Two key advisers to Donald Trump have presented him with a plan to end the war between Russia and Ukraine if he wins the presidential election. The plan involves informing Ukraine that it will only receive more US weapons if it agrees to enter into peace talks with Moscow. Retired Lt Gen Keith Kellogg, one of Trump's national security advisers, stated in an interview that the United States would also warn Moscow that a refusal to negotiate would lead to increased US support for Ukraine.

Nigel Farage is facing criticism for his alleged close ties to the Kremlin, with accusations that he is "cuddling up" to the Russian government. The former Ukip leader has come under fire for his comments on the war in Ukraine, which he defended, while also taking aim at Boris Johnson. Farage claimed that there has been an "invasion of people arriving on small boats," further stoking controversy. Additionally, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has accused Reform of poisoning the election debate. Farage's controversial statements and actions have sparked backlash and raised concerns about his political affiliations and influence.

One year ago, Yevgeny Prigozhin, a prominent Russian mercenary leader, shocked the Kremlin by initiating a mutiny. The incident occurred on a calm summer weekend, sending ripples of surprise throughout Russia.