August 21 Russia's Lavrov looks to draw China in on Ukraine's 'security guarantees' NATO allies dismiss Lavrov's comments over negotiations for Ukraine as 'noise' as he argues that China should also be involved in any 'security guarantees' for Ukraine.
August 21 Israel says UN misleads world as Gaza aid stolen and diverted from civilians As aid fails to reach civilians in Gaza, Israel slams misleading figures. The U.S.-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, using armed security, continues to feed millions despite a U.N. boycott.
August 21 Trump tariffs push India closer to America's strategic rivals China and Russia India strengthens ties with Moscow and Beijing as US-India relationship faces its most serious test in years following disputes over Russian oil purchases.
August 20 NATO defense chiefs stress commitment to Ukraine, discuss security guarantees during virtual summit NATO Chiefs of Defense reaffirmed support for Ukraine in a virtual meeting led by Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, joined by Gen. Dan Caine and all 32 allied leaders.
August 20 Pope Leo opts to share papal residence with four associates, breaking with tradition Pope Leo XIV breaks with tradition by moving into the papal apartment with companions, contrasting Pope Francis who chose a Vatican guesthouse over the official residence.
August 20 Controversial US-born Chinese Olympic skier Eileen Gu involved in 'terrible accident' in training: report Eileen Gu, the controversial U.S.-born Chinese skier, had a "terrible accident" in training Friday in New Zealand, according to a report.
August 20 Russian drone crashes in Polish field; Warsaw protests airspace violation and plans formal complaint A drone believed to be a Russian Shahed variant hit the Osiny village in Poland's Lublin province, shattering windows in homes but causing no injuries to residents.
August 20 US announces more sanctions on ICC officials for targeting Americans, Israelis The State Department announced sanctions against four ICC officials over their actions against Americans and Israelis. The ICC denounced the sanctions as an attack on the court's independence.
August 20 Russians made concessions ‘almost immediately,’ Trump envoy says of Putin summit Russia made quick concessions during a Trump–Putin meeting in Anchorage, Alaska, as the U.S. works with European allies on Ukraine security guarantees for a potential peace deal.
August 20 Ukraine’s stolen children crisis looms large as NATO meets on Russia’s war Ukrainian officials say more than 19,000 children have been unlawfully deported to Russia or occupied areas, with reports suggesting the number could be far higher.