03 March 2025

The hidden agenda: Who's really behind the Trump-Zelensky conflict?

News.Az presents an exclusive interview with Pavel Klachkov, the Director of the branch of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation. In this conversation, Klachkov offers a detailed analysis of the ongoing scandal involving U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, examining its impact on Ukraine's international standing and the broader geopolitical landscape.
In return for what could Türkiye allow Russia to build a second NPP?

Energy security and independence have become increasingly relevant topics for Türkiye amid the evolving geopolitical landscape and Ankara's ambitions to diversify its energy sources.
Failed talks in Washington: Is Ukraine's alliance with the U.S. crumbling?

Editor's note: Moses Becker is a special commentator on political issues for News.Az, a PhD in political science and an expert on interethnic and interreligious relations. The article expresses the personal opinion of the author and may not coincide with the view of News.Az.
Orban rejects Ukraine's EU accession, warning it would "destroy" Hungary

On February 28, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reiterated his opposition to Ukraine's accession to the European Union, warning that it would "destroy" Hungary, according to the country's public broadcaster Hirado.
China holds political meetings as US tariffs approach

This week, China begins its biggest political meetings of the year, as additional tariffs from the United States loom and Beijing’s leadership seeks to tackle what Chinese President Xi Jinping has described as "complex and multifaceted" economic challenges.
The real implications of a U.S. withdrawal from NATO

Editor's note: Einars Graudins is a military expert, retired senior officer of the Latvian Armed Force. The article expresses the personal opinion of the author and may not coincide with the view of News.Az.
China rejects Rubio's false accusations
Pope Francis experiences another breathing crisis

Pope Francis experienced two new episodes of acute respiratory distress on Tuesday (AEDT) and was placed back on noninvasive mechanical ventilation, according to the Vatican.
Kremlin says Trump "largely aligns" with their vision

A spokesman for the Russian government stated that President Donald Trump’s confrontational Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky marks a shift in United States foreign policy toward one that "largely aligns" with the Kremlin.
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