War in Ukraine
— Volodymyr Zelensky says two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia were captured in Donetsk, raising concerns over China’s role in the war in Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelensky
A Ukrainian politician and former comedian and actor who has served as the sixth and current president of Ukraine since 2019.
Ukraine
— Despite foreign pressure, Ukrainians overwhelmingly oppose elections during the war — backing Zelensky as a bulwark against Russian and U.S. attempts to sway Ukraine’s future.
COMMENT
— A satirical take on US-Russia diplomacy under Donald Trump, proposing a ‘merger’ of their foreign services to cut costs. With Marco Rubio echoing Sergei Lavrov’s rhetoric, why not streamline the messaging?
War in Ukraine
— Volodymyr Zelensky’s approval jumped 10% after a tense White House meeting with Donald Trump last week. Ukrainians rally behind him, viewing U.S. rhetoric as a challenge to their sovereignty. His next diplomatic moves are crucial.
American Isolationism
— Eighty-five years apart, Charles de Gaulle and Volodymyr Zelensky, fighting for their nations’ survival, defied US isolationism and challenged Roosevelt and Trump, highlighting the deep-rooted ‘America First’ approach in US foreign policy and its far-reaching impact on global conflicts.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— Trump’s press conference with Zelensky signalled a geopolitical shift, aligning closer to Putin while unsettling US allies. Europe braces for leadership, China gains leverage, and Nato faces uncertainty amid Trump’s America-first stance.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— The heated Oval Office clash between Zelensky and Trump has unified Ukrainians, exposing shifting U.S. policy under Trump. With U.S. support wavering, Ukraine increasingly turns to Europe for backing.
OPINION
— Trump and JD Vance ambushed Zelensky in the Oval Office, extorting Ukraine’s resources while undermining peace. Trump’s pro-Putin stance signals the end of US-European alliances. Calls grow to cancel Trump’s UK visit.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— Ukrainian President Zelensky’s White House visit erupted into a heated clash with Trump, highlighting deep US-Ukraine divisions over a rare earth minerals deal. Despite tensions, negotiations remain crucial for Ukraine’s future leverage.
War in Ukraine
— Trump’s presidency shifts U.S. foreign policy, sidelining Ukraine and Europe. His administration signals retreat from NATO commitments, while Russia refuses European peacekeepers. Europe faces tough choices amid worsening transatlantic divisions.
Trump-Zelensky Clash
— A fiery Oval Office clash between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky led to a diplomatic rift, with Europe rallying behind Ukraine as the U.S. considers halting military aid, reshaping transatlantic alliances.
War in Ukraine
— As Ukraine’s war nears its third anniversary, Western support is crumbling. Donald Trump’s abrupt policy shift leaves Europe scrambling, while Russia gains the upper hand. With diplomacy stalled, bloodier battles loom.
European Security
— European leaders face a seismic shift as US support wanes. Trump’s unilateralism, Ukraine war talks excluding Europe, and efforts to divide the EU demand urgent European unity to safeguard security and sovereignty.
War in Ukraine
— Donald Trump’s invitation to Xi Jinping for his inauguration aims to involve China in Ukraine peace talks, but Beijing’s interests likely align with prolonging the conflict, favouring its geopolitical dominance.
COMMENT
— Donald Trump’s global impact is divisive, with world leaders expressing mixed reactions. Europe grapples with populist surges; Russia sees opportunity; Ukraine fears abandonment; China anticipates trade clashes, while India remains cautiously optimistic.
War in Ukraine
— Donald Trump’s reelection raises questions about his pledge to end the Ukraine War. Europe must prepare for reduced U.S. support, while Ukraine faces difficult choices to secure sovereignty and stability.
