Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,085

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events – day 1,085

Here is the situation on Thursday, February 13: Fighting At least one person was killed and four others, including a nine-year-old child, were injured by a Russian missile strike in Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, the city’s mayor, Vitali Klitschko, said. The strike caused damage and fires in at least four areas of the city. Regional Governor…

As Modi meets Trump, can he get India tariff waivers, Iran respite?

As Modi meets Trump, can he get India tariff waivers, Iran respite?

JUMP TO: What’s at stake for India? What’s Modi’s likely game plan on deportation? How might Modi counter Trump on tariffs? ‘Commitment to QUAD’ The Iran equation ‘Bonhomie’ and friction New Delhi, India – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Washington late on Wednesday night and is scheduled to meet United States President Donald…

Trump seeks ‘successful conclusion’ to Russia-Ukraine war

Trump seeks ‘successful conclusion’ to Russia-Ukraine war

NewsFeed Trump seeks ‘successful conclusion’ to Russia-Ukraine war The White House spokeswoman says President Donald Trump had “a lengthy and highly productive phone call” with leaders in Russia and Ukraine and is looking to bring Russia’s war in Ukraine to a “successful conclusion”. Published On 12 Feb 202512 Feb 2025

‘Trump effect’: How US tariffs, ’51st state’ threats are shaking up Canada

‘Trump effect’: How US tariffs, ’51st state’ threats are shaking up Canada

Montreal, Canada – Even before he formally re-entered the White House last month to begin his second term as president of the United States, Donald Trump had repeatedly taken aim at an unlikely target: Canada. Trump argued his country’s northern neighbour had failed to stem irregular migration and drug trafficking at its border with the…

How will Trump’s second term reshape US role in the world?

How will Trump’s second term reshape US role in the world?

Inside Story How will Trump’s second term reshape US role in the world? US president’s latest actions may have caused irreparable damage. Read more Consistency builds trust. For decades, the United States has been a global superpower. But in a little more than three weeks, President Donald Trump has bewildered friends and bamboozled foes. So…

Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as US director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as US director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman, has been confirmed as the director of national intelligence in the United States, a cabinet-level role in the administration of President Donald Trump. Wednesday’s confirmation in the Senate was considered one of the most controversial of Trump’s second term. Recommended Stories list of 4 items list 1 of 4…

US defence chief signals major shift in Ukraine support in first NATO meet

US defence chief signals major shift in Ukraine support in first NATO meet

The US secretary of defense has signalled a major shift in Washington’s approach to the war in Ukraine during his first meeting with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies. Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth was speaking on Wednesday at the alliance’s headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, where he outlined a hardline pivot in US policy following four…