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Will Putin, Trump Join Forces? Kremlin Breaks Silence on Putin-Trump Meet | Ukraine War to End Soon?

As speculation grows over a potential meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, the Kremlin has addressed the rumors, stating that no preparations have been made yet. Trump has reiterated his desire to end the Ukraine conflict and expressed openness to meeting Putin, claiming the Russian leader is also willing to engage in talks. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that there has been no contact with Trump’s team regarding the matter. While both leaders have signaled readiness for discussions, the timeline and agenda remain uncertain, leaving the prospect of resolving the Ukraine war in limbo. #PutinTrumpMeeting #KremlinSilence #TrumpPutinTalks #EndTheWar #UkraineConflictResolution #PutinTrumpRelations #USRussiaDiplomacy #UkraineWarEnd #PutinTrump2024 #TrumpForeignPolicy #RussiaUkraineCrisis #PutinTrumpMeetingSoon #UkrainePeaceTalks #DiplomacyOverWar #TrumpPutinDiplomacy Also Read Trump Appoints Indian-American Entrepreneur Sriram Krishnan As Policy Advisor On Artificial Intelligence :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-appoints-indian-american-entrepreneur-sriram-krishnan-as-policy-advisor-on-artificial-intellig-4023839.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Shuts Down Rumours Of Elon Musk Becoming US President: 'That Is Not Happening' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-shuts-down-rumours-of-elon-musk-becoming-us-president-that-is-not-happening-4023695.html?ref=DMDesc Can Trump End US Birthright Citizenship? Legal Battles And Constitutional Debates Explained :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/can-trump-end-us-birthright-citizenship-legal-battles-and-constitutional-debates-explained-4020909.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.152~ED.194~

Ukrainian Conscription Crisis: CCTV of Taxi Drivers ‘Colluding’ to Send Passengers to the Frontlines

Shocking new footage reveals a disturbing tactic in Ukraine's desperate conscription efforts. Ukrainian authorities are allegedly collaborating with taxi drivers to recruit unsuspecting passengers for the frontline in an effort to bolster military ranks amid the ongoing conflict. This disturbing practice has sparked outrage and raised serious ethical questions about the lengths to which the government is willing to go. Watch the full video as we dive deep into this alarming trend that shows how far Ukraine is pushing its citizens in the fight against Russia. #Ukraine #ConscriptionCrisis #Zelensky #MilitaryMobilization #WarRecruitment #TaxiCollusion #UkrainianArmy #FrontlineCrisis #UkraineWar #DesperateMeasures #MilitaryDraft Also Read The World Holds Its Breath: What Will Be The Consequences Of Russia's ICBM Attack? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/the-world-holds-its-breath-what-will-be-the-consequences-of-russias-icbm-attack-3994339.html?ref=DMDesc 1,000th Day Of The Russia-Ukraine War: Putin's New Nuclear Doctrine - A Bold Shift? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/1000th-day-of-the-russia-ukraine-war-putins-new-nuclear-doctrine-a-bold-shift-3991615.html?ref=DMDesc War Without End: 1,000 Days Of Russia-Ukraine Conflict In Shocking Stats :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/war-without-end-1-000-days-of-russia-ukraine-conflict-in-shocking-stats-3991399.html?ref=DMDesc

Putin’s Revenge Blitz: 100+ Drones Hit Ukrainian Cities a Day After Deadly 9/11 Style Kazan Attack

Russian President Vladimir Putin escalated the war with a revenge-driven drone assault on Ukraine, launching more than 100 drones on December 22, a day after Ukraine struck high-rise buildings in Kazan, Russia. The attack targeted multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Kherson, Mykolayiv, and Zaporizhzhya, causing significant damage to businesses and apartment buildings. Ukrainian air defenses managed to intercept 52 of the 103 drones, preventing casualties, though the strikes intensified fears of further infrastructure destruction. This deadly retaliation comes after a devastating attack in Kazan, Russia, on December 21, where Ukrainian forces targeted the capital of Tatarstan, marking a notable escalation in the conflict. #PutinsRevengeBlitz #UkraineDroneAttack #RussiaVsUkraine #KazanAttack #PutinRetaliation #KazanStrike #UkrainianCitiesUnderAttack #RussiaEscalatesWar #UkrainianAirDefenses #WinterWar #PutinSendsMessage #UkraineResilience #RussianDroneAssault #UkraineUnderFire #WarTensions ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.121~

Putin Slams West and Ukraine for Ignoring Donbass Crisis; Accuses Ukraine of Betrayal | Details

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sharply criticized both Ukraine and its Western allies for their failure to address the ongoing crisis in Donbass, accusing Ukraine of betraying peace efforts. In a recent interview, Putin stated that Russia should have launched military action against Kiev much earlier, warning that any inaction would have been a "crime" against Russia's national interests. He pointed to the failure of the Minsk agreements, which were intended to provide special status to the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, but were never fully implemented by Ukraine. #PutinSlamsWest #UkraineBetrayal #DonbassCrisis #RussiaUkraineConflict #MinskAgreementsFailure #PutinAccusations #WesternIntervention #NATOExpansion #RussiaMilitaryAction #DonetskLuhansk #PoroshenkoCriticism #UkrainePeaceFailure #RussiaDefendsDonbass #NATOThreatToRussia #UkraineCrisis ~PR.152~ED.103~HT.334~

‘They’ll Regret This’: Putin Roars After 9/11-Style Attack in Kazan Hits Civilians, Warns Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stern warning to Ukraine following a dramatic 9/11-style drone attack on Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan. The December 21 assault, involving eight drones, targeted residential buildings and an industrial facility, causing significant damage but no casualties. In response, Putin vowed harsh retaliation, promising that those responsible "will face many times greater destruction in their own country" and "will regret" their actions. He assured Tatarstan's leader, Rustam Minnikhanov, that all damages would be swiftly repaired. The Russian Defense Ministry reported that the attack was carried out in three waves using fixed-wing drones, with air defenses intercepting three and electronic warfare systems neutralizing another three. This unprecedented assault, deep within Russian territory and 1,379 kilometers from Ukraine, has escalated tensions further, drawing sharp condemnation from Moscow. #Putin #KazanAttack #KazanDroneAttack #UkraineConflict #DroneStrike #RussianRetaliation #Tatarstan #PutinWarning #Kiev #RussiaUkraineWar #IDF #TerroristAttack #RussianDefense #CiviliansUnderAttack #KazanStrike #PutinVows Also Read Drone Targets Israeli Prime Minister's House as Strikes in Gaza Result in Over 50 Casualties :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/drone-targets-israeli-prime-minister-house-gaza-strikes-011-3965047.html?ref=DMDesc Iran Downplays Drone 'Attack', States Israel Link Not Established :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/iran-downplays-drone-attack-states-israel-link-not-established-3804551.html?ref=DMDesc Significant Missile and Drone Attack Demolishes Major Ukrainian Power Plant :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/massive-attack-destroys-ukraine-power-plant-011-3797587.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~ED.102~HT.336~GR.125~

NSA Ajit Doval & China FM Wang Yi meet in China to discuss Restoring India-China Bilateral Ties

The high-level meeting between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing marks a significant step towards normalizing India-China relations. The discussions will focus on resolving border disputes, ensuring peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), and implementing the recent disengagement agreements. These talks aim to stabilize ties strained since the 2020 Galwan clash and pave the way for long-term bilateral cooperation. #IndiaChinaRelations #DovalWangTalks #BorderPeace #LAC #DisengagementAgreement #Diplomacy #IndiaChinaTies #GalwanClash #BilateralCooperation #StableRelations #Oneindia #Oneindianews Also Read Diasporas Of Greece-India: Promising Area Of Collaboration :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/diasporas-of-greece-india-promising-area-of-collaboration-4009333.html?ref=DMDesc Belarusian Foreign Minister Leads High-Level Delegation to Pakistan Amid PTI Protests :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/belarus-delegation-arrives-in-pakistan-amid-protests-011-3997429.html?ref=DMDesc Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu Visits India to Strengthen Bilateral Relations Amid Economic Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/maldivian-president-muizzu-india-state-visit-reset-ties-011-3953877.html?ref=DMDesc

Greek PM in Lebanon: 'Syria needs to be inclusive'

Kyriakos Mitsotakis became the first European leader to visit Lebanon following the ceasefire with Israel.

Storm Bora kills two and causes flash flooding on Greek islands

Two people died as Storm Bora swept across the Greek islands over the weekend, bringing heavy rain and flash flooding to several areas.

At least two people killed in Greece as Storm Bora sparks weather warnings

Greece's civil protection service says they have issued an emergency alert, warning of torrential rains and strong winds in the northeast, the centre, and the region around Athens.

Greece's second largest city gets new metro - and it took 38 years to build

The Thessaloniki metro was first conceived more than a century ago, and the first tunnel was dug in 1986.

Georgia's president slams her successor's appointment as 'a mockery of democracy'

Zourabichvili has vowed to stay on as president after her six-year term ends on Monday, describing parliament as illegitimate and having no authority to select her successor.

From Football to Politics: Former Manchester City Star Kavelashvili Elected President of Georgia

Mikhail Kavelashvili, a former Manchester City footballer, has been elected as the new president of Georgia, with over 200 MPs backing his candidacy. This marks a significant shift as Georgia's presidential elections have traditionally been held by popular vote. However, Kavelashvili’s appointment has sparked protests from the opposition, accusing the ruling party of undermining democracy. As Kavelashvili steps into office, the country faces growing tension between pro-EU opposition and the ruling Georgian Dream party, further fueling political unrest. Will Kavelashvili’s presidency bring stability or deepen the divide in Georgia? #MikhailKavelashvili #GeorgianPresident #FootballToPolitics #GeorgianDream #PoliticalUnrest #OppositionProtests #GeorgianPolitics #ManCity #EuropeanUnion #GeorgianParliament #DemocracyUnderThreat Also Read NATO Chief Mark Rutte Warns of Putin's Intent for Long-Term Confrontation with Europe :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/nato-chief-warns-putin-long-term-confrontation-europe-011-4014089.html?ref=DMDesc Giorgia Meloni Recognised As Europe's Most Influential Person By Politico :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/giorgia-meloniurope-most-influential-person-politico-011-4013051.html?ref=DMDesc EU Cracks Down On Deceptive Blue Tick System :: https://www.oneindia.com/feature/eu-cracks-down-on-deceptive-blue-tick-system-3877541.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~ED.103~ED.101~GR.124~

Ex-football player Kavelashvili becomes Georgia's president as ruling party consolidates power

It was a straightforward victory for Kavelashvili, given the Georgian Dream party’s control of a 300-seat electoral college that replaced direct presidential elections in 2017.

Iceland's incoming government says it will put EU membership to referendum by 2027

Iceland has traditionally been ambivalent about joining the bloc but issues like the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit and a range of domestic issues has meant the country is slowly warming to the idea of membership.

Centre-left party wins Iceland's election, but will need coalition to govern

Voters in Iceland joined a global trend of punishing incumbents in a parliamentary election, with a centre-left party winning the largest share of votes.

Iceland holds parliamentary election as support for main parties plunges

Voting to elect a new parliament began in Iceland on Saturday, which opinion polls suggest is likely to unseat the ruling coalition after seven years in power.

Iceland volcano erupts for seventh time in a year but experts say activity has peaked

The volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula Lying had been dormant for around 800 years before the geological systems suddenly sprang back into life in 2021.

Reykjanes peninsula sees another major eruption

A new volcanic eruption has occurred on Wednesday evening on the Reykjanes peninsula, just 50 km from the Icelandic capital.

Ukrainian Singer Banned for 10 Years Over Polish Language Insult: What Was the 'Vulgar' Joke?

Ukrainian musician Kirill Bledny, frontman of the band Poshlaya Molly, has been banned from entering the European Union for ten years after making controversial remarks about the Polish language. In a rant last year, Bledny insulted the Polish language, suggesting Poles should switch to Russian. Despite the backlash, he claimed his comments were intended as a joke and issued an apology. In this video, we explore the incident, the fallout, and whether his comments were truly just a joke or a sign of deeper tensions. How does this ban impact the music scene and relations between Ukraine and Poland? #KirillBledny #PoshlayaMolly #PolishLanguage #UkrainianSinger #EuropeanUnionBan #Controversy #MusicIndustry #FreeSpeech #PoliticalTensions #UkrainePoland Also Read 9/11 Like Attack Takes Place In Russia; All Flights At Kazan Airport Suspended :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/9-11-like-attack-takes-place-in-russia-all-flights-at-kazan-airport-suspended-011-4022565.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Launches Free Cancer Vaccine: Free Distribution To Begin In 2025 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-launches-free-cancer-vaccine-free-distribution-to-begin-in-2025-4019757.html?ref=DMDesc Uzbekistan National Arrested For Assassination Of Russian Chemical Weapons Chief Igor Kirillov :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/uzbekistan-national-arrested-for-assassination-of-russian-chemical-weapons-chief-igor-kirillov-4019123.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~PR.274~ED.346~GR.344~

Video When Honolulu Plane Crashes Into Building, Chilling Audio Of Pilot's Final Moment Surfaces

A chilling video has emerged showing the moment a Kamaka Air Cessna 208 Caravan plane crashed into a building near Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, Hawaii, killing two people. The crash occurred on Aolele Street at around 3:05 pm on Monday. Disturbing audio from the final moments of the flight reveals the pilot’s frantic last transmission: “We’re out of control here.” The plane had been on a training flight when it lost control, leading to a deadly impact with a state-owned building that was unoccupied and set for demolition. Emergency responders rushed to the site, but both individuals aboard the aircraft were confirmed dead. Kamaka Air has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their employees. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating the incident. #HonoluluCrash #KamakaAir #PlaneCrash #FinalMoments #PilotTransmission #Cessna208 #HawaiiTragedy #FAAInvestigation #EmergencyResponse #HonoluluNews #PlaneAccident #TrainingFlight #FatalCrash #HawaiiBreaking #CrashAudio Also Read Poland's Defence Ministry Alerts Prosecutors to Alleged Offenses in 2010 Plane Crash Investigation :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/poland-prosecutors-alleged-offenses-2010-plane-crash-011-3970599.html?ref=DMDesc Watch | Plane Crashes Into Townhomes Near US' Portland, 3 Dead :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/watch-plane-crashes-into-townhomes-near-us-portland-3-dead-3922351.html?ref=DMDesc 2010-Built Plane Crashed Near São Paulo, Purchased By Airline In 2022 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/2010-built-plane-crashed-near-s-o-paulo-purchased-by-airline-in-2022-3903639.html?ref=DMDesc

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in surprise visit to Lviv

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has received Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk in the Ukrainian city of Lviv on Tuesday. Tusk expressed his country’s unwavering support to Ukraine, as Warsaw gears up to take-over the presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Which Europeans have better skills in literacy, math and problem-solving?

Finnish adults score the highest in literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, while Portugal, Poland, Italy and Lithuania fall below the OECD average in all three competences.

Brussels green lights Poland's plan to temporarily suspend right to asylum

The new guidelines put forward by Brussels reflect the right-wing shift that is rapidly reshaping the bloc's migration and asylum policy.