The Latest Breaking News from Keir Giles

No NATO seat or US troops: Trump’s new roadmap to end Russia-Ukraine war

US does not think NATO membership, full restoration of territory are feasible for Ukraine, says Trump’s defence chief.

Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2025

Kremlin claims relations with US ‘are balancing on the brink of a breakup’

Donald Trump claimed during campaign that he would be able to end war in 24 hours but has yet to reveal detailed peace plan

The Independent UK · Feb 10, 2025

North Koreans are ‘disciplined’, armed with high-quality ammo, says Ukraine

Ukraine’s new enemies are learning on the battlefield but have fatal orders to follow to avoid capture, says Kyiv.

Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2025

Putin lowers bar for nuclear strike amid Ukraine attacks: Why it matters

Experts say Putin’s announcement is aimed at stopping the West from allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles.

Al Jazeera · Sep 26, 2024

Why are Storm Shadow missiles a new flashpoint between Putin and the West?

Could lifting of restrictions on use of long-range missiles spell escalation of hostilities between Russia and the West?

Al Jazeera · Sep 13, 2024

Why is Russia changing its nuclear doctrine amid the Ukraine war?

Russia’s nuclear threats over the course of the war are a tactic to contain US involvement in Ukraine, experts say.

Al Jazeera · Sep 3, 2024

As Ukraine war rages, Russia activates sabotage plans in Europe: Experts

Russia is accused of putting into effect psychological, economic and military operations planned by the USSR.

Al Jazeera · May 29, 2024

Russia claims Alexei Navalny died of 'sudden death syndrome' as mother searches for body

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died from a heart attack at a Siberian penal colony where temperatures plummet to -30C, it is claimed.

Evening Standard · Feb 18, 2024

What we can expect from the war in Ukraine in 2024

Kyiv’s forces are likely to remain on the defensive for much of next year, writes Keir Giles. That is unless the West finally gets fully behind the idea that Putin’s war aims will only change if his hand is forced

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2023

How Ukraine’s battle for the Black Sea is inflicting serious pain on Putin’s forces

Russia has used the waters to launch missile assaults on Ukraine’s cities and blockade its ports. Now Kyiv is fighting back in a big way

The Independent UK · Sep 21, 2023