US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin arrived in Ukraine amid ongoing tensions with Russia, reaffirming America's commitment to Ukraine's security. During his visit, Austin will engage in high-level talks with Ukrainian leaders, focusing on bolstering security assistance.
Former UK PM David Cameron said, "India certainly has the credibility. India might be in a position to meditate but that must be done in a way that recognises Ukraine's sovereignty and independence."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed concerns about the growing "malign" alliance between Russia and North Korea, which could potentially escalate the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.
North Korea has sent 1,500 soldiers to Russia for training, marking its first military involvement in Moscow's war against Ukraine, according to South Korea's National Intelligence Service.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine and said that in the past week, Russia unleashed a barrage of over 20 missiles, nearly 800 guided aerial bombs, and more than 500 strike drones against Ukraine.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation and responsiveness to the UAE's mediation endeavours, which contributed to the success of the prisoner exchange despite the challenges posed by the ongoing war
US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has proposed imposing tariffs of "150 per cent to 200 per cent" on China if it engages in military action against Taiwan. In an interview, Trump emphasised his relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping, suggesting that military action w
India has emphasised the need for sincere and practical engagement between all stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that will have broad acceptability and contribute towards early restoration of peace in the Ukraine conflict that started in February 2022.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his concern over the Ukraine war and efforts towards paving a solution.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Russia is interested to conclude the Ukraine crisis by peaceful means and it is the Ukraine side which has stopped the negotiations.
The United States on Thursday announced new sanctions targeting Chinese and Russian entities involved in the construction, design, and delivery of attack drones that are being used in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
He is expected to hold meetings with the German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Chancellor Olaf Scholz. French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will also join Biden and Scholz later.