KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched its biggest drone attack against Ukraine overnight, a Ukrainian official said Monday, part of an escalating bombing campaign that has further dashed hopes for a breakthrough in efforts to end the 3-year-old war. On the third straight night of significant aerial bombardments, U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at … Read more
BRUSSELS (AP) — Britain’s defense minister on Thursday urged his counterparts from around 30 countries to press ahead with plans to deploy troops to Ukraine to police any future peace agreement with Russia, as questions remained over whether the United States would provide backup. Chairing the first meeting of the so-called coalition of the willing … Read more
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine on Wednesday expanded on its claim that significant numbers of Chinese nationals are fighting for Russia’s invading army, saying it had gathered detailed intelligence on more than 150 mercenaries Moscow allegedly recruited through social media. In China, officials called the allegations “totally unfounded.” The Ukrainian accusation and Chinese denial come … Read more
Syria’s Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa Makes Historic Visit to Saudi Arabia In a significant diplomatic move, Syria’s interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, embarked on his first foreign trip as assuming office, landing in Saudi Arabia on Sunday. The visit, widely seen as a strategic pivot away from Iran, marks a new chapter in Syria’s regional alliances. … Read more
French President Macron Urges Europe: ‘Wake Up’ to Defense Spending In Cesson-Sevigne, France, President Emmanuel Macron called on Europe to increase its defense spending, warning that the region must reduce reliance on the United States for security, particularly as Washington’s foreign policy shifts. Macron delivered his remarks Monday to the French military, during a speech … Read more