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The Latest Breaking News from Ukraine

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49m ago Putin orders release of jailed American as he meets Trump envoy for Ukraine talks
1h ago Germany renews its hard stance on EU budget demanding hundreds of billions in cuts
2h ago Putin-Witkoff Meeting: US envoy pushes Ukraine peace; jailed American freed
2h ago Trump is taking Russia's side against Ukraine, former US general tells Euronews
2h ago Who is Stephen Hubbard? The 74-year-old American released from Russian detention

Putin orders release of jailed American as he meets Trump envoy for Ukraine talks

Russia unilaterally frees Stephen Hubbard after US request while Steve Witkoff praises Putin as a ‘humanitarian’

The Guardian - UK · 49m ago

Germany renews its hard stance on EU budget demanding hundreds of billions in cuts

Germany is demanding deep cuts to the European Commission’s proposed EU budget and ruling out new common borrowing, setting up a bruising battle over how Europe funds Ukraine, defence and competitiveness.

Euronews · 1h ago

Putin-Witkoff Meeting: US envoy pushes Ukraine peace; jailed American freed

Vladimir Putin met with US special envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss potential solutions to the Ukraine conflict. Witkoff presented proposals aimed at reviving negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for trilateral talks. During the meeting, they addressed the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American prisoner in Russia, and…

The Times of India · 2h ago

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Trump is taking Russia's side against Ukraine, former US general tells Euronews

Former US Army lieutenant General Ben Hodges warns that Washington’s approach is weakening Ukraine’s defences, while former US ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker urges Europe to prepare for a future with less American support.

Euronews · 2h ago

Who is Stephen Hubbard? The 74-year-old American released from Russian detention

Vladimir Putin announced the release of Stephen Hubbard, an American detained in Russia for nearly three years. Hubbard was convicted of being a mercenary and had been imprisoned since 2022. His capture raised questions, particularly regarding his age and alleged involvement in the Ukraine conflict. The US State Department designated…

The Economic Times · 2h ago

Putin says Russia has freed US citizen, 74, jailed since 2022

The talks came more than two years since Donald Trump promised in his election campaign to end the Ukraine war within 24 hours

The Independent UK · 2h ago

More Russians are settling in the EU with each year of war in Ukraine

Eurostat data show 876,600 Russian nationals held valid EU residence permits at the end of 2025, with Germany, Spain and Estonia hosting the largest communities.

Euronews · 3h ago

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Macron blasts ‘unacceptable’ and ‘stupid’ commentary on protests from other leaders – Europe live

Macron says he is frustrated by the ‘visible manipulation of information’ about the events in France

The Guardian - UK · 4h ago

Diplomatic damage control in Oslo as Zelenskyy says US intelligence sharing restored

Good morning. It’s Mared Gwyn, penning this newsletter in the early hours from Brussels. In this edition: The diplomatic push to revive Ukraine peace talks, and how Hungary has surprised diplomats by stalling Kyiv’s accession talks.

Euronews · 6h ago

More cuts 'necessary' says German ambassador to EU, ruling out common borrowing, EU-level taxes

More cuts are "definitely necessary", says German ambassador to the EU. Thomas Hans Ossowki speaks on EU budget discussions, ruling out new common borrowing and EU-level taxation, while reaffirming support for Ukraine.

Euronews · 6h ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump celebrates release of US prisoner in Russia as his envoy meets Putin

Stephen Hubbard was released in St Petersburg as Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Putin

The Independent UK · 7h ago

Hungary’s Magyar vows accountability for Orbán era while holding firm on migration

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar is actively pursuing former officials accused of corruption and power abuses

The Independent UK · 7h ago

Trump’s embrace of Putin roils Europe, but not enough to break with the US

Donald Trump's embrace of Vladimir Putin has driven a wedge between the transatlantic allies. But for all their outrage, Europeans are not yet ready to break away from the United States and go their own way.

Euronews · 7h ago

Russia releases US citizen accused of fighting for Ukraine, Putin says during Witkoff meeting

US special envoy Steve Witkoff is meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg Wednesday after talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Oslo. Putin said during the meeting that Russia had released US citizen Stephen Hubbard, who has been imprisoned for years in Russia after being charged of fighting…

France 24 · 8h ago

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The Economic Times · 10h ago

Zelenskyy says early warning system for Russian missile attacks resumes following call with Rubio

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that his country is now receiving crucial early warning intelligence from partners. Recent Russian missile attacks caused significant civilian casualties, prompting Zelenskyy to seek more American assistance. Although U.S. officials deny any political directives to slow support, Zelenskyy expressed concerns over military supplies and restrictions.…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

'Zelenskyy has to want to settle this war,' says Trump; highlights Russian territorial gains in conflict

Donald Trump urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to pursue peace negotiations with Russia, warning of dire consequences. He criticized the lack of return on American financial support for Ukraine amid ongoing economic struggles. Trump indicated that Russia is interested in negotiating while making territorial gains. He proposed a potential trilateral…

The Economic Times · 11h ago

Musk ordered reduction in Starshield services for Ukraine: Report

Elon Musk imposed limitations on Starshield services for Ukraine, affecting their drone capabilities during the conflict. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that no directives were issued regarding these changes. Relations between Washington and Kyiv have strained recently, particularly after criticism from the US toward Ukraine's actions. President Donald Trump…

The Times of India · 12h ago

Musk ordered Starlink slowdown, kept Ukraine and Trump administration in dark

US officials, however, have denied ordering any slowdown. Defence secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington had not directed any reduction in the satellite services, while secretary of state Marco Rubio maintained that the White House was not responsible for the reported disruption. Speaking to reporters, Hegseth said the US military had…

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The Guardian - AU · 13h ago

Ukraine war briefing: US envoy Witkoff to meet Putin after ‘constructive’ talks with Zelenskyy in Norway

Talks in Oslo made ‘meaningful progress’ toward engaging Russia, a US official said. What we know on day 1,701

The Independent UK · 13h ago

Elon Musk reportedly ordered slowing down of Starlink access for Ukrainian army

The Tesla billionaire had previously blamed Donald Trump for the decision

Latin Times · 13h ago

Trump Frames Potential Putin-Xi Meeting Around Denuclearization — Leaving Ukraine With No Seat at the Table

Trump is open to a Putin-Xi summit focused on nuclear arms — not Ukraine. Here's what that shift means and why Kyiv is alarmed.

Euronews · 16h ago

'Time to make a deal,' Trump tells Zelenskyy as he complains US has got 'nothing back' from Ukraine

Trump's comments came shortly after Zelenskyy met with a US delegation headed by special envoy Steve Witkoff in Oslo.

The Times of India · 16h ago

'Russia is a big machine': Trump says Ukraine 'has to want' to settle war with Putin

US president Trump pointed to Russia's ability to sustain its military campaign and capture territory, portraying Moscow as having the upper hand in the conflict. "Russia is a big machine - they just keep grinding forward, and that's what they've done. They've taken a very large piece of land," he…

The Guardian - UK · 17h ago

US has resumed sharing intelligence with Ukraine about Russian strikes, says Zelenskyy

Advance warnings of missile attacks were seemingly suspended last week by the White House, but Ukraine’s president says: ‘Now it works’

Barchart · 17h ago

Crude Oil Prices Fall on Diplomacy Hopes to End Iran War

December WTI crude oil (CLZ26 ) closed down -0.72 (-0.73%) on Tuesday, and December RBOB gasoline (RBZ26 ) closed down -0.606 (-1.95%). Crude oil and gasoline prices erased an early rally on Tuesday and settled sharply lower, with gasoline falling to a 7-week low. Long liquidation pressures emerged on Tuesday...

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