Trump says meeting with Putin being planned as fight over Arctic set to begin
4 days, 15 hours ago

Trump says meeting with Putin being planned as fight over Arctic set to begin

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Trump told the press at Mar-a-Lago that Putin “wants to meet and we are setting it up.” “He has said that even publicly and we have to get that war over with. After Trump’s victory in November, Zelensky said he thought the war would “end sooner” than it would have otherwise and that he had had a “constructive exchange” over the phone with him, without sharing if the president-elect had put forward any requirements on talks with Russia. “President Putin has repeatedly stated his openness to contacts with international leaders, including the U.S. President and Donald Trump,” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, according to the agency. Andreas Østhagen, a researcher at the Oslo Fridtjof Nansen Institute, told Politico that Trump’s statements about taking over Greenland could provoke other countries, such as Russia and China, to view “the use of military force against another country to pursue their national interests as a legitimate means of operations in international affairs.” “Greenland is quite far away from Russia.

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Putin not ‘too thrilled’ about how Ukraine war is going: Donald Trump to ‘very quickly’ meet Russian President
1 day, 8 hours ago

Putin not ‘too thrilled’ about how Ukraine war is going: Donald Trump to ‘very quickly’ meet Russian President

Live Mint  

US President-elect Donald Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin isn't very thrilled about the way the war with Ukraine has gone because “it hasn't gone exactly well for him”. Trump said on Monday that he will meet Putin “very quickly” after he takes office next week. When asked about his strategy to end the war, Trump told Newsmax: “Well, there's …

Ending Russia-Ukraine war will take time and effort, Mike Waltz says
3 days, 10 hours ago

Ending Russia-Ukraine war will take time and effort, Mike Waltz says

Politico  

Host Jonathan Karl asked Waltz if the meeting would just be Trump and Putin, or whether it might also include President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. Trump said repeatedly during the campaign that he would be able to end the Russia-Ukraine war on his first day in office, or even earlier that that. Now let’s move forward.” Waltz, a Republican member …

Donald Trump backtracks on pledge to end Ukraine war in 24 hours as special envoy sets 100-day timeline
4 days, 10 hours ago

Donald Trump backtracks on pledge to end Ukraine war in 24 hours as special envoy sets 100-day timeline

ABC  

Donald Trump will aim to end the war in Ukraine within 100 days of re-entering the White House, the president-elect's pick for special peace envoy has said. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a "new chapter" will begin when Mr Trump enters the White House. Trump says he understands Russia's NATO 'feelings' Mr Trump, who has repeatedly said he has good …

Russia responds to Trump's claim he's setting up talks with Putin to 'get that war over with'
Top News
4 days, 20 hours ago

Russia responds to Trump's claim he's setting up talks with Putin to 'get that war over with'

Daily Mail  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to meet with President-elect Donald Trump, the Kremlin said on Friday. Donald Trump, hosting a meeting with Republican governors on Thursday night at Mar-a-Lago, said Vladimir Putin wants to meet with him The president-elect offered no timeline of when that could happen. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said his country would need assurances about its …

Kremlin says Putin ready to meet Trump as US prepares for an upcoming meeting
4 days, 21 hours ago

Kremlin says Putin ready to meet Trump as US prepares for an upcoming meeting

Firstpost  

The Kremlin welcomed Trump’s “readiness to solve problems through dialogue,” Peskov said Friday, adding Moscow had no prerequisites for staging the meeting Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam, November 2017. The Kremlin said Friday that President Vladimir Putin was open to talks with Donald Trump, after …

Kremlin welcomes the possibility of a meeting between Trump and Putin
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4 days, 21 hours ago

Kremlin welcomes the possibility of a meeting between Trump and Putin

Associated Press  

The Kremlin has welcomed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s readiness to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, a senior Moscow official said Friday. Trump, who has criticized U.S. aid for Ukraine’s war effort, has called Putin “pretty smart” for invading Ukraine and has praised Russia’s military record in historical conflicts. Ukraine is to receive $2 billion in military aid packages after …

‘Putin wants to meet, we are setting it up,’ says Trump
5 days, 4 hours ago

‘Putin wants to meet, we are setting it up,’ says Trump

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump revealed that Russian President Vladimir Putin wants to meet him and a meeting is being set up between them Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam, November 2017. As the United States is busy preparing for the President-elect’s inauguration at the White House …

Days before taking office, Trump says Putin wants to meet him
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5 days, 10 hours ago

Days before taking office, Trump says Putin wants to meet him

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump said on Thursday a meeting was being set up between him and Russian President Vladimir Putin, but the Republican offered no timeline for talks between the two leaders. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Trump's return to the White House on January 20 has sparked hope of a diplomatic resolution to end Moscow's invasion of Ukraine that began in …

"He wants to meet": Trump says he's arranging a meeting with Putin
Top News
5 days, 10 hours ago

"He wants to meet": Trump says he's arranging a meeting with Putin

Salon  

President-elect Donald Trump said he’s ready to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, adding that the pair will seek to get Russia’s war in Ukraine “over with.” Speaking Thursday during a summit of Republican governors, Trump said a meeting was in the works. He’s said that even publicly.” Trump, a frequent critic of President Joe Biden’s support for Ukraine, said …

Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war
1 week, 5 days ago

Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war

LA Times  

Former President Trump meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Trump Tower in New York in September. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is “strong and unpredictable,” which can be a decisive factor in his policy approach to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Zelensky said it won’t be possible to end the almost three years of war …

Ukraine conflict: Russia sets red lines as Donald Trump prepares to take office
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2 weeks ago

Ukraine conflict: Russia sets red lines as Donald Trump prepares to take office

Live Mint  

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticized reported proposals from US President-elect Donald Trump’s team regarding the Ukraine conflict, calling them unacceptable. Speaking at a news conference on December 30, Lavrov said, “Judging from numerous leaks and Donald Trump’s interview with Time magazine on December 12, their idea is to suspend hostilities along the line of contact and transfer responsibility for …

Russia rejects peace proposal being floated around by Trump team to end war in Ukraine, ‘We are not happy…’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Russia rejects peace proposal being floated around by Trump team to end war in Ukraine, ‘We are not happy…’

Hindustan Times  

Russia’s foreign minister has rejected the peace proposal Donald Trump’s team has floated around to end the war in Ukraine. Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reportedly said that Moscow was appalled after learning that Trump and his aides have been considering pushing a peace deal that would allow Ukraine to join NATO. Russia rejects peace proposal being floated around by Trump …

Why has Russia rejected Trump’s Ukraine truce plan?
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Why has Russia rejected Trump’s Ukraine truce plan?

Al Jazeera  

Vladimir Putin and top Russian diplomat Sergey Lavrov have said a deferral in Ukraine’s NATO entry won’t be enough. Russia has trashed a plan pitched by US President-elect Donald Trump’s team to end the Russia-Ukraine war by deferring Kyiv’s NATO membership in exchange for a ceasefire, according to Russian state-owned media. Here is what we know: On November 6, the …

Putin signals shift on Ukraine War, suggests talks without preconditions
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Putin signals shift on Ukraine War, suggests talks without preconditions

India Today  

In a surprising move, Russian President Vladimir Putin is signalling a potential shift in his stance on the war in Ukraine. The Russian President stated that there are no conditions for starting talks with Ukraine, adding that Moscow is open to negotiations with anyone, including President Volodymyr Zelensky. Despite this olive branch, Putin clarified that any deal could only be …

Vladimir Putin: Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Vladimir Putin: Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We have always said that we are ready for …

‘Should have invaded Ukraine earlier’: Vladimir Putin tells Russians in year-end address says
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Should have invaded Ukraine earlier’: Vladimir Putin tells Russians in year-end address says

Live Mint  

In a recent end-of-year press conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia should have launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine earlier and been better prepared for the conflict. Vladimir Putin remarked, “Knowing what's happening now, back in 2022, I would've thought the decision ought to have been taken earlier. We ought to have started getting ready for those developments …

Putin's big statement on ending Ukraine war: 'Russia ready to compromise with...'
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin's big statement on ending Ukraine war: 'Russia ready to compromise with...'

Hindustan Times  

Russia President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he is open to compromising over the Ukraine war in talks with US President-elect Donald Trump, emphasising that there are no preconditions for discussions but any deal must involve legitimate Ukrainian authorities. File photo of Russia's President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump at a meeting on the sidelines of the …

Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?

India Today  

Russia-Ukraine War: In a significant shift, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled a potential change in his approach to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Speaking on Russian state TV, Putin declared that there are no preconditions for starting talks with Ukraine, adding that Moscow is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Putin made it clear …

Vladimir Putin says 'negotiations and compromise' will be needed to end Ukraine war
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Vladimir Putin says 'negotiations and compromise' will be needed to end Ukraine war

ABC  

Russian President Vladimir Putin says all parties involved in the Ukraine War will need to be ready "for both negotiations and compromises", as he prepares for possible talks with incoming US president Donald Trump. Mr Putin said Russia had no conditions to start talks with Ukraine and was ready to negotiate with anyone, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Mr Putin said …

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he was ready for talks "anytime" with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who has touted his ability to strike a Ukraine peace deal within hours of coming to office. Asked about soaring inflation, Mr. Putin said that "inflation is a worrying signal," and that price rises for foods such as butter and meat are "unpleasant". …

Putin Claims He Is Open To Talk To Trump As He Boasts About Gains In Ukraine
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin Claims He Is Open To Talk To Trump As He Boasts About Gains In Ukraine

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin boasted that his military operation in Ukraine has strengthened Russia and denied that the ouster of key ally Bashar Assad in Syria had hurt Moscow’s prestige, as he held his annual news conference and call-in show Thursday. He mockingly challenged Ukraine’s allies to a “high-tech duel,” suggesting that Moscow could give advance …

Putin hints at end to Ukraine war as he begins annual marathon news conference and says Russia is close to 'reaching our primary goals' - a month before Trump returns to White House
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin hints at end to Ukraine war as he begins annual marathon news conference and says Russia is close to 'reaching our primary goals' - a month before Trump returns to White House

Daily Mail  

Vladimir Putin has hinted at an end to the Ukraine war as he started his annual marathon news conference in Russia. Vladimir Putin has hinted at an end to the Ukraine war as he started his annual marathon news conference in Russia Russia's T-72 tanks drive during military drills held at a firing range amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, in the southern …

Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin
Trending News
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he was ready to compromise over Ukraine in possible talks with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on ending the war and had no conditions for starting talks with the Ukrainian authorities. "We have always said that we are ready for negotiations and compromises," Putin said, after saying that Russian forces, advancing across the …

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal

New Indian Express  

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he was ready for talks "anytime" with US President-elect Donald Trump, who has touted his ability to strike a Ukraine peace deal within hours of coming to office. Asked about Trump's overtures regarding a possible peace deal, Putin said he would welcome a meeting with the incoming Republican. The Kremlin recently welcomed Trump's sharp …

Putin plans to meet Bashar al-Assad, says Russia not defeated in Syria
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin plans to meet Bashar al-Assad, says Russia not defeated in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Vladimir Putin says he has not met the deposed Syrian ruler since he fled Damascus for the Russian capital. President Vladimir Putin says Russia has not been defeated in Syria after rebel groups ousted his ally and longtime leader, Bashar al-Assad, earlier this month. In his first public comments on the subject on Thursday, Putin said he had not yet …

Putin says he’s ‘ready’ for potential talks with Trump during year-end news conference
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Putin says he’s ‘ready’ for potential talks with Trump during year-end news conference

CNN  

CNN — Russian President Vladimir Putin put a positive spin on a spate of recent setbacks Thursday, insisting in a marathon news conference that Russia had accomplished its mission in Syria and was winning the war in Ukraine. “You asked what we can offer, or what I can offer to the newly elected President Trump when we meet,” Putin said …

Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy plans January trip to Kyiv, other European capitals
4 weeks ago

Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy plans January trip to Kyiv, other European capitals

Hindustan Times  

President-elect Donald Trump's incoming Ukraine envoy will travel to Kyiv and several other European capitals in early January as the next administration tries to bring a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine war, according to two sources with knowledge of the trip's planning. President-elect Donald Trump Retired Lieutenant-General Keith Kellogg, who is set to serve as Trump's special envoy for Ukraine …

The one battle President Zelensky looks set to win
4 weeks ago

The one battle President Zelensky looks set to win

The Independent  

Not so very long ago, Vladimir Putin, the would-be reincarnation of Joseph Stalin, had some cause for satisfaction. True, his ill-fated “special military operation” in Ukraine had spectacularly failed in its initial stated aim of subsuming the country into a Greater Russia, resistance supposedly crumbling in days, with Volodymyr Zelensky skulking off into exile. Most concerning for President Putin, President-elect …

Donald Trump’s peace proposal: Calls for talks with Putin and Zelenskyy to end war
4 weeks ago

Donald Trump’s peace proposal: Calls for talks with Putin and Zelenskyy to end war

Live Mint  

US President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his call for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the urgency to end the war that has led to "too many people being killed." Criticism of US policy and missile use In a recent Time magazine interview, Trump criticized Ukraine’s use of US-supplied long-range missiles in Russian territory, calling it "crazy" and "escalating the war." President …

Kremlin ‘agrees’ with Trump as he calls Biden’s ATACMS nod to Ukraine a ‘foolish decision’
1 month ago

Kremlin ‘agrees’ with Trump as he calls Biden’s ATACMS nod to Ukraine a ‘foolish decision’

Firstpost  

Trump claimed on the campaign trail that he could strike a deal to end the fighting in 24 hours, and speculation over a possible ceasefire is ramping up ahead of his inauguration in January US soldiers conduct live fire testing at White Sands Missile Range, NM, on Dec. 14, 2021, of early versions of the ATACMS. It is obvious that …

Ukraine peace talks possible this winter, says Donald Tusk
1 month ago

Ukraine peace talks possible this winter, says Donald Tusk

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Peace talks on the war …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops
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1 month ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops

The Independent  

✕ Close Related: Vladimir Putin hints at strikes on West For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The …

Russia open to negotiations on Ukraine war, welcomes peace initiatives: Kremlin
1 month ago

Russia open to negotiations on Ukraine war, welcomes peace initiatives: Kremlin

Hindustan Times  

Following US President-elect Donald Trump's calls for an "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine, Russia on Monday said it is “open to negotiations” on Kyiv and it welcomes peace initiatives. Kremlin said that President Putin welcomes peace initiatives, especially those coming from Global South nations and BRICS partners. Too many lives are being needlessly wasted, too many families destroyed.” Russia's ministry of …

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky calls for a 'just and enduring' peace with Vladimir Putin's Russia after crunch meeting with Donald Trump
1 month ago

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky calls for a 'just and enduring' peace with Vladimir Putin's Russia after crunch meeting with Donald Trump

Daily Mail  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for a ‘just and enduring’ peace with Russia following a meeting with Donald Trump in Paris. Mr Trump yesterday took to social media to call for an immediate ceasefire and claimed Kyiv ‘would like to make a deal’ to end a war that has now lasted more than 1,000 days. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky …

Trump calls for truce in Ukraine, says US withdrawal from Nato possible
1 month ago

Trump calls for truce in Ukraine, says US withdrawal from Nato possible

India Today  

Donald Trump on Sunday pushed Russian leader Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate ceasefire with Ukraine, describing it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. "Zelenskyy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness," Trump wrote on social media, referring to Ukraine’s president, …

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019
1 month ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019

Al Jazeera  

Here is the situation on Monday, December 9: We discussed important issues on the battlefield and in the global situation, from our frontlines to North Korea. I stated that we need a just and enduring… United States President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations between Ukraine and Russia to end “the madness”, prompting Zelenskyy and the …

Donald Trump seeks ’immediate’ ceasefire for Ukraine-Russia war, warns of possible US exit from NATO
1 month ago

Donald Trump seeks ’immediate’ ceasefire for Ukraine-Russia war, warns of possible US exit from NATO

Live Mint  

Donald Trump on Sunday called for an immediate cease-fire in Russia's war with Ukraine and the president-elect renewed warnings that he was open to pulling the United States out of NATO. Trump made his cease-fire proposal after a weekend meeting in Paris with French and Ukrainian leaders, claiming in a social media post that Kyiv “would like to make a …

After meeting with Zelenskyy, Trump calls for immediate ceasefire: Here's how Moscow, Kyiv reacted
Trending News
1 month ago

After meeting with Zelenskyy, Trump calls for immediate ceasefire: Here's how Moscow, Kyiv reacted

Firstpost  

Ukraine and Russia responded to Trump’s comments by clarifying their own pre-requisites for agreeing to a ceasefire. While Kyiv wants certain guarantees, Moscow wants demands, including claim to territories it has occupied so far, fulfilled Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump leaving their meeting at the Élysée presidential palace in Paris on 7 December 2024. AFP US President-elect Donald …

Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and says a US withdrawal from NATO is possible
1 month ago

Trump calls for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and says a US withdrawal from NATO is possible

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump on Sunday pushed Russian leader Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate ceasefire with Ukraine, describing it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. “Zelenskyy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness,” Trump wrote on social media, referring to …

Trump calls Russia-Ukraine war 'madness', says China can help broker peace
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump calls Russia-Ukraine war 'madness', says China can help broker peace

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump has urged an immediate ceasefire and negotiations to end the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, calling the war "madness". Trump also suggested that China could play a pivotal role in brokering peace, while urging Russian President Vladimir Putin to seize the moment for action. "Zelenskyy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop …

Trump calls for ‘immediate’ cease-fire in Ukraine, says U.S. withdrawal from NATO is possible
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump calls for ‘immediate’ cease-fire in Ukraine, says U.S. withdrawal from NATO is possible

LA Times  

Donald Trump on Sunday pushed Russian President Vladimir Putin to act to reach an immediate cease-fire with Ukraine, describing it as part of his active efforts as president-elect to end the war despite being weeks from taking office. “Zelenskyy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness,” Trump wrote on social media, referring to Ukraine’s president, …

Trump’s Notre-Dame showing will be judged by his art of the deal on Ukraine
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s Notre-Dame showing will be judged by his art of the deal on Ukraine

The Independent  

In a generous tribute posted on his very own Truth Social page, Donald Trump declared that Emmanuel Macron had “done a wonderful job ensuring that Notre-Dame has been restored to its full level of glory, and even more so. It will be a very special day for all!” A “special day” to be sure; the president-elect’s attendance at the ceremonies …

Ukraine confirms second Danish delivery of F-16s as Zelenskyy seeks support in Paris
1 month, 1 week ago

Ukraine confirms second Danish delivery of F-16s as Zelenskyy seeks support in Paris

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Denmark has delivered a second …

Is Trump 2.0 making Russia-Ukraine peace talks difficult?
1 month, 1 week ago

Is Trump 2.0 making Russia-Ukraine peace talks difficult?

Firstpost  

Even though US President-elect Donald Trump has said he would end the war in Ukraine at the earliest, the approach he and his advisers have outlined may end up making peace talks difficult Even as US President-elect Donald Trump has promised to end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours, there are indications he may end up becoming an obstacle. …

US could INCREASE its military aid for Ukraine under Trump peace plan: Donald's advisers' proposals revealed - but NATO membership is 'off the table'
1 month, 1 week ago

US could INCREASE its military aid for Ukraine under Trump peace plan: Donald's advisers' proposals revealed - but NATO membership is 'off the table'

Daily Mail  

Advisers to Donald Trump publicly and privately are floating proposals to end the Ukraine war that would cede large parts of the country to Russia for the foreseeable future, according to several people close to the U.S. president-elect. The proposals by three key advisers, including Trump's incoming Russia-Ukraine envoy, retired Army Lieutenant-General Keith Kellogg, share some elements, including taking NATO …

Territorial concessions, no Nato seat for Ukraine in Trump's 'truce within 24-hr' plan
1 month, 1 week ago

Territorial concessions, no Nato seat for Ukraine in Trump's 'truce within 24-hr' plan

Firstpost  

The broad outline of US President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in Ukraine includes freezing current battle lines, putting the Nato membership for Ukraine on hold, and using a carrot and sticks approach with Ukraine and Russia Advisers to US President-elect Donald Trump have fleshed out three plans to end the war in Ukraine, according to a report. …

Russia says West seeking Ukraine ceasefire to rearm Kyiv amid Scholz’s visit
1 month, 1 week ago

Russia says West seeking Ukraine ceasefire to rearm Kyiv amid Scholz’s visit

Firstpost  

“The West is starting to talk about a ceasefire as a means to give Ukraine a respite, and give themselves the opportunity to once again pump Ukraine up with modern long-range weapons. This, of course, is not a path to peace,” said Lavrov Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Monday accused Western nations of seeking a ceasefire in Ukraine to …

If the war in Ukraine ends in a deal, it must be struck by Zelensky from a position of strength
1 month, 2 weeks ago

If the war in Ukraine ends in a deal, it must be struck by Zelensky from a position of strength

The Independent  

Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, has suggested he would temporarily cede Ukrainian territory to Russia in exchange for joining Nato. He implied that he would worry about recovering the eastern provinces and Crimea later: “And then on the occupied territory of Ukraine, Ukraine can get them back in a diplomatic way.” Mr Zelensky understands two ways in which the …

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mark Almond: Zelensky is playing a clever game with America by talk of ceasefire

The Independent  

After Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine, Western leaders repeated constantly that they would stand behind Kyiv “as long as it takes”, first as Ukraine struck back, then as Russia counter-attacked. Trump’s talk of “peace through strength” offers the Ukrainian president a chance to profile himself as the pilot who steered Ukraine, or most of it, to safety under an American …

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