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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.
In a significant diplomatic move, Trump's Ukraine envoy Keith Kellogg is set to meet Polish President Andrzej Duda in Warsaw, as Washington intensifies efforts for Ukraine peace talks.
In a strategic diplomatic move, Ukrainian President Zelensky announces readiness for Russian peace talks - but only after securing aligned positions with the US and Europe.
A major security breach at the US Treasury Department has been revealed after a 25-year-old aide to Elon Musk was mistakenly granted edit access to a critical payment system handling trillions of dollars and millions of Americans' personal data.
In a significant diplomatic development, the Kremlin endorses Donald Trump's controversial suggestion about Ukraine's future Russian alignment, while both nations continue trading strategic strikes on energy infrastructure.
In a direct challenge to Donald Trump's controversial proposal, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has firmly rejected any plans to displace Palestinians during Gaza's reconstruction.
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'.
In just 18 hours following President Trump's controversial order prioritising Afrikaners for US refugee status, the South African Chamber of Commerce reported over 10,000 inquiries, raising concerns about the implications for South Africa's food security.
Donald Trump's dramatic shift towards religious conservatism takes centre stage as he establishes a White House Faith Office and surrounds himself with Christian nationalist advisors.
Amid fierce Democratic opposition and an ongoing federal funding freeze controversy, Russell Vought secures Senate confirmation (53-47) as White House Budget Director.
US President Donald Trump is preparing an aggressive new sanctions strategy against Russia, aimed at forcing an end to the Ukraine conflict.
Israel's defence minister has instructed the military to prepare plans for 'voluntary' Palestinian departures from Gaza, following controversial proposals by Donald Trump.
Donald Trump has called for a new 'verified nuclear peace agreement' with Iran, marking a departure from his previous hardline stance.
Global markets brace for impact as US-China trade tensions escalate, with Trump imposing fresh tariffs on Chinese goods while deliberately postponing talks with President Xi Jinping. Beijing's immediate retaliation with counter-tariffs on US energy and vehicles signals a deepening economic confrontation between the world's largest economies.
In a diplomatic breakthrough, Canadian PM Trudeau and US President Trump have agreed to pause new tariffs for 30 days, while Canada commits to a $1. 3 billion border security overhaul and establishes a new Joint Strike Force to combat cross-border crime.
US President Donald Trump issues stark warning to BRICS nations, threatening 100 percent tariffs if they proceed with plans to create an alternative currency to the US dollar. The controversial statement comes as BRICS members discuss de-dollarisation strategies, potentially reshaping global trade dynamics.
In their first official dialogue, newly appointed US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and his Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani pledged to strengthen military ties amid growing regional tensions.
In a significant development during the Gaza ceasefire, Hamas has released Israeli soldier Agam Berger in the third prisoner exchange.
Tragedy unfolds in Washington DC as a passenger aircraft carrying 64 people plunges into the freezing Potomac River following a catastrophic midair collision with a military helicopter. The nighttime crash has triggered a massive emergency response, with rescue teams battling harsh conditions in a desperate search for survivors.
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.
A deadly Russian drone attack near Kyiv has claimed two lives and injured others, as tensions escalate amid potential peace negotiations and Trump's threats of increased sanctions against Moscow.
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.
US President Donald Trump is set to shake up the World Economic Forum with a highly anticipated virtual appearance, as global leaders and business elite gather in Davos. His presence looms large over the summit, dominating discussions from formal panels to private gatherings, as the world awaits his vision for a potential second term.
Newly confirmed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasises the need for pragmatic diplomacy in resolving the Ukraine conflict, stating that neither side can achieve their 'maximalist goals', while acknowledging the complex nature of negotiations ahead.
In an unprecedented diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a 42-day ceasefire, with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu specifically acknowledging the crucial mediation roles of both incoming and outgoing US presidents. The deal, set to commence on January 19, marks a significant step towards potential peace and includes provisions for hostage releases.