Why a Ukrainian Attack on Putin’s Residence Makes Little Strategic Sense

By BPN News Desk December 30, 2025

Op-Eds Opinion

The claim that Ukraine may have attacked the residence of Vladimir Putin with drones sounds dramatic, but drama is not strategy. When you strip away emotion, propaganda, and speculation, the idea quickly falls apart under basic logic. Wars, especially at this stage, are not fought on impulse.

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Trump Says He Must Approve Zelensky’s Peace Proposal

By BPN News Desk December 27, 2025

US President Donald Trump has said that any peace agreement to end the war between Ukraine and Russia will require his “approval”, a stance he made ahead of a planned meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Florida. Trump’s comments came as Zelenskyy prepares to present a 20-point peace framework designed to help negotiate an […]

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Putin Briefed on US Proposals for Ukraine Peace

By BPN News Desk December 24, 2025

The Kremlin on Wednesday said Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed on proposals put forward by the United States aimed at finding a path toward ending the conflict in Ukraine. The confirmation came as diplomatic contacts continue amid efforts to explore possible frameworks for a negotiated settlement. Kremlin confirms briefing Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry

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Kremlin Says Peace Chances Not Improved by Plan Changes

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

The Kremlin has said that recent changes proposed by European countries and Ukraine to United States-backed peace proposals do not improve the prospects of ending the war in Ukraine. A senior Russian foreign policy aide said the revisions fail to address Moscow’s core concerns and do not make the proposals more acceptable from Russia’s perspective. […]

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Trump ‘Disappointed’ Zelenskyy Hasn’t Read Peace Plan

By BPN News Desk December 8, 2025

US President Donald Trump said he was “a little disappointed” that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had not yet read the US peace proposal presented during talks in Miami. The discussions ended without a breakthrough in efforts to resolve the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin had accepted the proposal, although […]

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India Says It Is On Side Of Peace Ahead Of Putin Meet

By BPN News Desk December 5, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India is “not neutral” on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and stands firmly “on the side of peace.” The comments were made ahead of his summit meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, signalling India’s support for diplomatic and peaceful solutions rather than military escalation. Focus On Dialogue And Diplomacy Modi […]

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US Push for Ukraine Peace Plan Faces Resistance

By BPN News Desk December 1, 2025

The United States’ latest effort to advance a negotiated peace framework for the Ukraine war is facing strong opposition as talks continue. The peace proposal, which originally contained over two dozen clauses, has been revised after concerns that some terms appeared to favour Russian strategic interests. Key Sticking Points Slow Negotiations Diplomatic sources indicate

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Trump Sends Envoy to Meet Putin as Ukraine Peace Deal Nears

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his special envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in an effort to finalise a peace deal to end the war in Ukraine. Trump said the deal is “really close,” with only a few outstanding issues remaining to be resolved. Deal Status and […]

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Zelensky Welcomes “Principles” of U.S. Peace Draft

By BPN News Desk November 26, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday that the “principles” of a revised U.S. draft plan to end the war with Russia could form the basis of “deeper agreements,” while emphasising that much now “depends on America.” The plan, which has not yet been publicly released in full, updates a previously leaked version that drew […]

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U.S. and Ukraine Forge Refined Peace Framework in Geneva

By BPN News Desk November 24, 2025

The United States and Ukraine announced progress on a refined peace framework during their meeting in Geneva, signalling adjustments to an earlier proposal that drew criticism for appearing to favour Russian demands. Both sides said the updated approach aims to protect Ukraine’s sovereignty while addressing concerns raised by European partners. Key Shifts In The New […]