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Venezuelan VP flees to Russia — as dictator's son also charged in drug trafficking operation

Follow the latest updates on Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro's capture by the US.

New York Post - Politics - 5 minutes ago

EU urges 'restraint', respect for international law in Venezuela; China and Russia alarmed by Maduro's capture

Countries such as Russia and Iran, which had longstanding ties with Maduro's government, were quick to condemn the US operation.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 47 minutes ago

Chairman of World Holocaust Remembrance Center says he was 'right' to turn down Zelensky

Jerusalem’s Holocaust Remembrance Center has refused to have Vladimir Zelensky give a speech to avoid its distorting of history

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Ukraine chief of staff chosen by Zelensky at key moment Russia in war

General Budanov replaces Andrii Yermak, President Zelensky’s long-standing aide, who resigned in November

Independent UK - World - 5 hours ago

Ukraine war latest: Zelensky and Starmer discuss spending Chelsea sale

Ukraine said its forces ‘adhere to international law’

Independent UK - World - 5 hours ago

Russia condemns US 'aggression' against Venezuela

The US president has claimed that Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country

Russia Today - World - 6 hours ago

Ukraine: European advisers discuss further steps in Kyiv

European security advisers arrive in Kyiv to "work on framework agreements" as a 20-point proposal to halt the war in Ukraine struggles to make it over the finish line. US also set to join talks by video link.

Deutsche Welle - World - 6 hours ago

Russia slams Austria for allowing Ukrainian ultra-nationalist march

Russia’s embassy in Austria has condemned Vienna for allowing a march marking the birthday of Ukrainian Nazi collaborator Stepan Bandera

Russia Today - World - 8 hours ago

Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two including child, authorities say

Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition.

BBC News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Ukraine peace talks: Zelenskyy hosts security advisers as Russia issues warning

About 15 nations and EU and Nato representatives will join security talks with Kyiv.

NZ Herald - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

A ceasefire in Ukraine would bring danger for the whole of Europe

Despite Zelensky and Trump’s optimistic talk of an ongoing ‘peace process’ Putin seems only too happy to continue waging war in Ukraine. And if a ceasefire is achieved in 2026, Keir Giles asks: at what cost?

Independent UK - World - 11 hours ago

Ukraine's Zelensky names spy boss Budanov as chief of staff -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Friday that he named spy boss Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov as his chief of staff.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Friday that he named spy boss Lt. Gen. Kyrylo Budanov as his chief of staff.

UPI - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Retired Gen. Jack Keane calls for 'maximum sanctions' on Russia after Putin's 'bold-faced lie' to Trump about alleged drone attack

Keane argued that the Trump administration should reevaluate Putin’s “sincerity” about wanting peace.

New York Post - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Russian strike on Ukraine's Kharkiv injures at least 25, officials say

KYIV: Russian missiles struck a multi-storey apartment building in Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine on Friday (Jan 2), leaving the building in ruins and injuring at least 25 people, officials said.Pho

Channel NewsAsia - World - 21 hours ago

Zelensky names Ukraine's head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine needs to focus on security issues, developing its defense and security forces, and peace talks.

Los Angeles Times - World - 23 hours ago

Russia puts death toll from Ukrainian strike on village at 27

Russian authorities say a Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian-occupied village in Kherson killed 27 people

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky Condemns 'Heinous' Russian Strike on Major Ukraine City

Two Russian missiles hit a residential area in the center of Kharkiv, officials said, with at least 16 people injured.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy names intelligence chief as top aide, Russia puts death toll from Ukrainian strike at 27

Three drones struck a cafe and hotel in the resort town of Khorly on the Black Sea coast, the region’s Moscow-installed leader Vladimir Saldo said in a statement on Telegram.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine denies targeting civilians after Moscow claims deadly hotel strike

A source in Ukraine's defence forces said the attack targeted a military gathering that was closed to civilians.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

CIA tells Trump Ukraine did not try to assassinate Putin contradicting Russian claims

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has told US president Donald Trump that Ukraine did not attempt to assassinate Vladimir Putin, contradicting Russian ...

Independent.ie - World - 1 day ago

Russia Hands Evidence of Alleged Ukrainian Drone Attack on Putin Residence to US

Kyiv and European leaders have dismissed Moscow’s claim, accusing Russia of spreading falsehoods to derail U.S.-led peace talks.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Russia puts death toll from Ukrainian strike on occupied village at 27. Kyiv rejects accusation

Russian authorities say a Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian-occupied village in Ukraine's Kherson region has killed 27 people. The attack allegedly targeted a café and hotel where civilians were …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 1 day ago

Turkish intel chief talks peace efforts with top Ukraine negotiator

Türkiye’s intelligence chief, Ibrahim Kalın, met with Ukraine’s National Security and Defense Council secretary Rustem Umerov in Ankara on Thursday....

Daily Sabah - Politics - 2 days ago

Ukraine fakes death of anti-Kremlin fighter to foil Russian plot

Ukraine’s military intelligence said Thursday it faked the reported death of an anti-Kremlin Russian fighter to thwart an assassination plot ordered by...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

'A monstrous crime': Russia condemns deadly Ukrainian New Year's Eve drone strike

The attack was timed to coincide with New Year’s Eve celebrations to maximize civilian casualties, Russian public figures have said

Russia Today - US News - 2 days ago

Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 24 in New Year drone strike

At least one dead body was visible in the images beneath a white sheet.

New York Post - World - 2 days ago

'Invincible alliance': Kim Jong-un hails Russia in New Year's message

Kim Jong-un hailed the North Korea-Russia alliance as an “invincible” one in a New Year’s message, as reported by the state media on Thursday. In the message, Kim also paid tribute...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

From collapse fears to resilience: How Russia reshaped its economy by the end of 2025

A deep dive into how state influence, Asian trade, and domestic production are reshaping the Russian economy

Russia Today - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Australian man killed fighting with Ukraine forces: reports

Authorities are working to confirm reports an Australian fighting in Ukraine has died.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Americans Urged to Avoid Russia as State Department Reaffirms Top-Level Travel Warning

The warning comes as Russia has alleged there was a drone attack against Putin’s residence and deployed nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles near NATO borders.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Putin expresses confidence in victory as Russian drones blast apartment buildings in Ukraine

As its invasion approaches a four-year milestone in February, Russia has also intensified targeting of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, seeking to deny Ukrainians heat and running water in the bitter winter months.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 days ago

Trump's push for Russia-Ukraine peace: Letters to the Editor — Jan. 1, 2026

The Issue: President Trump’s efforts to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine. The United States’ approach to brokering a peace settlement in the Russia-Ukraine war can best be described as...

New York Post - Opinion - 3 days ago

Iran, Russia hold joint energy working group meeting

TEHRAN- The Iran-Russia Energy Working Group meeting was held, co-chaired by Iran’s Deputy Oil Minister for International and Commercial Affairs and Russia’s Deputy Energy Minister, during which emphasis was placed on operationalizing strategic memoranda of understanding between the two countries.

Tehran Times - Business - 3 days ago

Iran, Russia move to deepen energy cooperation

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have underscored the importance of implementing strategic memorandums of understanding during a joint energy working group meeting aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 3 days ago

Defense stocks fall after Ukraine peace talks; European markets open flat

European stocks start the last trading week of the year in flat territory.

CNBC - World - 3 days ago

Carney speaks with European leaders on efforts to reach Ukraine peace deal

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he spoke with European leaders today on the latest efforts to advance Ukraine’s security and recovery.

CTV News - Politics - 3 days ago

What happens if Taiwan, Ukraine go under? -- Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

UPI - Opinion - 4 days ago

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Fabricating Attack to Undermine Peace Talks

Ukraine has rejected Russian claims that it targeted a residence used by President Vladimir Putin, saying the allegation is false and intended to derail fragile peace talks.

OilPrice.com - World - 4 days ago

US banking giant reveals massive Russia exit cost

Citigroup expects a loss of more than $1 billion from the sale of its remaining business in Russia

Russia Today - Business - 4 days ago

We need to face the truth about Putin if we want lasting peace in Ukraine

President Trump met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy as they continue to hammer out some of the basics of what could be part of any peace agreement with Russia.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

The six words from Trump that had Zelensky – and the world – wincing

The question is whether this Trumpian blind spot for Putin’s intent will doom the peace process by railroading Ukraine into accepting terms its people or its parliament cannot abide.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 4 days ago

'Only Trump can stop Russia': Millions face freezing winter, Ukraine energy executive warns

Ukraine's largest private energy company reports 90% of generation capacity damaged by Russian attacks, leaving over 1 million without power during freezing temperatures.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Russia says Ukraine attacked Putin's home, Kyiv denies

Russia on Monday accused Ukraine of launching a large-scale drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences, a claim Kyiv rejected as a...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 days ago

Why latest Ukraine peace talks include promising developments for Kyiv

Sticking points remain in draft peace deal, including fate of land in eastern Ukraine

Irish Times - World - 4 days ago

Zelenskyy meets with Carney in Halifax before Ukraine president's talks with Trump in Florida

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Halifax on Saturday during a stopover before heading to the U.S. to meet with President Donald Trump for talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war.

CBC News - Politics - 5 days ago

Peace in Ukraine cannot be at any cost, says Swinney

Talks on a peace deal took place between presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky in the US over the weekend.

Evening Standard - Politics - 5 days ago

Trump says 'a lot closer' to Ukraine peace deal, though thorny issues remain

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was scheduled to arrive at Mar-a-Lago in President Donald Trump's latest attempt to end the war with Russia.

CNBC - Politics - 5 days ago

No major breakthrough but Trump claims Ukraine deal 'a lot closer'

Donald Trump said Sunday that a deal to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine is closer than ever, though no breakthrough was reported on the contentious...

Daily Sabah - World - 5 days ago

Trump says Ukraine peace deal 'closer than ever' after Zelensky talks

US president says deal ‘95% complete’ but two leaders acknowledge there are still ‘thorny issues’ remaining

Evening Standard - Politics - 5 days ago

Trump says Ukraine-Russia peace 'closer than ever' after talks with Zelenskyy -- President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are "closer than ever before" to a peace deal, even as Russia launched another round of attacks on Ukraine while Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy flew to the United States.

President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are “closer than ever before” to a peace deal, even as Russia launched another round of attacks on Ukraine while Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy flew to the United States.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 5 days ago

Strategic snapshot of Russia-Ukraine war in 2025

2025 marked a year in which U.S. mediation weakened Ukraine’s position at the peace table while Russia grew stronger

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 5 days ago

Zelensky meets Trump in Florida as Ukraine war peace talks focus on territorial issues

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Florida for critical talks with Donald Trump on ending the nearly four-year Ukraine war, with territorial concessions the most sensitive issue on the table

WalesOnline - World - 5 days ago

Zelenskyy meets Trump in Florida for talks on Ukraine peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump met in Florida on Sunday to try to forge a plan to end the war in Ukraine.

CNBC - Politics - 5 days ago

Zelensky arrives in Florida for Trump talks to secure Ukraine peace

The US president said prior to the meeting he had had a ‘good and very productive’ call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Evening Standard - Politics - 5 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin says Ukraine is in no hurry to end conflict by any peaceful means

Russia's president has accused Ukraine of being in no hurry to end the war through any peaceful means. Vladimir Putin is sticking to his line that Moscow will do whatever it takes to meet its goals, even if that involves force.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 6 days ago

Russia to reach Ukraine goals by force if Kyiv shuns peace: Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of being in no hurry for peace and warned that if ​it did not want to ‍resolve their conflict...

Daily Sabah - World - 6 days ago

Why Putin has not shifted his position on Ukraine - and what that means for Trump as he prepares to meet Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is due to meet Donald Trump in Florida later today, to discuss a new 20-point peace plan for ending the war in Ukraine.

Sky News - World - 6 days ago

Carney announces $2.5-billion of ⁠aid for Ukraine during meeting with Zelensky

The Ukrainian President is on his way to Florida for meetings with Donald Trump, who is trying to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 6 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskyy to meet Trump in Florida amid push to end conflict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting US counterpart Donald Trump in Florida on Dec 28 to discuss a 20-point peace plan drafted by both sides last weekend. It will focus on territory concessions and security guarantees. My Zelenskyy says while Ukraine has its red lines, he is confident a compromise can be

Channel NewsAsia - World - 7 days ago

Russian drones, missiles pound Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

The latest strikes came less than 48 hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signaled that a peace deal was close.

CNBC - Politics - 7 days ago

Russia pounds Kyiv hours before Zelensky-Trump showdown on ending war

Explosions rang out across Kyiv overnight as Ukraine's air defence units went into action

Evening Standard - World - 7 days ago

Russian barrage kills 1, leaves Kyiv without power before Ukraine-US talks

A barrage of Russian missiles and drones on Kyiv early Saturday killed one person, wounding at least 11 and cut off heating and electricity for hundreds of...

Daily Sabah - World - 7 days ago

Russia hits Ukraine with drone, missile strikes ahead of Zelenskyy-Trump meeting

Before the overnight attacks, the Ukrainian president said the talks would focus on the territorial aspects of a proposed peace deal.

SBS - Politics - 7 days ago

NATO's scandal-ridden boss wants war with Russia to be his next train wreck

Mark Rutte is trying to invoke history against Russia – bold move for someone with such a selective memory of his own scandals

Russia Today - Opinion - 8 days ago

Zelensky Challenges Putin With US-Backed 20-Point Peace Plan As Proposal Reaches Moscow

The next move now lies with Putin, whose response will show whether the proposal can gain traction or fade amid continued fighting.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 8 days ago

EU sets new record in trade surplus with Russia – Eurostat

EU quarterly trade surplus with Russia hit €1.5 billion in Q3 2025, the first time since 2002, data shows

Russia Today - Business - 8 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Why Europe risks another bleak year in 2026

As the US retrenches, European leaders are militarising without strategy or capacity, deepening economic decline, democratic strain and geopolitical risk across the continent

Middle East Eye - US News - 8 days ago

Pope Leo XIV delivers first Christmas message calling for end to violence in Middle East, Russia-Ukraine war

Pope Leo XIV delivers Christmas message calling for peace in Middle East and Ukraine, urging world leaders to reject violence and embrace dialogue.

Fox News - US News - 9 days ago

Russia may be feeling the pressure after Moscow blast and US-Ukraine peace framework

Two police officers and another person were killed in a car blast in Moscow on Wednesday. It is the second fatal bombing in the capital in the space of three days.

Sky News - World - 9 days ago

Russia Bombards Kyiv as Zelenskyy Warns of Christmas Strikes

Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone assault on Kyiv and Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of intensified Christmas-period attacks amid stalled negotiations.

OilPrice.com - World - 10 days ago

'Massive' Russian attack across Ukraine with child among those killed

Russia has maintained that strikes will continue until its demands for peace are met

Evening Standard - World - 11 days ago

Starlink in the crosshairs: How Russia could attack Elon Musk's conquering of space

NATO-nation intelligence services believe Russia is developing a weapon to target Starlink satellites.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 11 days ago

Russia Downplays Peace Prospects as Talks With U.S. and Ukraine Conclude

Russia maintained its uncompromising stance on a Ukraine peace deal, dismissing proposed revisions from Kyiv and European allies as U.S.-brokered talks in Florida ended without tangible progress.

OilPrice.com - World - 11 days ago

Kremlin: Peace prospects not improved by Europe, Ukraine changes to proposals

European and Ukrainian negotiators have been discussing changes to a U.S. set of proposals for an agreement to end the nearly four-year-old war.

CNBC - Politics - 12 days ago

Russia strikes Ukrainian port as peace negotiations continue in US -- The airstrikes on port infrastructure in Odesa come as the Kremlin sends an envoy to Florida to discuss the Trump administration's proposed peace plan. Meanwhile, European Union leaders agreed to provide $106 billion to support Ukraine's military and economic needs over the next two years.

The airstrikes on port infrastructure in Odesa come as the Kremlin sends an envoy to Florida to discuss the Trump administration's proposed peace plan. Meanwhile, European Union leaders agreed to provide $106 billion to support Ukraine's military and economic needs over the next two years.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 13 days ago

EU's Ukraine loan deal is a spineless cop-out –if we want to save Europe, Russia's $210bn in frozen assets must be seized

So Ukraine gets to fight on thanks to a €90bn loan approved by the EU this week. On the face of it, this is good news for Ukraine, giving it much-needed br...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 14 days ago

Rocket Report: Russia pledges quick fix for Soyuz launch pad; Ariane 6 aims high

South Korean rocket startup Innospace is poised to debut a new nano-launcher.

Ars Technica - Science - 15 days ago

EU Approves €90 Billion Loan for Ukraine After Frozen Assets Plan Stalls

The European Union agreed to a €90 billion interest-free loan for Ukraine after legal concerns blocked plans to use frozen Russian assets, underscoring Europe’s growing responsibility to sustain Kyiv as U.S. support wanes.

OilPrice.com - World - 15 days ago

Why the EU's climbdown on aid to Ukraine matters

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Irish Times - Politics - 15 days ago

With Russia looming, Europe tries to beef up its youth military service -- The potential military threat from Russia and the decreasing support from the US have European countries looking to conscript citizens. It's a big ask after decades of peace and prosperity.

The potential military threat from Russia and the decreasing support from the US have European countries looking to conscript citizens. It's a big ask after decades of peace and prosperity.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 15 days ago

Defense stocks fall as Ukraine talks continue; European markets finish lower

European stocks closed lower on Tuesday, reversing gains seen at the start of the week.

CNBC - World - 17 days ago

Russia claims control of key Ukrainian city, rail hub of Kupiansk

Russia said Tuesday it controlled the key city of Kupiansk in northeast Ukraine, where Ukrainian forces recently claimed to have retaken territory. 'The...

Daily Sabah - World - 18 days ago

Russia strikes Turkish cargo vessel off Ukraine's Odesa

A major fire erupted after Russia targeted a Turkish cargo vessel anchored in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa in a missile attack on Friday. The cargo...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 22 days ago

Ukraine Open to Wartime Elections if Security Can Be Guaranteed

Zelenskyy signaled readiness to hold wartime elections if the United States and European partners can guarantee security, even as complex peace talks with Russia continue.

OilPrice.com - World - 23 days ago

Arms industry investors in panic over Ukraine peace talks

A US-backed peace initiative has reportedly prompted a sell-off of German arms manufacturers’ stocks

Russia Today - Business - 1 month ago

Company Inks $7M Deal to Provide Satellite Technology to US Army -- The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international...

The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international military community rethink war tactics.

Military.com - Technology - 2 months ago

Greenpeace Accuses Russia of Destroying the Environment

A new Greenpeace report accuses Russia of accelerating environmental destruction and obstructing global climate progress as it prioritizes war and resource exploitation.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 2 months ago

Inside-net: Russia is dismantling free internet connections

The Russian authorities this year created a ‘white list’ of websites that are not to be blocked while everything else would not be available for users in Russia

Global Voices - Technology - 2 months ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 9 months ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 9 months ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 1 year ago

IOC president blasts Ukraine – media

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Back has reportedly urged Kiev against calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 3 years ago