Ukraine’s Patriot Pittance – Too Little, Too Late?

Ukraine May Be on the Cusp of a Turning Point in Its War Against Russia

Evaluations of Russian military superiority and advances have underestimated Ukrainian military resiliency, weapons production ingenuity, and growing military prowess. Well aware that the smaller underdog in an asymmetrical war needs only to “not lose” in order to win, Ukraine is now making it impossible for Moscow to claim any kind of victory.

Bitter Historical Feud Threatens Ukraine-Poland Alliance

The two neighbors wholeheartedly support allying with the West and cooperating closely on military affairs, and are fully in agreement today in opposing Russian expansionism. But history gets in the way. Tensions between Poland and Ukraine escalated sharply on Saturday over a rancorous dispute over the commemoration of World War II-era figures. Poland’s president, Karol []

NATO Member Claims Ukraine Won the War

The politicians are now trying to redefine what victory means because they cannot admit the obvious. CNBC reported that Finnish President Alexander Stubb declared that Ukraine has already “won the war” against Russia because it preserved its independence and sovereignty. He said, “I say Ukraine has won,” while arguing that Russia advanced only 60 kilometers []

Belgium unites to enjoy national team’s World Cup success over USA and Trump

Fans across Belgium watched 4-1 win in early hoursVictory ‘a real slap in the face for Trump and Infantino’Belgium fans reacted with jubilation after the national team trounced the USA in a World Cup game that was overshadowed by the controversy over Donald Trump’s lobbying to overturn the suspension of the striker Falorin Balogun.Belgium’s prime minister, Bart De Wever, has yet to comment on the national team’s triumph, but the official Instagram account of his cat offered a sardonic, albeit indirect sign of satisfaction. Maximus, De Wever’s beloved cat, was shown lying on a rug holding a soft toy in the image of the US president. “I slept really well last night. And you?” reads the speech bubble in Dutch. Continue reading...

Historical feud threatens to derail crucial relationship for Ukraine

Ukraine is now at odds with Poland, one of its closest and most important allies in its effort to defeat Russian aggression, over their fraught historical relationship. The dispute centers on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s decision last month to honor World War II Ukrainian national fighters who fought against the Soviet Union. The Poles consider []

Note of pride says Iran World Cup team leaves L.A. with 'dignity'

(Photo credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)A representative for Iran's national soccer team left a note in the locker room Sunday showing appreciation to Los Angeles, while mentioning peace and global unity, after a scoreless draw against Belgium in a World Cup Group G match.Iran played each of its first two matches at Inglewood, Calif., amid political tension after the United States and Israel launched a coor

Trump interference overshadows US World Cup loss

The United States tumbled out of the World Cup on July 6, defeated by Belgium in a match overshadowed by allegations of political interference by President Trump. Photographer Agustin Marcarian describes the mood in Seattle after the game, which was the city's last of the tournament. #usa #fifaworldcup #belgium #balogun #trump 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Trump’s contempt for Ukraine has given it an advantage over Putin

The US President's biases and laziness when it comes to Moscow and Kyiv have led to him fundamentally misunderstanding the conflict's changing nature

Is Ukraine Winning the War?

Conventional wisdom regarding the war in Ukraine tends to swing like a pendulum, generally in tandem with the fortunes of the war. That means today's optimism regarding Ukraine's improved strategic prospects, while in many ways justified, is missing some balance.

Does FIFA favour the powerful?

Is FIFA neutral or siding with the powerful? Former US footballer and academic Jules Boykoff argues FIFA's handling of Iran at the 2026 World Cup exposes the limits of its political neutrality. Click the link in the title for the full episode. Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

War diplomacy: the new shape of negotiations — next KI Insights monthly briefing

U.S.-mediated talks since last year have failed to deliver results. Both Russia and Ukraine have intensified their strike campaigns, notably against the capitals of both countries. However, this doesn't mark the end of diplomacy. Ukraine, in particular, is seeking to leverage its battlefield advantage into a

How Ukraine and Poland are clashing over World War 2 history | DW News

Ukraine and Poland are clashing over how to confront their shared World War II history, straining a partnership that has been crucial in the war against Russia. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Report finds rising anti-Ukrainian sentiment in Poland

Anti-Ukrainian sentiment has intensified in Poland, with Ukrainian migrants and refugees reporting growing hostility in public spaces, workplaces and schools since early 2025, acco...

IAN HERBERT: The US and vast Iranian diaspora may be at war with this team, but Iran are winning friends and respect at the World Cup - yes, they're cohering with their Islamic dictatorship but they're just footballers

IAN HERBERT: The US and vast Iranian diaspora may be at war with this team, but Iran are winning friends and respect at the World Cup - yes, they're cohering with their Islamic dictatorship but they're just footballers

Russia Says US Cannot Mediate Ukraine War While Backing Kyiv

Russia said the United States understands it cannot effectively mediate the Ukraine war while simultaneously supporting one side of the conflict, after reports suggested Kyiv believes it has gained stronger backing from U.S. President Donald Trump. The comments come as Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and seeks to increase pressure on Moscow [] The post Russia Says US Cannot Mediate Ukraine War While Backing Kyiv appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Patriotism Is in Peril. Here’s How to Fix That.

The World Cup has led to many displays of patriotism from European visitors to the United States. The Scottish “Tartan Army” marched into Florida behind a wall of bagpipes. Norwegians have carried their “Viking row” chant through stadium concourses, airport escalators, and Times Square. A strong country must produce those willing to sacrifice for its...

Ukraine dreams of becoming the 'arsenal of the free world' as allies are still unsure on how far they want cooperation to go

Many European countries seemed torn between the desire to contribute to Ukraine's war effort, the need to maintain a degree of strategic ambiguity regarding their defense industry cooperation and the fear of seeing a new competitor emerge.

Midrange drones are reshaping the battlefield for Ukraine

By repeatedly striking the highways that carry fuel, ammunition and reinforcements, Ukrainian commanders say they have stalled Russian advances and enabled Ukrainian counterattacks and strikes into illegally annexed Crimea to isolate the peninsula from the mainland. (AP video Srdjan Nedeljkovic and Dmytro Zhyhinas) #drone #ukraine #russiaukrainewar #news Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Russia says Kostiantynivka has fallen. Kyiv claims it still holds the city. Both are wrong.

In recent days, alongside reports of drone and missile strikes on cities, factories, and gas stations, the state of the front lines has suddenly become a major topic of discussion — apparently because Donald Trump has returned as a mediator in the negotiations. Vladimir Putin told him about the fighting in the ruins of Kostiantynivka, in Ukraine’s Donetsk region — a key city the Russian president claims his army now holds. Ukraine’s General Staff responded that Kostiantynivka remains under the control of Ukraine’s Armed Forces. To back up their claims, both sides released videos of their troops inside the city, some recorded by opposing troops on nearby streets. In reality, neither Moscow nor Kyiv is right: Russian forces haven’t captured Kostiantynivka outright, but Ukraine doesn’t control the city either, though its troops still hold positions there, including in the city center. And while the Kremlin jumped the gun with its announcement, the situation in Kostiantynivka and elsewhere in the Donbas continues to deteriorate slowly for Ukraine’s military.

Iran Leave Note of Thanks in LA Locker Room After Draw with Belgium | Dawn News English

Iran’s national football team left a thank-you note in the Los Angeles locker room after their draw with Belgium, earning attention for a gesture of respect and sportsmanship beyond the result. The moment highlighted the cultural and human side of international football during the global tournament. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #iranfootball #belgium #worldcup2026 #fifaworldcup #footballnews #sportsmanship #worldfootball #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Russia claims it captured the strategic key Ukrainian city of Kostiantynivka

Russian forces have claimed capture of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region after roughly a nine-month battle. The city sits within Ukraine's "fortress belt," a defensive network of cities forming Donbas's main defensive line. Ukrainian officials denied the city fell. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Solidariti Mexico-Iran curi tumpuan di Stadium SoFi

INGLEWOOD: Dalam suasana Piala Dunia yang lazimnya diserikan dengan semangat kesukuan dan persaingan sengit antara negara, satu kisah luar biasa tercetus di Stadium SoFi apabila sekumpulan peminat dari Mexico tanpa ragu-ragu memberi sokongan kepada Iran ketika menentang Belgium. Lebih menyentuh hati, ada dalam kalangan mereka sanggup memandu berjam-jam dari Tijuana ke Los Angeles serta bangun ... Read more The post Solidariti Mexico-Iran curi tumpuan di Stadium SoFi appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Ukraine is raising the cost of war for Russia as the war shifts in Kyiv’s favor

Ukraine is basically demonstrating to the Russians that the cost of this war is only increasing. Not just for Putin’s regime but for ordinary Russians, as the war gets closer to their home PHOTO- Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a wreath-laying ceremony A string of political victories and deep-strike successes by Ukraine has revived hopes that the war could []

Iran's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak

TEHRAN - In a cruel twist of fate, Iran narrowly missed out on a historic place in the World Cup knockout stage. Had just one of three results elsewhere gone in their favor, Team Melli would have reached the Round of 32 for the first time. Instead, every outcome worked against them.

Iran vs. Belgium: In L.A.'s 'Tehrangeles,' the World Cup weighs heavily on those who fled

Iran vs. Belgium: In L.A.'s 'Tehrangeles,' the World Cup weighs heavily on those who fled

Iran Faces Belgium with World Cup’s Most Politically Tense Match in Sight

Iran’s World Cup hopes could hinge on its clash with Belgium, but the match may carry significance far beyond Group G. If Team Melli reaches the Round of 32, it could face the United States—the host nation currently at war with Iran—setting up what would likely be one of the most politically charged knockout matches in World Cup history. The post Iran Faces Belgium with World Cup’s Most Politically Tense Match in Sight appeared first on Hungarian Conservative.

Ukraine’s Nazi problem is no longer possible to ignore

Ukraine’s row over the UPA is not an isolated mistake, but a sign of how nationalist memory politics became central to Kiev’s identity today Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian strikes in Ukraine kill at least 20 ahead of NATO summit

A wave of Russian missiles and drones has struck Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, killing at least 20 people ahead of the NATO summit in Turkey. The attack has renewed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's calls for more air defence systems and a spot in NATO. “As long as Patriot missiles remain in our allies' stockpiles, Russia is only encouraged to keep ‘vanquishing’ residential buildings," Mr Zelensky wrote on X. “The United States and Europe have enough strength to stop this terror.”

Anti-Ukrainian sentiment rises in Poland, with many reporting hostility in public spaces: Report

Anti-Ukrainian sentiment has increased in Poland, with many reporting hostility in public spaces, workplaces, and schools since early 2025: Continue reading: https://dailynewshungary.com/anti-ukrainian-sentiment-rises-in-poland/

Relentless Barrage Pounds Capital

The essential fact is not simply that Russia struck Kyiv again, but that the pattern has become operationally familiar: large salvos, civilian deaths, damaged apartment blocks, and deliberate pressure on Ukraine’s air-defense system all arrive together. The immediate casualty count may shift as rescuers work and reporting is corrected, but the strategic meaning does not []