Hyundai not in a position to buy back Russian car factory South Korean automaker Hyundai is not in a position to repurchase its former manufacturing plant in Russia due to the continuing war in Ukraine, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as a buyback option appears set to expire next month. Business • 29 Dec 25
Hyundai not in a position to buy back Russian car factory South Korean automaker Hyundai is not in a position to repurchase its former manufacturing plant in Russia due to the continuing war in Ukraine, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as a buyback option appears set to expire next month. Business • 29 Dec 25
Oil prices jump 2% as investors eye Ukraine talks Oil prices rose by more than $1 today as investors weighed talks between the US and Ukrainian presidents on a possible deal to end the war in Ukraine against potential oil supply disruption in the Middle East. Business • 29 Dec 25
Oil prices jump 2% as investors eye Ukraine talks Oil prices rose by more than $1 today as investors weighed talks between the US and Ukrainian presidents on a possible deal to end the war in Ukraine against potential oil supply disruption in the Middle East. Business • 29 Dec 25
Putin tells Trump Russia will review stance after attack President Vladimir Putin has told US President Donald Trump that Russia would review its position in peace negotiations after what Russia said was a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian presidential residence, the Kremlin said. World • 30 Dec 25
Putin tells Trump Russia will review stance after attack President Vladimir Putin has told US President Donald Trump that Russia would review its position in peace negotiations after what Russia said was a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian presidential residence, the Kremlin said. World • 30 Dec 25
The 20-point proposal Zelensky will discuss with Trump A draft 20-point framework peace proposal is expected to be at the centre of talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump in Florida. Ukraine • 28 Dec 25
The 20-point proposal Zelensky will discuss with Trump A draft 20-point framework peace proposal is expected to be at the centre of talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump in Florida. Ukraine • 28 Dec 25
'One or two thorny issues' remain in Ukraine talks US President Donald Trump said "a lot of progress" was made during talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida today. However, "one or two thorny issues" remain. Ukraine • 28 Dec 25
'One or two thorny issues' remain in Ukraine talks US President Donald Trump said "a lot of progress" was made during talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida today. However, "one or two thorny issues" remain. Ukraine • 28 Dec 25
Kim stresses shared bloodshed in message to Putin North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has highlighted how his nation and Russia had shared "blood, life and death" in the Ukraine war, as he sent President Vladimir Putin new year's greetings. World • 27 Dec 25
Kim stresses shared bloodshed in message to Putin North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has highlighted how his nation and Russia had shared "blood, life and death" in the Ukraine war, as he sent President Vladimir Putin new year's greetings. World • 27 Dec 25
Zelensky consults with allies ahead of Trump meeting Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky consulted with allies on his way to a meeting with US President Donald Trump, hours after Russia attacked Kyiv with drones and missiles. Ukraine • 27 Dec 25
Zelensky consults with allies ahead of Trump meeting Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky consulted with allies on his way to a meeting with US President Donald Trump, hours after Russia attacked Kyiv with drones and missiles. Ukraine • 27 Dec 25
Zelensky, Trump to discuss efforts to end Ukraine war US President Donald Trump has said Volodymyr Zelensky "doesn't have anything until I approve it" when asked about an upcoming meeting on peace talks with the Ukrainian president this Sunday. Ukraine • 26 Dec 25
Zelensky, Trump to discuss efforts to end Ukraine war US President Donald Trump has said Volodymyr Zelensky "doesn't have anything until I approve it" when asked about an upcoming meeting on peace talks with the Ukrainian president this Sunday. Ukraine • 26 Dec 25
Zelensky has 'very good' talks with US on deal to end war Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he had "very good" talks with US President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, focused on ending the "brutal Russian war". Ukraine • 25 Dec 25
Zelensky has 'very good' talks with US on deal to end war Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he had "very good" talks with US President Donald Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, focused on ending the "brutal Russian war". Ukraine • 25 Dec 25
Russia plans nuclear power plant on moon within decade Russia plans to put a nuclear power plant on the moon in the next decade to supply its lunar space programme and a joint Russian-Chinese research station, as major powers rush to explore the earth's only natural satellite. World • 24 Dec 25
Russia plans nuclear power plant on moon within decade Russia plans to put a nuclear power plant on the moon in the next decade to supply its lunar space programme and a joint Russian-Chinese research station, as major powers rush to explore the earth's only natural satellite. World • 24 Dec 25
New 20-point US-Ukraine plan to end Russian invasion Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed details of the latest US-led plan to end the war in Ukraine, saying it had been agreed between negotiators from Kyiv and Washington and sent to Russia for feedback. Ukraine • 24 Dec 25
New 20-point US-Ukraine plan to end Russian invasion Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed details of the latest US-led plan to end the war in Ukraine, saying it had been agreed between negotiators from Kyiv and Washington and sent to Russia for feedback. Ukraine • 24 Dec 25
Moscow mulls position as Zelensky reveals new peace plan Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed about contacts with President Donald Trump's envoys on US proposals for a possible Ukrainian peace deal and Moscow will now formulate its position, the Kremlin said. Ukraine • 24 Dec 25
Moscow mulls position as Zelensky reveals new peace plan Russian President Vladimir Putin has been briefed about contacts with President Donald Trump's envoys on US proposals for a possible Ukrainian peace deal and Moscow will now formulate its position, the Kremlin said. Ukraine • 24 Dec 25
Two police officers killed in Moscow explosion Two police officers were killed in an overnight explosion in Moscow when they tried to stop a suspicious person, Russia's Investigative Committee has said in a statement. World • 24 Dec 25
Two police officers killed in Moscow explosion Two police officers were killed in an overnight explosion in Moscow when they tried to stop a suspicious person, Russia's Investigative Committee has said in a statement. World • 24 Dec 25
Oil prices steady despite geopolitical risks Oil prices slipped today as traders weighed geopolitical risks against bearish fundamentals, after the US signaled it might sell the Venezuelan crude it has seized while Ukraine's attacks on Russian vessels and piers heightened fears of supply disruption. Business • 23 Dec 25
Oil prices steady despite geopolitical risks Oil prices slipped today as traders weighed geopolitical risks against bearish fundamentals, after the US signaled it might sell the Venezuelan crude it has seized while Ukraine's attacks on Russian vessels and piers heightened fears of supply disruption. Business • 23 Dec 25
Child among 3 dead in 'massive' Russian strike on Ukraine At least three people, including a four-year-old child, have been killed following a "massive" Russian strike across Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Ukraine • 23 Dec 25
Child among 3 dead in 'massive' Russian strike on Ukraine At least three people, including a four-year-old child, have been killed following a "massive" Russian strike across Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Ukraine • 23 Dec 25
Zelensky says only US can persuade Russia to end war Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that only the US is capable of persuading Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as diplomats converged on Miami for fresh talks between Kyiv and Moscow. World • 20 Dec 25
Zelensky says only US can persuade Russia to end war Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that only the US is capable of persuading Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as diplomats converged on Miami for fresh talks between Kyiv and Moscow. World • 20 Dec 25
How does the EU want to use Russia's frozen assets? The European Union is searching for a way to finance Ukraine's defence and budget needs in 2026 and 2027 with Russian central bank assets immobilised in the West after Moscow's invasion. World • 18 Dec 25
How does the EU want to use Russia's frozen assets? The European Union is searching for a way to finance Ukraine's defence and budget needs in 2026 and 2027 with Russian central bank assets immobilised in the West after Moscow's invasion. World • 18 Dec 25
EU mulls Ukraine loan as Zelensky warns of drone shortage Ukraine will have to significantly cut drone production next year and would not be able to conduct long range strikes on Russian energy facilities, if it does not secure the first loan from Russian assets, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said. Ukraine • 18 Dec 25
EU mulls Ukraine loan as Zelensky warns of drone shortage Ukraine will have to significantly cut drone production next year and would not be able to conduct long range strikes on Russian energy facilities, if it does not secure the first loan from Russian assets, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said. Ukraine • 18 Dec 25
Putin: EU leaders young pigs wanting to bring Russia down Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Russia would take more land in Ukraine by force if Ukrainian and European politicians, whom he cast as "young pigs", did not engage over US proposals for a peace settlement. Ukraine • 17 Dec 25
Putin: EU leaders young pigs wanting to bring Russia down Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Russia would take more land in Ukraine by force if Ukrainian and European politicians, whom he cast as "young pigs", did not engage over US proposals for a peace settlement. Ukraine • 17 Dec 25
EU sanctions needed while Russia occupies Ukraine - Byrne EU sanctions should stay in place so long as Russia occupies Ukrainian territory, Minister for European Affairs Thomas Byrne has said. World • 16 Dec 25
EU sanctions needed while Russia occupies Ukraine - Byrne EU sanctions should stay in place so long as Russia occupies Ukrainian territory, Minister for European Affairs Thomas Byrne has said. World • 16 Dec 25
Oil slips below $60 on Russia-Ukraine peace deal talks Oil prices fell today to below $60 a barrel - the lowest since May this year - as prospects for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal appeared to strengthen, raising expectations of a potential easing of sanctions. Business • 16 Dec 25
Oil slips below $60 on Russia-Ukraine peace deal talks Oil prices fell today to below $60 a barrel - the lowest since May this year - as prospects for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal appeared to strengthen, raising expectations of a potential easing of sanctions. Business • 16 Dec 25
Oil steady as Venezuela disruptions offset surplus worry Oil prices held steady today as investors balanced supply disruptions linked to escalating US-Venezuelan tensions with oversupply concerns and the impact of a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Business • 15 Dec 25
Oil steady as Venezuela disruptions offset surplus worry Oil prices held steady today as investors balanced supply disruptions linked to escalating US-Venezuelan tensions with oversupply concerns and the impact of a potential Russia-Ukraine peace deal. Business • 15 Dec 25
Zelensky says talks with US 'not easy' but 'productive' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the two-day talks in Berlin with US envoys on ending the war with Russia were "not easy" but "productive". Ukraine • 15 Dec 25
Zelensky says talks with US 'not easy' but 'productive' Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the two-day talks in Berlin with US envoys on ending the war with Russia were "not easy" but "productive". Ukraine • 15 Dec 25
Ukraine drops NATO goal as peace talks in Berlin extended Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered to drop Ukraine's aspirations to join the NATO military alliance as he held hours of talks with US envoys in Berlin to end the war with Russia, with negotiations set to continue tomorrow. Ukraine • 15 Dec 25
Ukraine drops NATO goal as peace talks in Berlin extended Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered to drop Ukraine's aspirations to join the NATO military alliance as he held hours of talks with US envoys in Berlin to end the war with Russia, with negotiations set to continue tomorrow. Ukraine • 15 Dec 25
US envoy to meet Zelensky, European leaders in Germany US President Donald Trump's special envoy will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other European leaders in Berlin this weekend, the White House said, as the US presses for a plan to end Russia's war with Ukraine. Ukraine • 13 Dec 25
US envoy to meet Zelensky, European leaders in Germany US President Donald Trump's special envoy will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other European leaders in Berlin this weekend, the White House said, as the US presses for a plan to end Russia's war with Ukraine. Ukraine • 13 Dec 25
