On August 15, 2025, the Institute for the Study of War released its latest Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, spotlighting a dramatic surge in troop movements and bold strategic maneuvers amid intensifying regional conflicts
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Former President Donald Trump is turning his attention away from Ukraine and setting his sights on challenging China’s growing global influence, Fox Business reports-marking a bold new chapter in U.S. foreign policy priorities
Former President Donald Trump left the Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin empty-handed, failing to secure a deal to end the Ukraine war, AP News reports. The talks wrapped up without any breakthrough in resolving the conflict
Former President Trump signals a potential move to do business with Russia, sparking intense debate amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Experts warn that this could deepen challenges for U.S. foreign policy and national security efforts
Russian President Vladimir Putin views the conflict with Ukraine as a striking response to Russia’s waning global influence, framing the war as a daring mission to reclaim the nation’s lost glory and power, The New York Times reports
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on his way to Washington for a pivotal meeting with US President Joe Biden, following stalled talks in Europe. The recent negotiations concluded without an agreement, highlighting the ongoing challenges in reaching a diplomatic breakthrough
The Alaska summit between Trump and Putin wrapped up without reaching an agreement, spotlighting deep rifts on key issues such as election interference and the conflict in Syria. Both leaders openly aired their differences, making it clear that tensions in US-Russia relations remain as intense as ever
Trump and Putin concluded their talks on Ukraine, highlighting significant strides made while narrowly missing a breakthrough. Both leaders emphasized the crucial role of ongoing dialogue amid the persistent challenges in reaching a final agreement
Germany is on high alert as Trump and Putin prepare to meet, anticipating potential shifts in NATO dynamics and transatlantic relations. This pivotal summit has the power to transform European security and reshape Germany’s diplomatic strategy
Ahead of the Alaska summit, Russia turns up the heat with daring provocations-sporting a USSR sweatshirt and serving chicken Kyiv to US officials-unleashing Moscow’s sharp-edged diplomatic trolling, reports The Guardian
In his latest column, The Washington Post uncovers how former President Trump’s policies and rhetoric have surprisingly strengthened Russia and China, dramatically reshaping U.S. global influence amid rising geopolitical tensions
A recent Russian breakthrough has exposed Ukraine’s most critical vulnerability, ramping up concerns about Kyiv’s defense capabilities and strategic challenges just as the crucial international summit approaches
At the Alaska summit, Putin praised former President Trump’s peace efforts and teased the possibility of a groundbreaking nuclear deal, igniting new hope for a breakthrough in U.S.-Russia relations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions
A former Trump appointee boldly challenged the ex-president to “demand” the return of U.S. land from Russia, sparking a fiery debate amid rising geopolitical tensions. This daring call highlights increasing pressure for the U.S. to take a stronger, more assertive stance
Former President Donald Trump delivered a powerful warning of “severe consequences” if Russian President Vladimir Putin obstructs peace efforts in Ukraine, underscoring the urgent need for a swift and decisive resolution, Reuters reports
Former President Donald Trump is preparing for a high-stakes showdown with Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. This critical meeting will tackle pressing geopolitical issues, highlighting security and energy cooperation as global tensions continue to escalate
Former US President Donald Trump has boldly vowed to champion the return of Ukrainian territory in his upcoming talks with Vladimir Putin. His declaration comes amid rising tensions over Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine
Russia faces fierce backlash for signing international agreements, only to undermine them later-fueling growing mistrust among its global partners. Japan Forward highlights this troubling pattern as a defining feature of Moscow’s diplomatic strategy
Russia has made impressive battlefield advances in Ukraine, strategically positioning itself to gain greater leverage ahead of upcoming talks with former President Trump. This bold move highlights Moscow’s deliberate strategy to enhance its influence in the diplomatic arena
Former President Trump urged Ukraine to consider a “land swap” with Russia right before his highly anticipated summit with Putin, sparking intense debate over the potential impact on Ukraine’s sovereignty and the region’s stability