OPINIONS on Radio Moldova | US–Russia plan for Ukraine: From “gift for Putin” to possible negotiation start

Any change in the security situation in Ukraine would directly affect the Republic of Moldova, including border control and developments on the left bank of the Nistru. These issues were discussed by Chisinau security expert Artur Leșcu on Radio Moldova, in light of the US-Russia plan for peace in Ukraine.

Road traffic resumes at Šalčininkai and Medininkai on Lithuania-Belarus border

Lithuania has reopened two border crossing points with Belarus – Šalčininkai and Medininkai – permitting the resumption of road traffic between the two nations.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy supports 'just proposals' after talks on Trump peace plan

The administration of US President Donald Trump has reportedly proposed a comprehensive plan to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Trump administration holds confidential talks on Ukraine ceasefire with Moscow

US and Russian officials are reported to be secretly developing a comprehensive peace plan addressing four key areas: the conflict in Ukraine, security guarantees, European security, and the future of relations between Washington, Moscow, and Kyiv.

Kyiv receives key Patriot air defence maintenance package from Pentagon

The US Pentagon has approved a potential $105 million sale to Ukraine for the maintenance of its Patriot missile defence batteries, which are described as crucial for the country's protection against Russian missile attacks, the AFP news agency reports.

Poland scrambles jets after Russian aerial strikes near border

Ukrainian officials have reported that at least 32 people were injured, including two children, following a wave of Russian drone strikes on the city of Kharkiv last night.

UK immigration: New proposal suggests 20-year wait for migrant permanent settlement

In most European Union countries, asylum is typically granted for an indefinite period, effectively for life.

Voronezh officials fake reports on Ukraine conflict enlistment campaign

Sources have told the Verstka publication that schools in Russia's Voronezh region were instructed to conduct an information campaign among students' parents, encouraging them to enlist for service in the Ukraine conflict.

EU micro-tax proposed to tackle cardiovascular disease mortality

The European Commission is drawing up plans to introduce a new "micro-tax" on ultra-processed foods that contain high levels of fat, sugar, or salt, according to a draft document seen by dpa on Sunday.

Western sanctions and war costs strain Russia's national wealth fund

Russia is facing significant budget challenges, according to economic analysts, as the Kremlin grapples with a widening fiscal gap.

Zelensky agrees $2.3bn financial support and new gas route with Athens

Ukraine and Greece have agreed on a new gas supply route and reached agreements on financing future gas imports, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on November 16.

Mexico City violence: Sheinbaum administration faces anger over cartel crime wave

At least 120 people—including 100 police officers—were injured in clashes that erupted on the sidelines of anti-government protests in Mexico City, police reported, according to BBC.