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Ukraine peace talks continue amid contested territorial demands
Diplomatic efforts toward a ceasefire continue with negotiators discussing Russia’s demands and Ukraine’s territorial integrity; leaders report progress but no consensus on key territories yet.
U.S. announces 'blockade' on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers
The U.S. moved to block sanctioned Venezuelan tankers as part of stepped-up pressure on President Nicolás Maduro, a measure announced by President Trump that elevates tensions with Venezuela and raises legal and regional concerns.
Germany set to approve €50 billion military procurement
Germany is preparing a major €50 billion military procurement package to strengthen deterrence amid a perceived rising threat from Russia, signaling sustained European rearmament.
Chile elects José Antonio Kast; announces 'emergency government' agenda
Newly elected Chilean president José Antonio Kast declared an 'emergency government' focusing on crime reduction, stricter immigration measures, tax cuts and possible lithium policy changes.
Russia accused of sabotage campaign across Europe
Western officials say Russia is conducting a disruption and sabotage campaign across Europe with at least 145 documented incidents since 2022, heightening security concerns for EU states.
Sudan’s temporary truce alters external influence and humanitarian dynamics
A unilateral three-month truce announced by Sudan’s RSF is seen as a tactical pause that reshapes bargaining, external patronage and humanitarian access in Khartoum.
Guinea-Bissau coup prompts EU condemnation and calls for sanctions
Following the 26 November coup in Guinea-Bissau, the European Parliament condemned the seizure of power and urged measures within the EU human-rights sanctions regime against those responsible.
UK gives Roman Abramovich final chance to hand over Chelsea sale proceeds to Ukraine victims
The British government has given Roman Abramovich a last opportunity to transfer proceeds from Chelsea’s sale—about £2.5 billion—to victims of Russia’s war in Ukraine as part of pressure on sanctioned Russian oligarchs.
OSCE PA reaffirms support for Ukraine on Budapest Memorandum anniversary
On the 31st anniversary of the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly reiterated that Russia violated commitments to Ukraine and reaffirmed support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
European body flags human-rights violations and urges restrictive measures
The European Parliament adopted resolutions highlighting human-rights violations in Azerbaijan, Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau and called for reviewing EU agreements and considering restrictive measures against perpetrators.
S&P Global documents widening Ukraine attacks including strikes in the Caspian Sea
S&P Global reported Ukraine conducted UAV strikes on oil platforms and hit Russian cargo vessels in the Caspian Sea in early December, expanding Kyiv’s campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
Analysts: Trump-era diplomacy reshapes trans-Atlantic relations and global order
Analyses and broadcasts argue that policies under President Trump in 2025 — including his peace plan for Ukraine — have significantly altered U.S. foreign policy posture and strained traditional trans-Atlantic partnerships.