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Russia plans to allow military to defend citizens prosecuted abroad

The threat of military force could give Moscow another tool to pressure governments abroad.

Shifting goals, unclear timelines, no clear exit: How Trump’s Iran war is starting to resemble Putin’s Ukraine war

As the Iran war unfolds, shifting objectives, contradictory statements and growing pressure for an exit are drawing comparisons with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

UN chief António Guterres calls Ukraine war a ‘stain on humanity,’ urges immediate ceasefire

Referring to Russia's invasion, Guterres said: "We have witnessed the cascading consequences of this blatant violation of international law."

A $2.4 trillion war, nearly Russia’s GDP, and over 5 lakh soldiers dead: Analysing the cost of four years of war

As the conflict enters its fifth year, the war’s costs are no longer abstract projections but lived realities etched into lost lives, shattered infrastructure and permanently altered geopolitics.

Zelenskyy urges Trump to stay on Ukraine's side as war against Russia drags into 5th year

The Ukrainian President said that US is too powerful and significant to withdraw its support for a democracy standing up to Moscow's aggression.

From battlefield to pharmacy: Why Russians are turning to antidepressants at record levels after four years of war

Market data, industry research, and reporting by The Telegraph show that antidepressant use has risen steadily since the Covid-19 pandemic and surged sharply after the invasion of Ukraine.

'Zelenskyy and Putin hate each other': Trump says as peace talks inch forward

Donald Trump says progress is being made toward ending the Russia-Ukraine war, citing talks with Vladimir Putin, while warning deep hostility between Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy complicates peace efforts globally.

Last US-Russia nuclear treaty expires today: What New START is and why Medvedev warns 'Doomsday Clock' is ticking faster

The New START, which Medvedev signed in 2010 when he was Russia’s president, expires today (February 5) unless Washington and Moscow reach a last-minute understanding.

Elon Musk says SpaceX blocked Russia’s unauthorised use of Starlink, says steps have worked

Ukraine’s military depends heavily on Starlink for battlefield communications and for operating certain drone missions. Tens of thousands of Starlink terminals are used by Ukrainian forces across the frontlines.

Disturbing video shows Russian troops tied half-naked to trees, forced to eat snow as punishment | WATCH

In the video, a voice believed to be that of the commander can be heard berating the soldiers for attempting to abandon their posts and refusing orders.

'Doomsday Clock' moves 85 seconds closer to midnight: Why humanity is nearer to catastrophe than ever before

The clock is a symbolic measure of how near the world is to catastrophe, based on threats such as nuclear war, climate change, emerging technologies and disinformation.

Ahead of US-Russia-Ukraine trilateral talks, Trump says 'I’m doing this more for Europe than for me'

“I’m doing it to save lives. I’m doing it for Europe. It doesn’t affect us very much. I have the ability to get things done like this, and we’ll see if I can get it done," Trump said.

Lavrov says NATO preparing for war with Russia, claims alliance debating whether to shut it down

Lavrov argued that European leaders are convincing NATO to shift its focus toward conflict with Russia by expanding military postures and encouraging confrontation.

Explained: Why Russia used Oreshnik missile on Ukraine and what it signals

Russia’s military said the missile launch was retaliation for what it claimed was an attempted Ukrainian drone strike late last year on one of Putin’s residences in Novgorod.

‘Spare us his crocodile tears’: Trump shares scathing op-ed on Putin, signals tougher line on Russia

Donald Trump’s decision to amplify the piece came as US intelligence agencies rejected Moscow’s claim about an attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin.

Peace in sight? Zelenskyy says Ukraine only 10% away from deal with Russia

The peace agreement is 90 per cent ready. Ten per cent remains. And that is far more than just numbers, says Zelenskyy in a video message posted on his Telegram handle.

Russia claims Ukraine targeted Putin’s state residence with drones, Kyiv pushes back

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Ukraine carried out the attack late on Monday, adding that Russian air defences intercepted and brought down 91 drones.

‘May he perish’: Zelenskyy’s Christmas Eve address carries veiled death wish for Putin as Russia launches fresh strikes

Zelenskyy said Ukrainians remain united by a single hope during the festive season, even as Russian attacks continue across the country.

'Eight planes were shot down': Trump again claims he ‘solved 8 wars’ including India-Pakistan, despite New Delhi’s firm denial

Trump went further to dramatise the situation, claiming that “eight planes were shot down” and that the conflict was rapidly escalating before it was brought under control.