Russia
Moscow's proposal to use frozen Russian assets is 'nonsense,' Zelensky says
Speaking to reporters in a WhatsApp media chat, he added that Kyiv would "fight" to be able to use all frozen Russian assets to fund post-war recovery inside Ukraine.
Putin agrees next steps with US envoys but Kremlin says territory is key
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Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential administration in big shake-up
The appointment of Kyrylo Budanov marks a significant shift for a position traditionally occupied by a civilian mainly focused on domestic politics.
Russia asks US to stop pursuit of fleeing oil tanker, claims authority - NYT
The tanker was en route from Iran to Venezuela when the Coast Guard attempted to apprehend it. The Coast Guard has been chasing the tanker for almost two weeks.
Jewish refugees rebuild lives in Dnipro after fleeing war-torn Pokrovsk
The Dnipro Jewish community has welcomed many refugees from eastern Ukraine, as several Jewish refugees flee Russian troops.
Russia hands US alleged proof of attempted Ukrainian strike claimed to target Putin residence
After allegations over an attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin's residence were disputed by the US, other Western countries, Russia promised to provide proof of the attempt.
Novy God: Mockery, politics, and the Russian identity Israelis still argue over - opinion
A strong nation is not afraid of culture. A strong nation embraces it, gives it space, and becomes richer because of it.
Trump’s nuclear talk is pushing the world toward chaos - opinion
Trump’s nuclear rhetoric risks making unthinkable weapons thinkable, driving the world closer to chaos.
Russia deploys nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles in Belarus amid rising tensions
The state news agency TASS said it was the first time that the Defence Ministry had shown off the Oreshnik mobile missile systems.
Russia vows response after claim Ukraine targeted Putin's residence to alter Moscow's negotiations
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday dismissed Russian accusations that Kyiv had tried to attack Putin's residence in the Novgorod region as "another round of lies."
Russian schoolboy beaten by classmate, eye socket fractured, over Israeli flag in profile picture
Anton was diagnosed with a fracture of the orbital bone (eye socket), and doctors performed surgery under general anesthesia and removed bone fragments.
Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK
One third of this year’s olim were ages 18–35, the Aliyah and Integration Ministry and the Jewish Agency said, as interest surged and fairs drew tens of thousands worldwide.
