Ukrainian and Russian Delegations Head to Istanbul for New Round of Talks

Ukrainian and Russian Delegations Head to Istanbul for New Round of Talks

Officials of the two countries confirmed on Wednesday that their delegations are en route to Turkey for negotiations.

July 23, 2025
China Raises “Solemn Representations” With EU Over Russia Sanctions

China Raises “Solemn Representations” With EU Over Russia Sanctions

The Chinese are upset that two of their banks were included in new EU sanctions on Russia, just before an EU-China summit in Beijing.

July 23, 2025
U.S. Quits UNESCO Over ‘Anti-Israel Bias’ and ‘Globalist Agenda’

U.S. Quits UNESCO Over ‘Anti-Israel Bias’ and ‘Globalist Agenda’

Trump administration pulls plug on membership for second time, criticising the UN cultural body’s support for Palestine and focus on ideological goals.

July 22, 2025
Ukraine and Russia Prepare for New Round of Peace Talks Amid Low Expectations

Ukraine and Russia Prepare for New Round of Peace Talks Amid Low Expectations

Zelensky said Ukraine will send a delegation led by the ex-defence minister to the next round of peace talks with Russia on Wednesday.

July 22, 2025
Japan Rethinks Use of Nuclear Power to Achieve Climate Goals

Japan Rethinks Use of Nuclear Power to Achieve Climate Goals

After the 2011 tsunami, the nation shut down all of its nuclear reactors.

July 22, 2025
“Diametrically” Opposed: No Real Chance for Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine Talks

“Diametrically” Opposed: No Real Chance for Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine Talks

A date for further negotiations is being worked on, according to Moscow.

July 21, 2025
Italy Cancels Pro-Putin Conductor’s Concert

Italy Cancels Pro-Putin Conductor’s Concert

Moscow criticised the move as “scandalous.”

July 21, 2025
China-EU Talks: Trade Dispute and Ukraine Conflict in Focus

China-EU Talks: Trade Dispute and Ukraine Conflict in Focus

The EU’s leaders will head to Beijing on Thursday.

July 21, 2025
Israel: Minorities Face ‘Deadly Danger’ Under Syria’s Regime

Israel: Minorities Face ‘Deadly Danger’ Under Syria’s Regime

Israel says the international community must not legitimise Syria’s Islamist regime while minorities remain under threat.

July 19, 2025
One Dead as Russian Drones Hit Odesa Apartment Block

One Dead as Russian Drones Hit Odesa Apartment Block

A woman died and others were pulled from a burning building after more than 20 drones struck Ukraine’s port city overnight.

July 19, 2025
U.S. Confirms Syria-Israel Ceasefire as Fighting Grips Druze South

U.S. Confirms Syria-Israel Ceasefire as Fighting Grips Druze South

Israel has pledged nearly $600,000 in aid to Syria’s Druze community, as hospitals in Sweida overflow and tens of thousands flee the escalating violence.

July 19, 2025
Merz Rejects EU Budget Plan, Warns of Tough Talks Ahead

Merz Rejects EU Budget Plan, Warns of Tough Talks Ahead

The German Chancellor warned Brussels not to repeat COVID-era borrowing.

July 18, 2025