#Ukraine War

South Africa enters diplomatic talks with Russia to repatriate 17 citizens allegedly tricked into combat by Jacob Zuma's daughter through false recruitment promises.

European Council faces pivotal decision on unlocking frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's defense. The contentious proposal tests EU unity and resolve in supporting Kyiv's war effort.

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban travels to Moscow for talks with Putin on energy security and Ukraine peace initiatives, drawing criticism from EU partners.