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

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

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

Devastating Missile and Drone Strike on Kyiv Leaves Nine Dead and Over 70 Injured

April 24 – A devastating overnight aerial assault on Kyiv has left a deep scar on the Ukrainian capital. Ukrainian officials confirmed that nine people have been killed and more than 70 injured after a combined missile and drone attack struck multiple sites across the city. Among the injured were six children, further highlighting the … Read more

Cardinals Urgently Gather in Vatican After Pope Francis’ Death to Begin Funeral Planning

Pope Francis' funeral

VATICAN CITY, April 22 – Cardinals from across the globe convened at the Vatican on Tuesday morning following the sudden passing of Pope Francis, aged 88, as the Catholic Church begins the solemn process of bidding farewell to its spiritual leader and preparing for the transition of power. The Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis died … Read more

EU Chooses Dialogue Over Confrontation Amid Trump’s New Tariffs

LUXEMBOURG, April 7 – In the face of rising trade tensions with the United States, the European Union has signaled a clear preference for negotiations rather than retaliation. While preparing a set of targeted countermeasures, EU ministers meeting in Luxembourg agreed that dialogue should remain the primary course of action in response to the new … Read more

Russia, Ukraine Reach Sea and Energy Truce as U.S. Pushes for Sanctions Relief

The United States reached deals on Tuesday with Ukraine and Russia on a truce in the Black Sea and a pause in attacks on energy facilities, with Washington also pledging to push for the lifting of some financial sanctions against Moscow.

Washington/Moscow/Kyiv, March 25 – The United States has brokered agreements between Russia and Ukraine to temporarily halt military operations at sea and refrain from attacking energy infrastructure. As part of the deal, Washington has pledged to advocate for easing specific sanctions on Russia, marking a significant diplomatic shift under President Donald Trump’s administration. These agreements … Read more

Russia Asserts Imminent Triumph: Forces Set to Reclaim Full Control of Kursk

Putin Visits Kursk Region for First Time Since Ukraine’s Offensive

MOSCOW, March 13 – Russian officials have declared that their military is on the verge of reclaiming full control over the Kursk region, where Ukrainian troops have held a strategic position for more than seven months. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that its forces are conducting relentless assaults on Ukrainian positions and have recently taken … Read more