(2025-12-31). The Crisis in Ukraine Is Not About Ukraine. It's About Germany/ By Mike Whitney. voicesfromsyria.com Original link Here: The Crisis in Ukraine Is Not About Ukraine. It's About Germany — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Mike Whitney Global Research, December 31, 2025 First posted on Global Research on February 13, 2022, prior to the Russian invasion almost four years ago geopolitical analyst Mike Whitney reflects with foresight what …
(2025-12-31). Merz Urges Europe to Assert Itself to Protect Peace and Prosperity. moderndiplomacy.eu In his New Year's address, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that Europe faces mounting threats from Russian aggression, global protectionism and shifting relations with the United States. Since taking office in May, Merz has positioned Germany at the forefront of European efforts to support Ukraine and has overseen a significant increase in defence spending to …
(2025-12-31). Russia Says Putin Ordered Expansion of Ukraine Buffer Zone in 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia's top general said on Wednesday that President Vladimir Putin has ordered an expansion of what Moscow calls a buffer zone in northeastern Ukraine in 2026. Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov said Russian forces were advancing in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions near the Russian border. Gerasimov said he inspected the "North" troop …
(2025-12-31). Ukraine in 2025: Failure of the Peace Initiative, Russia's "Strategic Military Successes" , Ukrainian Losses at 1.5 Million Soldiers. globalresearch.ca When Moscow launched the special military operation (SMO) to end the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, very few people thought it would last longer than a few months. | And indeed, Russia didn't want a protracted confrontation that would drag on for years, …
(2025-12-31). Steps Taken Towards a European Sky Shield. moderndiplomacy.eu Amid growing Russian drone and aerial incursions outside of Ukraine, European NATO members are discussing ways to mitigate the Kremlin's provocations while simultaneously strengthening the continent's air defense capabilities. With a divergence from a unified, cohesive strategy between Europe and the current U.S. administration, the European continent will need to take proactive measures toward a …
(2025-12-31). Whistleblower: US Officials Sidestep Court Order. popularresistance.org A whistleblower alleges that a federal immigration agency has prematurely closed numerous Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for records in order to fake that it is complying with a court order. | On December 19, 2025, the Government Accountability Project (GAP) submitted a whistleblower disclosure from a "disabled Marine Corps infantry combat veteran," who has served over a decade at the United Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) National Records Center (NRC). | The disclosure was submitted to U.S. senators that chair the Judiciary and Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committees. It refe…
(2025-12-31). Switzerland's New Security Strategy Sparks Fierce Debate Over Swiss Neutrality's Future. "The Russians are Coming" globalresearch.ca For years, Switzerland, the Swiss Government that is, has been moving gradually towards NATO and the European Union (EU). As is now in the open, NATO and the EU are intent walking hand-in-hand towards the next war against Russia. There …
(2025-12-30). Zelensky Says He's Holding Talks With Trump on Potential US Troop Deployment to Ukraine. news.antiwar.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that he's held talks with President Trump on the possibility of the US deploying troops to Ukraine. The Ukrainian leader made the comment when asked if the US plans to deploy troops as part of a security guarantee for a potential future peace deal with Russia. "To be …
(2025-12-30). On cam: Before 'attack on Putin's house', Russia burned Kyiv… | Both sides sabotage Trump peace push. hindustantimes.com As diplomatic efforts intensified in Florida ahead of talks between President Donald Trump and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russia launched drone attacks across Kyiv, Ukrainian authorities said. Explosions rang out as air defence systems intercepted incoming threats, with air raid alerts remaining active for hours as strikes continued into daylight, underscoring the fragile moment for peace efforts.
(2025-12-30). Trump endorses ethnic cleansing of Gaza and the 'mainstream' media ignore it. thecanary.co On Monday 29 December, Donald Trump met wanted Israeli war criminal Benjamin Netanyahu at his estate in Florida. Netanyahu arrived in the US via the airspace of three signatory nations to the International Criminal Court (ICC). All three ignored their binding obligation under international law to stop and arrest him on the ICC's arrest warrant. […] | By
(2025-12-30). Dar discusses 'regional situation' with Saudi FM amid rising Gulf tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan to discuss the current regional situation, the Foreign Office said on Tuesday. | The contact took place amid heightened regional tensions following Saudi Arabia's strikes on Yemen. During the call, the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving situation in the region and shared assessments of recent developments. | Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, called Saudi Foreign Minister H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan @Faisal…