France’s Macron and Xi Jinping meet in Beijing to discuss Ukraine and trade

Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Russia is prepared to take control of Ukraine's eastern Donbas region by force if necessary, or else Ukraine's troops must withdraw. This statement coincides with ongoing negotiations between U.S. and Ukrainian officials aimed at resolving the conflict.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in India for discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking their first meeting since the onset of the Ukraine conflict. The talks aim to enhance economic ties, particularly in defense and energy sectors, amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.

French President Emmanuel Macron is facing criticism from right-wing factions for proposing that news outlets be labeled based on their adherence to journalistic ethics, a move they claim could lead to an Orwellian 'Ministry of Truth.' This backlash is particularly pronounced from media entities owned by billionaire Vincent Bolloré.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India for the first time since the onset of the Ukraine conflict, meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss energy and defense cooperation. This visit comes amid increasing U.S. pressure on India regarding its ties with Russia and follows the imposition of tariffs on Indian imports of Russian oil by the U.S.

French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the United States may betray Ukraine regarding territorial concessions in ongoing peace negotiations, as reported by Der Spiegel. This warning emerged from a leaked summary of a call involving several European leaders expressing skepticism about the US's approach to the peace talks.

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed concerns during a confidential call that the United States might 'betray' Ukraine in ongoing peace negotiations with Russia, as reported by Spiegel. This warning highlights the delicate balance of international relations amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Recent discussions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. negotiators have been characterized as constructive, focusing on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Analysts in Russia express mixed views, with some believing Ukraine obstructs peace efforts, while others suggest Putin's ambitions may hinder resolution.

French President Emmanuel Macron met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to enhance trade and diplomatic relations, focusing on cooperation in sectors such as aerospace, nuclear energy, and artificial intelligence. The discussions also included a call for China to support a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.