Jennifer Hicks

Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has reiterated his commitment to securing a peace agreement with Russia by 2025, emphasizing the need for robust security guarantees from Western allies. In an interview with Italy's Rai News 24 on January 10, Zelensky highlighted that long-term peace hinges on these guarantees, asserting that Ukraine's NATO membership would provide the most effective solution. While Zelensky's aspirations reflect a deep desire for stability, the path to a comprehensive agreement remains fraught with geopolitical complexities.

Preparations for a call between US President-elect Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are reportedly in motion, with discussions anticipated to take place in the “coming days and weeks,” according to incoming US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz. Speaking to ABC News on January 12, Waltz revealed that efforts are underway to establish a framework for the conversation, which could potentially set the stage for further negotiations and an eventual in-person meeting between the two leaders.

President-elect Donald Trump has announced his intention to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin shortly after his inauguration on January 20. In an interview with Newsmax on January 13, Trump emphasized his commitment to resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, a central theme of his campaign rhetoric. He accused outgoing President Joe Biden of “gross incompetence” in managing the crisis and reiterated his belief that he could end the war swiftly.

In a historic farewell address from the Oval Office on January 15, outgoing US President Joe Biden issued a stark warning to Americans about the growing influence of an oligarchic class and the emergence of a “tech-industrial complex.” Drawing on parallels to President Dwight D. Eisenhower's iconic 1961 caution against the military-industrial complex, Biden's speech emphasized the existential threats posed by concentrated wealth and technological power to democracy itself.

Greenland's Prime Minister, Mute Egede, has once again rejected the idea of the Arctic island becoming part of the United States, following renewed interest by former US President Donald Trump. Speaking to FOX News on January 16, Egede emphasized Greenland's commitment to being a strong partner of the US but reiterated that the islanders value their sovereignty and identity above all.

In a pivotal development, the Israeli government has approved a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, marking a potential end to a brutal 15-month conflict in Gaza. The ceasefire, set to take effect on Sunday, January 19, 2025, includes provisions for a hostage exchange and has been brokered through intensive mediation by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced the decision following prolonged deliberations, but the deal has ignited fierce debates within Israel's political landscape.

The Russian Foreign Ministry has issued a firm rebuke to a newly signed agreement between the United Kingdom and Ukraine, declaring that neither country has any legitimate role in the Azov Sea. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova described the bilateral agreement, which aims to bolster defense infrastructure and maritime security cooperation, as both “insignificant” and an affront to Russia's sovereignty.

In a fiery speech delivered to a packed rally in Washington, DC, President-elect Donald Trump outlined his ambitious plans to undo the policies of outgoing President Joe Biden. With his inauguration set for January 20, Trump promised to swiftly address key issues ranging from border security to foreign conflicts, setting the stage for a dramatic […]

In a dramatic return to the “America First” agenda that characterized his previous presidency, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 20, 2025, halting all US foreign development assistance for 90 days. This decision, part of a broader reassessment of US foreign aid strategy, underscores Trump's commitment to refocusing national priorities on domestic issues while re-evaluating the global impact of American financial assistance.

The European Union's decision to wean itself off Russian energy has led to soaring energy costs across the continent, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen revealed during a speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21. Her remarks highlighted the substantial economic and geopolitical challenges arising from the bloc's shift away from its historical reliance on Moscow for fossil fuels.