Ukraine has made a dramatic diplomatic move as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly rejects Vladimir Putin’s invitation to Moscow and instead invites the Russian leader to Kyiv for direct talks. At the same time, the Kremlin confirms a temporary pause in strikes on Ukrainian cities following a direct request from President Donald Trump.
31 January,2026 01:42 AM IST
Russia has launched a major overnight assault on Ukraine, striking both Odesa and Kharkiv in what Ukrainian officials describe as a coordinated attack targeting civilians and energy infrastructure. Drone strikes hit the Black Sea port city of Odesa, causing deaths, injuries, and widespread destruction, while missile and drone attacks knocked out power across large parts of Kharkiv, leaving much of the city in darkness. Homes, apartment blocks, and critical energy facilities were damaged as rescue teams worked through rubble to search for survivors.
28 January,2026 12:45 AM IST
India and the European Union are on the verge of sealing a landmark Free Trade Agreement, marking a historic shift in global trade dynamics. However, the deal has triggered sharp criticism from the United States, with Trump aide Bessent accusing the EU of double standards. In a recent interview with ABC News, Bessent claimed that the US has made larger sacrifices than Europe in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, pointing to 25% tariffs on India for Russian oil purchases while Europe negotiates a major trade deal with India. WATCH
27 January,2026 11:01 PM IST
The Kremlin has signalled no softening in its position on Ukraine following hours-long talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US special envoy Steve Witkoff. Russian officials said Moscow remains committed to its core territorial demands despite renewed diplomatic efforts to end the war. The talks come as Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met US leaders in Switzerland, ahead of a new round of negotiations involving the United States, Russia, and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi. Territory, security guarantees, and control of key infrastructure remain major points of contention.
23 January,2026 08:47 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
