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Trump Signals Ukraine Peace Talks, but Putin Shows No Interest in Compromise
Former President Donald Trump has suggested that the U.S. and Russia are engaged in discussions about ending the war in Ukraine, though it remains unclear whether Russian President Vladimir Putin has any real interest in negotiations. Nearly three years after Russia's invasion, Moscow's forces are advancing, while Ukraine faces shortages of troops and military supplies. Trump, who has repeatedly claimed he could broker peace, has indicated that "very serious" talks are already underway, though Kyiv has been left out of the process. 
Former President Donald Trump has suggested that the U.S. and Russia are engaged in discussions about ending the war in Ukraine, though it remains unclear whether Russian President Vladimir Putin has any real interest in negotiations. Nearly three years after Russia's invasion, Moscow's forces are advancing, while Ukraine faces shortages of troops and military supplies. Trump, who has repeatedly claimed he could broker peace, has indicated that "very serious" talks are already underway, though Kyiv has been left out of the process. -
Trump Warns Putin to End Ukraine War or Face Economic Penalties
President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, threatening severe economic consequences if Russia fails to reach a settlement to end its nearly three-year war in Ukraine. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump promised "high levels of taxes, tariffs, and sanctions" on Russian goods and exports to the United States and allied nations should the conflict continue. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday, threatening severe economic consequences if Russia fails to reach a settlement to end its nearly three-year war in Ukraine. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump promised "high levels of taxes, tariffs, and sanctions" on Russian goods and exports to the United States and allied nations should the conflict continue. -
Putin and Xi Vow to Challenge U.S. Influence in ‘Multipolar World’ After Trump’s Inauguration
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their nations' deepening partnership during a video call on Tuesday, just one day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their nations' deepening partnership during a video call on Tuesday, just one day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. -
Trump Plans Meeting with Putin to Address Ukraine War After Inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after his inauguration on January 20, signaling a renewed focus on diplomacy to end the war in Ukraine. The move has drawn cautious optimism from Moscow and mixed reactions from Kyiv, where officials are eager to understand the implications for U.S. support in the conflict. 
President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after his inauguration on January 20, signaling a renewed focus on diplomacy to end the war in Ukraine. The move has drawn cautious optimism from Moscow and mixed reactions from Kyiv, where officials are eager to understand the implications for U.S. support in the conflict. -
Putin’s Desperate Push to Bolster Troops Could Backfire With Severe Economic Consequences
Russian President Vladimir Putin's latest efforts to bolster his military through financial incentives have raised alarm among Western officials and analysts, who warn of potential long-term economic repercussions. With the Ukraine conflict nearing its third year, the Kremlin is scrambling to maintain troop levels amidst soaring casualties and growing public fatigue. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin's latest efforts to bolster his military through financial incentives have raised alarm among Western officials and analysts, who warn of potential long-term economic repercussions. With the Ukraine conflict nearing its third year, the Kremlin is scrambling to maintain troop levels amidst soaring casualties and growing public fatigue. -
Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan’s Aliyev for Fatal Plane Crash That Killed 38, but Avoids to Taking Blame
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare apology on Saturday to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for what he described as a "tragic incident" that led to the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane in Kazakhstan. The crash, which occurred on Wednesday, claimed the lives of 38 people while 29 others survived, leaving many unanswered questions about the circumstances surrounding the disaster. Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a rare apology on Saturday to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev for what he described as a "tragic incident" that led to the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane in Kazakhstan. The crash, which occurred on Wednesday, claimed the lives of 38 people while 29 others survived, leaving many unanswered questions about the circumstances surrounding the disaster. -
Putin Signals Willingness for Talks with Trump Amid Ukraine Conflict and Rising Tensions
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness for potential discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, raising speculation about a diplomatic pivot as the war in Ukraine approaches its third year. Speaking during his annual marathon news conference in Moscow on Thursday, Putin addressed a range of pressing issues, including Russia's military objectives in Ukraine, its geopolitical standing, and strained relations with the West. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness for potential discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, raising speculation about a diplomatic pivot as the war in Ukraine approaches its third year. Speaking during his annual marathon news conference in Moscow on Thursday, Putin addressed a range of pressing issues, including Russia's military objectives in Ukraine, its geopolitical standing, and strained relations with the West. -
Putin Left Off Guest List as Trump Extends Inauguration Invite to Xi Jinping
Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, has not received an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump's January 20 inauguration, according to statements from the Kremlin. Dmitry Peskov, Putin's spokesperson, confirmed on Thursday that Trump "didn't send an invitation" to the Russian leader, as reported by Russian news agency TASS. Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, has not received an invitation to President-elect Donald Trump's January 20 inauguration, according to statements from the Kremlin. Dmitry Peskov, Putin's spokesperson, confirmed on Thursday that Trump "didn't send an invitation" to the Russian leader, as reported by Russian news agency TASS. -
Top Putin Missile Developer Shot Dead Near Moscow, Reports Point to Ukrainian Involvement
Mikhail Shatsky, a leading figure in Russia's missile development sector, was found shot dead in a forest park near Moscow, according to multiple reports on Thursday. Shatsky, who held the position of deputy general designer and head of the software department at the Mars Design Bureau, was instrumental in modernizing cruise missiles such as the Kh-59 and Kh-69-key weapons in Russia's military operations in Ukraine. 
Mikhail Shatsky, a leading figure in Russia's missile development sector, was found shot dead in a forest park near Moscow, according to multiple reports on Thursday. Shatsky, who held the position of deputy general designer and head of the software department at the Mars Design Bureau, was instrumental in modernizing cruise missiles such as the Kh-59 and Kh-69-key weapons in Russia's military operations in Ukraine. -
Putin’s Closest Ally Lukashenko Admits Belarus Now Hosts 'Dozens of' Russian Nuclear Weapons
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced on Tuesday that "several dozen" Russian nuclear warheads have been deployed in Belarus, further solidifying the alliance between Moscow and Minsk while raising alarms across the region. The announcement came just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin and Lukashenko signed a security pact strengthening their countries' mutual defense commitments. 
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko announced on Tuesday that "several dozen" Russian nuclear warheads have been deployed in Belarus, further solidifying the alliance between Moscow and Minsk while raising alarms across the region. The announcement came just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin and Lukashenko signed a security pact strengthening their countries' mutual defense commitments.
