Ukraine

In the midst of escalating geopolitics and a military resurgence in Europe, WisdomTree Investments has introduced an ETF squarely targeting the continent’s rapidly rearming defense industry. Gliding a 45 basis point expense fee, WisdomTree Europe Defense Fund (NYSE:WDEF) seeks to replicate...

A report from Hunterbrook Media published on Tuesday presents a detailed investigation that reveals Western-manufactured microelectronic components are being integrated into Russian military aircraft and weapons used in precision attacks on civilian targets in Ukraine.  What To Know: The...

President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, one day after expressing disappointment over an unproductive call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Politico reports that the two leaders reportedly discussed bolstering Ukraine’s air...

Anduril Industries CEO Palmer Luckey disclosed Wednesday that his company’s autonomous weapons systems have destroyed “hundreds of millions” worth of Russian military assets in Ukraine, while advocating for increased U.S. military support as the fastest path to peace. What...

A feud between Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk and President Donald Trump escalated Thursday with comments made in interviews and across social media. The fight sent shares of Tesla lower Thursday and the stock could go lower with the potential for Trump to harm the electric vehicle sector...

Russian authorities have been accused of concocting a story about an attack on President Vladimir Putin‘s helicopter during his visit to the Kursk region. What Happened: According to a report, Russian officials had reported an assault on Putin’s helicopter by Ukrainian...

President Donald Trump criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin after a major aerial assault in Russia's war on Ukraine. Speaking to reporters and posting on Truth Social, Trump condemned the attack and implied that Putin was no longer acting sensibly. What Happened: After Russian forces...

In the first 100 days of 2025, as Donald Trump began his second presidential term, the stock market experienced one of its worst starts in decades, wiping out billions in investor wealth. Among those who were hurt and are now looking to play defense with investments are large pension funds. What...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has announced that Ukraine is prepared for negotiations with Russia, on the condition that Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees to an unconditional ceasefire for a period of 30 days. What Happened: On Sunday, Zelenskiy confirmed that Ukraine is ready to...

The U.S. and Ukraine have officially signed an agreement granting the U.S. access to Ukraine's mineral resources. Two parties inked the deal two months after a heated meeting at the White House between two presidents, Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, abruptly ended the negotiations. "Thanks to...

The United States and Ukraine have entered into an agreement to jointly invest in Ukraine’s mineral resources, oil, and gas sectors. This move reportedly fulfills a key request from the White House and provides crucial support to Ukraine. What Happened: The newly established “United...

President Donald Trump has now been back in the White House for 100 days, with Tuesday marking the 100th day of his second term, following his inauguration on January 20, 2025. Here's a look at where Trump stands with his election promises, voter polls, signing of laws and executive orders and the...

Global defense budgets reached unprecedented levels in 2024, driven by mounting conflicts and geopolitical strains. A new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) showcases a sensational increase in military spending across the globe. What Happened: According to...

In a recent poll, a significant number of voters said that President Donald Trump‘s second term has been “chaotic” and “scary.” The poll also indicates a considerable disapproval rate for Trump’s handling of major issues. What Happened: The New York Times/Siena...

Tariff policies and plans by the Trump administration are not being well received by many consumers in the U.S. and people around the world. A British billionaire is the latest to speak out on the negative impact the tariffs could have on global economics. What Happened: Billionaire Richard Branson...