Iran Update, August 18, 2025
     Ben Schmida, Avery Borens, Carolyn Moorman, Adham Fattah, Nidal Morrison, Katherine Wells, Ben…
Trump hosts Zelenskyy, European leaders on Russia war: Live updates
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy and top European leaders are in Washington for make-or-break meetings with President Trump and his…
Germany likely too stretched to provide troops for Ukraine, foreign minister says – POLITICO
“We are now hearing signals from Washington that they are prepared to do so [provide security guarantees], and…
Protesters in Israel conduct nationwide strike to demand ceasefire and release of hostages from Gaza
Protesters in Israel participated in a nationwide strike on Sunday to demand a deal that would result in…
Zelenskyy to wear military-style ‘suit’ to Trump summit, designer says – POLITICO
“At the same time, it is important to emphasize that it is Volodymyr Zelenskyy who personally decides what…
Russia bombards Ukraine ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy summit – POLITICO
At least three people were killed in Russian strikes in Donetsk, the region’s governor said. Large parts of…
Israel revokes visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority
Israel’s Foreign Minister has revoked the visas of Australian representatives to the Palestinian Authority, in response to the…
Trump pressures Zelenskyy ahead of high-stakes meeting – POLITICO
Zelenskyy put out his own message shortly thereafter, reiterating that “we all share a strong desire to end…
Putin agreed to let U.S., Europe offer NATO-style protections for Ukraine, Trump envoy says
Washington — Russia’s Vladimir Putin agreed at his summit with President Trump to allow the U.S. and its…
Ukraine won’t give up territory Russia hasn’t captured, Zelenskyy says – POLITICO
According to Zelenskyy, Russia has failed to conquer the Donetsk region of Eastern Ukraine, which Moscow has pushed…
Europe is sending heavy hitters to US with Zelenskyy to bolster Kyiv – POLITICO
The White House didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. French President Emmanuel Macron and U.K. Prime…
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 16, 2025
     Grace Mappes, Daria Novikov, Olivia Gibson, Jennie Olmsted, Anna Harvey, and Frederick W.…