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Putin Suggests Schroeder as Ukraine Mediator

Putin Suggests Schroeder as Ukraine Mediator

May 12, 2026 · Emily Ross

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday proposed former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder as a mediator in the Ukraine war. Schroeder is a longtime ally

Ukraine Gains Upper Hand in Russia Conflict

Ukraine Gains Upper Hand in Russia Conflict

May 12, 2026 · James Parker

Ukraine is making significant strides in the ongoing war with Russia, gaining momentum as Moscow's efforts appear to be waning. Russia's scaled-back Victory Day

Europe's Left and China: Beyond Campism

Europe's Left and China: Beyond Campism

May 11, 2026 · David Chen

European politicians are rethinking their approach to China, driven by the continent's left-wing parties seeking a more socially aware policy. The European left

China's Electric Vehicle Edge at Risk

China's Electric Vehicle Edge at Risk

May 11, 2026 · David Chen

China is banking on its new energy vehicle (NEV) industry to lead in a major tech manufacturing sector. The country's electric vehicle giant, BYD, has been at t