Speaking on his 73rd birthday, the Russian leader said Moscow holds full battlefield control as Ukraine pushes to regain lost ground.

The Russian and Israeli leaders discussed developments in the Middle East, including Donald Trump’s proposal to end the Gaza war and ongoing concerns over Iran and Syria

 In the case of a nuclear war, the American can do this or that, but otherwise, the Europeans are realizing for the first time that you can’t outsource your defense

Tehran seeks Russian support for new reactors ahead of possible UN sanctions snapback, while Putin offers to extend a key nuclear treaty in a bid to reshape ties with Washington

In a Fox News interview, the U.S. president said he is frustrated with the lack of progress on ending the Ukraine war and hinted at tougher measures, while urging Europe to shoulder more responsibility

After Russia’s largest drone and missile attack on Ukraine, Trump signals new sanctions on Moscow while pressing Hamas to accept a ceasefire agreement that includes the release of hostages

The Russian president said foreign forces deployed to Ukraine during or after the war would be “legitimate targets,” underscoring divisions over future security guarantees

A viral video from Beijing shows Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin talking about biotechnology, organ transplants, and even the possibility of living to 150 years. North Korea’s Kim Jong Un was also present

Vladimir Putin said Russian forces were advancing “on all fronts” while claiming Kyiv lacked the capability to mount large-scale offensives.

The former U.S. president accused China, Russia, and North Korea of conspiring against the U.S. following Beijing’s massive WWII anniversary military display

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin, China and Russia urged a shift toward multipolar governance, offering financial aid and cooperation projects to counter the U.S.-led world order

The Russian leader noted that he had discussed the outcome of the Alaska talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping and plans to brief other world leaders in their upcoming bilateral meetings.

The U.S. president warned of heavy sanctions or tariffs if there is no progress toward peace, while expressing frustration over Moscow’s recent actions

In a recent phone call, Russia and Turkey’s leaders addressed developments in Ukraine, with Erdoğan highlighting Turkey’s peace initiatives and Putin expressing gratitude for Turkey hosting negotiations

US efforts aim to arrange a second meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin, over three years after their last encounter in 2019 to discuss peace in eastern Ukraine.

Donald Trump hosted Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders at the White House, announcing efforts to arrange a Putin-Zelensky meeting followed by a trilateral summit. Talks focused on security guarantees, territorial disputes, and the path to lasting peace

A live microphone caught U.S. President Donald Trump telling French President Emmanuel Macron that Vladimir Putin “wants to make a deal for me,” revealing private views on the Ukraine conflict ahead of planned peace talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly approved security guarantees for Ukraine, allowing U.S. and European protection without NATO membership. Officials describe the move as a potential “game changer” in the conflict with Russia