(2025-08-16). The Heat: Trump-Putin Summit. america.cgtn.com 
U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska. Engaging face-to-face for the first time in six years, the leaders met for nearly three hours. | Can they make progress on a ceasefire in Ukraine and work towards an eventual end to the conflict? | Joining the discussion: | Anton Fedyashin is a professor of history at American University. | William Lawrence is…
(2025-08-16). Trump praises significant progress on Ukraine agreements. eng.belta.by The U.S leader described great progress achieved during talks with his Russian counterpart, noting Vladimir Putin appears equally committed to ending the Ukraine conflict.
(2025-08-16). Russian soprano Anna Netrebko facing continued blacklisting threat. wsws.org Netrebko is being punished for not lending her voice in favor of the proxy war against Russia in Ukraine, although she has made clear her opposition to the invasion when it took place 3 and Ω years ago.
(2025-08-16). Melania Trump sends letter to Putin about abducted children. geo.tv 
Russian President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with US first lady Melania Trump during a meeting on the sidelines.— Reuers/File US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump, raised the plight of children in Ukraine and Russia in a personal letter to Russian President…
(2025-08-16). Why Did Trump-Putin Talks Skip Ukraine's Ceasefire? thinktank.pk In the crisp, sub-Arctic air of Anchorage, Alaska — a place once sold by Russia to the United States in 1867 for a mere $7.2 million — two world leaders met on August 15, 2025, aiming to thaw the icy conflict in Ukraine. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin shook hands on a …
(2025-08-16). Ukraine targets Russian oil refinery ahead of Putin-Trump summit. newarab.com 
(2025-08-16). Russian US summit in Anchorage : Over 2 5 hours — longest meeting. thinktank.pk Donald Trump thanked Vladimir Putin and his entire team during a joint press briefing in Anchorage, following their longest-ever bilateral meeting lasting over 2.5 hours. Trump joked that some members of Putin's team are "almost as famous as the boss" and recalled "good, productive meetings" they've had in the past. The talks focused on Ukraine …
(2025-08-16). Some Thoughts On The Trump-Putin Summit. popularresistance.org After reading some 20+ pieces about the upcoming Trump-Putin talks I still have no idea of what the outcome might be. Trump's uttering about the talks and Ukraine are, as usually, all over the place. | There seems to be some agreements already between the parties. If it were not so there would be no summit. | The Russian side is aiming at much more than Ukraine. The size and high ranks of its delegation is otherwise unexplained: | The Kremlin aide noted the very high level of the Russian delegation, which he said would include Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Ushakov himself, Defense Minister Andrey Belousov, Fina…
(2025-08-16). Ukraine: pax optima rerum. strategic-culture.su By Alfred de ZAYAS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Peace is the highest good — every day that passes, more soldiers and civ…
(2025-08-16). Reimagining Asia's Position in the World of Disorder. moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Noto Suoneto and Genevieve Donnellon-May The global order is in disarray. Great power competition is intensifying, multilateral institutions are weakening, and long-standing alliances are under strain. Conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, economic fragmentation, climate shocks, and the erosion of global norms have deepened a sense of instability. The war in Ukraine has …
(2025-08-16). Inside the DRC and Ukraine. independent.co.ug 
How international involvement in the affairs of these two countries has complicated internal conflict resolution THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | The DRC and Ukraine may be geographically and culturally apart but they share many similarities. DRC is the second largest country in Africa, after Algeria. Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe, after Russia. …
(2025-08-16). Coinciding with Alaska Summit, Militarily, Russia has the Upper Hand. Destruction of HIMARS Rocket System and 'Sapsan' Missile Program. globalresearch.ca Introductory Note: | While seemingly constructive negotiations were unfolding in Alaska, developments in the Ukraine war theater present a different picture. | Does President Trump realize that from a military standpoint Russia has the Upper Hand. | The carefully documented article of military …
(2025-08-16). Trump says he had "very productive meeting" with Putin, but no deal reached. independent.co.ug 
ANCHORAGE, the United States | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he had a "very productive meeting" with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, but the summit ended without a deal on the Ukraine crisis. The two presidents held a joint press conference after concluding their talks at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in …
(2025-08-16). Putin: Russia genuinely interested in ending Ukrainian conflict. eng.belta.by The Russian leader emphasized that his country seeks a long-term settlement in Ukraine.
(2025-08-16). Trump holds lengthy call with Zelensky following Putin meeting. eng.belta.by The briefing note specified that Trump remained aboard Air Force One upon arrival at Joint Base Andrews outside Washington as he continued these diplomatic consultations.
(2025-08-16). Zelensky to meet Trump in Washington on 18 August. eng.belta.by Zelensky noted that their conversation lasted an hour and a half and was substantive. According to him, Trump outlined key points from his negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
(2025-08-16). WION: Trump-Putin Meet: Trump Puts Pressure on Zelensky, Europe. gilbertdoctorow.com This morning's interview with India's largest global broadcaster in English, WION, has received a significant number of views. I found it interesting to peruse the Comments section, which indicates a shift in Indian public opinion away from pro-US to more balanced praise for both Russia and the US compared to Comments in my earlier appearances …
(2025-08-16). Trump speaks with Zelensky, NATO leaders after summit with Putin. newarab.com 
Donald Trump held a lengthy phone call with Ukrainian President Trump held the calls on his way back to Washington, landing in the early hours of Saturday morning. | European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was among those on the call, in which Trump…
(2025-08-16). The EU Union and Zelensky's Corruption Affair. "Zelensky is an Obstacle to End the War" . Mojmir Babacek. globalresearch.ca Zelensky's friend Timur Mindich, in whose apartment Zelensky He was already …
(2025-08-16). àà Nato il Convitato di Pietra. globalresearch.ca In base a un piano della NATO, gli Stati Uniti non forniscono più direttamente armi all'Ucraina. Sono i Paesi europei della NATO che le acquistano dagli Stati Uniti per trasferirle all'Ucraina in "pacchetti" del valore ciascuno di 500 milioni di …
(2025-08-16). After 4 years of Repressive Taliban Rule, Afghans are Suffering in Silence. Is the World still Watching? juancole.com By Niamatullah Ibrahimi, The University of Melbourne; Arif Saba, Deakin University, and Safiullah Taye, Australian Catholic University (The Conversation) — On August 15 2021, Afghanistan's democratic republic collapsed. As the last US and NATO troops departed the country, the Taliban swept back into power and the Afghan people braced for an uncertain future. Despite promises …
(2025-08-16). Lindsey Graham says God will curse US if it stops Israel support. newarab.com 
Prominent US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has denied that At at a South Carolina Republican Party meeting on Wednesday, Graham said: "If America pulls the plug on Israel, God will pull the plug on us".
(2025-08-15). Kiev regime prioritizes return of ultra-nationalists instead of ordinary soldiers. infobrics.org Ukraine does not want to admit how many soldiers are in Russian hands.
(2025-08-15). UK Defence Secretary John Healey pledges troops on the ground in Ukraine. wsws.org Aware of the gravity of what was being suggested, his BBC interviewer asked what would happen if British troops were attacked by Russia. Healey insisted that British forces would have "the right to defend themselves if attacked".
(2025-08-15). Germany pledges additional military aid for Ukraine and spearheads European rearmament drive. wsws.org With the Ukrainian military suffering severe setbacks and transatlantic tensions mounting, the EU powers are providing additional military aid for Kiev and are moving toward the full militarisation of society and the establishment of a war economy—at the expense of the democratic and social rights of the working class.
(2025-08-15). Kiev-affiliated mercenaries conduct illegal training with Brazilian military personnel. infobrics.org Brazil urgently needs to take measures to prevent its citizens from being coopted by Kiev.
(2025-08-15). Russia destroys another HIMARS, obliterates Neo-Nazi junta's 'Sapsan' program. infobrics.org Since it was based on advanced Soviet-era technologies, the "Sapsan" would've been far more problematic for Russia than the underwhelming Western/NATO-sourced missiles and systems. Effectively on par with the Soviet 9K714 "Oka" and even early "Iskander" variants, this missile would've been a very serious challenge for Moscow's missile defenses.
(2025-08-15). Honduras: 3 People Arrested for Plotting Coup and Assassination of Former President Manuel Zelaya. orinocotribune.com The attorney general of Honduras, Johel Zelaya, announced the arrest of Arcadio López Estrada, Perfecto Jesús Enamorado Paz, and Antonio David Catán Rivera, "formally charged with the crimes of terrorism and attempted murder as established in the Penal Code," for a criminal conspiracy of assassination of the former Honduran president and coordinator of the ruling Libre Party, Manuel Zelaya, and overthrowing the current president, Xiomara Castro. | As reported by the Attorney General's Office on Friday, August 14, the conspiracy aimed to paralyze the state, disrupt the constitutional order, and endanger social pea…
(2025-08-15). NATO Warfare in Syria: Creating and Exploiting Desperation. globalresearch.ca [This article by Mark Taliano was first published by GR in June 2019.] | NATO terrorists murdered the Grand Mufti's son. They murdered the Minister of Reconciliation's[1] son, all with a view to corrupting the Syrian government and to bending its …
(2025-08-15). Eugenics and the Discriminatory Misuse of Gene Science Explored. dissidentvoice.org A beautiful, troubling reminder… A must-watch. — Erik Peterson, Assoc. Prof. of the History of Science, University of Alabama, Author, The Shortest History of Eugenics In The Name of the Gene Directed by Stephanie Welch Produced by Stephanie Welch, Andrew Kimbrell, Jed Riffe The concept of a "gene" — which came about during the Gilded …
(2025-08-15). IAM bureaucracy appeals to fascist Senator Hawley to intervene in Boeing strike. wsws.org Boeing machinists should set up rank-and-file committees to mobilize other sections of workers behind them, their real allies in this fight, and prepare for a break with the IAM apparatus and political struggle against both big business parties.
(2025-08-15). NATO's new ally? Argentina and UK secret military ties to counter China in the South Atlantic. infobrics.org Underreported UK-Argentina military secret dialogue, tied to Milei's NATO aspirations, seeks to counter China's growing South Atlantic presence. This partnership could empower US neo-Monroeism, alter Latin America's strategic balance, and even impact BRICS.
(2025-08-15). In run-up to Trump-Putin talks, Russian offensive encircles Ukrainian units in Pokrovsk. wsws.org Despite the talks, there will be no lasting diplomatic resolution of the NATO-Russia conflict, which can only be ended on a progressive basis by an anti-war movement of the working class.