with consultative status before the
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that new sanctions may be imposed on Russia if a peace deal regarding Ukraine is not reached ahead of a critical White House meeting,
Vladimir Putin arrived in Alaska, receiving a red carpet welcome, fighter jet escort, and a warm handshake. The summit’s location is ironic, given Russia’s lingering regret over its sale of Alaska to
Alaska Meeting Falls Short of Expectations Amid Continued Conflict The meeting in Alaska has disappointed not only those genuinely seeking an end to the war—Ukraine and Europe—but also the Russian business community,
A diplomatic earthquake shook the global response to the war in Ukraine on August 5, 2025, as former U.S. President Donald Trump engaged in a high-level, hour-long phone call with Ukrainian President
European Leaders Commit to Ongoing Sanctions Against Russia European leaders have pledged to sustain pressure on Russia through sanctions, following a summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The leaders emphasized
Belgian lawmakers convened a reckoning over the country’s paralysed policy stance on Gaza at an emergency parliamentary committee hearing on Thursday that cut short the summer break and drew Belgian Foreign Minister
Trump and Putin Set for High-Stakes Meeting in Anchorage U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin today, August 15, at Elmendorf-Richardson Air Force Base in Anchorage,
Venezuelan Official Rejects U.S. Claims of Seized Assets Venezuela’s Minister of the Interior and Justice, Diosdado Cabello, dismissed accusations from the United States regarding the seizure of over $700 million in assets
France, Germany and the U.K. warn they will trigger the Iran nuclear deal’s snapback mechanism by the end of August unless direct talks with Tehran restart.
Beijing has imposed sanctions on two European Union-based banks as retaliation for the EU’s sanctions on certain Chinese lenders linked to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This action fulfills China’s commitment to respond,
The European powers have notified the United Nations of their readiness to reimpose UN-sanctioned measures on Iran concerning its nuclear program if a diplomatic resolution is not achieved by the end of
Trump and Putin Prepare for Alaska Meeting to Discuss Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska on Friday to discuss a potential
Brussels – European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas asserted on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin lacks genuine interest in negotiating a peace settlement for Ukraine, claiming he is merely “pretending”
If You Resist U.S. Domination, You Will Be Attacked, CODEPINK Warns The U.S. pacifist organization CODEPINK condemned a recent escalation in hostilities against Venezuela by the Trump administration, which has offered a
Moscow – A critical meeting is underway at the Kremlin between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin, as reported by Russian media. Witkoff’s arrival in Moscow on Wednesday coincides
Venezuelan Vice President Calls Out U.S. Blockade Impact On August 8, 2025, Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez met with Mame Mandiaye Niang, deputy prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), to highlight
Donald Trump’s imposition of historically unprecedented tariffs this week marked the dawn of a new geopolitical era – and Europe barely noticed. The US president’s sweeping levies, which included the world’s inaugural
Friday is the Deadline Set by Washington for Russia to End the Conflict in Ukraine or Face New Sanctions On August 8, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Russia has until Friday
Trump Moves Towards Ukraine Ceasefire Talks U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to meet with Vladimir Putin as early as next week, with the possibility of a tripartite discussion that will
Russia May Suspend Aerial Bombings but Not Ground Offensive in Donbas During a nearly three-hour meeting on August 6, Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff discussed potential resolutions
US Special Envoy Witkoff Arrives in Moscow Amid Heightened Tensions US Special Envoy for the President, Steve Witkoff, landed in Moscow on Wednesday, August 6, where he was greeted by Kirill Dmitriev,
The administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump ignored sanctions imposed under Joe Biden’s administration aimed at constraining the Russian economy, allowing the Kremlin to rebuild its military and sustain its war
Flemish Parties Demand Suspension of Support for Israeli Investment Two governing parties in Flanders, CD&V and Vooruit, have formally requested an immediate cessation of support from Flanders Investment and Trade (FIT) for
On August 1, 2025, Russia’s Ministry of Energy officially acknowledged a nationwide increase in gasoline prices, stating the rise remains within the limits of overall inflation. The announcement comes amid growing public
On August 1, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko on Valaam Island, announcing readiness to end the war in Ukraine under conditions outlined in June 2024. These
Trump Announces New Sanctions on Russia Amidst Ongoing Conflict US President Donald Trump has outlined an intention to impose fresh sanctions on Russia, despite acknowledging Moscow’s ability to effectively mitigate their impact.,
José Borrell Accuses EU Leaders of Complicity in Gaza Violence The EU’s former foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has accused his previous boss Ursula von der Leyen and other EU leaders of
India’s state-owned oil refiners have suspended purchases of Russian crude and petroleum products, marking a major shift in global energy flows and dealing a potential blow to Moscow’s war-fueled revenues. Trump’s sanctions
Belgian Organizations Demand Immediate Government Action on Gaza Situation Dozens of organizations are urging coalition parties Vooruit, CD&V, and Les Engagés to take immediate action regarding the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza
British envoy calls for coordinated measures to isolate Russia’s war economy July 31, 2025 — The United Kingdom has urged the international community to intensify efforts against support for Russia’s military-industrial complex, framing
US Imposes Sanctions on Palestinian Leadership Amid Escalating Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza The Trump administration has announced sanctions against the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) and the Palestinian Authority (PA), accusing them of
Zelensky Addresses Ongoing Battles in Pokrovsk Direction President Volodymyr Zelensky reported on the situation in the Pokrovsk direction, where fierce clashes with occupying forces are ongoing. Ukrainian troops are holding their positions,
On July 30, 2025, the United States Treasury Department imposed sweeping sanctions on a vast network of over 50 vessels and more than 50 individuals and entities involved in illicit oil transport
EU’s Response to Gaza Escalation Hampered by Internal Divisions Deep divisions within the European Union (EU) regarding its Middle East policy are delaying the implementation of sanctions against Israel amid the worsening
Russian banks have begun to indiscriminately freeze customer accounts for up to six months, citing new anti-fraud legislation signed into law by President Vladimir Putin in late June. The measure, intended to target so-called “droppers” —
Russia’s capacity to wage a high-tech war is faltering as domestic production of drones collapses under mounting pressure from Ukrainian strikes and deepening economic strain. Official data released by Rosstat shows a
Israeli Intellectuals Urge Ceasefire and Sanctions Against Government Amid Gaza Conflict A prominent group of Israeli public figures, including former Knesset President Avraham Burg and ex-Attorney General Michael Ben-Yair, has called for
Germany Considers Sanctions Against Israel Amid Gaza Crisis Germany is contemplating support for imposing sanctions against Israel in response to escalating reports of starvation and violence affecting Palestinians in Gaza, diplomats have
U.S. President Donald Trump issued a sharply reduced ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland. Speaking after bilateral talks, Trump declared that
Sanctioned Russian officials welcomed in Switzerland under exception for interparliamentary event On July 27, Russian Federation Council chairwoman Valentina Matvienko arrived in Geneva to attend the 14th Summit of Women Speakers of
EU Moves Toward Sanctions Against Israel Amid Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza For over two years, the European Union supported Israel amidst its conflict with Hamas in Gaza, despite rising civilian casualties. However,
Trump Issues Ultimatum to Putin Amid Ongoing Tensions Russian President Vladimir Putin is unlikely to take seriously the new ultimatum issued by U.S. President Donald Trump, which demands an agreement for a
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: Trump Losing Patience on Ukraine Conflict U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that President Donald Trump is “losing patience” and is ready to take action
Russia’s central bank is preparing to lower its key interest rate further as the country’s economy shows growing signs of fatigue, Western economists told Bloomberg. The move could come as early as
Brussels presses Beijing to stop aiding Russia’s war machine At the EU–China summit in Beijing on July 24, European Union leaders called on China to use its influence on the Kremlin to help
Russia’s largest industrial producers are shifting to four-day workweeks amid signs of a worsening economic downturn and declining domestic demand. On July 23, carmaker AvtoVAZ announced it may move to a reduced
CD&V Leader Calls for Sanctions Against Israel Amid Government Tensions Sammy Mahdi, the leader of the Christian Democratic and Flemish (CD&V) party, has expressed frustration over the perceived “hypocritical stance” of certain
The third meeting between Ukrainian and Russian delegations is scheduled for July 23 in Istanbul. Kyiv aims to advance concrete steps toward ending the conflict, focusing on the return of prisoners of
In the early hours of July 21, Russia launched a massive combined missile strike against Kyiv, damaging residential buildings, a kindergarten, and other civilian sites. Moscow continues to falsely claim these are
New European Sanctions Against Russia Approved Russia will work to minimize the impact of the latest European sanctions, government spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on Friday. This announcement came following the European Union’s
In a late-night Facebook post, Slovak PM Robert Fico announced he will drop his veto on the EU’s 18th sanctions package against Russia, facilitating its approval today, reports 24brussels. In the capital
US Senators Discuss Sanctions Against Russia Amid Trump’s Uncertain Stance The Senate is currently evaluating a bill proposing strict sanctions against Russia and its allies following President Donald Trump’s recent comments on
Ukrainian President Zelensky Critiques Trump’s Perception of Putin Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asserted that U.S. leader Donald Trump has recognized that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is “lying” to him. Zelensky made these
On July 15, 2025, global media continued intense discussions around US President Donald Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Russia, sending a strong message of Western cohesion amid ongoing tensions. According to The New York
Czech Prime Minister Urges Slovakia to Support EU Sanctions Against Russia Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala has urged Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to refrain from obstructing the EU’s 18th sanctions package
UN Condemns US Sanctions on Human Rights Rapporteur The United Nations has condemned the US sanctions imposed on Francesca Albanese, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in the occupied Palestinian territories,
Ukraine’s President Zelensky Claims Russia Uninterested in Ceasefire Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that Moscow remains uninterested in ending the war and will continue its military operations. This statement was made
In a striking departure from his longstanding rhetoric, former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly acknowledged on July 8 the need to support Ukraine with defensive weapons, calling out Russian President Vladimir Putin’s
On July 7, senior U.S. Congressman French Hill sharply criticized the European Council for failing to take concrete action on Ukraine recovery financing, despite possessing the means to do so. In a
Ukraine Imposes Sanctions on Individuals and Entities from Russia On Sunday, July 6, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the introduction of sanctions against legal entities and individuals from the Russian Federation, following a
The Russian passenger car market shrank by 27% in the first half of 2025, as a toxic mix of high interest rates, falling household incomes, and deepening economic uncertainty continue to erode
Alarm grows over credit risks and default levels Russia’s banking sector is privately warning of a systemic debt crisis within the next 12 months, as high interest rates and war-related spending push
Rubio Acknowledges Russia’s Role in Delaying Ukraine Peace Talks During a recent dinner, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio reportedly highlighted to his European counterparts that Russia is obstructing peace negotiations to resolve the
Escalating Violence in Ukraine Amid U.S. Strategic Shifts Russia launched a missile attack on Dnipro, resulting in significant destruction and casualties, shortly after a deadly strike in Kyiv that killed nine individuals
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Criticizes Putin’s Stance on Peace German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated on June 24 that Russian President Vladimir Putin shows no interest in achieving peace while continuing attacks on
European Union Considers Sanctions Over Georgian Opposition Leaders’ Convictions The European Union is evaluating sanctions against judges in Georgia following the imprisonment of four opposition leaders for failing to testify before parliament.
On June 20, 2025, Alexander Shokhin, head of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs (RSPP), delivered a stark warning at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum. He declared that the prolonged period of high interest
Despite a rise in oil prices, Russia’s economy finds itself in a paradoxical bind. Since June 13, 2025, the price of Urals crude—Russia’s primary export blend—has surged past the G7-imposed cap of $60 per barrel. But
As General Keith Kellogg, a close adviser to Donald Trump, prepares for a discreet trip to Belarus to meet with Alexander Lukashenko, questions swirl about the real purpose behind this unexpected move. Officially labeled a “private
In a stunning shift on the global chessboard, Russia has distanced itself from Iran at a moment of maximum geopolitical tension, shaking the foundation of what was once declared a “strategic partnership.” As violence intensifies in
The European Commission unveiled a draft law on Tuesday that would see an end to Russian gas imports to the European Union by late 2027. Baning imports through law rather than sanctions
On Wednesday, Belgian prime minister Bart De Wever rejected British calls to seize frozen Russian central bank assets to support Ukraine. He warned that doing so carries serious financial and geopolitical risks.
According to the analytical institute Robert Lansing Institute (RLI), Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán—long known as a promoter of Russian interests within the EU—has recently ramped up efforts to bypass sanctions against Russia.
Belgium, together with Slovenia, is calling for the European Union’s blocking statute to be invoked as a response to the recent US sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court (ICC). The European Commission
Amid the ongoing war initiated by Russia against Ukraine, narratives suggesting Ukraine’s “inevitable” defeat are becoming increasingly frequent. However, leading U.S. politicians — notably Republican Senator Lindsey Graham — firmly reject these
For three years, the world has been living under the shadow of the war unleashed by Russia against Ukraine — a conflict that has deeply reshaped the landscape of global political dynamics. Despite Ukraine’s declared
According to The Wall Street Journal, US president Donald Trump admitted to European leaders that Russian president Vladimir Putin is not ready to end the war in Ukraine. Trump reportedly did so
Belgium’s core cabinet has reached a consensus on its position regarding the crisis in Gaza. It has agreed to endorse humanitarian actions and support the prospect of EU-level sanctions ahead of Tuesday’s
The first direct peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow since 2022 are taking place in Istanbul. Ukrainian Defence minister Rustem Umerov, Foreign minister Andrii Sybiha and Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of cabinet Andriy
In the heart of Europe, Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has become much more than just a dissenting voice within the EU. His strategic maneuvers have evolved into a calculated game that actively undermines Western
China is lifting sanctions on members of the European Parliament (MEPs), its president Roberta Metsola announced on Wednesday. China is increasingly seeking rapprochement with the EU amid its trade war with the
Beijing’s official policy of “neutrality” regarding the war in Ukraine is increasingly diverging from reality. While Chinese diplomats talk about peace and call for negotiations, Chinese companies are quietly supplying Russia’s military
In recent decades, Europe has become accustomed to peaceful coexistence and mutually beneficial economic relations. However, since the start of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, the entire continent has found itself under threat,
In the night of April 24, 2025, Russia launched one of its largest missile and drone attacks on Kyiv since the war began. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that 215 air targets
While the European Union continues to impose sanctions on Russia, Hungary is carving out a unique path of cooperation with the Kremlin—one that increasingly resembles a large-scale corruption scheme. The latest meeting
Russia does not seek a real compromise with the West, instead, Putin “laughs” at America and wants to weaken it, writes Andrew Chahoyan, a professor at the University of Amsterdam and former
Washington remains firm in its strategy to contain Russia The administration of President Donald Trump is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. While Washington officially supports
The Rwandan government has announced an immediate ban on all aid and cooperation from Belgian entities, following a recent deterioration in diplomatic relations between the two countries. The decision was reported by
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
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)
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
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
Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has actively used propaganda to justify its aggression. One of the key narratives has been the claim that the U.S. is allegedly
If Washington forces Kyiv into an openly unfavorable deal with Moscow, it will severely damage its reputation among allies. The political situation surrounding Russia’s war against Ukraine is becoming increasingly complex. Discussions
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