Trump’s Call to Peace – Or Just Another Gambit?

The world watched with a mixture of disbelief and cautious optimism this weekend as former President Donald Trump announced a direct, coordinated effort to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. But is this a genuine attempt at peace, or simply another strategic move in a complex and increasingly unpredictable geopolitical landscape? Just days after announcing his intention to speak with both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy,...

Istanbul Talks Unproductive: Russia Stalling Ceasefire

Istanbul – The first direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in over three years concluded today with little to no progress, highlighting the deep chasm separating the two warring nations. Held at a palace in Turkey, the talks, lasting under two hours, revealed a stark lack of common ground and fueled skepticism about the possibility of a swift resolution to the devastating conflict. As the world watched, the negotiations quickly...