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Putin's Yearly Review: What Information Is Revealed?
The article discusses key events and policy decisions made by Russian President Vladimir Putin during the year and their implications for Russia’s domestic and foreign policies. It also explores how t...
Ukraine Hits Russian Warship in Caspian Sea, Opening New Drone Front
The Ukrainian General Staff announced additional strikes carried out on Friday night in the remote Caspian Sea region, targeting a Russian warship and oil facilities....
Ukraine Hits RSP-6M2 Radar in Occupied Crimea
Explosions hit a radar station in occupied Crimea which controls aircraft landing guidance, according to local Telegram channels and later confirmed by the Ukrainian military....
Russian Envoy Dmitriev to Join Ukraine Talks in Miami
Russian envoy Evgeny Fyodorovich Dmitriev will attend talks related to Ukraine this weekend in Miami, following Russian President Vladimir Putin's announcement that he will continue the military offen...
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, December 19, 2025
The latest analysis from the Institute for the Study of War assesses ongoing and potential future offensive operations by Russia in its conflict with Ukraine or other neighboring countries as of Decem...
Putin says Europe counting on US midterms to pressure Trump
According to reporting, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Europe hopes the upcoming U.S. midterm elections will put pressure on President Donald Trump regarding international relations and ...
In Germany: Putin Teases NATO and Says Something Alarming About Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has made statements during his visit to Germany that are perceived as provocative towards NATO and concerning for Ukraine's security situation....
Zelensky to Putin: Ukraine Will Not Allow Control Over Potential Presidential Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky addressed Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating that Ukraine will not permit external interference in upcoming presidential elections. The statement undersco...
Putin says Europe counting on US midterm elections to impact Trump
According to reports, Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted that European countries are pinning their hopes on the upcoming U.S. midterm elections to influence President Donald Trump’s foreign pol...
Putin's Criticism of EU: Trying to Steal Our Money
Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticized the European Union for attempting to control financial resources that should be independent from external influence. Putin argues this is an effort to u...
Zelensky: Ukraine Will Not Allow Putin to Control Elections
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that his country will not permit Russian President Vladimir Putin to influence the upcoming elections in Ukraine. He emphasized the resilience and soverei...
Ties with Beijing underscored in Putin remarks
Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized Russia's strategic alliance and mutual interests with China during recent public statements, highlighting areas of cooperation including military exercises,...
Putin Holds Annual Press Conference: Over 80 Questions Answered in 4 Hours
Russian President Vladimir Putin conducted his annual press conference where he addressed over 80 questions from journalists across a duration of 4 hours. The event, which is traditionally comprehensi...
What Did Putin Say in His Year-End Address?
This article discusses highlights from Russian President Vladimir Putin's year-end address focusing on his rhetoric and policy positions for the past year, emphasizing key points related to national s...
Putin's Annual Review and Answering Chinese Journalists' Questions
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a press conference where he answered questions from Chinese journalists during an annual review of the year’s events in Russia. The event covered various topics i...
Only Two Things Can Make Putin Sit at the Negotiation Table According to Brzezinski
Zbigniew Brzezinski has stated that only two things could potentially compel Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate: a significant military threat or an economic catastrophe. The analysis sugge...
Putin’s Electoral Chief Ready to Organize Presidential Elections for Ukrainians Living in Russia
Ella Pamfilova, responsible for organizing Putin's recent clean election, stated that the Central Electoral Commission of Russia would facilitate voting rights for Ukrainians residing in Russia if Ukr...
Russia’s Chinese-Enabled Drone Supply Network Is Remaking Warfare
Russian cooperation with China in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is significantly enhancing Russia's capability for sustained warfare at reduced costs and on a scalable basis. This partnership has wi...
Germany to spend almost $60 billion in latest military funding package
Germany has allocated nearly $60 billion for its military, including plans for a satellite-based reconnaissance system designed to monitor potential hostilities near Germany's deployed brigade in Lith...
KNDS, maker of Leopard battle tank, plans stock-market listing in 2026
Krauss-Maffei Wegmann's parent firm KNDS aims for an initial public offering next year as defense stocks gain from increased military spending following Russia's invasion of Ukraine....
Ukraine’s first underwater drone strike caught on hacked cameras
A recent video posted on an official government-affiliated website allegedly displays Ukraine’s Sub Sea Baby drone striking a component of a Russian Kilo-class submarine. The footage, captured via hac...
Ukraine's kamikaze drones hit the front line as manpower shortage bites
Ukraine has increased its use of drone technology on the frontline against Russia due to manpower shortages and the need for innovative military strategies. These unmanned aerial vehicles, including k...
We Might Regret Golden Dome’s Greatest Ambition
The article discusses concerns arising from the U.S.'s ambitious missile defense system known as 'Golden Dome,' which has prompted Russia and China to develop advanced weaponry that can evade such def...
Black Sea Regional Outlook for 2026
Experts discuss key variables shaping dynamics in the Black Sea region for 2026, with the trajectory of Russia's war in Ukraine being a major factor. The focus is on whether Kyiv can withstand ongoing...
Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada
Russia has ended military cooperation agreements with Portugal, France, and Canada due to their support of EU proposals to use Russian frozen assets for loans to Ukraine during Russia's ongoing confli...
The cost of an unjust peace in Ukraine? An emboldened China.
A peace deal that favors Russia could embolden China to take military action, drawing parallels between the dynamics in Ukraine and potential implications for other global conflicts....
Russia has learned from Ukraine and is now winning the drone war
Initially, Ukraine had an advantage over Russia in the drone warfare due to its more agile military and thriving tech sector. However, David Kirichenko argues that Russia has caught up by focusing on ...
Confrontations and Coalitions
The article discusses ongoing peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting recent developments such as a 28-point peace proposal and an ultimatum from the U.S. to Ukraine regarding its ...
Europe needs its 'own plan' to end the war in Ukraine, Defence Commissioner Kubilius tells Euronews
European Defence Commissioner Petras Kubilius has emphasized that Europe needs its own strategy to end the war in Ukraine, as US negotiators are set to meet with Putin. He highlighted the urgency for ...
G20 Summit Outcomes: Multilateralism Survives
The G20 summit held in South Africa from November 22-23 saw leaders prioritizing solidarity, equality, and sustainability. Important figures like Xi Jinping of China and Vladimir Putin of Russia did n...
China and Russia seek to deepen defence and security cooperation
The strategic alliance between China and Russia is intensifying, with implications particularly for the Indo-Pacific and European regions. This partnership is likely to exacerbate international tensio...
Deals, Droughts, and Demands
The article discusses recent interactions between Russia and the U.S., noting Russian President Vladimir Putin's directive to prepare for potential nuclear tests following comments by U.S. President D...
Drone flights near airbase could be spying operation, Belgium's defence minister says
Belgium's defence minister has suggested that drone flights close to an airbase might be unauthorized and potentially from a foreign power, raising security concerns within the NATO alliance. Recent w...
Two Russian military aircraft enter NATO member Lithuania's airspace, military says
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda has condemned what he described as an unprovoked violation of international law and territorial integrity following the intrusion of two Russian military aircraft ...
European defence stocks rally as summit between Trump and Putin stalls
European defense stocks are experiencing an increase due to the cancellation of a planned summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Analysts attribute this trend...
Ukraine Scrambling to Dig Enough Trenches
In response to ongoing military tensions and potential territorial threats, Ukraine faces significant challenges in strengthening its defensive infrastructure through trench construction on the border...
Russia Violates Poland's Air Space
Reports indicate that Russian military aircraft violated Polish airspace, reportedly drawing protests from Warsaw and concerns over NATO’s eastern flank security....
Ukraine Ramps Up Its Creation of Homemade Weapons
According to PBS, Ukraine has accelerated its production of domestically created weaponry as part of an effort to counter Russian military aggression....
The 'We Win, They Lose' Mentality Riddles the War in Ukraine
The article discusses how a mindset of assured victory on one side and defeat on the other significantly influences the conduct and strategies employed by both Ukraine and Russia during the ongoing co...
Hostages or Hamas? Cracks Spread in Israeli Unity
The article discusses emerging divisions within Israel's political leadership regarding the handling of the recent Hamas attacks and hostage situation. There are disagreements over whether to prioriti...
UK to develop new deep strike ballistic missile for Ukraine
The UK plans to develop tactical ballistic missiles aimed at enhancing Ukraine's defensive capabilities against Russian aggression....
Finland’s Grandad’s Army: Helsinki Boosts Draft Age to 65 to Build a Million-Soldier Military
Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Finland joining NATO in 2023, discussions began on increasing the maximum age for reservists. The country now plans to extend conscription eligibility up to ...
Kyivstar starts 5G pilot as Ukraine hardens networks for war and recovery
Ukrainian telecommunications giant Kyivstar has initiated a pilot project for the launch of 5G services in the country. This move is part of broader efforts by Ukraine to strengthen its communications...
Ukraine shoots down 94 of 121 Russian drones as Iskander missile hits targets; Dnipro loses power, Odessa port struck
On the night of January 10, Russia launched one Iskander-M ballistic missile and a swarm of 121 drones on Ukraine. The Ukrainian military reported shooting down 94 out of the 121 drones and defensing ...
AI-Equipped Rare Russian ZALA Drone Falls to Ukrainian FPV Interceptor
Ukrainian forces have successfully engaged and neutralized a rare Russian ZALA Z-20 reconnaissance drone using an FPV interceptor named General Cherry AIR as part of their efforts to enhance air defen...
Russia Confirms Development of Fifth-Generation Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Submarine
Russia has officially confirmed its development of a fifth-generation strategic nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine during the 125th anniversary celebrations of the Rubin Central Design Bureau...
Important counter to Trump-Putin narrative on Ukraine
The European Union's decision to lend Ukraine 90 billion euros (US$105.5 billion) is seen as a significant response against the narratives pushed by former US President Donald Trump and Russian Presid...
The last Russia-U.S. nuclear treaty is about to expire. What happens next?
With ongoing tensions and focus on the war in Ukraine, Russia and the United States have not discussed a successor treaty to New START, which is set to expire on February 5th....
Does Trump Really Think Putin Wants Peace in Ukraine?
The article discusses the notion that given Vladimir Putin's history of violence and repression, it seems unlikely that a U.S. president could genuinely believe Russia wants peace in Ukraine. If Donal...
Ukraine’s Zelensky asked Trump for ‘historic’ 50-year guarantee against Russia at Mar-a-Lago
During his visit to Mar-a-Lago, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine requested from former president Donald Trump a long-term security guarantee from the United States that would last up to half a ...
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