Recent geopolitical developments include Russia's peculiar gifts to fallen soldiers' mothers, CIA layoffs, a pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine, and Europe's push for increased defense spending. Read more...

Reports of Putin gifting meat grinders spark outrage, Ukrainian troops use beehives as weapons, and Meloni dismisses Putin's jab at Macron. Plus, an Azerbaijani MP defends state actions. Read more...

The US and Russia are engaging in negotiations regarding the Ukraine conflict, while Ukraine's negotiation leverage decreases. Meanwhile, controversy swirls around Putin and troop casualties. Read more...

The suspension of US support for Ukraine has sparked international concern and alternative aid efforts, while the US explores AI-driven social media monitoring. Read more...