October 22, Wednesday, 2025

1. A planned summit between the United States and Russia in Hungary has apparently been put on hold. A White House official on Tuesday told NHK there are no plans to hold such a meeting “in the immediate future.”
2. European and Ukrainian leaders have expressed their opposition to changing borders by force, as US President Donald Trump calls for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine on present frontlines.
3. Japan’s new prime minister addressed the nation for the first time Tuesday night. Takaichi Sanae highlighted her priorities including the economy and working with the opposition. Takaichi said that she will create a strong Japanese economy and protect national interests through diplomacy and national security policies.