The White House on Thursday (local time) stated that US President Donald Trump is "extremely frustrated" with both Russia and Ukraine over the slow progress toward ending the ongoing war and is unwilling to engage in "meetings just for the sake of meeting".
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US President Donald Trump criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he "has to be realistic" and questioning the lack of elections during the war. Zelenskyy insisted the decision rests with Ukrainians. With martial law blocking polls, Western allies back Zelenskyy's legit
US President Donald Trump stated he discussed Ukraine "in pretty strong words" with European leaders and is awaiting their responses before moving forward. He questioned Ukraine's war prospects, pushed for elections, and criticised Europe's handling of immigration and the conflict.
European leaders and US President Donald Trump discussed ongoing US-led mediation on Ukraine and welcomed efforts toward a lasting peace. They agreed the moment is critical for Ukraine, its people, and Euro-Atlantic security, with intensive diplomatic work set to continue.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Andrej Babis on becoming Czechia's new prime minister. Babis returns to power with a majority coalition, plans assertive governance, and faces pending fraud charges. His government is expected to shift Czechia's foreign policy closer to Hungary a
US President Donald Trump warned Europe is heading in "very bad directions," criticised an EU fine against Elon Musk's X platform, and backed a security strategy claiming mass migration risks "civilisational erasure," sparking tensions with European allies over Ukraine and digital regulat
US and Ukrainian leaders are expressing mixed signals on peace efforts. Trump and his son questioned Ukraine's corruption and commitment, while Zelensky said talks were "constructive" but difficult. Meetings continue in London, with two major issues, Donbas and the Zaporzhzhia nuclear pla
Donald Trump Jr warned at the Doha Forum that Donald Trump could end support for Ukraine unless it seeks peace with Russia. He criticised Volodymyr Zelenskyy, claimed elites have fled, and said Americans are tired of funding the war, arguing Republicans no longer prioritise the conflict.
Russian air defenses intercepted or destroyed eight Ukrainian drones in a span of four hours on Saturday evening, Tass reported, citing Russia's Defence Ministry.
A drone strike in February severely damaged Chernobyl's protective New Safe Confinement shield, causing it to lose key safety functions. The IAEA urged major repairs, though core structures remain intact. The arch was built to contain radiation decades after the 1986 disaster and cost about
South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman on Saturday cautioned that India must tread "very careful" in making strategic judgments in managing its energy ties with Russia in the immediate term, even as the just-concluded two-day state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin showcased the endurin