The US is reportedly attempting to seize a Russian-flagged oil tanker linked to Venezuela amid a week-long Atlantic pursuit near European waters
A Paris court ruled 10 guilty of online harassment against Brigitte Macron, over false claims about her gender, receiving suspended sentences.
Historic Vondelkerk Church in Amsterdam caught fire on New Year’s Day, causing the tower to collapse and prompting the evacuation of nearby homes.
Ukrainian drones attacked oil and energy facilities in Krasnodar and Tatarstan, triggering fires, with no casualties reported.
Zelenskyy slams Russia's Putin residence drone claim as "fabrication" to derail US peace talks post-Trump meet. Security guarantees & plan details.
Zelensky will meet Trump in Florida to discuss a 20-point peace plan as Russia steps up attacks and territorial tensions continue.
Russia says Iran showed restraint after Israeli and US strikes, reaffirming Tehran’s commitment to dialogue amid Middle East tensions.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets Trump and EU leaders for peace talks as Russia launches missile strikes on Kyiv, raising pressure on security guarantees.
Algeria’s parliament passed a law declaring French colonial rule a crime, demanding an apology and reparations and deepening tensions with France.
The EU warns of action after the US bans visas for European figures tied to digital regulation, escalating tensions over tech laws and sovereignty.
The Kremlin says President Putin has received updates on US-backed Ukraine peace proposals and Moscow will now decide its official position.
A Moscow bomb killed two police officers and a civilian near the site of a recent Russian general’s assassination, prompting a criminal investigation.
Russia hit Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, causing power outages and air alerts, after US-led peace talks in Miami involving Kyiv, Moscow, and allies.
Russian Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov was killed in a Moscow car bomb attack, with investigators probing possible Ukrainian intelligence involvement.
President Zelenskyy says Russia’s ability to sustain the Ukraine war depends on Western sanctions and diplomatic pressure, not Vladimir Putin’s rhetoric.
Satellite images reveal pier damage at Novorossiysk after Ukraine claimed an underwater drone struck a Russian submarine, though the extent is unclear.
Ukraine says its underwater drones struck a Russian Kilo-class submarine in Novorossiysk, marking a historic first in naval warfare.
Hungary’s FM warns EU plans to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine could escalate conflict, calling it an unprecedented war provocation.
Ukraine-US peace talks continue in Berlin as Kyiv weighs dropping NATO ambitions, while EU leaders discuss security guarantees and financial support.
Bulgaria (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced his government’s resignation on 11 December 2025, moments before a parliamentary no-confidence vote, bowing to weeks of mass protests over corruption, economic policies, and a controversial 2026 budget. The move, amid
Friedrich Merz calls parts of the US security strategy unacceptable and urges greater European autonomy as leaders warn of shifting transatlantic priorities.
Zelensky says tough issues remain after Florida peace talks as Ukraine meets European allies, while the US and Russia prepare further negotiations.
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Canada’s PM Carney will speak with Zelensky as Western leaders assess the US 28-point Ukraine peace plan and coordinate their shared position with Washington.
European leaders warn US-Russia peace plan pressures Ukraine to cede territory and halve its army, threatening Kyiv’s sovereignty.
Russia says its air defenses intercepted Ukraine’s ATACMS targeting Voronezh, as Zelensky reports massive overnight attacks and rising casualties across Ukraine.
Polish PM Donald Tusk condemns a railway blast on a key Ukraine aid route as sabotage and vows to find the perpetrators amid rising regional attacks.
Ukraine’s MAUL armoured drone rescued a soldier trapped 33 days behind enemy lines, highlighting rising frontline robotics amid deadly drone-controlled zones.
Serbia secures a three-month U.S. sanctions reprieve for Russian-owned NIS as Gazprom seeks to transfer control, easing fears over the country’s fuel supply.
Drogheda ( Parliament Politics Magazine) A fire broke out at an IPAS centre in Drogheda, County Louth, after fireworks were thrown into the building, trapping residents inside. Firefighters rescued four children and one adult. Gardaí are investigating possible arson, while leaders and
Two Royal British Legion volunteers in Penarth were called “racist” while raising Remembrance Day flags. Police investigate as RBL stresses the Poppy Appeal is non-political.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Retired military leaders urged NATO to fund renewables from defence budgets, saying clean energy is vital for Europe’s security against threats like Russia. As reported by The Guardian, a group of retired armed forces officers has urged
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says US President Donald Trump’s recent sanctions on Russia amount to an act of war, calling the US Russia’s adversary. As reported by Reuters, Dmitry Medvedev said President Trump’s recent Ukraine actions are
Germany and Norway’s defense ministers met with Canada to discuss plans for a new submarine project, enhancing the North Atlantic through trilateral cooperation. Over the next few years, Canada plans to replace four of its older submarines. One of the bidders competing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – European leaders unite behind Ukraine, urging support for the country ahead of US President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. As reported by The Independent, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Kremlin rejects US President Donald Trump’s call to end the Ukraine war, keeping military actions as a US-Russia summit in Budapest is planned. As reported by the RBC Ukraine, Kremlink confirmed Russia will continue its military action
Berlin (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s bid for a 260,000-strong army faces setbacks as coalition partner SPD resists lottery-based conscription at 18. As reported by The Telegraph, in May, Friedrich Merz pledged to strengthen Germany’s military against Russia, declaring, “Germany
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Exiled Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky says Russian President Vladimir Putin may seek a Ukraine deal with US President Donald Trump, including Donbas. As reported by Sky News, Mikhail Khodorkovsky claims Russian President Vladimir Putin appears ready to
Kyiv (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia’s Vladimir Putin fears US President Donald Trump may aid Ukraine, as Washington avoids conflict with Moscow. As reported by Sky News, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he still hopes to secure Tomahawk missiles
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Russia claims the EU tried a coup in Georgia as protesters clashed with police during local elections in Tbilisi, leaving several injured. As reported by The Telegraph, Russia accuses Brussels of attempting to stage a coup in
Kuwait (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Germany’s foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, says Gaza talks mark a turning point, seeking long-term solutions between Israel and Hamas. As reported by Sky News, indirect talks in Egypt between Israel and Hamas raise global hopes for an
Berlin (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Oktoberfest, Munich’s famous folk festival, was shut after a suicide note warned of a bomb; police found explosives and the suspect died. As reported by The Telegraph, Munich authorities closed Oktoberfest after discovering a bomb threat in
Tbilisi (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Jailed Georgian opposition leaders warned Britain of growing links between the ruling Georgian Dream party and Iran, urging sanctions to tackle influence. As reported by The Guardian, jailed Georgian opposition leaders accused the ruling party of alleging
New York (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Former CIA director David Petraeus says unmanned submarines could secure Ukraine’s victory, urging the West to release frozen Russian funds for Kyiv’s efforts. As reported by The Telegraph, retired US General David Petraeus warned that explosive
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Defence Secretary John Healey says Britain will mass-produce drones with Ukraine to build a “drone wall” protecting Nato from Russian threats. As reported by The Telegraph, John Healey confirmed British-made drones will form a “drone wall”