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Zelenskyy invited to special EU Ukraine summit next week
The EU has summoned Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to Brussels for urgent talks on European security guarantees, as concerns mount over Trump's surprise Russia negotiations.
EU wants to create new fund for military aid to Ukraine
The European Union is set to establish a groundbreaking military aid fund for Ukraine, potentially worth billions of euros, partially funded by frozen Russian assets.
Gaza truce under strain after Trump warning
The fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire faces a critical turning point as former US President Donald Trump issues an ultimatum: release all Israeli hostages by Saturday or 'all hell breaks loose'.
Iran president says Trump aiming to bring country 'to its knees‘
As Iran commemorates its 1979 revolution amid mass celebrations, President Pezeshkian launches a fierce rebuke of Donald Trump's renewed sanctions, highlighting the deepening rift between Tehran and Washington.
Negotiations on New US-Russia strategic arms treaty may take years
As the critical New START Treaty approaches its 2026 expiration date, experts warn that negotiating a new US-Russia nuclear arms control agreement could extend beyond the deadline. With Russia's recent suspension of treaty participation and growing tensions over nuclear facility inspections, the stakes for global security have never been higher. Arms Control Association leadership cautions about the risk of an 'unconstrained nuclear arms race' if a new agreement isn't reached.
Trump's military overhaul: Transgender ban and Iron Dome plans revealed
In a sweeping series of military reforms, Donald Trump has signed multiple executive orders including a controversial ban on transgender personnel and plans for an American Iron Dome defence system. The former president's orders, signed aboard Air Force One, signal a dramatic shift in US military policy and have drawn immediate criticism from current defence officials.
Trump initiates ambitious US missile defence overhaul with Iron Dome plan
In a bold military initiative, Donald Trump has ordered the development of a US version of Israel's Iron Dome defence system, despite experts questioning its suitability for American security needs. The executive order gives the defence secretary 60 days to outline plans for this ambitious project, which includes space-based interceptors – marking a significant shift in US missile defence strategy.
Trump plans to meet 'smart guy' Kim Jong Un over North Korea's nuclear ambitions
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to reconnect with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, despite previous diplomatic efforts yielding no concrete nuclear disarmament. In a revealing Fox News interview, Trump called Kim 'smart' and referenced their unprecedented three meetings, even as current US officials warn of growing nuclear threats from Pyongyang.
Russia agrees with Trump remark that strikes deep into Russia escalate situation - Kremlin
President-elect Donald Trump's statement that the decision to launch missile strikes on Russia escalates the conflict coincide with Moscow's position, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.
Israeli air force attacks over 250 military targets in Syria over past two days
The Israeli Air Force has carried out air strikes on more than 250 military targets in Syria since the recent shift in the country's leadership, Israeli Army Radio reported.