West urged not to abandon Ukraine’s neighbour ahead of ‘sham’ election – The Irish Times
The West must not recognise “sham” Belarusian elections on Sunday that will inevitably extend the 31-year rule of…
Putin describes Trump as ‘pragmatic’ and ‘smart’, says Ukraine war might have been avoided if 2020 US elections ‘had not been stolen’
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday described American President Donald Trump as “pragmatic” and “smart,” expressing doubt that…
Moldova lambasts Russia as gas crisis deepens in Moscow-backed separatist region – The Irish Times
Moldova has dismissed Russian claims that it is to blame for a growing energy crisis in the Moscow-backed…
Zelensky Says Trump’s ‘Unpredictability’ Could End War With Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said this week that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump‘s “unpredictability” could help end the country’s…
Slovakia threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees as gas row deepens – The Irish Times
Slovakia threatened to cut benefits to Ukrainian refugees in retaliation for Kyiv’s decision to halt gas flows from…
Joe Biden Announces Huge $2.5 Billion Boost To Ukraine’s Defense
Outgoing President Joe Biden has announced a last-minute $2.5 billion military aid package for Ukraine. In a December…
Slovenian FM urges continued support for Ukraine
Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon stressed the need for ongoing support for Ukraine and its future NATO bid…
Zelensky announces delivery of second batch of F-16 jets from Denmark
The recent delivery follows Denmark’s November shipment of six F-16 jets, with a further 13 pledged for future…
Putin says Oreshnik missile systems to be deployed in Belarus in 2025
Lukashenko proposed that Russia oversee the maintenance of the missile systems until Belarusian personnel are adequately trained. Russian…
EU should halt visa-free travel with Georgia, Netherlands says – The Irish Times
The Netherlands has urged the European Union to suspend its visa-free travel arrangements with Georgia in response to…
Ukraine reinforces east as Russia welcomes deepening North Korea ties – The Irish Times
Ukraine said it was sending reinforcements to the east to counter heavy Russian attacks as Moscow hailed its…
Russia-Ukraine War: NATO’s New Missile Strategy Risks Nuclear Conflict While Europe Celebrates Christmas
A surreal atmosphere currently loiters over Europe: a strange disconnect between festive preparations (Christmas is just a month…