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Russia accuses outgoing UN chief of double standards over Ukraine

Russia has accused United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres of failing to maintain neutrality during the Ukraine conflict, arguing that his handling of the war will be remembered for what Moscow describes as a pattern of double standards. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for Russia’s......

UN chief urges renewed Ukraine peace talks after US diplomatic visits

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed hope that recent diplomatic efforts by senior US envoys in Russia and Ukraine could help revive negotiations aimed at ending the war and securing an immediate ceasefire. UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric said on Tuesday that Guterres......

Could a Democratic victory reshape the US Congress’s approach to Russia?

A Democratic victory in the US congressional midterm elections could alter the balance of power in Washington, but it is unlikely to bring a major shift in lawmakers’ approach to Russia, according to political observers and former US Congressman Dennis Kucinich. Democrats are widely expected to......

Europe’s defence industry struggles to keep pace with Ukraine’s wartime demands

Europe’s defence industry faces a growing challenge as Ukraine pushes its Western partners to move beyond conventional arms deliveries and toward joint production, technology transfers and industrial partnerships capable of responding more rapidly to battlefield needs. Kyiv is increasingly seeking......

UN backs diplomatic efforts as US envoys pursue talks on Russia-Ukraine war

The United Nations has voiced support for ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at finding a negotiated settlement to the war between Russia and Ukraine, following recent meetings involving senior US representatives in Moscow and Kyiv. Farhan Haq, deputy spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António......

Von der Leyen says Ukraine seeks billions of euros for Patriot missiles

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Ukraine has submitted a new request to the European Union for several billion euros to finance air-defense capabilities, including advanced Patriot missile systems. Speaking ahead of a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, von der Leyen......

European Commission considers major restructuring of the EU diplomatic service

The European Commission is reportedly examining a major restructuring of the European Union's diplomatic apparatus, including plans to redistribute some responsibilities currently handled by the European External Action Service (EEAS) to departments within the Commission. According to reports cited......

Washington replaces acting envoy in Ukraine for the second time in six weeks

The United States has appointed Paul Houston as its new acting chargé d’affaires in Ukraine, marking the second change in the position within just six weeks. Houston arrived in Kyiv on August 23, according to the U.S. Embassy, replacing Sandra Oudkirk, who had taken over the role in July. The......

Russian war donations reach $4.5 billion as pressure on state finances grows

Russian donors have contributed billions of dollars to the federal budget this year as the government faces rising costs linked to the war in Ukraine and growing pressure on public finances. According to Russian media reports citing the Finance Ministry, donations to Russia's federal budget reached......