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Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says Moscow is ready to consider new proposals for settling the Ukraine conflict, provided they align with President Putin's goals and 'realities on the ground.' He stressed Russia will not abandon its fundamental positions, while noting Washington's ability to influence Kyiv and its European backers.
Finland's defence ministry said on Thursday evening it suspected a Russian aircraft had violated its airspace earlier in the day. Defence Minister Antti Hakkanen said an investigation is underway. The incident follows previous suspected violations and comes amid heightened European concern over drone activity near NATO borders.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has declared Poland 'safer than ever before' on its eastern border, amid ongoing construction of the East Shield fortification system. However, presidential spokesman Rafal Leskiewicz has criticized the project as a 'PR stunt' that 'doesn't work,' highlighting internal disagreements over Poland's border security approach.
Overnight Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region have killed at least 13 people and wounded dozens, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack damaged residential buildings, a medical facility, and a children's hospital, prompting Kyiv's mayor to declare a day of mourning.
Iran's armed forces warned Gulf countries on Wednesday against assisting the U.S. military, hours after the United Arab Emirates announced it was halting all trade and financial dealings with Iran following an alleged missile attack. The UAE accused Iran of firing two ballistic missiles at its territory on Tuesday, a claim Tehran denied. The escalation comes amid a broader U.S.-Iran conflict centered on the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices rising above $90 per barrel.
Fresh US tariffs on Canadian goods took effect at midnight Saturday after last-minute talks broke down. Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended negotiations and vowed to match the tariffs 'dollar-for-dollar,' while Washington blamed Canada for the collapse.
Israel has confirmed it struck the Abu al-Duhur air base in Syria, saying Turkey planned to deploy forces there. Syria and Turkey deny the claim, with Damascus calling the strike unjustified and Ankara denouncing it as unlawful, while the US envoy described the attack as an unnecessary escalation.
Hanwha Aerospace's U.S. unit won a contract to supply six K9-based prototypes for the U.S. Army's Mobile Tactical Cannon program, with an option for 12 more. The contract is valued at up to $262.9 million, and the company plans to invest $299 million in its U.S. subsidiaries to support expansion.
Turkey has denied Israeli allegations that it planned to deploy troops at a Syrian air base struck this week, an action that a U.S. envoy said brought the sides close to direct confrontation. Israeli officials said the strike enforced a security status quo, while Syria condemned the attack as aggression against its sovereignty. U.S. Special Envoy Tom Barrack said Israel did not warn Washington beforehand.
The United States has criticized Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase as an 'unnecessary escalation,' while Israel defends the strikes citing alleged Turkish deployment plans. Syria and Turkey deny the claims, and tensions between the regional rivals continue to rise.
The United States is working to establish a deconfliction mechanism between Israel, Turkey, and Syria following an Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase. US envoy Tom Barrack warned the attack could have escalated into a direct military confrontation, while Turkey condemned the strike and denied any military presence at the base.
Iran's top security official warned neighboring countries against joining US economic pressure, threatening retaliation and oil route closures. Egypt is attempting to revive talks, while regional tensions persist.
Recent U.S. intelligence assessments indicate Russian President Vladimir Putin could launch a limited attack against a NATO member within the next few years, according to three sources. The scenarios range from cyberattacks to small-scale incursions, with the Baltics and Poland seen as likely targets, while NATO officials remain prepared for any contingency.
The Russian embassy in London has warned Britain it will face unspecified “consequences” after reports that UK-made drones were used in Ukrainian attacks on targets inside Russia. Prime Minister Andy Burnham reaffirmed full British support for Kyiv, while Moscow branded London an accomplice in the campaign. The dispute follows large UK drone packages and a wave of long-range strikes on Russian energy and logistics sites.
Israel's fresh strike on a northern Syrian air base sparked a rare public rift with Washington's special envoy, Tom Barrack, who called the earlier attack an 'unnecessary escalation'. Israel's defence minister rejected his claims, but the incident has exposed tensions over Syria's new government and Turkey's role.
US President Donald Trump announced plans to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un later this year, citing their personal rapport and Pyongyang's 57 nuclear weapons. The announcement follows his decision to scale back joint military drills with South Korea, drawing mixed reactions from Seoul, Pyongyang, and US lawmakers.
Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk said Poland is preparing for war while hoping it never happens, citing escalating Russian pressure. Poland's defense spending is nearly 5% of GDP, and the country is building the Eastern Shield fortification project along its borders with Russia and Belarus. Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed claims of Russian aggression as 'nonsense' and 'provocation.'
Natalie Harp, a trusted aide to President Donald Trump, has been thrust into the spotlight after Senator Jon Ossoff questioned her presence on a secretive flight. Newly reviewed tweets show her fervent support for Trump on January 6, 2021, while her brother calls her relationship with the president 'unhealthy.'
Russia has accused the UK of escalating the Ukraine conflict after British-made drones were reportedly used in strikes on Russian targets. The UK MoD reaffirmed its support for Ukraine, while Russian state media has aired threats involving nuclear-capable torpedoes.
A New York Times investigation alleges Russia used training camps, vote-buying, cyberattacks, and priests to undermine Moldova’s pro-EU government. The report details coordinated efforts, including GRU oversight and millions in payments, ahead of the September 2025 election. Moldova’s president denounced the operation, while the Kremlin denied involvement.