As Israel's political leadership weighs its options in Gaza City, they would be wise to remember the brutal urban battles of Fallujah during the Iraq War, writes @stavridisj (via @opinion) https://t.co/shejUYujIn ...

Israel’s government has ordered a military takeover of Gaza City in what's been described as a final push to topple Hamas after almost two years of war. Here's what to know https://t.co/h7QPujkAF0 ...

US President Trump is pushing to bring Russia’s war against Ukraine to an end. @justinsink joins @davidgura on the Big Take episode to break it down https://t.co/e1vy03yNRW https://t.co/6dehFDxAuv ...

Geopolitical Strategy - The report suggests the US is planning for a potential conflict with China, focusing on a Pacific island location [1] - Geography remains a critical factor in modern warfare, despite changes in war tactics [1]

After talks with President Trump, Presidents Putin and Zelenskiy could be headed toward a face-to-face meeting. On today's Big Take podcast: What Russia and Ukraine are (and aren’t) willing to do to end the war.🎙️ Listen now: https://t.co/CDKZEjxWqv https://t.co/jpMSfEXM7r ...

Geopolitics & Diplomacy - Presidents Putin and Zelenskiy may have a face-to-face meeting after talks with President Trump [1] - The report discusses what Russia and Ukraine are willing and unwilling to do to end the war [1]

US-Russia Relations & International Diplomacy - The report suggests skepticism regarding Vladimir Putin's willingness to meet with Vladimir Zelensky, despite claims and efforts by Donald Trump [2][4] - The analysis indicates that Putin's goals extend beyond a simple deal, focusing on reshaping the post-Cold War order and exerting influence over Eastern Europe [6] - The report highlights concerns about trusting Donald Trump's security guarantees for Ukraine, given past betrayals and lack of specifics [7][8] - The discussion points out that Putin has shifted the conversation to technicalities, potentially prolonging the conflict in Ukraine [9] - The report suggests that a unified front from European leaders might influence Trump's approach [10][11] Donald Trump's Peacemaking Claims - The analysis challenges Donald Trump's claims of ending six wars, stating that many were ceasefires negotiated by others or unresolved conflicts [14][15] - The report argues that situations in Ukraine and Gaza have worsened under Donald Trump's presidency [16][17] - The report indicates that India denies Donald Trump's role in resolving the crisis with Pakistan, potentially damaging US-India relations [19][20] Potential Strategies & Outcomes - The report suggests that a ceasefire in Ukraine would be an important starting point, but doubts Putin's willingness and criticizes the approach of appeasement [17][18] - The analysis implies that Donald Trump's continued misjudgment by Putin might lead to a change in Trump's perspective [12]

Geopolitical Security - Ukraine's security relies on the United States and other international leaders' support [1] - The speaker expresses happiness with President Trump regarding security guarantees [1] - The speaker indicates many countries support Ukraine and its people's desire to end the war [1] Diplomatic Relations - A "very good conversation" occurred with President Trump, discussing "very sensitive points" [1]

💥BREAKING:🇺🇸 President Trump aims to end the Ukraine-Russia war within a month to save as many lives as possible. https://t.co/nhFw1Ck3wm ...

“If a summit only papers over differences it can lead to war rather than peace,” argues Margaret MacMillan. In a guest essay, the historian explores the delicate balancing act of wartime summits https://t.co/QwXCZSfY3y ...