Macron’s UK state visit underlines effort to move on from Brexit nightmare Bitter rows had damaged trust and dialogue but UK-French relations have thawed amid new geopolitical landscape The Guardian - UK · Jul 7, 2025
The Strange Case Of Evgeniya Mayboroda, Russia's Rebel Retiree The elegant 74-year-old Russian put her hand on her heart as the verdict fell. International Business Times · Jul 7, 2025
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s war of attrition could go on until 2034, Ukrainian general warns Former top commander says frontline between Ukraine and Russia ‘exists mainly for killing’ The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,229 Here are the key events on day 1,229 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Jul 7, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says US, Europe deals will increase drone production Married couple die in Russian strike against Kostyantynivka; Ukraine on agenda as Macron makes state visit to UK. What we know on day 1,230 The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2025
BRICS group slams tariffs and Iran conflict at summit in Brazil BRICS leaders are set to discuss key global political issues, but questions over the bloc’s unity have arisen as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have opted to skip the summit. Euronews · Jul 6, 2025
Iran alone in crises: Where were Russia, China in their time of need? Iran's sale of drones and ballistic missiles to Russia for use against Ukraine, and the selling of oil at significantly reduced prices to China did little to benefit Tehran during the critical days of Israeli and US attacks. Euronews · Jul 6, 2025
'Not Looking To Stop': Trump Slams Putin on Ukraine, Speaks With Zelenskyy President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, one day after expressing disappointment over an unproductive call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Benzinga · Jul 6, 2025
Russia and Ukraine trade drone strikes, disrupting air travel Russia and Ukraine have exchanged hundreds of drone strikes, causing several deaths and significant disruptions The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2025
World War Three fears as NATO chief warns of joint Xi and Putin attack Mark Rutte suggested that Chinese leader Xi Jinping could attempt to seize Taiwan while urging Vladimir Putin to launch a parallel attack Evening Standard · Jul 6, 2025
At least five people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine's Donetsk and Kherson regions Russian military reportedly targeted residential areas and social and key infrastructure in several oblast communities, according to the Ukrainian authorities. Euronews · Jul 6, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Russia shoots down Ukrainian drones headed for Moscow as key airport halts flights Defence ministry says 48 drones were destroyed in over five hours on Saturday; Kyiv’s top general warns of possible new Russian offensive in Kharkiv region. What we know on day 1,229 The Guardian - AU · Jul 6, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,228 Here are the key events on day 1,228 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Jul 6, 2025
Hegseth falsely cited weapon shortages in halting shipments to Ukraine, Democrats say Reports indicate defense secretary unilaterally acted to halt shipment even as Pentagon suggested US arsenal is stocked The Guardian - US · Jul 5, 2025
Euronews · Jul 5, 2025 Ukraine says it struck a Russian airbase as Moscow steps up bombing campaign on Ukraine The fresh wave of attacks came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday that he had a “very important and productive” phone call with US President Donald Trump.
We Got This Covered · Jul 5, 2025 Putin’s brutal response to Trump lazy diplomacy attempts breaks war records Dicey diplomacy in action.
The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2025 Ukraine says it hit Russian airbase following huge drone strike Ukraine said Saturday it struck a Russian airbase in the Voronezh region
Al Jazeera · Jul 5, 2025 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,227 Here are the key events on day 1,227 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 5, 2025 Ukraine war briefing: Power to Zaporizhzhia plant cut off as UN watchdog warns nuclear safety ‘extremely precarious’ IAEA chief says electricity restored after 3½ hours as Ukraine blames Russian shelling for outage; Kyiv accuses Putin of ‘humiliating’ Trump with attack on capital. What we know on day 1,228
Bored Panda · Jul 4, 2025 Archeologists Unearth Castle Chamber Sealed 300 Years Ago, Open It Up To An Old Weapons Room Centuries-old secret sealed chamber in Ukranian castle finally opened by archaeologists, connecting to ancient legend.
Latin Times · Jul 4, 2025 Top Defense Officials Question Hegseth's Order to Delay Ukraine Weapons Shipment to Conduct Stockpile Review: Report Hegseth paused a shipment of aid to Ukraine to conduct a review of munitions, citing concern of diminished stockpiles— a concern sources told NBC News are unfounded.
Euronews · Jul 4, 2025 Zelenskyy and Trump agree on joint defence efforts in 'fruitful' phone call The talk comes a day after Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed Ukraine, Iran and other issues in a call the Kremlin described as "frank and constructive".
Euronews · Jul 4, 2025 Dutch and German agencies report Russia's increased use of banned chemical weapons in Ukraine The Russian military is increasingly using banned chemical weapons like chloropicrin in Ukraine, forcing soldiers into the open. Dutch and German intelligence agencies revealed this, urging sanctions and support for Kyiv.
Euronews · Jul 4, 2025 Russia’s diplomatic circle of friends: Taliban and North Korea in, Azerbaijan and Armenia out As Russia became the first country to recognise the Taliban as the ruling government of Afghanistan, Moscow's long-standing ties with its traditional allies have been falling apart. Who are Moscow's ex-partners, and who are the new allies?
The Guardian - US · Jul 4, 2025 Trump has ‘good conversation’ with Zelenskyy after heavy bombardment of Ukraine by Russia US munitions slated for Ukraine held up over shortage as Trump ‘disappointed’ by Putin’s refusal to make concessions