Donald Trump claimed that newly declassified intelligence reveals China compromised millions of U.S. voter records and exposed vulnerabilities in America's election infrastructure. The announcement comes as the U.S. launches a sixth consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets, while tensions continue to rise across West Asia. CENTCOM also intensified maritime operations near Iran as Ukraine reported deadly Russian missile strikes on Odesa. Meanwhile, North Korea pledged stronger ties with China, SpaceX aborted its latest Starship launch seconds before liftoff, and Japan's stock market plunged amid growing concerns over the AI sector.

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For years, Russia's vast size protected its deepest military and energy infrastructure from Ukraine. Not anymore. A drone strike more than 3,200 km from the front has exposed a major weakness in Putin's war strategy. Scroll down to see why Russia's geography is suddenly working against it.

'There are a lot of Ukrainian drones there': As Russia's 'untouchable' assets become Kyiv's new target, Zelensky's joke is Putin's latest nightmare

As Volodymyr Zelensky addresses NATO leaders in Ankara, he's expected to make an urgent case for more Patriot air defence systems, a stronger commitment from Donald Trump, and long-term military support. Scroll down to see what's on his wish list.

Patriots, Trump and Putin. What is expected from Zelensky's crucial NATO speech? | WION Decodes

Ukrainian President Zelensky accused Russia of striking a Chinese cargo ship in the Black Sea during overnight drone attacks, ahead of Vladimir Putin’s planned visit to Beijing.

‘Could not have been unaware’: Zelensky accuses Russia of striking Chinese cargo ship in Black Sea

Ukraine also struck an oil refinery and two oil-pumping stations in Russia’s Moscow region, according to Kyiv’s security service.

One Indian killed, three injured in massive Ukrainian drone attack on Russia that left at least four dead

US President Donald Trump announced a three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire and a prisoner swap ahead of Victory Day. He added that talks are ongoing to end the conflict.

‘We are getting closer’: Trump announces 3-day ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine to mark Victory Day

Is Russia secretly helping Iran strike US targets? In a sharp claim, Volodymyr Zelensky says Moscow is providing satellite intel to Tehran, while accusing Washington of still trusting Vladimir Putin.

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'It's a pity': Zelensky says US ignoring evidence that Russia is helping Iran target US bases | Iran war

Finland is widely regarded by intelligence officials as the epicentre of the strategy. In July it imposed a near-blanket ban on Russians and Belarusians buying property.

‘Trojan horse’ strategy? Is Russia quietly seeding spy bases across Europe by buying homes near military sites?

Ukrainian authorities investigate deadly blasts in Western Ukraine as 'terrorist attack'

Russia names three suspects in shooting of senior GRU officer Vladimir Alexeyev

55,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed in four years of war with Russia: Zelensky

Zelensky had said earlier this week that he would travel to Davos only if there was the possibility to sign an agreement with Trump on resolving the war, including security guarantees and post-war reconstruction funding for Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine peace talks ‘down to one issue’, says US envoy Steve Witkoff at Davos 2026

At least two people were killed after Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, as Moscow intensified attacks along the northeastern front. Ukrainian officials said Russia also targeted the Sumy region in fresh assaults, raising concerns over escalating violence. Emergency crews rushed to affected areas while authorities assessed damage to civilian infrastructure

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Strikes In Kharkiv Kills Two

Russia and Ukraine agreed to a temporary, localised ceasefire to allow repairs on a damaged backup power line at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, the IAEA said.

Europe’s biggest nuclear plant at stake: Russia, Ukraine agree to ‘localised ceasefire’ for repairs at Zaporizhzhia

Russia accuses Ukraine of carrying out a deadly drone attack in Kherson, killing at least 24 civilians, including a child, in a New Year's strike on a hotel and cafe

Russia accuses Ukraine of deadly New Year's drone attack in Kherson region

As 2026 begins, the world asks: Will the Russia-Ukraine war finally end? Intensified peace talks, changing battlefield dynamics, and mounting international pressure.

New Year 2026: Will We Finally See The End Of Russia-Ukraine War? 

US intelligence has debunked Vladimir Putin’s claim that Ukraine targeted his residence, undercutting a charge he personally raised with Donald Trump. Here's what the CIA found.

CIA debunks Russian claims, says Ukraine did not attack Vladimir Putin’s house

In his New Year speech, Vladimir Putin expressed confidence in Russia's victory in Ukraine and urged national unity, marking 26 years of his leadership

'We believe in you and our victory': Vladimir Putin's message to Russian troops in Ukraine

Russian FM Lavrov accused Ukraine of launching a drone strike on Putin’s residence, escalating tensions. Zelensky has denied the claims, calling them lies

Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting president Vladimir Putin’s home; Zelensky labels it as 'lies'

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky calls for referendum on peace plan, demands 60-day ceasefire for talks

'For him to die”: Volodymyr Zelensky voices Ukraine’s Christmas wish | WATCH

#Gravitas Moscow has sent a clear message to Kyiv, Europe, and Washington. Russia is preparing for a long war if Ukraine and its backers abandon dialogue. It is backing that warning with expanded ground operations across the battlefield, the deployment of new missiles and air-defence systems, all under a nuclear shadow. 

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Rolls Out New Missile Warning as Russia Signals Long War Path

Talks with US 'not easy' but 'productive': Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky

Zelensky said he hoped the United States would back the idea of freezing the front line where it is, rather than Ukraine ceding the entire Donbas region as Moscow demands.

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky meets US envoys in Berlin for peace talks

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Trump claims China hacked U.S. election data | U.S. strikes Iran again | Starship launch aborted

Lot of Ukrainian drones there: How Zelensky's joke is becoming Putin's nightmare

Patriots, Trump and Putin. What is expected from Zelensky's crucial NATO speech

Zelensky accuses Russia of striking Chinese cargo ship in Black Sea

Indian worker among those killed in massive Ukrainian drone attack on Russia

Trump announces 3-day ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine to mark Victory Day

Zelensky claims US ignoring evidence that Russia is helping Iran target US bases

Is Russia seeding spy bases across Europe by buying homes near military sites?

Ukrainian authorities investigate deadly blasts in Lviv as 'terrorist attack'