Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,097 Here are the key developments on the 1,097th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Feb 25, 2025
Ukraine reconstruction and recovery will cost $524bn over next decade, says report – as it happened Cost of damages over three years is almost three times estimated GDP of Ukraine for 2024, says report by Ukraine government, World Bank, European Commission and UN The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2025
Ukraine war truce could be weeks away, Macron hints as he reveals talks with Starmer about sending troops US President says ‘Europe is going to make sure nothing happens’ following talks with Emmanuel Macron Evening Standard · Feb 25, 2025
Britain’s insistence on total Ukrainian victory was misguided – it’s time for a realistic compromise By refusing to back negotiations for the past three years, the UK has become irrelevant to the search for peace – we must change course, says crossbench peer Robert Skidelsky The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025
Russia and Indonesia hold talks to strengthen ties on defense and security A top Russian security official and Indonesia’s defense minister have held talks in Jakarta as Moscow’s war on Ukraine entered its fourth year The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025
Voices: Keir Starmer’s plan to send British troops to Ukraine divides opinion THE INDEPENDENT DEBATE: Readers are split on the prime minister’s proposals for a European ‘reassurance force’, debating Britain's military readiness, war escalation risks, and the UK’s duty to counter Russia The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025
What the papers say – February 25 Here are the stories making headlines this Tuesday. Evening Standard · Feb 25, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: European allies rush to showcase extra support for Kyiv Baltic and Nordic countries to equip and train Ukrainian brigade; Rheinmetall car part factories to make weapons and ammunition. What we know on day 1,098 The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2025
US sides with Russia on Ukraine vote at UN; India abstains Meanwhile, India abstained from voting on the UN's Ukraine war resolutions. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Feb 25, 2025
Macron the ‘Trump whisperer’ works his magic but US and Europe remain an ocean apart Mixing flattery and firmness, the French president sought to heal the transatlantic schism over Ukraine, giving Keir Starmer a tough act to follow The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2025
Trump administration briefing: chaos caused by Musk’s Doge; fears over far-right podcaster tapped for FBI From the latest in Musk’s fight to fire federal workers to concern over appointment of Dan Bongino – key US politics stories from Monday at a glance The Guardian - US · Feb 25, 2025
French reporter yields first question at Trump press conference to AP in sign of defiance White House remains locked in spat with Associated Press over use of ‘Gulf of America’ The Independent UK · Feb 25, 2025
GOP Senator Expresses Concern Over US Vote At UN Republican Senator John Curtis expresses concern over US voting against UN resolution condemning Russia's war on Ukraine. Top News · Feb 25, 2025
Russia Open To Economic Cooperation With US On Rare Earth Minerals Russia and the US explore economic cooperation in energy, rare earth minerals, and aluminum trade, with potential collaboration in mining activities. Top News · Feb 25, 2025
Top News · Feb 25, 2025 French President Macron Predicts Ukraine-Russia Truce In Coming Weeks French President Macron's optimism for a Ukraine-Russia truce and the importance of security guarantees and Western accountability.
Evening Standard · Feb 25, 2025 Trump suggests it will be Europe that guarantees peace in Ukraine The role of the US in any future deal is likely to be among the topics up for discussion later this week when Sir Keir Starmer heads to Washington.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 25, 2025 Cost of global energy crisis on households in Great Britain ‘to hit £3,000 by summer’ Average annual bill will be about £750 higher than in 2020-21, before Russia-Ukraine war, says campaign group
The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025 Boris Johnson urges Starmer to increase defence spending to 3% Mr Johnson was on Monday in Kyiv for the third anniversary of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine
The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025 Senior Tories attack Trump after US sides with China, North Korea and Russia Heseltine leads condemnation of Trump warning that his actions will ‘act as an incentive’ to those who endanger world peace
Evening Standard · Feb 24, 2025 Tears in Trafalgar Square as 1,000 take part in emotional vigil to mark third anniversary of Ukraine war A warning that ‘no ally should pressure Ukraine to surrender’ has been made at the central London vigil
Top News · Feb 24, 2025 US-Led Resolution On Ukraine Passes In UN Security Council US-led resolution on Ukraine passes in UN Security Council, sparking mixed reactions and aiming for peace in the region.
The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2025 Europe must prepare to defend itself as US support for Nato wanes THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: As President Trump’s policies shift towards Russia, Europe is going to have to pay a price and bear some burdens if it wishes to stay free. Has it the resolve to unite and succeed?
Latin Times · Feb 24, 2025 Trump Refuses to Call Putin a 'Dictator' Days After Slamming Zelensky As One: 'I Don't Use Those Words Lightly' Donald Trump declined to label Vladimir Putin a dictator, days after calling Volodymyr Zelensky a "dictator without elections" and pushing for a U.S.-brokered peace deal.
Latin Times · Feb 24, 2025 Trump Shrugs After French President Fact Checks Him About Europe 'Loaning' Money to Ukraine: 'To Be Frank, We Paid' French President Macron corrected Donald Trump after the U.S. president falsely claimed Europe is "loaning" money to Ukraine amid the ongoing war against Russia.
Top News · Feb 24, 2025 Macron And Trump Make Progress On Ukraine Peace Talks French President Macron and President Trump discuss commitment to peace in Ukraine, emphasizing sovereignty and diplomatic efforts.