Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: June 26, 2025
Trump says he will speak to Putin soon about ending Ukraine war
Trump stated that he plans to speak with Russian President Putin soon to discuss ending the Ukraine war and mentioned that he would consider sending Patriot missiles to Ukraine .
Insight
By initiating talks with Putin, Trump shifts toward a mediating posture, potentially altering U.S.-Russia dynamics, and using both diplomacy and military support as leverage in the Ukraine crisis.
Trump signals willingness to send Ukraine more Patriot missiles after meeting Zelenskiy
After meeting with Zelenskiy at NATO, Trump indicated readiness to supply more Patriot air-defense systems to Ukraine, even as acquisition challenges remain .
Insight
This marks a significant policy shift, blending military support with diplomacy and signaling deeper U.S. engagement in Ukraine’s defense infrastructure.
Putin will not go to BRICS summit in Brazil due to ICC arrest warrant, Kremlin aide says
Kremlin advisor Yuri Ushakov stated President Putin will skip the BRICS summit in Brazil due to his ICC arrest warrant. He will engage virtually instead .
Insight
Putin’s decision highlights legal constraints imposed by the ICC on global diplomacy and underscores the increasing impact of international justice mechanisms on geopolitical interactions.
