Putin ‘ready for negotiations’ with Trump on Ukraine war Russian president strikes noticeably favourable tone, downplaying Trump’s economic threats The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025
Kremlin Rejects Trump's Claim That Lower Oil Prices End Ukraine Conflict Kremlin denies link between oil prices and Ukraine conflict, contrasting with Trump's views at Davos. Top News · Jan 24, 2025
Soon we will know if my father is alive. Even then, we cannot rest until all Israeli hostages are returned Every day families like mine try to be brave, try not to despair – and pray that the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire holds, says film-maker Sharone Lifschitz The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025
Woman accused of spying for Russia says ‘leader’ was a ‘hero immigrant story’ Katrin Ivanova, 33, is on trial accused of carrying out surveillance on individuals and places of interest to Russia for more than two years. Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025
As Syria ponders a democratic future: 5 lessons from the Arab Spring The fall of Bashar Assad’s dictatorship in December 2024 has ushered in a nerve-wracking time of hope and fear for Syrians concerning future governance in the long-war-torn country. The Conversation · Jan 24, 2025
Russians could face jail for divulging movements of sanctioned goods into the country It comes as US President Trump threatened to impose stiff tariffs and sanctions if a deal isn’t reached to end the war in Ukraine The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025
Kremlin Dismisses Trump's Claim On Ukraine Conflict And Oil Prices Kremlin disputes Trump's oil price theory on Ukraine conflict, emphasizing broader geopolitical issues and the need for diplomatic engagement. Top News · Jan 24, 2025
Kazakhstan Delays Release Of Azerbaijan Plane Black Box Data The publication of the black box data from an Azerbaijani plane that crashed in Kazakhstan last month has been delayed, a Kazakh official said Friday, after Azerbaijan accused Russia of shooting the airliner. International Business Times · Jan 24, 2025
Oil refinery 120 miles south east of Moscow 'hit in mass drone attack' by Ukraine on Russia Footage shared online showed people fleeing an enormous explosion Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025
Does Putin know why Ukraine fights on? Because we prize freedom above stability and wealth This long and awful war has taught Ukrainians to love and value their country – and its beauty – even more, says Ukrainian novelist Andrey Kurkov The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025
Israel will not withdraw troops from Lebanon by deadline, Netanyahu says PM says Lebanon has not fully met conditions for Israeli withdrawal under ceasefire deal The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025
Putin Ready To Talk To Trump, Waiting For 'Signals', Kremlin Says Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to talk to US counterpart Donald Trump but is waiting for signals from Washington first, the Kremlin said on Friday, fuelling expectations the two would be in contact. International Business Times · Jan 24, 2025
Israelis await names of next 4 hostages to be released by Hamas as part of the ceasefire Relatives of hostages still being held by militants in Gaza have called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ensure all remaining captives are freed The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025
Hungary wants the EU to intervene in a gas dispute with Ukraine Hungary wants the European Union to intervene in a gas dispute it has with Ukraine, a potential sign of friction in the bloc’s upcoming discussions over renewing sanctions against Russia The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025
The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025 Afghan refugees urge Pakistan to ease visa regime after Trump’s pause on US resettlement programs Afghan refugees are appealing to Pakistan’s premier to ease a visa regime on humanitarian grounds after President Donald Trump paused the U.S. refugee programs, panicking thousands of Afghans who said they are now facing a risk of arrests and deportations to Afghanistan
The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025 Had Trump been president, ‘maybe’ there would not have been war in Ukraine, Putin says – as it happened Russian president says if Donald Trump had been in power in 2022 the ‘crisis’ in Ukraine might not have happened
The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025 North Korea preparing to send more troops to Ukraine war, says South Korea Pyongyang said to be planning to increase support despite high casualties among estimated 11,000 already sent
Al Jazeera · Jan 24, 2025 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,065 Here are the key developments on the 1,065th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 24, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Russians say major oil refinery burning after Ukrainian drone strikes Trump says Opec should cut oil prices to starve Russia of war funding; Ukraine evacuating children from towns in Kharkiv region. What we know on day 1,066See all our Ukraine war coverage
Latin Times · Jan 23, 2025 North Korean Soldier Nearly Killed After Refusing to Drop Sausage While Surrendering to Ukrainian Forces A North Korean soldier nearly died after refusing to surrender his sausage at gunpoint when captured by Ukrainian forces.
Top News · Jan 23, 2025 Ukraine Implements Recruitment Reforms To Bolster Fighting Force Ukraine is reforming recruitment to attract exempt youth for military service amidst challenges in replenishing forces and holding territory against Russia.
The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025 Ukraine praises Trump ultimatum as ‘strong signal’ to Putin to end war Zelensky’s sanctions tsar tells The Independent there are many ways for Trump to increase pressure on Putin
Top News · Jan 23, 2025 Croatia Protests Serbia's Deportation Of Civil Society Activists Croatia protests Serbia's deportation of citizens, escalating tensions. Serbia faces domestic turmoil amid accusations and protests.
International Business Times · Jan 23, 2025 Hibatullah Akhundzada: Afghanistan's Reclusive Taliban Leader Secluded in his stronghold in southern Afghanistan, reclusive Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada is the cornerstone of the movement that has ruled the country unchallenged since reclaiming power in 2021, strictly enforcing Islamic law.
The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025 Ukraine to offer financial incentives to boost military recruitment among 18-25-year-olds Ukraine is in the final stages of drafting recruitment reforms to attract 18- to 25-year-olds