August 21, 2025 Russian cruise missiles hit US company in massive Ukraine strike amid Trump’s peace push Russia rains down 614 missiles and drones in massive overnight assault on Ukraine, hitting a US-owned company near NATO borders and raising questions about Putin's negotiation intentions.
August 21, 2025 Melania Trump’s Putin letter sparks praise from second lady Vance Usha Vance called Melania Trump a "role model" Thursday for caring about children's welfare, referencing Mrs. Trump's letter to Vladimir Putin about protecting future generations.
August 21, 2025 Putin issues formal demands to end Ukraine war after meeting with Trump: report Russian president Vladimir Putin is reportedly willing to freeze current front lines in exchange for Ukrainian territorial concessions and a NATO membership ban.
August 21, 2025 Trump expands deportation deals as more countries agree to take migrants President Donald Trump's mass deportation strategy expands with Rwanda accepting 250 deportees while other countries, like Eswatini and South Sudan, also receive immigrants.
August 21, 2025 US warship burns for 12 hours off Japan coast; 2 sailors suffer minor injuries A fire aboard the USS New Orleans is under investigation after two sailors suffered minor injuries in the incident off the coast of Okinawa, Japan.
August 21, 2025 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, 2025 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, 2025 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, 2025 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, 2025 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.