Ukraine's intelligence service claims China has been supplying critical goods to Russian military companies. Beijing firmly rejects Kyiv's accusations.
By Fabian Peltsch
Both Ukraine and Russia are rapidly developing their drone capabilities. The Ukrainian army apparently still has an advantage in one crucial area – situation analysis, says Maryna Tsirkun from the drone NGO Aerorozvidka.
By Viktor Funk
Green Party politician Anton Hofreiter wants to return as Chair of the Bundestag’s European Affairs Committee. In this interview, he calls for tougher sanctions on Russian oil, more courage from Germany’s new Chancellor and major new EU spending programs for defense and infrastructure.
By Till Hoppe
The third official phone call between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin ruler Vladimir Putin lasted over two hours. Trump was very optimistic afterwards. However, Moscow's actions to date leave little room for optimism.
By Viktor Funk
The German Foreign Minister spoke to his Chinese counterpart on the phone on Monday. They discussed Ukraine, de-risking and protectionism.
By Emily Kossak
In Rome on Sunday, the focus was actually on Pope Leo XIV, but after the mass for his inauguration, there was an impromptu US-EU summit meeting. US Vice President Vance and EU Commission President von der Leyen were optimistic afterwards. Later, Vance also met with Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
By Almut Siefert
The NATO foreign ministers are meeting in Antalya on Thursday. The planned increase in defense spending is on the agenda. However, the possible talks between Ukraine and Russia are likely to take up a lot of space.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
Two Chinese fighters in Ukrainian captivity claim they were recruited through Russian campaigns on the Chinese internet. Beijing denies any involvement – but things are not that simple. Between patriotic enthusiasm, Russian propaganda and ironic distance, China's social media offers war enthusiasts a broad stage.
By Fabian Peltsch
The Europeans are threatening Vladimir Putin with new sanctions if the Russian president does not agree to a 30-day ceasefire. Donald Trump is once again stabbing the Europeans in the back and is now considering a trip to Istanbul for negotiations between Putin and Zelenskiy.
By Stephan Israel
Through symbolism and travel, Friedrich Merz has made support for Ukraine a top priority in the Chancellery. Vladimir Putin's offer of direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul is met with skepticism.
By Table.Briefings
