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Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Russia to Engage in Peace Talks

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Russia to Engage in Peace Talks

Thu 15 May 2025 05:04 CEST

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha met with his US counterpart Marco Rubio in Turkish Antalya on Wednesday, ahead of Thursday's negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.

Putin to Skip Istanbul Talks, Russia Sends Lower-Level Delegation

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Putin to Skip Istanbul Talks, Russia Sends Lower-Level Delegation

Wed 14 May 2025 07:49 CEST

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is not on the list of the Kremlin's delegation to the talks in Istanbul on Thursday. Russia intends to negotiate at a significantly lower level and is letting a former culture minister and hardline advisor lead the talks

Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

Zelensky Heads to Ankara for Talks with Erdogan, Awaits Putin's Decision

Tue 13 May 2025 15:37 CEST

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj announces that he will meet Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara. He then hopes to meet Russia's leader Vladimir Putin

Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

Will Putin and Zelenskyj Meet This Week Amid Tensions?

Mon 12 May 2025 08:08 CEST

Much is unclear after the weekend's developments about an impending top-level meeting between Ukraine and Russia. In London, a number of European ministers are gathering today for "critical" talks about "pushing back against Russian aggression"

India and Pakistan Trade Ceasefire Violation Accusations in Kashmir

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India and Pakistan Trade Ceasefire Violation Accusations in Kashmir

Sat 10 May 2025 14:00 CEST

Only hours after India and Pakistan agreed on a ceasefire, explosions were heard in the Indian-controlled part of Kashmir. India accuses Pakistan of violations

80 Arrested at Pro-Palestinian Protest at Columbia University

80 Arrested at Pro-Palestinian Protest at Columbia University

Thu 8 May 2025 08:12 CEST

A large number of people have been arrested in connection with a pro-Palestinian demonstration at Columbia University in New York.

US Closes Jerusalem Office for Palestinian Affairs

US Closes Jerusalem Office for Palestinian Affairs

Tue 6 May 2025 21:48 CEST

The USA is closing a liaison office for Palestinian issues in Jerusalem. The decision is seen as symbolic support for Israel's stance in the Middle East

Trump Uncertain About Upholding Constitution: "I'm Not a Lawyer"

Trump Uncertain About Upholding Constitution: "I'm Not a Lawyer"

Mon 5 May 2025 08:05 CEST

I don't know. That's what Donald Trump repeatedly answered when he was pressed on TV about whether, as president, he had to uphold the US Constitution

Marco Rubio Takes Over as Trump's National Security Adviser

Marco Rubio Takes Over as Trump's National Security Adviser

Sat 3 May 2025 09:02 CEST

He is not only the Minister for Foreign Affairs and temporary head of USAID and the American National Archives. When President Donald Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz now leaves his post, Marco Rubio steps in and replaces him

Germany and USA Clash Over AFD's Right-Wing Extremism Label

Germany and USA Clash Over AFD's Right-Wing Extremism Label

Sat 3 May 2025 05:17 CEST

The USA's Vice President JD Vance accuses Germany of having "built a new Berlin Wall" – after the country's intelligence agency classified the high nationalist party Alternative for Germany (AFD) as right-wing extremist. "This is democracy", responds the German Foreign Ministry on X

Trump's Security Adviser Mike Waltz Resigns Amid Chat Leak Scandal

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Trump's Security Adviser Mike Waltz Resigns Amid Chat Leak Scandal

Thu 1 May 2025 16:52 CEST

Donald Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz is leaving his post to become a UN ambassador instead, the President announces. Waltz is the first really big name to leave during Trump's second term

Religious Schools in Pakistan-Controlled Kashmir Temporarily Closed

Religious Schools in Pakistan-Controlled Kashmir Temporarily Closed

Thu 1 May 2025 10:55 CEST

Over 1,000 religious schools are being closed in the part of the Kashmir area controlled by Pakistan, in light of the escalating situation with neighboring India.

US Considers Ending Ukraine Mediation Without Concrete Ceasefire Proposals

US Considers Ending Ukraine Mediation Without Concrete Ceasefire Proposals

Tue 29 Apr 2025 22:34 CEST

Critical Week Ahead for Ukraine Peace Efforts in USA

Critical Week Ahead for Ukraine Peace Efforts in USA

Sun 27 Apr 2025 19:51 CEST

After Donald Trump's increasing impatience with Russia and Ukraine, USA's Foreign Minister Marco Rubio says that the coming week can be "very critical" regarding the efforts to stop the war.

Trump Calls for Free US Ship Passage Through Suez and Panama Canals

Trump Calls for Free US Ship Passage Through Suez and Panama Canals

Sun 27 Apr 2025 10:56 CEST

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, believes that ships from the USA should be allowed to pass through both the Panama and Suez Canals for free.

Congo and Rwanda Near Peace Agreement Amid US Talks

Congo and Rwanda Near Peace Agreement Amid US Talks

Fri 25 Apr 2025 21:21 CEST

The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda claim to want a draft of a peace agreement ready by May 2. They also promise to respect each other's sovereignty

Trump Declines Tariff Relief for Norway, Suggests Higher Payments

Trump Declines Tariff Relief for Norway, Suggests Higher Payments

Thu 24 Apr 2025 19:32 CEST

The President of the USA, Donald Trump, has met Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the White House. Ukraine and trade were on the agenda, and the atmosphere was cheerful – but no tariff relief for Norway seems to be forthcoming

NATO Chief Mark Rutte Heads to US for Key Meetings

NATO Chief Mark Rutte Heads to US for Key Meetings

Wed 23 Apr 2025 13:34 CEST

Ukraine Demands Ceasefire Before Land Negotiations with Russia

Ukraine Demands Ceasefire Before Land Negotiations with Russia

Wed 23 Apr 2025 09:36 CEST

The USA wants to freeze the front lines and let Russia hold on to a large part of Ukraine to get an end to the war. But Ukraine and its European allies are said to have told the USA that it first requires a ceasefire and clarity on security guarantees before negotiations on territories can become relevant, sources tell Bloomberg

Putin Proposes Frontline Freeze to US in Ukraine Talks

Putin Proposes Frontline Freeze to US in Ukraine Talks

Tue 22 Apr 2025 19:58 CEST

Russia's president Vladimir Putin has offered the USA to freeze the current frontline in Ukraine, according to several sources to Financial Times.

US State Department to Cut 15% of Staff, Close 100 Offices

US State Department to Cut 15% of Staff, Close 100 Offices

Tue 22 Apr 2025 19:57 CEST

The personnel strength at the US Department of State is to be reduced by 15 percent and over 100 offices are to be closed, according to a downsizing plan. Foreign Minister Marco Rubio states that it is about a change of course from "decades of excess and bureaucracy"

Kallas Urges US to Fully Leverage Pressure Tactics on Russia

Kallas Urges US to Fully Leverage Pressure Tactics on Russia

Tue 22 Apr 2025 18:09 CEST

The USA has not used all its tools to put pressure on Russia. This is stated by the EU's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas in an interview with AFP

Russia Stresses Patience in Peace Talks as US Pushes for Quick Resolution

Russia Stresses Patience in Peace Talks as US Pushes for Quick Resolution

Tue 22 Apr 2025 14:16 CEST

Russia does not think it's urgent to move forward in the talks about peace with Ukraine, in a situation where mediating USA wants to see things happen as quickly as possible. At the same time, it is announced that USA's envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to arrive in Moscow later this week

US Urges Ukraine to Concede Crimea, Halt NATO Bid

US Urges Ukraine to Concede Crimea, Halt NATO Bid

Mon 21 Apr 2025 13:26 CEST

The USA is reported to propose that Ukraine meets Russia's demands and gives up the Crimean Peninsula and the strive for Nato. According to President Zelensky, a Ukrainian delegation is traveling to London on Wednesday