Europe

EU Leaders Breathe Relief After Dramatic Victory of Centrist Nicusor Dan in Romanian Election

by
EU leaders relieved after centrist Dan wins Romanian presidency

BUCHAREST, May 19 – European capitals and global markets reacted with optimism and relief following Nicusor Dan’s decisive win in Romania’s presidential election. The victory of the centrist Bucharest mayor over hard-right candidate George Simion reassured the European Union and avoided what many feared could have been a disruptive political shift resembling the Trump-style nationalism … Read more

Russia Demands Ukraine Withdraw Troops Before Ceasefire Agreement, Ukrainian source says

by
Russia demanded Kyiv pull back troops before ceasefire, Ukrainian source says

ISTANBUL, May 17 – Recent diplomatic efforts to halt the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine hit a major roadblock as Russian negotiators demanded Ukraine withdraw its forces from several contested regions before agreeing to a ceasefire, according to a senior Ukrainian official familiar with the discussion. The meeting, held in Istanbul, marked the first … Read more

Putin’s No-Show in Turkey Derails Crucial Ukraine Peace Talks

by
Putin's no-show in Turkey throws Ukraine talks into disarray

ISTANBUL, May 15 – Hopes for renewed peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have been thrown into disarray after Russian President Vladimir Putin declined to attend in person, opting instead to dispatch a delegation of lower-ranking officials to Turkey. The talks, which were expected to mark a significant diplomatic step forward after months of military … Read more

Putin Calls for Direct Peace Talks with Ukraine After Three Years of Devastating War

by
Putin proposes direct peace talks with Ukraine after three years of war

MOSCOW, May 11 – In a surprising and unprecedented move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct peace negotiations with Ukraine, offering to hold talks in Istanbul without any preconditions. This initiative marks the most significant overture toward peace since the war began over three years ago in February 2022. Putin’s announcement came early Sunday … Read more

US and Britain Set to Finalize Key Tariff Agreement on Thursday

by
US and Britain expected to announce tariff deal on Thursday

LONDON, May 8 – The United States and the United Kingdom are expected to unveil a significant trade deal on Thursday, marking the first step toward repairing economic ties strained by years of tariff disputes. This development represents a pivotal moment in U.S-UK trade relations, potentially opening doors for smoother commerce between the two long-standing … Read more

Germany’s Merz Fails to Be Elected Chancellor in Shocking Political Debacle

by
Germany's Merz fails to be elected chancellor in unprecedented debacle

BERLIN, May 6 – German conservative leader Friedrich Merz failed to secure enough support in the Bundestag to be elected chancellor on Tuesday, marking a historic political misstep in the post-war era and throwing the nation’s leadership into temporary uncertainty. The failed vote comes at a critical time as Germany struggles with economic stagnation and … Read more

Putin Says Russia Has the Strength to Decisively Finish Ukraine Operation

by
Putin says Russia has the strength to finish Ukraine operation

MOSCOW, May 4 – President Vladimir Putin, in remarks released on Sunday, reaffirmed Russia’s ability and determination to carry the military operation in Ukraine through to its intended end. While expressing hope that the conflict would not escalate to nuclear confrontation, Putin emphasized that the Russian state possesses all the necessary resources to achieve its … Read more

US and Ukraine sign critical minerals deal after months of tense negotiations

by
Ukraine, US sign minerals deal sought by Trump

MOSCOW, May 1 – Under a newly signed economic partnership agreement, the United States will gain access to Ukraine’s valuable mineral resources. In return, Washington will establish an investment fund to support Ukraine’s recovery and development. The deal reflects months of tense negotiations and marks a strategic shift in U.S-Ukraine relations, offering economic benefits to … Read more

Putin Unveils Ceasefire Plan for May 8-10, Ukraine Demands Immediate Action

by
Putin announces May 8-10 ceasefire, Ukraine wants truce now

MOSCOW, April 28 – Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine from May 8 to May 10. This move comes as part of the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. The ceasefire will coincide with events marking this significant … Read more