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Trump calls for Ukraine elections amid Zelensky’s declining popularity

Trump calls for Ukraine elections amid Zelensky’s declining popularity

In a major shift in rhetoric on the Ukraine conflict, US President Donald Trump has stated that Ukraine may have to hold new elections, arguing that...

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Zelensky rejects US-Russia talks in Riyadh as futile

Zelensky rejects US-Russia talks in Riyadh as futile

The upcoming meeting between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Riyadh on February 18 has drawn sharp...

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Ukraine must repay US for billions in aid, says national security adviser

Ukraine must repay US for billions in aid, says national security adviser

The United States expects Ukraine to reimburse Washington for the substantial “investments” it has made in the ongoing conflict with Russia,...

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Putin-Trump summit in Saudi Arabia: A new chapter in diplomacy

Putin-Trump summit in Saudi Arabia: A new chapter in diplomacy

A highly anticipated summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump is reportedly in the works, with Saudi Arabia...

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Zelensky rejects US rare earth deal amid pressure from Washington

Zelensky rejects US rare earth deal amid pressure from Washington

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has reportedly refused to sign an agreement that would have granted the United States access to Ukraine’s...

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Trump signals shift on Ukraine NATO membership and conflict

Trump signals shift on Ukraine NATO membership and conflict

In a move that signals a potential shift in US policy towards Ukraine, President Donald Trump has confirmed that Ukraine will not be joining NATO. His...

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US prioritizes China as key defense challenge in strategy shift

US prioritizes China as key defense challenge in strategy shift

The United States has officially recalibrated its defense priorities, placing China at the forefront of its strategic concerns in the Indo-Pacific....

14.02.2025 8

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Why does Trump want control over Greenland, Canada and Panama Canal?

Why does Trump want control over Greenland, Canada and Panama Canal?

In the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election, political analysts and geopolitical strategists were quick to speculate about his second-term priorities....

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Trump pushes Ukraine to repay $500 billion with minerals

Trump pushes Ukraine to repay $500 billion with minerals

US President Donald Trump has reiterated his demand that Ukraine compensate Washington for the hundreds of billions of dollars in aid it has received...

12.02.2025 4

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Zelensky’s election delay strategic move or political survival

Zelensky’s election delay strategic move or political survival

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has once again postponed elections in the country, citing the ongoing conflict with Russia as the key reason....

11.02.2025 7

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Trump imposes sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan

Trump imposes sanctions on ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan

In a move that has reignited tensions between Washington and the International Criminal Court (ICC), US President Donald Trump has imposed economic...

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Trump signals potential talks with Zelensky and Putin for Ukraine peace

Trump signals potential talks with Zelensky and Putin for Ukraine peace

US President Donald Trump has announced that he is likely to meet with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky as early as next week, while also expressing...

09.02.2025 4

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Elon Musk warns ’America will lose the next war very badly’ without urgent defense reforms

Elon Musk warns ’America will lose the next war very badly’ without urgent defense reforms

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has issued a dire warning about the future of US military capabilities, stating that the country is at serious risk of...

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US-China trade war escalates with new tariffs

US-China trade war escalates with new tariffs

China has strongly condemned the United States’ recent imposition of additional tariffs on Chinese goods, warning that the move could further...

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Trump administration moves to shut down USAID operations worldwide

Trump administration moves to shut down USAID operations worldwide

The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced an unprecedented global furlough of nearly all its employees, following an executive...

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Trudeau and Trump reach temporary deal on tariffs and border security

Trudeau and Trump reach temporary deal on tariffs and border security

In a significant development for North American trade relations, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has confirmed that the United States will...

05.02.2025 10

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Trump repeats proposal for Canada to become the 51st state

Trump repeats proposal for Canada to become the 51st state

US President Donald Trump has once again proposed that Canada become the 51st state of the United States, citing economic benefits and enhanced...

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Trump orders airstrikes in Somalia to target IS militants

Trump orders airstrikes in Somalia to target IS militants

In a significant show of force, US President Donald Trump has ordered a series of airstrikes targeting Islamic State (IS) militants in Somalia’s...

03.02.2025 10

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Germany’s far-right AfD party forms unexpected alliance with Trump and Musk

Germany’s far-right AfD party forms unexpected alliance with Trump and Musk

In the increasingly polarized landscape of German politics, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has found itself aligning with an unexpected...

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Rubio calls for immediate negotiated end to Ukraine conflict

Rubio calls for immediate negotiated end to Ukraine conflict

The United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has declared that the ongoing Ukraine conflict must be resolved swiftly through negotiations,...

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Meta pays $25 million to settle censorship lawsuit with Trump

Meta pays $25 million to settle censorship lawsuit with Trump

Facebook’s parent company, Meta Platforms, has reportedly agreed to pay $25 million to settle a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump, who...

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Putin says Ukraine conflict could end if Western aid stops

Putin says Ukraine conflict could end if Western aid stops

Russian President Vladimir Putin has asserted that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine could be concluded within two months if Western nations halt their...

30.01.2025 10

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EU’s military gamble in Ukraine and Trump’s influence

The Ukraine conflict, as it rages on, has forced a recalibration of geopolitics, exposing deep divisions within the Western bloc and raising serious...

29.01.2025 10

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Russia says no direct contact yet with Trump administration

As the geopolitical landscape faces fresh challenges with the advent of the Trump administration in the United States, Moscow has clarified that...

29.01.2025 10

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Musk urges Germans to ‘be proud’ amid controversy over AfD support

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has sparked widespread controversy after addressing an Alternative for Germany (AfD) campaign rally, urging Germans to move...

28.01.2025 4

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Trump’s bold ultimatum on Ukraine: A new strategy or campaign rhetoric?

During a high-stakes presidential debate in Philadelphia last September, Donald Trump made a bold proclamation about the war in Ukraine: “That is a...

27.01.2025 4

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Putin claims 2020 election was stolen and links Trump’s loss to Ukraine conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reignited a contentious debate by claiming the 2020 US presidential election was “stolen” from Donald Trump....

26.01.2025 7

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Putin ready to talk to Trump: Kremlin awaits signals from Washington

In a development that could potentially alter the trajectory of the Ukraine conflict, Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed his readiness to...

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Germany Scholz criticizes Musk over free speech extremism

Freedom of speech, a cornerstone of democratic societies, often finds itself at the crossroads of differing interpretations and political ideologies....

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EU struggles with soaring costs after losing Russian energy

The European Union’s decision to wean itself off Russian energy has led to soaring energy costs across the continent, European Commission President...

23.01.2025 4

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Trump freezes foreign aid shifting focus to ‘America first’ policy

In a dramatic return to the “America First” agenda that characterized his previous presidency, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on...

22.01.2025 9

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Trump vows to repeal Biden’s ‘foolish’ orders on day one

In a fiery speech delivered to a packed rally in Washington, DC, President-elect Donald Trump outlined his ambitious plans to undo the policies of...

22.01.2025 8

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UK and Ukraine face Russian rejection over Azov Sea plans

The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued a firm rebuke to a newly signed agreement between the United Kingdom and Ukraine, declaring that neither...

21.01.2025 7

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Israeli government approves controversial ceasefire deal with Hamas

In a pivotal development, the Israeli government has approved a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, marking a potential end to a brutal 15-month conflict...

20.01.2025 8

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Greenland responds Trump’s proposal for US acquisition

Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute Egede, has once again rejected the idea of the Arctic island becoming part of the United States, following renewed...

18.01.2025 8

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Biden warns of oligarchy and tech industrial complex

In a historic farewell address from the Oval Office on January 15, outgoing US President Joe Biden issued a stark warning to Americans about the...

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Trump vows quick meeting with Putin to end Ukraine war

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after his inauguration on January 20. In an...

15.01.2025 9

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Trump and Putin to discuss US-Russia relations soon

Preparations for a call between US President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are reportedly in motion, with discussions...

14.01.2025 10

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Zelensky’s push for a peace deal and security in 2025

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has reiterated his commitment to securing a peace agreement with Russia by 2025, emphasizing the need for robust...

13.01.2025 5

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Putin ready for ‘unconditional’ meeting with Trump on Ukraine

The Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to hold direct talks with US President-elect Donald Trump without any...

12.01.2025 7

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Grooming gangs scandal lessons for the United States justice system

The recent resurfacing of the United Kingdom’s “grooming gangs” scandal has reignited outrage and spurred discussions about systemic failures...

11.01.2025 9

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EU rejects Trumps Greenland remarks as highly theoretical

The European Commission has downplayed the likelihood of any aggressive moves by US President-elect Donald Trump to absorb Greenland, an autonomous...

10.01.2025 10

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Georgian PM accuses Macron of lying over Russian interference claims

In a sharp rebuke of recent statements by French President Emmanuel Macron, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has dismissed allegations of...

09.01.2025 6

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Moscow responds to Zelensky’s request for frozen Russian funds

The recent revelations by Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky regarding his proposition to former US President Donald Trump have stirred sharp...

08.01.2025 4

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Scholz denies rumors of planned meeting with Putin

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has firmly denied rumors about an upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling them “false” and “...

07.01.2025 5

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Russia intercepts ATACMS missiles as conflict with Ukraine escalates

The Russian Defense Ministry announced on January 3 that its air defense systems intercepted eight US-supplied Army Tactical Missile Systems...

06.01.2025 6

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New York Judge schedules Trump sentencing days before inauguration

In a move sparking widespread debate, New York County Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan denied Donald Trump’s request to dismiss a highly...

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Cybertruck explosion suspect linked to Green Beret Ukraine service

In a shocking incident on New Year’s Day, the Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas injured seven people...

04.01.2025 10

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Slovakia prepares retaliation over Ukraine’s gas ‘sabotage’

Slovakia’s Prime Minister, Robert Fico, has vowed retaliatory measures against Ukraine following the cessation of Russian gas transit through...

04.01.2025 5

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Washington opens to ‘respectful & constructive’ dialogue with Moscow

In a cautiously optimistic New Year’s address, US Ambassador to Russia Lynne Tracy underscored Washington’s willingness to engage in “respectful...

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