Aug 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived in China for a three-day visit focused on trade tensions and Russia’s war in Ukraine. He visited Chongqing and Shanghai before meeting Xi Jinping and Li Qiang in Beijing. The trip highlights Germany’s economic reliance on China despite calls for de-risking. View more
Jul 23, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that a 'toxic atmosphere' surrounds Russian President Vladimir Putin, with aides signaling that Putin is increasingly isolated over the war. The statement comes as Russia rules out conceding occupied territory in any peace deal, while US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to discuss ending the conflict. Other developments include a Russian ban on night-time shipping at a major port after drone attacks, and a German nuclear fuel plant winning approval to work with Russia's Rosatom. View more
Jul 17, 2026Twila Rosenbaum UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned Roman Abramovich that the 'clock is ticking' to transfer the £2.5 billion from the Chelsea sale to Ukraine humanitarian aid. The UK government issued a new licence to facilitate the transfer, threatening court action if he fails. Abramovich's representatives claim sanctions have paralyzed the funds, while the government insists he honor the 2022 agreement. View more
May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for Europe to be included in peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing the need for a single, strong representative. He discussed the matter with European Council President António Costa, highlighting the importance of a unified European voice. The statement comes amid discussions over potential European mediators, with various candidates proposed. View more
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