International Relations
DPRK launches ballistic missiles towards the Sea of Japan
North Korea launched several ballistic missiles, which flew about 900 kilometres and landed in the Sea of Japan. The launches violate UN resolutions and increase tensions in the region.
Zelenskyy outlines conditions for peace, elections and role of the Coalition of the Willing
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the effectiveness of the Coalition of the Willing depends on the readiness of countries to have a military presence in Ukraine, and explained his position on the elections, the referendum and the role of the United States in the peace process.
Zelensky reaffirms support for Syrsky, explains staff rotations and outlines security plans
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he did not plan to dismiss the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, explained the logic of personnel changes and announced that he was preparing security guarantees for Ukraine together with partners.
Trump on the capture of Maduro: US announces transitional governance of Venezuela
Donald Trump announced the capture of Nicolas Maduro by US forces, announced transitional governance of Venezuela, the restoration of the oil industry, and readiness for new military actions in case of resistance.
Why Trump removed Maduro from power in Venezuela
The strikes on Caracas and the harsh rhetoric of the White House show that the removal of Nicolas Maduro has become one of Donald Trump's priorities. Experts explain the US motives by geopolitics, domestic politics and the struggle for influence in the region.
Zelenskyy and Starmer discuss preparations for the Coalition of the Willing meeting and possible deployment of forces after the ceasefire
During the phone conversation, Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Keir Starmer agreed on the preparation of a meeting of the leaders of the Coalition of the Willing, support for US peace efforts and the deployment of multinational forces in Ukraine.
US files criminal charges against Nicolas Maduro and his wife
The US Attorney General's Office has announced criminal charges against Nicolas Maduro and Celia Flores. They are charged with narcoterrorism, cocaine smuggling and illegal possession of weapons.
Ukraine has agreed a military document with the US and is synchronising its positions with Europe
Ukraine informed its European partners of the military document agreed with the US at the level of the General Staffs and began similar work with European countries on the parameters of a peace agreement.
Maduro captured by US Delta Force special forces. world reaction to the war in Venezuela
The US media reported the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by a US special forces unit. Caracas declares its resistance, Russia and the EU call for restraint, and the region tightens security.
Almost half of Americans do not support Trump's approach to Russia's war against Ukraine
A poll by The Economist and YouGov found that 49 per cent of Americans disapprove of Donald Trump's handling of the war between Russia and Ukraine, while only 30 per cent support him.
Ukraine attracted a record over $45 billion in security assistance in 2025
In 2025, Ukraine received over $45 billion in international security assistance. This is a record figure since the beginning of the full-scale war and almost 30 per cent more than in 2024.
Bella 1 tanker changes registration to Russian and tries to avoid US arrest in the Atlantic
The sanctioned oil tanker Bella 1, which is being pursued by the US Coast Guard, has been re-registered in Russia under the name Marinera. The vessel is heading to the North Atlantic, and Moscow is asking Washington to stop the chase.
