7 Critical Signals as India Abstains on UN Ceasefire Vote on Ukraine War
India abstained from a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine. This in-depth explainer examines India’s vote, global reactions, UN divisions, and what it signals for diplomacy, international law, and the future of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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7 Crucial Breakthrough Signals from Russia–Ukraine Talks That Still Fell Short
Russia and Ukraine ended a second round of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi without a breakthrough on ending the war, but agreed on a major prisoner exchange and future negotiations, offering cautious hope amid continued fighting.
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7 Alarming Signals as Russia Pounds Ukraine’s Energy Grid
As Russia escalates drone and missile strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure amid sub-zero temperatures, Kyiv faces blackouts and heating shortages just as Ukraine, Russia and the United States begin their first trilateral peace talks aimed at ending the war.
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11 Explosive Questions After Russia Claims Ukraine Targeted Putin’s Home
Russia has accused Ukraine of launching a massive drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences, threatening retaliation just as US-led peace talks gain momentum. Ukraine denies the claim, calling it a fabrication. Here’s what happened, what’s disputed, and what it means for hopes of peace.
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7 Explosive Reasons Russia Is Suing European Banks Over Frozen Assets
Russia’s central bank has announced legal action against European lenders over frozen sovereign assets, escalating tensions as the EU drops plans to use Russian reserves to fund Ukraine and opts instead for a massive €90 billion loan.
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9 Crucial Revelations as Trump Says Zelenskyy Isn’t Ready for US Peace Plan
Donald Trump says Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is delaying a US peace proposal to end the Russia-Ukraine war, sparking tensions as negotiations reach a critical phase.
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7 Urgent Truths Behind Trump’s Controversial Ukraine Peace Plan
Washington insists it authored Trump’s proposed Ukraine peace plan even as European allies and Kyiv warn it heavily favors Russia. With leaked terms demanding territorial concessions and troop limits, the plan has triggered global diplomatic pushback, confusion in Washington, and stark warnings from Vladimir Putin.
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Russia’s Largest Attack on Ukraine’s Gas Facilities Critically Damages Naftogaz Sites
Russia launched its largest strike on Ukraine’s gas production facilities, firing 35 missiles and 60 drones that caused “critical” damage to Naftogaz sites in Kharkiv and Poltava. The attack, ahead of the winter heating season, underscores Moscow’s strategy of weaponizing energy.
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Trump Says He Deserves Nobel Peace Prize for Ending ‘Seven Wars,’ Including India-Pakistan Conflict
US President Donald Trump has once again claimed he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for ending “seven wars,” including this year’s India-Pakistan conflict. Speaking at the American Cornerstone Institute Founder’s Dinner, Trump insisted that his trade diplomacy prevented nuclear escalation between New Delhi and Islamabad, while also boasting of mediating conflicts across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
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US Treasury Chief Scott Bessent Warns of Strong Measures on Russia as Trump Pushes ‘Second Phase’ of Sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that Washington is prepared to take strong measures against Russia over its war in Ukraine. Speaking after meetings with EU sanctions envoy David O’Sullivan, Bessent said “business as usual has not worked,” while Trump signaled readiness for a “second phase” of sanctions targeting Russian oil buyers.
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