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Ukraine war: Zelenskyy proposes ‘drone for Tomahawk’ deal at White House, but Trump warns of ‘escalation’.

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Ukraine war: Zelenskyy proposes 'drone for Tomahawk' deal at White House - but Trump warns of 'escalation'

October 18, 2025 | Washington, D.C Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the White House on Friday to press U.S. President Donald Trump on military aid, including a proposed exchange in which Ukraine would supply thousands of its domestically produced drones in return for U.S. long-range Tomahawk cruise missiles. But while discussions are underway, Trump expressed … Read more

Moscow Rejects Western Security Guarantees for Ukraine

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Moscow Rejects Western Security Guarantees for Ukraine

The Kremlin has firmly rejected proposals that foreign troops be stationed in Ukraine as part of Western security guarantees, issuing a sharp rebuff to a pledge made earlier this week by French President Emmanuel Macron and a coalition of Western allies. Macron announced on Wednesday that 26 countries had formally committed to providing security support … Read more

Britain and France Accuse Russia of Stalling Ceasefire Talks as Pressure Mounts on Putin

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Britain and France Accuse Russia of Stalling Ceasefire Talks as Pressure Mounts on Putin

Global tensions are rising as Britain and France directly accuse Russian President Vladimir Putin of deliberately delaying ceasefire negotiations, intensifying diplomatic pressure by insisting that he owes the United States an immediate response. In a dramatic escalation, the two European powers claim that Russia has effectively dismissed a U.S.-led initiative calling for a full and … Read more

Poland to Launch Voluntary Military Training Programme and Aims to Train 100,000 Annually by 2027

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Poland to Launch Voluntary Military Training Programme and Aims to Train 100,000 Annually by 2027

Poland is embarking on an ambitious initiative to strengthen its national defense by introducing a voluntary military training programme, set to begin next year. This programme aims to train 100,000 volunteers annually by 2027, a significant step in reinforcing Poland’s security amidst rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Prime … Read more

EU Leaders Unite to Fortify Defense Amid U.S. Policy Shift on Ukraine

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EU Leaders Unite to Fortify Defense Amid U.S. Policy Shift on Ukraine

EU leaders gathered in Brussels for an emergency summit to address growing concerns over Ukraine’s war effort following a significant shift in US policy under President Donald Trump. The meeting, which brought together the heads of the 27-nation bloc, was a direct response to Trump’s abrupt decision to suspend military aid and halt intelligence sharing … Read more

UK Rejects Macron’s Ukraine Ceasefire Plan and Backs Stronger Military Support

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UK Rejects Macron’s Ukraine Ceasefire Plan and Backs Stronger Military Support

The United Kingdom has rejected French President Emmanuel Macron’s proposal for a one-month ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, signaling a widening rift among European powers on how to approach the conflict. During a high-level summit in London, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that any peace deal must be grounded in strength and should not … Read more

Key Takeaways from Donald Trump’s Meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House

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Key Takeaways from Donald Trump’s Meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House

US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer sat down at the White House for a pivotal meeting that covered a wide range of important global issues. Their discussions touched on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the future of NATO, trade relations between the US and the UK, and international efforts to ensure peace … Read more

Germany’s Merz Pushes for European Independence as Conservatives Secure Election Victory

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Germany's Merz Pushes for European Independence as Conservatives Secure Election Victory

Germany’s conservative leader, Friedrich Merz, has vowed to prioritize European independence from the United States after his centre-right Christian Democratic Union-Christian Social Union (CDU/CSU) alliance emerged victorious in the latest parliamentary elections. The election, held amid growing concerns over former U.S. President Donald Trump’s commitment to Europe’s security, saw a dramatic shift in the political … Read more

Russia-Ukraine War: Key Developments on Day 1,092

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Russia-Ukraine War: Key Developments on Day 1,092

Fierce battles and high-stakes diplomacy marked the 1,092nd day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. From territorial gains to escalating rhetoric between world leaders, the conflict continues to shape global geopolitics. Russian forces have reportedly reclaimed over 800 square kilometers of territory in the Kursk region, amounting to 64 percent of the land Ukraine had … Read more