How Russia’s Military Operation Has Impacted Ordinary Citizens, According to a New Survey
The findings reveal a nation facing economic strain, emotional toll, and shifting views—while many feel unaffected.
And a whole world in BRIEFLY.
Trump’s Ukraine Envoy Steve Witkoff Has Business Ties to Sanctioned Billionaire Len Blavatnik
Blavatnik holds both U.S. and U.K. citizenship and has generously funded election campaigns for both Democrats and Republicans.
Russian Railways Faces Mounting Debt Amid Suspicions of Engineered Financial Crisis
Amid a new multi-billion-ruble bond issue, analysts suspect Russian Railways’ deepening financial troubles may be part of a calculated strategy to trigger a covert ownership change.
The EU Seeks to Renew Ties with Russia’s Allies to Achieve Ceasefire in Ukraine
The EU initiative appears to be aimed at the BRICS countries — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
Romania’s Choice: Pro-European Candidate Defeats Far-Right Populists in Landmark Election
In a tense presidential race, the liberal mayor of Bucharest, Nicușor Dan, emerged victorious, leaving the ultranationalist George Simion behind.
The U.S. Increases Pressure on Russia: New Sanctions and Hopes for a Ceasefire
As U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated in an interview with CBS News, the American administration has made it “pretty clear” to the Kremlin that Washington’s patience is running thin.
A Generational Shift in the Russian Army: Putin Promotes Generals of the Offensive
On May 15, Vladimir Putin dismissed the 70-year-old Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Ground Forces, General Oleg Salyukov, and replaced him with a much younger figure: 50-year-old Andrei Mordvichev.
Istanbul Talks: Diplomatic Failure and the Deliberate Indifference of Putin and Trump
On Friday, the first direct negotiations between representatives of Russia and Ukraine since the start of the war took place in Istanbul — and lasted less than two hours.
Clash Before Peace Talks: Zelensky Accuses Moscow of a Farce — Kremlin Calls Him a ‘Clown’
As the world’s attention turns to Istanbul, where peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are set to take place, the diplomatic climate remains highly tense.
What’s on the Kids’ Menu in Germany? Fried, Fried, and Fried Again
German restaurants offer children mostly fried food — vegetables are a rare sight. Only one menu option offers real hope.
Shadows of the Past: Why Ukraine and Russia Struggle to Return to the Negotiating Table
Under mounting external pressure, the first direct talks in three years between representatives of Russia and Ukraine may take place this Thursday.
Return to Negotiations: Why Turkey Is Back at the Center of Ukraine Peace Talks
What’s surprising is that the initiative did not come from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, but he quickly seized the unexpected diplomatic opportunity.
Nudity Under Ban: What Lies Behind Cannes Film Festival’s New Dress Code
The new restrictions are explained by the need to maintain decency and organizational order.
