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EU member states agree to extend temporary protection Ukrainian refugees

The European member states have on Friday given the green light to extend temporary protection for Ukrainian asylum seekers by one year, until March 2027. In Belgium, more than 93,000 Ukrainians are

2 months ago

Ukraine·World

Belgian PM pushes back on UK pressure to seize frozen Russian assets

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.

2 months ago

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Poland Reaffirms Support for Ukraine Amid Political Shift, Says FM Sikorski

Despite a political shakeup following the presidential victory of conservative candidate Krzysztof Nawrocki, Poland’s foreign policy stance on Ukraine remains unchanged. Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski made it clear: Poland is staying the course in supporting

2 months ago

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Russian Terror Escalates: Massive Nighttime Strikes on Ukrainian Cities Cause New Civilian Casualties

Kyiv, June 6 – While Moscow talks about “peace,” the brutal reality on the ground tells a different story. On the night of Wednesday to Thursday, Russia launched one of the heaviest airstrikes in

2 months ago

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EU proposes extension of temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees

The European Commission proposed on Wednesday to extend the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainian refugees. It also proposed several measures to support Ukrainian nationals in the longer term. Shortly after Russia’s invasion

2 months ago

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Ukraine and Russia meet in Istanbul for second round of talks

New direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine began in Istanbul on Monday afternoon, one day after Ukraine launched an unprecedented drone attack on Russian warplanes. TV footage showed delegations from both sides

2 months ago

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Operation “Web”: Ukraine Launches Devastating Drone Strike on Russian Airbases

June 1, 2025 marked a dramatic shift in modern warfare. In one of the boldest and most technologically advanced operations of the war, Ukraine carried out a massive drone attack on key Russian strategic aviation

2 months ago

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Zelensky confirms Ukrainian participation in talks with Russia in Istanbul as clashes continue

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukraine will send representatives to a new round of direct talks with Russia in Istanbul on Monday. Zelensky announced on Sunday via X that Defence

2 months ago

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The Myth of Ukraine’s Defeat as a Tool of Russian Propaganda: A Geopolitical Analysis of U.S. Senators’ Statements

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

2 months ago

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Three Years of War: Global Implications and the Call for Unified Western Action

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

2 months ago

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Germany Commits Record €5 Billion Aid to Ukraine in First Meeting Between Zelensky and Chancellor Merz

A powerful diplomatic handshake in Berlin On May 28, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Germany’s new chancellor, Friedrich Merz, in Berlin — and the outcome was nothing short of historic. In a strong show

2 months ago

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Russia Launches Largest Aerial Assault of the War, Killing Civilians and Undermining Peace

Russia has carried out its most massive aerial attack since the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, launching an unprecedented 367 drones and missiles in a single wave. This escalation signals a deliberate and total rejection

2 months ago

Ukraine·World

Putin not ready for peace, Trump tells EU leaders behind closed doors

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

2 months ago

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The Transcarpathian Deal with Putin: The Price of Orbán’s Political Survival

We’ve long grown accustomed to the fact that Viktor Orbán — not to be confused with Hungary itself — has become a sort of Trojan horse within the European Union and NATO.

2 months ago

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Trump and Putin set for key telephonic talks on Ukraine war

Washington (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Monday, President Trump and Russian President Vladimir V. Putin are expected to discuss the war in Ukraine during a much-anticipated telephone call, which occurs amidst a

2 months ago

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Zelensky and Vance meet in Rome ahead of crucial Trump-Putin call

US vice president JD Vance met with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in Rome on Sunday, ahead of a planned call between US president Donald Trump and Russian president Vladimir Putin on Monday.

2 months ago

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Two-thirds of military aid to Ukraine to be provided through Belgian companies

The federal council of ministers has on Friday approved the Belgian military aid package to Ukraine for 2025, worth one billion euros in total. About two-thirds of the military aid, 645 million

2 months ago

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Ukrainian and Russian officials begin first direct peace talks in three years

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

2 months ago

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Orban Blames Ukraine to Distract from His Kremlin-Friendly Agenda

In a move that further isolates Hungary within the European Union, Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukraine of conducting a covert intelligence operation against his government. The Hungarian leader claimed the

3 months ago

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France and Germany set up joint defence and security council

France and Germany have agreed to set up a joint defence and security council that will meet regularly to discuss common strategic challenges, French president Emmanuel Macron announced on Wednesday. The initiative

3 months ago

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Ukraine’s Ceasefire Proposal Exposes the Kremlin’s Hollow Gestures

As Russia continues its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the two countries have once again offered competing visions of what a “ceasefire” really means — and the contrast could not be starker. Ukraine,

3 months ago

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Trump’s first 100 days: Brazen moves and global tensions

During the first 100 days of his second term, US president Donald Trump has dominated international headlines. His attempts at rapprochement with Russia, growing rifts within the transatlantic alliance and controversial plans

3 months ago

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Russia awaits Ukraine’s response to May ceasefire offer

Moscow – On Tuesday, the Kremlin stated that Ukraine had yet to reply to multiple proposals made by Russian President Vladimir Putin for direct peace talks. It remains uncertain if Ukraine will

3 months ago

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Putin announces temporary ceasefire, Ukraine responds with 30-day proposal

On the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Second World War, Russian president Vladimir Putin announced a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine. Later on Monday, Ukraine’s Foreign minister responded by

3 months ago

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China Claims to Be a Neutral Power. In Reality, It Helps Russia Prolong the War

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

3 months ago

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The EU as a Guarantee of Real Peace and Stability in Europe

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,

3 months ago

Ukraine·World

Why American Support for Ukraine and NATO Matters

The night of April 23–24, 2025, marked one of the heaviest attacks on Ukraine in recent months. Before dawn, air raid sirens blared across Kyiv and more than a dozen other cities

3 months ago

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“Vladimir, stop”: Trump’s first appeal to Putin after the massive terrorist attack on Kyiv

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

3 months ago

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Ukraine’s Defense Forces Face Disinformation — But Maintain Strategic Resilience

While Ukraine’s defenders hold the line in one of the largest wars of the 21st century, an equally aggressive battle unfolds in the media. Russia’s attempts to discredit and dehumanize the Ukrainian

3 months ago

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Peace dictated by an aggressor is not peace — it’s a delay of the next war

Europe knows this lesson too well. Appeasement has never brought lasting peace. It has only emboldened the next tyrant. Today, Ukraine is not just defending its own borders — it is protecting

3 months ago

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Ukraine and allies demand ceasefire before entering peace talks with Russia

Ukraine and several European allies have told the United States that any negotiations over a peace agreement with Russia should be preceded by an immediate ceasefire and firm security guarantees for Kyiv,

3 months ago

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Zelensky renews call for ‘immediate, full and unconditional’ ceasefire

On Wednesday, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his country’s call for an “immediate, full and unconditional” ceasefire as European leaders gathered in London for a peace summit. Referring to a proposal originally

3 months ago

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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

3 months ago

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War against Ukraine: More than 31 Dead in Attack on Sumy

According to local authorities, at least 31 people were killed and many more injured in a Russian attack on the eastern Ukrainian city of Sumy. Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Sybiha called it

4 months ago

Politics·Ukraine

Ukraine at the forefront of the fight for international law and global security

The ongoing war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine is not only an attempt to destroy an independent state. It is a challenge to the fundamental principles of international law, the UN’s

4 months ago

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Ukraine — for a just peace, Russia — for a profitable pause: how the parties conduct negotiations

Despite the devastating consequences of the war unleashed by the Russian Federation, Ukraine consistently demonstrates openness to diplomacy — but only diplomacy based on the principles of justice, international law, and respect

4 months ago

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Without Ukraine — No Peace: Europe Guarantees Kyiv’s Participation in Negotiations

In today’s geopolitical landscape, where not only the fate of a single state but also the stability of the entire continent is at stake, leading European countries have clearly outlined red lines.

4 months ago

Politics·Ukraine

Peace, not at Ukraine’s expense: The United States rejects unilateral concessions as the basis for negotiations with Russia

One of the main fears that the Kremlin is trying to impose on Ukrainian society and the international community is the supposed existence of secret agreements in which Ukraine’s interests are gradually

4 months ago

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The U.S. Position: Supporting Ukraine is a Conscious Choice, Not a Tool for Compromises with the Aggressor

The claim that the United States is allegedly trying to impose terms on Ukraine that only benefit the Russian Federation does not withstand any criticism — neither logical nor factual. If Washington

4 months ago

Politics·Ukraine

Ukraine is not an object but a subject of negotiations: Kremlin disinformation and the position of the democratic world

In the midst of Russia’s full-scale aggression against Ukraine, a fierce battle is also being fought on the information front. One of the recurring narratives spread by Russian propaganda is the claim

4 months ago

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Belgium pledges €1 billion in annual aid to Ukraine as defence ties deepen

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has thanked Belgium for a new €1 billion support package announced during prime minister Bart De Wever’s first official visit to Ukraine on Tuesday. De Wever (N-VA) was

4 months ago

World

‘Putin is laughing at America’. Why the US should stop flirting with Russia – The Hill op-ed

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

4 months ago

World

Systematic Attacks on Civilian Population: A Policy of Terror and Escalation

In the past week, Russia has launched over 1460 guided bombs, 670 attack drones, and more than 30 missiles on Ukrainian territory. The intensity of these attacks indicates a deliberate campaign aimed

4 months ago

Ukraine

USA Increases Pressure on Russia: No Compromises at Ukraine’s Expense

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

4 months ago

World

Russia launches 150 glide bombs in huge attack on Ukraine

Kyiv – In a massive air assault, Ukrainian military officials reported that Vladimir Putin’s forces have fired more than 150 lethal glide bombs at Ukraine within the last day. Why did Russia

4 months ago

Ukraine

Ukraine as part of the European defense system

Brussels supports Ukraine’s deeper integration into the EU defense sector. In 2025, the European Commission presented the White Paper on European Defense – Readiness 2030, which states: These steps will allow Ukraine

4 months ago

Ukraine

ReArm Europe: a revolution in European defense

One of the main initiatives in 2025 is the launch of the ReArm Europe fund, aimed at accelerating the build-up of European defense capabilities. Its objectives: ReArm Europe will allow Europe to

4 months ago

Politics

EU expands military support for Ukraine

The European Union plays a key role in strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities. In recent months, Brussels has announced new military assistance programs, including the supply of ammunition, modernization of the Armed Forces,

4 months ago

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EU warns that Ukraine must participate in negotiations on its future

Brussels was wary of rumors about possible negotiations between the USA and Russia without Kiev’s participation. EU representatives emphasized that any decisions taken in such a format would not have international legitimacy.

4 months ago

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Belgium secure Nations League survival with victory over Ukraine

Belgium’s national football team will remain in the top tier of the UEFA Nations League after a 3-0 victory over Ukraine in Genk on Sunday evening. Goals from Maxim De Cuyper and

4 months ago

Sport

Keir Starmer backs Trump on Europe’s defence spending

London – UK PM Keir Starmer said U.S. President Donald Trump has a point that European nations must bear a greater burden for their collective self-defence, the New York Times reported. Starmer

4 months ago

World

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.

4 months ago

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Brussels, my love? A democratic Syria – realistic or just a pipe dream?

In this edition of our talk show from Brussels, the participants discuss the new beginning in Syria, the continuation of diplomacy in Ukraine and the allegations of bribery in connection with the

4 months ago

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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

4 months ago

Politics

Cessation of attacks on the energy system: a tactical pause for Ukraine, not a strategic compromise

The announced decrease in attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure has caused mixed reviews. Some see it as an attempt to reach a strategic compromise, but the reality is different: it is only

4 months ago

Ukraine

The West is not retreating: Ukraine receives stable military support

The Kremlin is trying to promote the idea that the West is allegedly tired of supporting Ukraine and that military aid is being reduced. However, the facts show the opposite: despite political

4 months ago

Politics

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

4 months ago

Ukraine

Belgium start life under new coach with tough defeat to Ukraine

Belgium lost their first game under new coach Rudi Garcia 3-1 to Ukraine on Thursday night, in the first round of the Nations League play-offs. If they don’t win the return leg,

4 months ago

Sport

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

4 months ago

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Ukraine updates: Expectations high ahead of Trump-Putin call

The leaders are due to speak during a telephone call about possibly ending the war in Ukraine. The Kremlin said the call will last as long as necessary.  Trump and Putin are

4 months ago

World

Ukraine: US and Russia’s top diplomats discuss ‘next steps’

Indicating a thaw in US-Russia relations, Marco Rubio and Sergey Lavrov spoke about further efforts to end the war in Ukraine as overnight aerial strikes continue. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia’s

4 months ago

World

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

5 months ago

World

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

5 months ago

Ukraine·World

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

5 months ago

Ukraine

Ukraine’s Capitulation to Russia Is Impossible: Consequences and Risks

Why Ukraine Will Not Surrender From the very first days of the war, Ukraine’s leadership has made its position clear: the country’s independence and sovereignty are non-negotiable. Any attempt at capitulation would

5 months ago

Ukraine

The U.S. Does Not Demand Ukraine’s Surrender: Political Realities and Kremlin Manipulations

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

5 months ago

Ukraine

Ukraine: Trump says negotiators headed to Russia ‘right now’

The US president said an American team would hold talks with Russian officials on a possible ceasefire with Ukraine. Meanwhile, European defense ministers are gathering in Paris to discuss the war. US

5 months ago

World

The USA and Ukraine Initiate Conflict Resolution Process

In Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), key negotiations took place between the USA and Ukraine, during which significant steps were made toward sustainable peace for Ukraine. Kyiv expressed its willingness to accept the 30-day

5 months ago

Ukraine

Washington’s Concessions to the Kremlin: Implications for Ukraine and the World

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

5 months ago

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Ukraine updates: Australia to consider peacekeeping mission

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his country would consider joining a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his country would consider joining a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. But

5 months ago

Ukraine

10,000 Ukrainian Soldiers at Risk of Encirclement in Kursk: Will Ukraine Withdraw Troops from Russia?

Ukraine is considering a potential withdrawal from Kursk to avoid further casualties. Ten thousand Ukrainian defenders are now at risk of encirclement after Russian forces broke through the front line and advanced

5 months ago

Breaking news·Ukraine

EU summit on Ukraine: Europe seems ready to spend on defense

From “watershed moment” to “turning point,” there’s been no shortage of declarations about the danger from Russia as the US turns on Ukraine and Europe. But did EU leaders rise to the

5 months ago

World

Agreement with the US: Why Ukraine Does Not Yield to Pressure but Shapes Its Own Victory Strategy

Russian Propaganda vs. RealityThe narrative that Ukraine is “forced to make a deal with the US” is a classic manipulation aimed at undermining trust in the Ukrainian government and its allies. The

5 months ago

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German election: Scholz meets Merz for talks on Ukraine

Leaders in Germany’s likely next coalition have met to discuss Ukraine policy and security. Outgoing Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock says she wants no leading role in her Green Party parliamentary group. Outgoing

5 months ago

Politics

Trump orders pause of US military aid to Ukraine

The suspension comes just days after Trump clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the White House. US President Donald Trump on Monday ordered a temporary suspension of US military aid to Ukraine. It comes

5 months ago

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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

5 months ago

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Poroshenko and the War: The Double Game of the Former President

Petro Poroshenko often presents himself as a staunch supporter of Ukraine, but looking at the facts, his role in the current war is far from straightforward. 1. Who really “allowed” the war?

5 months ago

Ukraine

Zelensky in Military Uniform: Symbol of Resilience or Violation of Diplomatic Protocol?

The question of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s choice of attire at official meetings continues to spark debate in the international press. A recent comment from a White House journalist stating that Zelensky

5 months ago

Ukraine

Orban Accused World Celebrities of “Paid Visits” to Ukraine, Fueling Doubts About His Independence

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban claimed that famous artists and Hollywood stars allegedly received multimillion-dollar payments from USAID for their trips to Kyiv. According to the politician, celebrities did not come out

5 months ago

Ukraine

Political Upheaval: Trump Changes Course and Risks Isolation

Donald Trump’s latest statements have sparked concern among world leaders. According to insiders, he has drastically shifted his rhetoric, directing criticism toward Ukraine and its president, Volodymyr Zelensky. This decision has triggered

5 months ago

Breaking news·Ukraine

Zelensky Stood Firm Against Pressure During Meeting with Trump in Washington

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Washington for negotiations with Donald Trump. The main topics of discussion were the future of U.S.-Ukrainian partnership and security guarantees for Ukraine. The meeting took place

5 months ago

Breaking news·Ukraine

Brave Sir Keir Runs Away from the Battle

LONDON – Almost exactly 50 years ago, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” hit cinemas – a mercilessly sarcastic parody of Britain’s national myth: King Arthur and the Knights of the Round

5 months ago

World

The Ukrainian people democratically elected Volodymyr Zelensky as President of Ukraine

Kyiv / Washington / Brussels – Ukraine remains a democratic state despite brutal Russian aggression. Volodymyr Zelensky was elected in free and transparent elections, recognized by the international community, and continues to

5 months ago

World

Western support for Ukraine is not weakening but transforming: aid to Kyiv is an investment in Europe’s security

Brussels / Washington / Kyiv – Despite internal political developments in some countries, Western support for Ukraine remains unchanged. The United States, the European Union, and their allies continue to supply weapons,

5 months ago

World

The Danger of Power Change in Ukraine: A Strategic Mistake That Could Destroy European Security

Recently, international circles have been actively discussing the possibility of replacing Ukraine’s leader amid the upcoming US elections and Donald Trump’s statements. However, such a scenario could be a fatal mistake, endangering

5 months ago

World

US President Donald Trump is once again at the center of a major scandal

In a recent speech, he made a provocative statement about the war in Ukraine, claiming that “Ukraine attacked Russia.” This assertion sparked a strong reaction from politicians and experts, as it was

5 months ago

World

Ukrainian Prisoners of War from Mariupol: Years in Captivity and Lack of Progress in Their Release

It has been several years since Ukrainian soldiers who defended Mariupol, including Azovstal, were captured. Despite numerous demonstrations and protests in Kyiv, the situation regarding their release remains unresolved. Families of the

7 months ago

Ukraine

NATO to coordinate security assistance and training for Ukraine

NATO will take the lead in coordinating security assistance and training for Ukrainian forces, it announced on Friday. NATO Defence ministers adopted the plan at a two-day meeting in Brussels. The plan

1 year ago

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