Putin announces Russia’s new “invincible” nuclear cruise missile is ready for deployment, raising global security concerns. Experts warn the advanced weapon could escalate tensions and pose a serious threat to Ukraine.

Can Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile Be A Game Changer? 

Russia Tests Its Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile With Limitless Range

Russia has tested a new nuclear-capable, nuclear-powered cruise missile named the Burevestnik, Russia's top general told President Vladimir Putin. The missile travelled 14,000 km (8,700 miles) and was in the air for about 15 hours, General Valery Gerasimov, chief of the general staff of Russia's armed forces, told Putin. Putin has said the 9M730 Burevestnik (Storm Petrel) - dubbed the SSC-X-9 Skyfall by NATO - is "invincible" to current and future missile defences, with an almost unlimited range and unpredictable flight path.


Breaking: Burevestnik missile, Putin declares 'invincible' nuclear cruise missile ready!

Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight killed four and injured 16, hitting Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk. Ukrainian air defences intercepted most strikes. Zelenskyy met European leaders in London, seeking long-range missiles and increased support ahead of winter


Russia-Ukraine war: Iskander-M strikes and swarm drones hit Ukraine's heartland

Trump hints Putin summit may be off the table, calling their ties “very disappointing” and saying he won’t “waste time” without a real deal. Are Trump and Putin drifting apart?


Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS says won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President  

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday hailed the agreement with Sweden on Gripen combat aircraft as ‘a historic step’. He announced that Ukraine will receive the first deliveries from Sweden in 2026. Earlier on October 22 (Thursday), Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the deal in a joint press conference.</p><p>In a telegram post on October 25, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the deal was part of the broader security agreement between the two nations and aimed at building a formidable Air Force to protect Ukraine.&nbsp;</p><p>“There has never been such a large-scale agreement on combat aircraft for Ukraine. A historic achievement. We are working to fully implement it. Thank you, Sweden,” he wrote.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What is the Gripen E?</h2><p>Ukraine is purchasing the Saab Gripen E variant, a light-weight multi-role combat aircraft with a Single Volvo RM12 afterburning turbofan engine. It is developed by Sweden’s Saab AB, and can reach a top speed of Mach 2. It can fly up to 4,000 km without refuelling and complements air-to-air missiles such as AIM-120 AMRAAM, IRIS-T, other air-to-ground weapons and precision-guided bombs. The Gripen E variant has high manoeuvrability and advanced avionics like AESA radar, electronic warfare suite and modern cockpit with touchscreen displays. Each unit is likely to cost between $138 million to $146 million.</p><h2>Ukraine to access Russia's immobile assets?</h2><p>Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson said that as part of the deal, Ukraine will receive 120–150 Gripen E spanning 10–15 years. The production has already started, and Swedish Defence Minister Pal Jonson has stated that “some of the aircraft could be purchased using frozen Russian assets”. This marks the largest procurement of combat aircraft for Ukraine to date to complement the already existing US-made F‑16s and French Mirages.</p><p>It is to be noted that the use of frozen Russian assets is an idea floated by Swedish leaders; however, the implementation is subject to legal considerations.&nbsp;</p>

Ukraine has signed a historic defence deal with Sweden to acquire up to 150 Saab Gripen fighter jets, with deliveries starting in 2026. Zelensky calls it a major step to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence amid the ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday hailed the agreement with Sweden on Gripen combat aircraft as ‘a historic step’. He announced that Ukraine will receive the first deliveries from Sweden in 2026. Earlier on October 22 (Thursday), Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the deal in a joint press conference. In a telegram post on October 25, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the deal was part of the broader security agreement between the two nations and aimed at building a formidable Air Force to protect Ukraine. “There has never been such a large-scale agreement on combat aircraft for Ukraine. A historic achievement. We are working to fully implement it. Thank you, Sweden,” he wrote.

<p>Ukraine has signed a historic defence deal with Sweden to acquire up to 150 Saab Gripen fighter jets, with deliveries starting in 2026. Zelensky calls it a major step to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence amid the ongoing conflict.</p>

'A historic step': Zelensky announces 150-Gripen Jet deal with Sweden, deliveries to begin in 2026

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to showcase Ukraine’s new “Octopus” drones. Both leaders announce a joint UK-Ukraine initiative to co-produce advanced anti-drone systems, strengthening defense cooperation amid the ongoing war.

Zelensky-Starmer Meet: 'Coalition Of The Willing' Leaders Urge More Pressure On Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to showcase Ukraine’s new “Octopus” drones. Both leaders announce a joint UK-Ukraine initiative to co-produce advanced anti-drone systems, strengthening defense cooperation amid the ongoing war.


Zelensky-Starmer Meet: Zelensky Shows Starmer Octopus Drones | UK-Ukraine to Produce Anti-Drones

Russia is significantly strengthening its defense capabilities with new procurement plans, including over 1,200 Iskander-M missiles and orders for advanced Kinzhal missiles for 2024-2027. 


Russia expands missile stockpiles, Europe pushes for long-range missiles for Ukraine 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has issued a stark warning of a looming “humanitarian disaster” as relentless Russian strikes cripple key infrastructure and energy supplies ahead of winter. Millions face power shortages, food insecurity, and displacement as the war drags on. Zelensky is urging Western allies for urgent aid and air defense support to prevent a worsening crisis.

Zelensky Warns Of 'Humanitarian Disaster' For Ukraine

Russia-Ukraine war: From ISKANDER to Kinzhal missiles, orders placed for 2024-27

Russia’s war-driven economy is showing signs of strain as falling oil revenues push its budget deficit to a record high, raising questions about the sustainability of its military spending and economic stability.


Russia-Ukraine war: US sanctions Russia's two biggest oil giants

What began as a diplomatic initiative has since devolved into headache for Trump. Sanctions and threats now define the fragile relationship between Washington and Moscow, and as Kyiv reels from another night of bombardment, questions grow louder in Washington and beyond.
How long will Putin continue to defy Trump? Watch this video to find out more.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin says 'immune to Western restrictions'

Russia-Ukraine war | Moscow: US sanctions counterproductive to peace in Ukraine

President Trump delivers his hardest-ever punch to Putin by imposing sweeping sanctions on Russia’s oil giants. This move intensifies economic pressure on Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions..


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump's first sanction on Russia lead to a ceasefire?

Russia-Ukraine war: US says sanctions due to Putin's refusal to end war

The war just turned apocalyptic. Watch dramatic footage as Russian missiles and drones rain down on Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy, leaving a trail of death and destruction. We show the terrifying drone strike that ripped through Sumy and the sheer scale of the Russian bombardment. Amidst the chaos, President Zelensky makes a shocking admission, calling President Donald Trump's brutal front-line proposal a "good compromise." Is a new peace deal on the table? Simultaneously, Ukraine retaliates with British Storm Shadow missiles, hitting a Russian chemical plant. This is the full escalation of the conflict, with both sides delivering devastating blows.

Russia-Ukraine War: 300 Drones, 37 Missiles: One Night of Hell in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Zelensky calls Trump’s frontline plan a good compromise but expresses doubts over whether Russian President Putin will accept it.


Russia-Ukraine war: 13 Ukrainians killed in 24 hours, Zelensky says country ready for ceasefire

Russia-Ukraine war: 2 killed in Russian strikes, Ukraine military hits Russian ammunition plant 

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says Trump's front line proposal a good compromise

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to freeze the Russia-Ukraine war along current front lines — a move widely seen as a concession to Russia. The decision comes after intense diplomatic pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who allegedly told Zelensky he has no other option. With Vladimir Putin now expected to negotiate directly with Trump, the future of Ukraine’s territorial integrity hangs in the balance. In this video, we break down what was agreed, what it means for Ukraine, and how global powers are responding.

Zelensky Accepts Defeat, Trump-Putin to Draw New Map of Ukraine

In a heated exchange, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, making it clear: “No missiles, no options.” Trump’s tough stance marks a major shift in tone regarding U.S. support for Ukraine.


Russia-Ukarine war: Zelensky told to accept Putin's gain; Trump tells Ukraine surrender Donetsk

In a tense behind-the-scenes meeting at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he’s “out of options” and must accept Russia’s terms to end the war. Sources describe the conversation as confrontational, with Zelensky pushing back against what he sees as pressure to surrender Ukraine’s sovereignty.

Trump Sends Ultimatum to Zelensky: Bow to Putin or Perish 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signalled he’s ready to participate in a potential summit alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump in Budapest — if formally invited. Why now? What does this mean for the ongoing Russia‑Ukraine war, peace negotiations, territorial integrity and Ukraine’s future? In this video we break down the background of this proposed summit, Zelenskyy’s conditions and concerns, Hungary’s role as host, how Western allies are reacting and what it could mean for the front lines and diplomacy.

Russia Ukraine War: Zelensky Says 'Ready To Join Putin-Trump' In Budapest

Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded that Ukraine surrender full control of Donetsk, a strategically crucial region in eastern Ukraine, as a condition for ending the war, according to The Washington Post.


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump envoy Witkoff pushes Ukraine to hand over Donetsk 

Russia-Ukraine war: Will Ukraine cede Donetsk to end war? Donetsk at the heart of the deal

Germany has pledged more than $2bn in military aid for Ukraine, as the government in Kyiv signalled that it would need $120bn in 2026 to stave off Russia’s nearly four-year all-out war.


Russia-Ukraine war: Can West sustain Ukraine aid? UK reviews defence spending strategy

Russia-Ukraine war: Germany pledges $2. 33 billion in military aid for Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest for talks focused on ending the war in Ukraine. The statement follows what Trump described as a "very productive" phone call with Putin, raising global interest in the potential peace talks.


Trump-Putin meet: EU airspace restrictions complicate Putin's travel to Hungary 

Trump-Putin meet: Putin’s Hungary trip faces EU airspace challenges; which route will Putin take? 

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