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Russia seized 4,336 km² of Ukraine in 2025, nearly double 2023-2024 combined losses
According to DeepState reports, Russia's occupation of Ukraine has increased significantly with nearly one-fifth of Ukraine’s territory now under control. Donetsk Oblast leads this trend with approxim...
Zelensky to Hold High-Stakes Talks on Land and Security with Trump on Sunday
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with US President Donald Trump for high-stakes talks focusing on land issues and security matters. The meeting is expected to address ongoing concerns...
We will get Greenland, one way or another, Trump says, a fateful moment for Denmark
President Donald Trump has stated his intent to acquire Greenland, expressing this desire either through negotiation or other means. This declaration is seen as significant and potentially contentious...
Trump says to acquire Greenland one way or the other
President Donald Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, either through negotiation or some other method. This statement drew significant attention and sparked debate over U.S. foreign policy...
Key Obstacles to the Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan
The article discusses key challenges hindering a peaceful resolution between Russia and Ukraine. Issues include territorial disputes, humanitarian concerns, economic sanctions, and disagreement over c...
War in Ukraine - Russia Occupies More Than 4000 Square Kilometers of Territory in 2025
The conflict between Russian forces and Ukrainian military continued with significant changes over the reported year 2025, resulting in an additional occupation of more than 4000 square kilometers of ...
High Hurdles: The Main Obstacles To A Ukraine Peace Deal
Discusses significant challenges and barriers that impede progress towards achieving peace in Ukraine, including issues related to trust between negotiating parties, differing views on territorial int...
High Hurdles: The Main Obstacles to a Ukraine Peace Deal
The article discusses significant challenges that impede the progress towards a lasting peace agreement in Ukraine. These include disagreements over territorial control and sovereignty issues between ...
High Hurdles: The Main Obstacles to a Ukraine Peace Deal
The article discusses significant challenges impeding the establishment of peace between Ukraine and Russia. These obstacles include territorial disputes over Crimea and Donbas regions, issues around ...
Russian media: Putin wants all of Donbas, talks about other territories are possible
According to Russian media reports, President Vladimir Putin seeks full control over the entire Donbas region in eastern Ukraine but indicates that discussions on other disputed territories may be neg...
Putin presses for entire Donbas to be handed over to Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has insisted on the transfer of control over all of Donbas to Russia....
Four Strong Statements Within Ten Days! Trump: If It Affects NATO, So Be It! Greenland Autonomous Government Reacts
Over a ten-day period, US President Donald Trump has made four firm statements regarding Greenland's strategic importance and potential for becoming a US territory. He emphasized that the territorial ...
Russia Sets Full Seizure of Ukraine’s Donetsk Region as Top 2026 War Priority
According to recent reports, Russia has identified the complete capture of the Ukrainian Donetsk region as its principal military objective for the year 2026. Key targets include the cities of Pokrovs...
Trump Wants Greenland Again; European Countries Seek Solutions
President Trump has renewed his interest in acquiring Greenland, prompting concern and discussions among other European countries on how best to respond and address the geopolitical implications....
Trump Warns That the U.S. Will Acquire Greenland One Way or Another
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed an aggressive stance towards acquiring territorial rights over Greenland, indicating that he is determined to pursue this goal regardless of any diplomatic ch...
Donald Trump Threatens Over Greenland: It Will Be By Way Of Purchase Or Through Hostile Takeover
US President Donald Trump has hinted at potential interest in acquiring Greenland, suggesting that the acquisition could happen either through negotiation and purchase or by more hostile means. This s...
China Is Building Out Another Artificial Island in the South China Sea
New satellite imagery from the European Space Agency has shown Chinese activity on Antelope Reef in the Paracel Islands of the South China Sea. This indicates that despite a 2016 UN ruling against its...
We Will Get Greenland, Either Easy Way Or Hard Way - US President Trump
US President Donald Trump has made an assertion indicating his intention to either purchase or take control of the territory of Greenland from Denmark in a manner that is described as either easy or h...
NATO takes Greenland under protection after Trump's statements
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has indicated an intention to increase its security presence around Greenland following comments made by US President Donald Trump expressing interest in ...
Strong Explosions in Venezuela – 'USA Conducting Attacks Inside Country'
Venezuelan authorities report strong explosions and claim that the United States of America is conducting attacks within Venezuelan territory....
Russian Oil Tanker Paints Russian Flag on Ship Sides While Under Pursuit by U.S. Military
A tanker vessel has been reported to have painted the flag of Russia over its body while under pursuit by military forces from the United States, seeking sanctuary under Russian protection which led t...
Ukraine not急于和平,普京说俄罗斯宣布占领梅尔诺霍拉德和胡利亚波莱
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine has no immediate inclination towards peace, paralleling an announcement by Russia of capturing the towns of Myrnohrad and Huliaipole. This move is ...
Zelensky En Route to Meet Trump in Florida Ahead of Difficult Ukrainian Territory Decision
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is traveling to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida. This meeting comes as Zelensky faces critical decisions regarding Ukraine's territorial integri...
Putin Wiling to Discuss Territorial Exchange but Sticks to Full Control of Donbass
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly expressed openness towards territorial negotiations under certain conditions, yet he remains adamant that the entire region of Donbas should be fully in...
Putin Suggests Territorial Swap Possibility, Seeks Control Over Entire Donbas
According to local media reports, Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated the possibility of territorial swaps as a way to secure control over the entire Donbas region....
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues but territorial disputes remain
The United States and Ukraine have agreed on several significant points during recent discussions, focusing on defense cooperation, economic partnership, and security concerns in the region. However, ...
Working Groups and Territorial Issues: Summary of Trump and Zelensky Meeting
During the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, discussions focused on working groups and territorial issues, including military aid and strategic co...
Vladimir Putin Open to Land Swaps
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed openness towards potential land swaps during diplomatic negotiations, suggesting flexibility in territorial disputes....
US Senator warns: Any US move to annex Greenland means end of NATO
A U.S. senator has issued a warning that any attempt by the United States to annex Greenland would likely lead to the dissolution of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The statement highli...
Greenland parties respond to Trump: We do not want to be Americans
Political parties in Greenland have responded critically to U.S. President Donald Trump's recent comments about purchasing the territory. Representatives from various political factions across Greenla...
Security Guarantees, Territory, and Nuclear Plant Stall Ukraine–US Peace Framework
Discussions between Ukraine and the United States on stabilizing peace face challenges due to unresolved issues such as security guarantees, territorial disputes, and concerns over a nuclear power pla...
Japan protests South Korean military drills near Takeshima
Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially protested South Korea’s military exercises near the disputed Takeshima islands after reports of activities conducted by South Korean forces earlier t...
US and Ukraine reach agreement on crucial matters but territorial disagreements persist
The United States and Ukraine have reportedly reached an understanding on several critical issues during recent talks. However, discussions surrounding specific territorial disputes are ongoing withou...
Denmark and Greenland ministers to meet Vance, Rubio at White House on Wednesday
Ministers from Denmark and Greenland are expected to meet with U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Marco Rubio at the White House this week, amidst tensions over potential American interest in the Arctic t...
Syria, Israel resume U.S.-mediated security talks
U.S.-mediated security talks between Syria and Israel have resumed after several months of suspension, according to Syrian state news agency SANA. The delegation from Syria includes Foreign Minister A...
US to Get Greenland - Trump
President Donald Trump mentioned that he intends for the US to acquire Greenland from Denmark, implying potential negotiations for territorial transfer....
US and Ukraine Reach Consensus on Key Issues But Territorial Disputes Remain
The United States and Ukraine have reached an agreement on several significant issues during recent negotiations. However, the discussion has highlighted that territorial disputes persist as a point o...
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues but territorial disputes remain
The United States and Ukraine have reportedly reached agreement on several critical matters, including security cooperation and military assistance. However, disagreements over certain territorial iss...
Video: Territorial Issues Unresolved as US-Ukrainian Presidential Meeting Yields No Substantive Breakthrough
Ukrainian and U.S. presidents met without significant progress on territorial disputes. The meeting did not lead to concrete advancements in resolving outstanding border or sovereignty issues....
Peace talks: Croatia urges Ukraine not to relinquish territories
Croatia has advised Ukraine during recent peace negotiations to maintain its territorial integrity and resist giving up any areas under its control....
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues but territorial disputes remain
The United States and Ukraine have reached an agreement on several vital matters during bilateral talks. However, discussions surrounding certain territorial claims persist without resolution....
After US Attack on Venezuela, Trump Reiterates Interest in Greenland
Following recent developments in Venezuela involving America's actions, U.S. President Donald Trump has again expressed an interest in Greenland. This renewed focus marks a continuing geopolitical str...
China Swipes At Trump In Bid To Be Thailand-Cambodia Peacemaker
Chinese officials have criticized U.S. policy while positioning China as a mediator between Thailand and Cambodia to resolve their ongoing territorial disputes....
China opposes recognition of Somaliland, affirms support for Somalia
The Chinese foreign ministry has reiterated its stance against attempts to recognize Somaliland as an independent state, stating that such efforts undermine Somalia's sovereignty and unity. It urged S...
More governments denounce Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
The European Union reaffirms its stance on respecting Somalia's unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, in response to increasing condemnations over Israel's latest diplomatic move....
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues but territorial disputes remain
The United States and Ukraine have reportedly reached an agreement on several critical matters. However, concerns over territorial disputes persist and are yet to be resolved between the two parties....
US and Ukraine reach consensus on key issues but territorial disputes remain
The United States and Ukraine have reached agreement on several significant matters during recent diplomatic talks. However, discussions surrounding certain territorial claims have not been resolved, ...
Greenland Responds to Trump: We Do Not Want to Be American
In response to former US President Donald Trump's suggestion of potentially purchasing Greenland, the territory expresses its firm stance on maintaining its current status and independence from foreig...