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Putin Promises No More Wars If Russia is 'Treated With Respect'

During a Kremlin-organized broadcast, where he answered questions from international journalists, the Russian president promised that there would be no more "special military operations" if the West treated Russia with "respect."

International Business Times

Ukraine cannot continue to survive on Europe’s starvation rations

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Despite agreeing to a €90bn interest-free loan that could keep Kyiv afloat for two years, European leaders seem unduly nervous about forcing Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table. If Europe is ever to defeat Russia, it must now go further – or risk humiliation

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio Says Russia's 'Rhetorical Support' Of Venezuela Does Not Influence The Campaign Against The Maduro Regime

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he is not concerned about Russia's support for the Venezuelan regime as the Trump administration continues its campaign against the South American country.

Latin Times

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Ukraine strikes Russian tanker in the Mediterranean after receiving £80bn European loan

Vladimir Putin reiterated his hardline demands of Ukraine at a conference as Kyiv met for more talks to end the war

The Independent UK

Bulletin world briefing: Putin questioned about aliens and China urged to release Jimmy Lai

Here are five of the biggest stories from around the world today. Putin questioned on aliens during marathon year-end conference Pressure mounts on China to release media mogul Jimmy Lai immediately Deadly virus discovered on the breath of whales in the Arctic Circle Investigation launched after young couple killed in…

The Independent UK

UN Security Council To Meet At Venezuela's Request To Discuss 'Ongoing U.S. Aggression'

The UN Security Council will meet next week at the request of the Venezuelan regime to discuss the "ongoing U.S. aggression."

Latin Times

Angry Russians turn on Putin over poverty and stagnant economy during marathon press conference

‘Why do ordinary people live worse than Papuans [citizens of Papua New Guinea]?’ hit out one Russian viewer

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EU agrees €90 billion loan to Ukraine, but squabbles over frozen Russian assets expose the bloc’s deep divisions

By agreeing to provide a loan of €90 billion (£79 billion) for the years 2026-2027, EU leaders have set the direction for the future of support for Ukraine.

The Conversation

Ukraine strikes Russian shadow fleet tanker in Mediterranean

Ukraine hit Russian-linked tanker Qendil with drones in the Mediterranean on Friday, marking the first shadow fleet strike outside Black Sea.

Euronews

OPINION - The bombshell revelations from Trump's chief of staff are actually rather good news

Susie Wiles gives a more rounded picture of Trump than we’re used to

Evening Standard

How the EU's reparations loan for Ukraine fell apart at the eleventh hour

On Thursday night, EU leaders realised that their planned reparations loan for Ukraine – a proposal without parallel in modern history – could not overcome the obstacles in its way.

Euronews

Putin asked about existence of aliens: ‘This is secret information’

Vladimir Putin was questioned on the existence of aliens during his annual televised news conference.

The Independent UK

Vinette Robinson makes child safety plea as actor supports The Independent’s SafeCall campaign

Vinette Robinson has backed The Independent’s SafeCall campaign, which aims to raise £165,000 to support the 70,000 children who go missing every year in the UK.

The Independent UK

What to know about the EU's new $106 billion loan to Ukraine

European Union leaders have agreed to provide Ukraine with a massive interest-free loan to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years

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The Independent UK

Denmark blames Russia for ‘destructive’ cyberattacks ahead of elections

The intelligence service said the attacks were part of Russia's ‘hybrid war’ against the West

The Independent UK

Putin warns EU leaders of ‘grave consequences’ if Russia robbed of frozen assets

Vladimir Putin warned EU leaders of “grave consequences” if Russia had been robbed of its frozen assets.

Euronews

Putin touts battlefield gains, signalling war in Ukraine will continue

During his annual press conference and call-in show, the Russian president stated that his troops were advancing in Ukraine, the day after EU leaders agreed on a €90bn loan for Kyiv, avoiding the use of frozen assets.

The Independent UK

Russia claims its spy chief held ‘lengthy’ phone call with new head of MI6

Blaise Metreweli took office as the first female MI6 chief in October

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The Independent UK

Watch live: Vladimir Putin holds annual end of year address and phone-in with Russians

Watch live as Vladimir Putin holds his annual televised new conference on Friday (19 December).

The Conversation

Dispatches from a year of global conflict and uncertainty

This newsletter was first published in The Conversation UK’s World Affairs Briefing email. Sign up to receive weekly analysis of the latest developments in international relations, direct to your inbox.

The Independent UK

Watch: Putin calls European leaders ‘little pigs’ ahead of crucial summit in Brussels

Vladimir Putin has called European leaders “little pigs” who want the collapse of Russia, ahead of a key EU summit in Brussels.

The Guardian - UK

‘Money today or blood tomorrow’: EU leaders race to secure deal for Ukraine

Summit divided on idea of loan secured against Russian assets, as Belgium seeks guarantees if scheme goes wrong

The Independent UK

Belarusian leader says Russia deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile to the country

Belarus’ authoritarian president says that Russia had deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to the country, a move that comes as talks to end the war in Ukraine have entered a crucial phase

Latin Times

Russia Cautions U.S. About Making a 'Fatal Mistake' In Military Campaign Against Venezuela

Venezuela cautioned the U.S. about making a "fatal mistake" in its military campaign against Venezuela, adding that its recent decision to impose a blockade on sanctioned oil tankers "pose a threat to international shipping."

The Independent UK

Kremlin envoy set to visit Miami for talks on US peace plan for Ukraine

A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine

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