Kremlin demands Ukraine’s total withdrawal from Donbas before any ceasefire
The Kremlin issued a stark ultimatum on Monday, insisting that Ukrainian forces must completely abandon the Donbas region before any cessation of hostilities can begin. The demand, delivered by spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, effectively sets a hard territorial price on the
Al-Sisi, Russia’s Lavrov discuss Gaza, Ukraine, and key bilateral projects
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Saturday to review bilateral relations and exchange views on pressing regional and international issues, including the situation in Gaza, developments in Libya and Sudan, and the Russia-Ukraine
From Miami Sands to Brussels Boardrooms: The High-Stakes Gambit for Ukraine’s Future
As the winter sun sets over Miami this weekend, a series of discreet meetings in the Florida heat may well determine the fate of a frozen conflict thousands of miles away. While holidaymakers occupy the beaches, envoys from Washington, Moscow,
The $901 Billion Anchor: How a Silent Signature Locked America into Europe
Behind closed doors and away from the usual fanfare of the television cameras, President Donald Trump has formalised a military strategy that may fundamentally clash with his own “America First” instincts. By signing the $901bn National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA)
Kremlin holds out hope for Putin-Trump summit but warns against Western ‘war rhetoric’
The Kremlin said on Monday that Russia remains hopeful that a summit can be held between President Vladimir Putin and his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump, but stressed that such a high-stakes meeting requires thorough preparation and the right conditions to
Opinion | The World at a Crossroads: Power Shifts, Digital Hegemony, and the End of Linear Politics
At the dawn of 2025, the world appears as a space where powers intersect rather than merely collide. Geography alone no longer defines the balance of influence; technology, economy, and knowledge now weave the threads of new hegemonic maps. We
Egypt calls for political solution to Russia-Ukraine War
Egypt has affirmed the importance of political solutions to international crises, with particular emphasis on the Russia-Ukraine war. Egypt has been following with interest the consultations that took place in Saudi Arabia aimed at reaching understandings to end the conflict.
Opinion | Ukraine at a Crossroad: Zelensky’s High-Stakes Appeal to Europe
As the war drags on, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears increasingly adrift, clinging unquestioningly to directives from European leaders. With Donald Trump’s return to the White House signaling a shift in Washington’s approach, Zelensky now seeks support from British Prime
Opinion | Ukraine at a Crossroads: Is the US Pulling Back Support?
For years, Ukraine has been the frontline of a geopolitical struggle that extends far beyond its own borders. However, a recent moment of diplomatic humiliation for President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House signals a fundamental shift in Western support
Opinion | Supporting Russia is not bias but strategic necessity
Following the Russian-Ukrainian war, the world has witnessed intense polarisation, with some supporting Ukraine and others standing by Russia. However, beyond the biased narratives promoted by Western media, it is essential to examine the issue from a deeper historical and