War and Swaps: Explosions Rock Ukraine as Prisoners Go Home
A huge wave of drone and missile attacks from Russia hit cities across Ukraine this past weekend, causing a lot of damage and sadly, killing at least 12 people and…
Putin and Kim Sign Historic Defense Agreement Amid Global Tensions
On June 19, 2024, Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un signed a mutual defense pact in Pyongyang, North Korea’s capital. This agreement, described by Kim as…
Putin Proposes Cease-Fire with Sweeping Demands on Ukraine
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia would be ready to order a cease-fire in Ukraine and enter into negotiations if Ukraine agreed to several significant conditions. These…
Russia’s Disinformation Campaigns Target European Elections
European monitors have detected a significant increase in Russian disinformation efforts as the European parliamentary elections approach in June. A notable operation, known as “Doppelganger,” involves creating fake websites that…
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash
On May 20, 2024, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a hardliner closely aligned with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, died in a helicopter crash. The accident occurred in mountainous terrain near…
An Unequal Partnership: Putin Seeks Support from Xi Amid Isolation
Vladimir Putin’s visit to China this week highlighted significant changes in the relationship between Russia and China. Despite efforts to present a strong alliance, the visit revealed an imbalance in…
Assassination Attempt on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico
On Wednesday, Slovakia’s Prime Minister, Robert Fico, was critically injured in an assassination attempt. The incident took place in Handlova, a town in central Slovakia, after a government meeting at…