European Union
EU divided over sanctions on Israel as Gaza war rages on
The European Union is grappling with internal divisions over imposing sanctions on Israel for its ongoing war in Gaza, as foreign ministers from the bloc’s 27 member countries gather in Copenhagen to discuss the issue. The meeting comes amid growing criticism of Israel’s actions, with many EU governments sharply condemning the deaths of civilians and […]
Russia’s economic ties with China: A lifeline amidst sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has denounced the Western sanctions imposed on Russia, terming them “discriminatory” and calling for a reform of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. In an interview with China’s Xinhua news agency, Putin emphasized the need for a new financial system based on “openness and true equity.” This statement comes […]
European powers push Iran to make concessions amid nuclear standoff
The European powers, comprising France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, have triggered a mechanism that would reimpose United Nations sanctions on Iran for failing to engage with the international community to reach a deal on its nuclear program. The move comes as part of an effort to pressure Iran into making concessions on its nuclear […]
Russia opposed to European security guarantees for Ukraine
The Kremlin has expressed its opposition to European proposals on security guarantees for Ukraine, stating that it will not allow the presence of NATO troops on its neighbour’s territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized that Russia welcomes recent efforts by United States President Donald Trump to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. However, […]
US blocks Ukraine’s use of long-range missiles on Russia
The Trump administration has blocked Ukraine from using US-supplied long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia since late spring, as part of an effort to engage Vladimir Putin in peace talks, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The Pentagon has reportedly blocked Ukraine from using US-made Army Tactical Missile Systems (Atacms), citing […]
Tracking US, NATO support for Ukraine: A full breakdown
After a week of high-stakes diplomacy aimed at halting the war in Ukraine, United States President Donald Trump says he is set on arranging a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Following separate meetings with both leaders, Trump has ruled out sending US troops to Ukraine, but pledged security guarantees […]
Europe must take lion’s share of Ukraine’s security- JD Vance
European countries will have to bear the “lion’s share” of guaranteeing Ukraine’s security in the event of a deal to end Russia’s war, US Vice President JD Vance has said. In an interview with newsmen, Vance emphasized that the US should not have to “carry the burden” of underpinning Kyiv’s post-war security. “I think that […]
Washington talks could be very crucial for Ukraine’s future
The upcoming talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump at the White House, Washington DC, is expected to be more crucial for Ukraine’s future than the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, will join Zelenskyy to ensure Ukraine’s […]
European leaders including Starmer to attend Washington meeting
A high-stakes meeting is set to take place at the White House on Monday, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will join European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, for a crucial discussion with US President Donald Trump. The meeting aims to push back against a […]
Serbia’s Ruling Party Offices Set on Fire Amid Ongoing Protests
The offices of Serbia’s ruling party, Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), were set on fire during a fifth night of unrest in a row, marked by clashes between anti-government protesters and riot police. The incident occurred in the city of Valjevo, where police reportedly used stun grenades and tear gas on protesters after a small group […]