What happenedPresident Donald Trump Monday said the U.S. would resume sending weapons to Ukraine because "they have to be able to defend themselves" against Russia's attacks. The administration last week paused critical weapons deliveries to Kyiv,

The Kremlin continues to use the aggressive rhetoric of Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, to undermine Western military aid to Ukraine. At the same time, his statements are likely part of a planned information effort by the Kremlin and coordinated "from above."

The UN faces growing criticism for its limited role in major conflicts, as Gaza, Iran and Ukraine expose the body's structural weaknesses and crisis of legitimacy

Both leaders stress their countries' responsibility as permanent members of UN Security Council to maintain peace, security and nuclear non-proliferation, says Kremlin - Anadolu Ajansı

The setback to peace plans also resulted in President Putin smelling an opportunity to maximise Russia's territorial gains, and Russia has continued its war efforts vigorously thereafter

The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, signed an agreement with CoE secretary general, Alain Berset, on June 25, setting up the special tribunal. Subject to it securing the necessary political backing and budget the tribunal will be established within the framework of the CoE ( which is not part of the European Union.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, front right, meets with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu, left, at the headquarters of the ruling Workers' Party at Pyongyang, North Korea. Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service via AP

North Korea may deploy additional troops to Russia as early as July to support Moscow’s war effort in Ukraine, Reuters reported on Thursday, citing South Korean lawmakers who had been briefed by the country’s National Intelligence Service (NIS).