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The EU is reportedly planning to negotiate a backroom deal with Hungary concerning Russian oil supplies in exchange for lifting its veto on a significant loan to Ukraine.

Alina Kabaeva allegedly received 71 million euros from funds leftover after the completion of President Putin's palace construction in Gelendzhik, with reports highlighting the use of these funds for sports events and charity.

The article announces an upcoming live interview with Alexander Stubb, discussing his views on Russia, particularly in the context of its war against Ukraine and past actions in Georgia.

Recent reports indicate that Russia has captured the town of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine after prolonged and costly battles, with Ukrainian officials acknowledging the loss.

Experts suggest that Ukraine's increased use of Flamingo missiles may lead to more significant strikes within Russia's territory.

Former Special Forces commander Al Carns warns that the UK may face war with Russia within three to five years, citing a lack of military preparedness.

At least 25 people were killed in armed raids on two villages in northeastern Nigeria, with attackers posing as soldiers during the assaults.

US and Ukrainian negotiators, including key figures like Rustem Umerov and Jared Kushner, are meeting in Geneva to discuss peace talks amid ongoing Russian aggression.

The IMF warns that the US national debt is set to reach 140% of GDP within five years if fiscal deficits are not reduced.

Russia has transferred the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv in a body exchange that included the return of 35 Russian soldiers' bodies.

Russia is now entirely dependent on Chinese imports for optical fiber after a domestic plant was damaged in Ukrainian attacks and has been offline since May 2025.

Four new delegations, including Finland, will join Ukraine in boycotting the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina in protest of Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their own flags.

Donald Tusk commented on the foreign policy vision presented by Radosław Sikorski, emphasizing Poland's strength and alliance with the USA amidst the threats posed by Russia.

Karol Nawrocki praised Radosław Sikorski's speech, highlighting the alignment of Poland's strategic policies against the existential threat posed by Russia.

Ukraine has added additional Russian public figures to its list of Kremlin mouthpieces for promoting pro-Russian narratives and legitimizing the war against Ukraine.

Canada has changed its position and no longer associates the Indian government with violent crimes, as reported by a media briefing.

Russia is insisting on Ukraine's surrender of the Donbas region and a prohibition on NATO membership in ceasefire negotiations, but Ukraine's stance is entirely opposed, complicating the prospect of negotiations.

Ukrainians express a desire for peace amidst ongoing war, but refuse to concede territory to Russia in exchange for an end to hostilities.

Poland's foreign minister is set to discuss the significant financial implications of defending NATO's eastern flank against Russia in parliament.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un has declared the country's commitment to further expanding its nuclear arsenal as part of a long-term strategy amid ongoing tensions with the United States.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accuses Ukraine of trying to drag his country into the war with Russia and demands the reopening of an oil pipeline.

President Donald Trump expressed readiness to swiftly end the war with Russia during a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, aiming for a peace agreement by summer despite existing territorial disputes.

Moscow has handed over 1,000 bodies of deceased Ukrainian soldiers to Ukraine, while receiving 35 bodies of Russian fighters in return.

Ukrainian drone strikes resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to six others in border regions of western Russia, as reported by local authorities.

Zimbabwe has enacted an immediate export ban on all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote local processing and curtail export malpractices.

A former US military commander has expressed concerns about the lack of urgency in Lithuania's defense preparations amid threats from Russia and Belarus.

Russia has handed over the remains of 1,000 dead Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv, while also receiving the remains of 35 Russian soldiers in return, according to a Russian official.

A Russian drone briefly entered Romanian airspace during an attack on Ukraine, prompting Romania to scramble F-16 fighter jets for monitoring.

The condition of a Kyiv rescue worker injured in a Russian strike in January has significantly improved, moving from intensive care to a regular hospital ward.

Russian Korean expert Andrejs Lankovs was declared undesirable in Latvia and expelled to Estonia without explanation.

The Kremlin announced that Russia and Ukraine have exchanged the remains of soldiers, with Russia receiving 35 Russian soldiers and sending back the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers.

Security expert Rainer Saks discusses the recent escalation in rhetoric from Russian leaders, suggesting a firm stance towards negotiating with the U.S.

The article discusses the increasing pressure on Putin's regime due to European actions.

A Russian diplomat publicly claimed to be Ukrainian during a UN Security Council meeting commemorating the fourth anniversary of Russia's extensive invasion of Ukraine.

Russia's Prime Minister publicly recognized the growing budget deficit and discussed potential solutions with President Putin and government members.

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski estimates that defending NATO's eastern flank from potential Russian aggression may cost at least 9 trillion Danish kroner.

Poland's foreign minister outlined the staggering costs of defending NATO's eastern flank against potential Russian aggression, estimating it at €1.2 trillion.

Ukrainian Special Operations Forces successfully executed an infiltration mission behind Russian lines to disrupt troop movements using explosives.

Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski stated that defending Europe from a potential Russian attack could cost at least 1.2 trillion euros.

Russia launched an attack on railway infrastructure in Ukraine, hitting a children's railway in Kharkiv Oblast as part of a larger assault on various cities.

Russian workers at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant have transformed sections of the facility into living quarters, raising safety concerns.

Ukrainian President Zelensky reported significant Russian attacks involving 420 drones and 39 missiles, damaging critical infrastructure just before diplomatic talks in Geneva between Ukrainian and US officials.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that former President Donald Trump struggles to comprehend why Ukraine and Russia have not reached any agreement to conclude the ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian air defense successfully intercepted multiple Russian missiles and drones during a recent attack, downing several Tsirkon anti-ship and ballistic missiles across various locations.

A significant Russian strike on Ukraine involved the launch of 420 drones and 39 missiles, causing injuries and damage in multiple regions, including Kharkiv.

A Russian attack on Ukrainian cities has resulted in numerous injuries.

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warns the Sejm about the imminent threat of war due to Russia's actions.

Russia launched an attack on Ukraine with over 400 drones and 39 missiles, targeting key cities including Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban addressed an open letter to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the ongoing energy supply issues stemming from Ukraine's actions in the conflict with Russia.

Russian attacks targeted Kiev and several other Ukrainian cities overnight, coinciding with scheduled talks in Geneva aimed at ending the ongoing conflict.