World
The world in focus, as seen by Canadian leading global affairs analyst Michael Bociurkiw in a quick review of the biggest news in international media today.
Jan. 21
War in Ukraine
Trump has been vocal in his commitment to end the Russian war against Ukraine. So what happens now? Bohdan Nahaylo, Chief Editor of Kyiv Post, joined Poland’s TVP World to explore this question.
Jan. 21
Trump
Elon Musk joined a rally at the Capital One Arena, thanking the crowd for Trump’s return to the White House and making a chest tap and open-hand gesture to engage the audience.
Jan. 21
Top News
Despite being one of the last western banks to remain in Russia, Austria’s leading bank still had to answer a lawsuit brought by companies said to be owned by a Russian tycoon.
Jan. 21
War in Ukraine
Beijing remains a close political and economic partner of Moscow and has never condemned the war, leading some NATO members to brand China an “enabler” of the conflict.
Jan. 21
Ukraine
There will no doubt be a Trump-sized elephant in the rooms at the World Economic Forum even if some leaders avoid saying his name -- although the man will speak himself by video link on Thursday.
Jan. 21
Tanks
Malian officials claim the equipment is for their armed forces, while Russian experts suggest the primary recipient is the African Corps, Wagner PMC’s successor.
Jan. 21
Ukraine
In the White House, Trump reiterates his pledge to end the war in Ukraine, hints at negotiations with Putin, and questions NATO spending while claiming Russia has suffered nearly a million casualties.
Jan. 21
US
Trump immediately reversed Biden-era policies and enacted sweeping executive orders on climate, immigration and free speech. He said he’d meet with Putin. Senate confirms Rubio as Secretary of State.
Jan. 21
Ukraine
Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump’s return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations, but “the canal is and will remain Panama’s”.
Jan. 21
US
Expansionist rhetoric, an end to climate-change regulation, codified gender definitions and promises to overhaul the legal system mark the inaugural address of America’s 47th president.
Jan. 21
Russia
Unnamed officials said inexperienced crews on aging vessels are to blame for undersea cable damages in Europe, though others said it is difficult to prove or disprove Moscow’s involvement.
Jan. 20
Ukraine
Under the deal, the UK has committed to providing Ukraine with at least £3 billion worth of military aid every year up until 2030-31, with additional support as needed.
Jan. 20
Transnistrian leader Vadim Krasnoselsky said that his breakaway government is waiting to hear back from Moldovagaz
Jan. 20
War in Ukraine
US support for Ukraine faces resistance as political fatigue, Republican opposition, and Russian disinformation threaten the US-Ukraine alliance – as well as Biden’s legacy.
Jan. 20
F-16
Following a Saturday report by TASS that a Danish F-16 trainer was killed in a missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, the defense minister categorized it as yet another example of Kremlin-linked disinformation
Jan. 20
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Kyiv Post exclusive: The Trump White House is moving toward accepting key Russian demands, emboldening the Kremlin as it seeks to undermine Zelensky and shape the war’s end on Moscow’s terms.
Mar. 10