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Russia Lowers Peace Hopes Amid Intense Strikes

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

Russia’s government has sharply downplayed expectations for any breakthrough in upcoming peace negotiations with Ukraine. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov dismissed hopes of a miraculous agreement, saying that under current conditions, a rapid resolution is “hardly possible.” Russia insists it will continue to pursue its strategic aims regardless of talks. Civilian

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Putin Open to Peace Talks, But Demands Goals

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Kremlin has stated that President Vladimir Putin is open to peace negotiations with Ukraine, but only if Russia’s core objectives are addressed. The announcement comes amid continued fighting in eastern Ukraine, where Russian forces are focused on consolidating territory gained during the conflict. According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, Russia’s position has

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Putin Signals Conditional Readiness for Peace Talks

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed willingness to resume peace negotiations with Ukraine but made it clear that any talks must align with Russia’s core objectives in the conflict. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin prefers a diplomatic resolution, but not at the cost of compromising on key goals. The announcement comes at a […]

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Ukraine Proposes Fresh Ceasefire Talks Next Week

By BPN News Desk July 20, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has extended a fresh proposal to Russia for a new round of ceasefire talks next week, aiming to accelerate efforts toward ending the ongoing conflict. The announcement comes as Ukraine faces continued military pressure and international calls for de-escalation. The proposal was conveyed by National Security and Defence Council

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Russia Hits Ukraine Energy Grid with 400 Drones

By BPN News Desk July 17, 2025

Russia launched one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine overnight, targeting critical energy infrastructure in several cities. Ukrainian officials reported that over 400 drones were used in the assault, with explosions hitting areas in Kharkiv, Kryvyi Rih, Vinnytsia, and Odesa. The attack injured at least 15 civilians and led to major power outages across […]

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Russia Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Russia has dismissed U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent ultimatum threatening 100% secondary tariffs on countries that continue to engage in trade with Moscow, including purchases of oil and gas. A top Russian official described the warning as “theatrical” and claimed that such pressure tactics would have no effect on the Kremlin’s policies. Trump’s 50-Day Deadline […]

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Ukraine Taps Svyrydenko As New PM

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has nominated Yulia Svyrydenko, the country’s current Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister, to take over as Prime Minister. The nomination comes as part of a significant government reshuffle aimed at boosting wartime governance and accelerating economic recovery. If approved by Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada (parliament) in the

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Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs On Russia

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that his administration will impose 100% tariffs on all Russian exports if Russia does not agree to a Ukraine ceasefire within 50 days. The ultimatum also includes secondary sanctions on countries that continue to import Russian oil, marking a sharp escalation in economic pressure on Moscow. Speaking at a […]

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Russia, China Discuss Ukraine Conflict

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing on July 13 to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict, evolving global dynamics, and their respective relationships with the United States. The meeting was held on the sidelines of a major multilateral gathering. Strengthening the Strategic Partnership Lavrov and Wang reaffirmed their

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US To Send Patriot Missiles To Ukraine

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that the United States will send Patriot missile systems to Ukraine. This comes amid growing concern over intensified Russian missile and drone attacks targeting Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. Trump said Ukraine “desperately needs” these air defence systems and added that the European Union will reimburse the cost incurred by