EU vows to deliver €90bn Ukraine loan despite Hungarian blockade
Ursula von der Leyen says the European Union will find a way to deliver.
EU has failed to unlock the €90bn Ukraine loan this Thursday: Orbán maintains his veto in Brussels
EU leaders failed to secure a breakthrough on the €90 billion financial package.
The blogger who turned on Putin with his "five reasons why" is now in a psychiatric ward in Russia
He spent years as a loyal voice of the Kremlin. Then, in a single Telegram post, Ilya Remeslo turned on Putin. Within 48 hours, he was hospitalized.
Estonia reports Russian airspace violation, NATO jets scrambled
Tallinn says the brief incursion by a Russian fighter triggered the Baltic Air Policing response.
EU leaders will push Orban to release the blocked 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine this Thursday
Orban has a habit of making himself the most difficult person in the room. At a summit in Brussels on Thursday, we will see what happens.
Zelensky visits Madrid and Sanchez says "no one will make us forget what is happening in Ukraine"
With the Middle East dominating headlines, Spain is signing defence deals and making its position clear.
Damaged Russian LNG tanker drifts into Libyan waters, Italy warns
Authorities raise concerns over a potential gas leak.
Zelensky warns Europe to prepare for drone attacks by non-state actors: "They no longer cost billions"
The Ukrainian leader warns against terrorist groups, criminal networks and lone actors.
Mr Nobody Against Putin claims best documentary Oscar: "A nobody is more powerful than you think"
The film documenting classroom propaganda during Russia's war in Ukraine takes the Academy Award.
Kenya says its citizens will no longer fight for Russia in Ukraine: "There will no further enlisting"
Nairobi and Moscow agree to halt recruitment of Kenyan nationals into the Russian military.
Zelensky calls for new system to control Ukraine's drone sales
The Ukrainian president says foreign buyers should not bypass the government as global demand for the country's drone technology rises.
Russia says it foiled the biggest Ukrainian drone attack in a year during the weekend
Authorities claim around 250 drones were intercepted heading toward Moscow.
Europe slams US for easing Russian oil sanctions: Risks filling "Putin's war coffers"
European leaders call the waiver "wrong" and warn it benefits Moscow.
Trump eases sanctions on Russian oil as temporary measure against soaring prices
The 30-day waiver aims to ease energy prices as the Middle East conflict disrupts supply.
Zelensky seeks support in Paris as Middle East war diverts attention from Ukraine
The president travels to Paris on Friday.
Ukraine opens battlefield data to train allies' AI systems
Kyiv seeks to accelerate drone technology development during war.
Russia earned €6bn from fossil fuel exports since start of Iran war
The surging energy prices boost Kremlin revenues, thinktank data suggests.
Russia accuses Britain of playing a role in the latest Ukrainian missile strike
Russia says a Storm Shadow attack on Bryansk involved British specialists.
German skiers turn their backs to the Russian in a Winter Paralympics podium
Russia has already won three gold medals, despite protests for their participation.
Ukrainian trainers will help prepare the German army for a possible Russia threat
Berlin aims to strengthen military readiness by 2029.
Russia "only winner so far" from Middle East war, EU chief says
Costa warns the conflict is diverting attention from Ukraine.
Kremlin says Moscow mobile internet outages are linked to security measures
Dmitry Peskov said the disruptions were carried out in accordance with Russian law and were aimed at protecting public safety.
Trump and Putin talk of war and peace during phone call
The leaders also touched on Ukraine conflict and global energy issues, Kremlin aide says.
Ukraine ready for new peace talks "at any moment", Zelensky says
He also notes that international attention has recently shifted toward Iran.
Ukraine has received 11 requests for help countering Iranian drones so far, according to Zelensky
According to the Ukrainian leader, some requests have already resulted in concrete decisions and support.
Ukraine will send drone experts to Middle East
Zelensky has announced that Ukraine's drone experts will deploy to the Middle East next week.
International Paralympic Committee will allow Russian war veterans to participate in future Games
"The Paralympic movement offers possibility after war", said the IPC President despite protests from Ukraine.
Russia warns of response if Finland hosts nuclear weapons
The Kremlin says Helsinki's plan to lift its nuclear ban would raise tensions and make Finland more vulnerable.
Zelensky pledges Ukraine's help to US against Iranian drones
Ukraine offers expertise in intercepting Shahed drones amid Middle East tensions.
Pentagon eyes Ukrainian interceptor drones to counter Iranian Shaheds
Among the systems drawing attention is Merops interceptor drone.
Check out the new trailer for Tom Hanks' World War II documentary
Hanks' narration sets the tone: "For six dark years, the world was on fire."
Putin floats halting gas supplies to Europe
Russia weighs a shift to higher-paying markets.
Medvedev warns WORLD WAR III "will undoubtedly begin" if Trump continues "insane course"
The former Russian president warns of the current situation in a recent interview.
Zelensky warns Iran war could slow weapons deliveries to Ukraine: "I fear it could happen"
The Ukrainian president fears a US focus shift due to the other conflict.
Russia says it is in constant contact with Iran over "outright aggression"
Moscow condemns the killing of Khamenei and warns of uncontrolled escalation.
Russia calls on Afghanistan and Pakistan to halt fighting and negotiate
Moscow urges diplomatic resolution as Kabul and Islamabad trade strikes.
Ukraine explores joint ventures with allies to strengthen missile defences
Kyiv seeks to address the critical Patriot missile shortages amid ongoing Russian attacks.
Orban stakes reelection on anti-Ukraine messaging: "Our message to Brussels: We won't pay!"
As elections approach, Orban's government runs an AI-fueled campaign warning Hungarians against backing Ukraine.
Orbán calls for EU mission to inspect Druzhba pipeline damage
Hungary links the verification of the oil route in Ukraine to the stalled EU funding and sanctions package.
Ukraine plans to protect 4,000 km of roads with anti-drone nets by year-end
This was just announced by Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Russia can sustain Ukraine war through 2026 | Report
Russia is expected to continue its invasion of Ukraine throughout 2026, according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).
Europe pledges continued backing for Ukraine "one way or the other" as war enters fifth year
The EU vows their loan will go ahead despite Hungarian veto.
Canada announces $220 million for Ukraine
Ottawa's funding forms part of a wider package as it tightens measures against Moscow's "shadow fleet."
Zelensky urges Trump to visit Ukraine
The Ukrainian president says a trip to Kyiv would show clearly "who the aggressor is."
Russia investigates Telegram founder Durov
Moscow accuses the messaging platform of aiding extremism as it pushes users toward a state-backed alternative.
Zelensky vows to uphold independence on war's 4th anniversary: "Putin has not broken Ukrainians"
The president marks four years since Russia's full-scale invasion by insisting Ukraine has defended its independence and will continue to do so.
UK boosts Ukraine support on four-year war anniversary: "Britain is with you, stronger than ever"
London announces new military, humanitarian and energy aid for Kyiv.
Slovakia cuts emergency electricity to Ukraine, oil transit dispute escalates
Fico warns Bratislava could also reconsider EU support for Kyiv if Druzhba flows are not restored.
Hungary blocks new Russia sanctions and €90 billion loan to Ukraine before 4th war anniversary
On Monday, the country maintained its veto against the new EU sanctions package on Russia and the €90 billion loan for Ukraine
It's the 4th anniversary of the war in Ukraine: Everything you need to know up until now
Four years after Vladimir Putin launched Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Europe's biggest war since World War II grinds on.
