Russian drone strikes hit the outskirts of Kyiv, escalating tensions in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Reports indicate damage to infrastructure, with authorities assessing the impact on civilians and local areas.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Drone Strikes Target Kyiv Outskirts

Ukraine hit two tankers used by Russia to export oil while skirting Western sanctions with marine drones in the Black Sea, an official from the SBU security service said on Saturday.
The joint operation to hit the so-called 'shadow fleet' vessels was run by the SBU and Ukraine's navy, the official said on condition of anonymity.

Ukraine Drones Halt OPs at Russian Oil Terminal

Putin said that US President Donald Trump's plan was "a set of issues put forward for discussion" rather than a draft agreement, adding that it could become the basis of future agreements.



Kyiv's Tough Choice: Bad Deal or No Deal

Over two thousand years ago, queen Cleopatra of Egypt may have reached for a simple bath tool to scrub her skin with loofah. A light spongelike gourd which is treasured in ancient Egypt as a symbol of purity and luxury. Today, that same vegetable is at the center of a surprising new scientific breakthrough. Watch this story to find out more.


Chinese Scientists Claim to Reinvent the Loofah for Stealth Warfare

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is under fire after a leaked recording shows him giving advice to Russia over the Ukraine deal. US President Donald Trump has defended his peace envoy after leaked audio appeared to show Witkoff coaching a Russian official on how to appeal to the US president.


Ukraine peace plan: Trump says envoy Witkoff will meet Putin in Moscow to discuss peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was ready to advance a U.S.-backed framework for ending the war with Russia and discuss disputed points with U.S. President Donald Trump in talks he said should include European allies.


Russia-Ukraine war: Is Kyiv being pushed to surrender territory?

Russia has expressed cautious approval for certain aspects of a new U.S. proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Russia Welcomes Aspects of New US Plan to End Ukraine War 

Russia has cautiously welcomed certain “aspects” of a new U.S. proposal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, signaling a rare moment of diplomatic openness.


Russia Welcomes 'Aspects' of New US Plan to End Ukraine War 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia as “cynical” after new strikes hit Kyiv, escalating tensions on the ground. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump says a Russia-Ukraine peace deal is “very close,” suggesting a major diplomatic shift may be underway.


Ukraine peace deal: Reports suggest Witkoff advised Russia on how to pitch Ukraine plan to Trump

Ukraine peace deal: Trump says Witkoff will meet Putin next week 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia as “cynical” after new strikes hit Kyiv, escalating tensions on the ground. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump says a Russia-Ukraine peace deal is “very close,” suggesting a major diplomatic shift may be underway.

Russia-Ukraine war: US President Trump says Russia-Ukraine peace deal 'very close

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said a Ukraine-Russia deal is "very close," but European leaders were skeptical and Russian missiles continued to rain down on Kyiv. Trump, visibly frustrated at his failure to make good on last year's election boast that he could quickly end the war, said "we're getting very close to a deal."


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky tells allies 'ready to move forward' with US plan

Zaporizhzhia Building Engulfed in Flames Amid Reports of Russian Strike

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Strikes Energy Sites in Ukraine, Ukraine Attacks Russian Targets

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump says 'very close' to Ukraine peace deal, but Zelensky remains cautious 

Ukraine has reportedly agreed to a deal to end the war with Russia. With only minor details outstanding. Ukraine’s national security secretary said that the delegations had reached a common understanding on the core terms of the agreement discussed in Geneva. 

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Agrees to Trump’s Amended Peace Deal 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday that a proposed peace plan now under discussion with the United States and Europe has incorporated "correct" points, but sensitive issues were to be discussed with U.S. President Donald Trump.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says sensitive issues to be discussed with Trump

Trump Administration 'Optimistic' on Ukraine-Russia Talks: White House

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukrainian Air Defence Shoots Down Missile Over Kyiv | WION Shorts

Donald Trump wants a peace deal in Ukraine very badly. Kyiv wants peace even more, just not at any cost. That's why when the US began pushing it to agree to a deal by Thanksgiving on what looked close to surrender terms, Ukraine pushed back.


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump pushes, Putin waits, Europe scrambles to freeze the war

Israel’s military leadership is facing internal action as the army moves against senior generals accused of failing to prevent the October 7 attacks. The crackdown marks one of the most significant internal accountability drives within the Israeli Defense Forces in years. This video explains what triggered the action, who is under scrutiny, and what it means for Israel’s military and political landscape.

Israeli Military Cracks Down on Its Generals Blamed for Oct 7 Failure

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he is "very optimistic" about talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war after a "very good day" in Geneva. A Ukrainian delegation has been holding talks with teams from the US and European allies, amid pressure from the White House to agree a 28-point plan which critics have argued would reward Russia for its invasion with territory and other concessions. Watch this report for more details!


US-Ukraine statement: New peace framework to uphold Ukraine's sovereignty

Rescue Teams Tackle Fires, Recover Bodies After Russian Drone Attack on Kharkiv

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he is "very optimistic" about talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war after a "very good day" in Geneva. A Ukrainian delegation has been holding talks with teams from the US and European allies, amid pressure from the White House to agree a 28-point plan which critics have argued would reward Russia for its invasion with territory and other concessions. Watch this report for more details!

US hails progress in Ukraine peace talks, Geneva talks identified next peace steps 

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