The Alaska Summit: An analysis of realpolitik, symbols, and a crisis of legitimacy

Russian forces make swift advance in Donetsk ahead of Trump–Putin talks

Russian forces have advanced up to 10 km near Dobropillia in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, military trackers say, sparking warnings from analysts of a potentially serious escalation days before a Trump-Putin summit on ending the conflict.

Russian attacks on Ukraine's Sumy region injures 14 people

Russian forces have launched attacks on two areas in Ukraine's border Sumy region, where Moscow has established a presence in recent months, according to authorities.

Ukraine, Spain discuss joint defence production and EU accession in Madrid talks

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held talks with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Madrid on Sunday, focusing on enhanced military cooperation, joint defence production, and Ukraine’s bid to begin European Union accession talks.

UK hits Russia's military and energy sectors with new sanctions

The UK has intensified economic pressure on Russia by announcing a new wave of sanctions. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced 30 new measures which target key areas of Russia’s financial, military, and energy sectors, in response to President Volodymyr Putin’s ongoing war in Ukraine.

Trump considers new Sanctions on Russia amid rising tensions with Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump voices frustration over renewed attacks in Ukraine and slow peace talks.

U.S. to scale back mediation role in Russia-Ukraine peace talks

The U.S. intends to reduce its involvement in mediating Russia-Ukraine talks, urging both sides to take the lead in resolving the conflict.

U.S. envoy holds talks with Putin on Ukraine peace

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks on reaching a peace deal over Ukraine.

Russia reports drone attack on Moscow

Russian officials reported a large-scale drone attack on Moscow early Tuesday, saying at least 91 drones targeted the capital, resulting in one fatality, multiple injuries, and temporary airport closures.

Trump considers fresh sanctions and tariffs on Russia

Lavrov praises Trump’s “common sense” on Russia-Ukraine conflict

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov praised Donald Trump for his “common sense” in seeking to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He criticised past U.S. administrations, condemned the idea of European peacekeepers in Ukraine, and stressed the need for cooperation despite political differences.