Ukraine
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Russia/Ukraine War: Fresh Strikes Hit Kyiv, 2 Civilians Killed
Local authorities confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries after residential areas were struck.
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Trump and Zelenskyy Signal Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
The meeting comes amid continued Russian strikes on Kyiv, underscoring the urgency of a settlement. Analysts caution that while the rhetoric signals progress, territory and sovereignty questions remain the most difficult hurdles.
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EU Commits $105bn Loan to Bolster Ukraine’s Defence
The proposal underscores Europe’s determination to keep Kyiv’s military and economy afloat as the war grinds into its fourth year.
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Trump Signals Breakthrough in Berlin
President Donald Trump announced on December 15, 2025, that negotiations to end the war are nearing completion.
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Ukraine Signals Readiness for Elections Amid War
Zelenskyy emphasised that elections could take place despite the ongoing Russian invasion
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EU Pushes to Mobilize Russian Assets for Ukraine
The push comes ahead of a high-level summit in Brussels, where the issue will be central to discussions.
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Ukraine Deploys Remote-Controlled Vehicles to Shield Troops
strategy aims to reduce soldier exposure to frontline dangers, especially in areas heavily targeted by Russian artillery and drone strikes
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Trump Shrugs Off China-Russia Axis
President Trump brushed off concerns about a growing China-Russia alliance, citing the U.S.’s unmatched military strength
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Apple Expands iPhone Production in India Amid U.S.–India Tensions
Apple is ramping up iPhone 17 production at five factories in India
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Trump’s Bold Peace Gambit
This would indeed be the first head-to-head summit between Russian and Ukrainian leaders since Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022
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Multilateral Pressure Builds on Ukraine
European leaders are set to join Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a high-level meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington
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Ukraine’s Interceptor Drone Strategy
These drones, often costing as little as $500, are now central to Ukraine’s defense playbook
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US Pauses Arms Shipments to Ukraine Amid Stockpile Concerns
United States has reportedly halted weapons shipments to Ukraine













