Ukraine presidential rivals court Macron, Merkel before runoff
5 years, 8 months ago

Ukraine presidential rivals court Macron, Merkel before runoff

Al Jazeera  

Frontrunner Volodymyr Zelensky meets French leader as incumbent president courts both Merkel and Macron on the same day. French President Emmanuel Macron first hosted comic Volodymyr Zelensky, a political novice who is tipped to become Ukraine’s sixth president, for talks in Paris before a planned meeting with the incumbent, President Petro Poroshenko. Polls show 41-year-old Zelensky, whose only political experience involves playing the president on TV, easily defeating Poroshenko for the leadership of a country jaded by the conflict with Russia. Ukraine is not an exception.” On Thursday, he had described the Paris and Berlin visits as “especially important” in the face of what he called Western “attempts” to lift sanctions against Russia, imposed after its 2014 annexation of Ukraine’s Crimea Peninsula.

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Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders
3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte and other European leaders on Wednesday, aiming to get immediate help to bolster Kyiv's war effort and discuss longer-term security guarantees. Zelenskyy told reporters that Wednesday's talks in Brussels, and a discussion with the European Union's 27 national leaders the following day, were "a very good opportunity to …

Macron to visit China to push Xi Jinping to help end war in Ukraine: Report
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Macron to visit China to push Xi Jinping to help end war in Ukraine: Report

Firstpost  

Amid calls to rope in Chinese President Xi Jinping in efforts to end the war in Ukraine, French President Emmanuel Macron is reportedly planning a visit to Beijing French President Emmanuel Macron is planning a visit to Beijing to seek Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s help in ending the war in Ukraine, according to a report. The South China Morning Post …

France’s Macron and Poland’s Tusk insist Ukraine must be at the heart of any potential peace talks
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4 weeks ago

France’s Macron and Poland’s Tusk insist Ukraine must be at the heart of any potential peace talks

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Ukraine must have a pivotal role in any potential negotiations over Russia’s war in the country, following a meeting Thursday in Warsaw. Macron also insisted Europeans must be involved in security talks in “very close” coordination with the United States to ensure Europe’s interests are taken …

Zelensky open to idea of Western troops in Ukraine
1 month ago

Zelensky open to idea of Western troops in Ukraine

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 President Volodymyr Zelensky has said …

Trump says Zelensky is ready for 'deal' with Russia
1 month ago

Trump says Zelensky is ready for 'deal' with Russia

Raw Story  

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted three-way talks with Zelensky and Trump at the Elysee Palace on Saturday, as fears grow in Kyiv about the position of the incoming US administration. "It seems like the world is going a little crazy right now and we will be talking about that," Trump told reporters as he prepared to sit down for the …

Trump Meets French President Macron, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy In Paris
1 month ago

Trump Meets French President Macron, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy In Paris

ABP News  

French President Emmanuel Macron held a trilateral meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, brought together for the ceremonial reopening of Norte-Dame Cathedral. Zelenskyy and European leaders have been concerned that Trump, who takes office next month, could withdraw US military aid to Ukraine at a crucial point in Kyiv's fight with Russia. When Trump arrived …

Zelenskyy reiterates Kyiv's stance of ensuring 'just peace' in Ukraine war as he meets Trump, Macron
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1 month ago

Zelenskyy reiterates Kyiv's stance of ensuring 'just peace' in Ukraine war as he meets Trump, Macron

Firstpost  

While participating in a trilateral meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reiterated that any settlement in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war will have to ensure just peace In a meeting with US President-elect Donald Trump, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that any settlement with Russia after its invasion had to be “just”. …

Donald Trump meets French president Macron, Ukraine's Zelensky in Paris
1 month ago

Donald Trump meets French president Macron, Ukraine's Zelensky in Paris

Hindustan Times  

US president-elect Donald Trump met French president Emmanuel Macron and Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Élysée Palace in Paris on Saturday ahead of the re-opening of the Notre Dame cathedral. French President Emmanuel Macron, President-elect Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met at the Elysee Palace, The meeting between the trio was an attempt to kickstart tri-party talks on …

Trump is welcomed by Macron to Paris with presidential pomp and joined by Zelenskyy for their talks
1 month ago

Trump is welcomed by Macron to Paris with presidential pomp and joined by Zelenskyy for their talks

Associated Press  

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Donald Trump to Paris on Saturday with a full dose of presidential pomp as the two held a hastily arranged meeting with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy before celebrating the grand reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral. “Welcome back again.” French President Emmanuel Macron, left, welcomes President-elect Donald Trump as he arrives at the Elysee …

Trump is welcomed by Macron to Paris with presidential pomp and joined by Zelensky in their meeting
1 month ago

Trump is welcomed by Macron to Paris with presidential pomp and joined by Zelensky in their meeting

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron, center, poses with President-elect Donald Trump, left, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Saturday. French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed President-elect Donald Trump to Paris on Saturday with a full a dose of presidential pomp as the two held a hastily arranged meeting with Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky before celebrating the reopening …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy to attend reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral, Trump meeeting on the cards
1 month ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy to attend reopening of Notre-Dame cathedral, Trump meeeting on the cards

Firstpost  

Trump has vowed to bring about a negotiated end to the nearly three-year-old war between Ukraine and Russia, but has not provided details. In Paris, a trilateral meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy and Macron is possible US President-elect Donald Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet at Trump Tower in New York City, US, September 27, 2024. File Image/Reuters Ukraine’s President …

Macron reaffirms support for Ukraine, condemns Russian attacks in call with Zelenskyy
1 month, 1 week ago

Macron reaffirms support for Ukraine, condemns Russian attacks in call with Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday reaffirmed his support for Ukraine and condemned the intensifying Russian attacks in a phone call with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to a report French President Emmanuel Macron shakes hands with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as he arrives for a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on October 10, 2024. Reuters File French …

Starmer and Macron's crisis talks on Trump: PM and president scramble to put Ukraine in 'strongest possible position' after US election as they meet in Paris
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Starmer and Macron's crisis talks on Trump: PM and president scramble to put Ukraine in 'strongest possible position' after US election as they meet in Paris

Daily Mail  

Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron pledged to put Ukraine in the 'strongest possible position' today as they held talks after Donald Trump's bombshell election win. Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron pledged to put Ukraine in the 'strongest possible position' today as they held talks after Donald Trump's bombshell election win Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron stand before the Tomb of …

Starmer and Macron vow to put Ukraine in ‘strongest position’ ahead of Trump’s presidency
Top News
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Starmer and Macron vow to put Ukraine in ‘strongest position’ ahead of Trump’s presidency

The Telegraph  

Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron discussed how to put Ukraine in the “strongest possible position going into the winter” amid uncertainty over long-term US support for Kyiv following the election of Donald Trump. The meeting took place against a backdrop of speculation about how Mr Trump could change US support for Ukraine when he returns to the White House …

Trump and European leaders get on the phone to talk Ukraine, Middle East
2 months ago

Trump and European leaders get on the phone to talk Ukraine, Middle East

Politico  

The French and U.S. leaders agreed to stay in "close contact," according to the French readout of the call. The two leaders spoke for 25 minutes in what a French official described as "a warm conversation" and "a very good exchange," a warmth based on the "proximity" of their relationship during Trump's first term. French officials have been arguing for …

Ukraine’s Zelensky city-hops across Europe, promoting ‘victory plan’ to allies
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelensky city-hops across Europe, promoting ‘victory plan’ to allies

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron, left, greets his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelensky, before a meeting at the Elysee Palace in Paris on Thursday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was city-hopping across Europe on Thursday to promote a “victory plan” that he said “aims to create the right conditions for a just end to the war” against Russia, detailing the proposals to European …

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump for first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine
3 months, 1 week ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump for first time since Russia's invasion of Ukraine

ABC  

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented his war "victory plan" to Donald Trump during a closed-door meeting, after the Republican presidential candidate said he would work with both Ukraine and Russia to end their conflict. Mr Zelenskyy said he was talking with both Trump and his Democratic rival in the November 5 election, Vice-President Kamala Harris, because Ukraine needed strong US …

Biden vows U.S. ‘standing strong’ with Ukraine on France state visit
7 months ago

Biden vows U.S. ‘standing strong’ with Ukraine on France state visit

Raw Story  

President Joe Biden on Saturday vowed Washington was “standing strong” with Ukraine as French counterpart Emmanuel Macron hosted him on a state visit shadowed by Kyiv’s fight against Russia’s invasion and the looming US election. “Putin is not going to stop at Ukraine,” Biden said alongside Macron after talks at the Elysee Palace. Expressing regret over how an aid package …

Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin 'not going to stop at Ukraine' in joint presser with Macron
7 months ago

Joe Biden warns Vladimir Putin 'not going to stop at Ukraine' in joint presser with Macron

Hindustan Times  

US President Joe Biden on Saturday pledged Washington's support for Kyiv in its battle against the Russian invasion, warning that Vladimir Putin would "not stop" at Ukraine. Emmanuel Macron, France's president, left, gestures towards US President Joe Biden and at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on Saturday, June 8, 2024. "Putin is not going to stop at Ukraine," Biden …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy is expected in Normandy for commemorations of 80 years since D-Day, Macron says
7 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy is expected in Normandy for commemorations of 80 years since D-Day, Macron says

Associated Press  

MESEBERG, Germany — French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday he will greet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy along with other world leaders in Normandy for the 80th anniversary commemorations of D-Day. President Joe Biden is also scheduled to attend this year’s commemorations of the landings that led to the liberation of France and Europe from Nazi Germany’s occupation. Macron said during …

French President Macron takes first presidential state visit to Germany in 24 years amid EU uncertainty
7 months, 2 weeks ago

French President Macron takes first presidential state visit to Germany in 24 years amid EU uncertainty

Firstpost  

The visit will be watched as a checkup on the health of the German-French relationship that drives EU policymaking, at a time of major challenges for Europe: from the Ukraine war to the possible election of Donald Trump as U.S. president in November French President Emanuel Macron lands in Germany on Sunday for a three-day state visit followed by a …

Macron begins the first state visit to Germany by a French president in 24 years
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Macron begins the first state visit to Germany by a French president in 24 years

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, right, walk with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his wife Elke Büdenbender on Sunday near Berlin. President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday started the first state visit to Germany by a French head of state in 24 years, a three-day trip meant to underline the strong ties between the European Union’s traditional leading …

The French president raised the prospect of Western troops in Ukraine. What was he thinking?
10 months, 1 week ago

The French president raised the prospect of Western troops in Ukraine. What was he thinking?

Associated Press  

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron appeared isolated on the European stage this week after saying the possibility of Western troops being sent to Ukraine could not be ruled out, a comment that prompted an outcry from other leaders. There was no consensus to send troops in an official, endorsed manner on the ground, Macron said, “but in terms of …

The French president raised the prospect of Western troops in Ukraine. What was he thinking?
10 months, 1 week ago

The French president raised the prospect of Western troops in Ukraine. What was he thinking?

LA Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron, shown at a press conference in Paris on Monday, floated the possibility of Western troops helping in Ukraine last week after 20 European heads of state, and other Western officials, met in Paris. Macron’s remarks, allies’ reactions Macron floated the possibility of Western troops helping in Ukraine while speaking at a news conference last week after …

Macron does not rule out putting Western troops in Ukraine in future
10 months, 1 week ago

Macron does not rule out putting Western troops in Ukraine in future

The Hindu  

French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday that sending Western troops on the ground in Ukraine is not “ruled out” in the future after the issue was debated at a gathering if European leaders, as Russia's full-scale invasion grinds into a third year. Mr. Macron declined to provide details about which nations were considering sending troops, saying he prefers to maintain …

Ukraine's Zelensky seeks support in Germany, France amid Russia war
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine's Zelensky seeks support in Germany, France amid Russia war

Hindustan Times  

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Berlin on Friday to sign a security deal and seek desperately needed support for his country's battle against Russia. Kyiv was trying to "end the war as soon as possible on fair Ukrainian terms," wrote Zelensky, who was to head to Paris later Friday to sign a similar security pact. Zelensky's European tour comes …

France and Ukraine to sign a security agreement in Paris in the presence of President Zelensky
10 months, 3 weeks ago

France and Ukraine to sign a security agreement in Paris in the presence of President Zelensky

The Hindu  

French President Emmanuel Macron will sign a bilateral security agreement with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on February 16 in Paris as part of a trip that will also go through Germany, the French presidency said in a statement. This will be the third visit by Mr. Zelensky to Paris since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine almost two years ago, following those …

France and Ukraine to sign a security agreement in Paris in the presence of President Zelenskyy
10 months, 3 weeks ago

France and Ukraine to sign a security agreement in Paris in the presence of President Zelenskyy

Associated Press  

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron will sign a bilateral security agreement with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on Friday in Paris to provide “long-term support” to the war-ravaged country which has been battling Russia’s full-scale invasion for nearly two years. A French official, speaking anonymously because he was not allowed to disclosed the details of the deal, said the …

At Davos, Zelensky lashes out at Putin and urges support for Ukraine’s fight
11 months, 3 weeks ago

At Davos, Zelensky lashes out at Putin and urges support for Ukraine’s fight

LA Times  

Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, chats with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, who, along with U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan, met with Zelensky in Davos, said Washington was determined to keep supporting Ukraine, and “we’re working very closely with Congress in …

France pledges more military aid for Ukraine after Zelenskyy makes surprise Paris visit to meet Macron
1 year, 7 months ago

France pledges more military aid for Ukraine after Zelenskyy makes surprise Paris visit to meet Macron

Firstpost  

Following unexpected negotiations between the presidents of Ukraine and France in Paris on Sunday, France promised extra military help for Ukraine, including light tanks, armoured vehicles, training for soldiers, and other support as the Ukrainians prepare for a counteroffensive against Russian forces. Macron’s office said France will supply dozens of light tanks and armoured vehicles “in the weeks ahead,” without …

Analysis: ‘Love fest’ for Zelensky in Europe shows worries over 2024 U.S. presidential race
1 year, 7 months ago

Analysis: ‘Love fest’ for Zelensky in Europe shows worries over 2024 U.S. presidential race

LA Times  

It was a joking remark, but a telling one. “Europe wants to show that it will continue to help even if there is a change in U.S. policy, to make clear that this war is existential for Europeans as well as Ukraine.” While there is recognition in European capitals that it’s still early in the U.S. presidential contest, former President …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to Paris for talks with French president Macron
1 year, 7 months ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to Paris for talks with French president Macron

ABC  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a surprise visit to Paris for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, extending a multi-stop European tour that has elicited fresh pledges of military support. Key points: Volodymyr Zelenskyy will speak to the French president about Ukraine's military and humanitarian needs The Ukrainian president is visiting allies in search of further arms to help …

French peace proposal for Ukraine difficult to imagine as Paris openly siding with Kyiv, says Russia
1 year, 8 months ago

French peace proposal for Ukraine difficult to imagine as Paris openly siding with Kyiv, says Russia

Firstpost  

“Paris can hardly aspire to be a mediator at this time, because Paris actually takes the side of one of the participants in the conflict,” said Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. New Delhi: Russia has said that French peace proposal for Ukraine conflict is “difficult to imagine” as Paris is “directly and indirectly” involved on the side of …

Ukraine's Zelenskyy declares 'we will defeat everyone', as war drags into second year
1 year, 10 months ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy declares 'we will defeat everyone', as war drags into second year

ABC  

The war in Ukraine has entered its second year with no end in sight, with a defiant President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowing "we will defeat everyone" and global leaders set to impose new sanctions on Russia and countries supporting its war effort. Key points: In a video address, President Zelenskyy praised the wartime efforts of Ukrainians and said his nation "will …

How 2 Russian pranksters nearly dupe Angela Merkel
1 year, 10 months ago

How 2 Russian pranksters nearly dupe Angela Merkel

Firstpost  

Vladimir Kuznetsov and Alexei Stolyarov, known as Vovan and Lexus, have previously embarrassed other European politicians, including French president Emmanuel Macron, Polish president Andrzej Duda and then-British prime minister Boris Johnson with similar hoax calls Berlin: Russian pranksters posing as Ukraine’s ex-president Petro Poroshenko managed to contact Angela Merkel by phone to discuss developments in Ukraine and Belarus, although the …

Russian pranksters call Angela Merkel posing as Ukraine's ex-President
1 year, 10 months ago

Russian pranksters call Angela Merkel posing as Ukraine's ex-President

Hindustan Times  

Russian pranksters posing as Ukraine’s ex-President Petro Poroshenko managed to contact Angela Merkel by phone to discuss developments in Ukraine and Belarus, although the former German chancellor appeared wary during the call. Merkel's office said Monday that the former German leader received a call on January 12 from someone claiming to be Poroshenko. The pair have previously embarrassed European politicians …

Russian pranksters call Merkel posing as Ukraine’s ex-leader
1 year, 10 months ago

Russian pranksters call Merkel posing as Ukraine’s ex-leader

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Russian pranksters posing as Ukraine’s ex-President Petro Poroshenko managed to contact Angela Merkel by phone to discuss developments in Ukraine and Belarus, although the former German chancellor appeared wary during the call. Merkel’s office said Monday that the former German leader received a call Jan. 12 from someone claiming to be Poroshenko. The pair have previously embarrassed European …

Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron among world leaders at Queen’s funeral
2 years, 3 months ago

Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron among world leaders at Queen’s funeral

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Crowned heads and prime ministers, emperors and presidents from around …

Russia-Ukraine live updates | Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia-Ukraine live updates | Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv

The Hindu  

The European Union's executive recommended on June 17 that Ukraine and Moldova become candidates for membership, a milestone in their potential path from ex-Soviet republics to developed economies in the world's largest trading bloc. Kyiv Zelensky pays first visit to south Ukraine's war-damaged Mykolaiv Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the war-damaged southern city of Mykolaiv on June 18 for the …

France’s Macron, German’s Scholz and Italy’s Draghi to arrive in Kyiv for historic visit
2 years, 6 months ago

France’s Macron, German’s Scholz and Italy’s Draghi to arrive in Kyiv for historic visit

Firstpost  

It is the first time that the leaders of the three European Union countries have visited Kyiv since Russia’s February 24 invasion of Ukraine. Speaking during a visit to neighbouring Romania Wednesday, Macron said that “we, the European Union, need to send clear political signals to Ukraine and the Ukrainian people, who have been resisting heroically for several months”. Biden …

For Macron, congratulatory messages from across Europe, Biden, and Zelensky
2 years, 8 months ago

For Macron, congratulatory messages from across Europe, Biden, and Zelensky

Hindustan Times  

In what is being viewed as a relief for France’s allies and the US-led defence alliance NATO, Emmanuel Macron has been re-elected for a second term as the country’s president and soon after his return to the top post became clear as votes were counted on Sunday, congratulatory messages started pouring in from the leaders across the world. US president …

European leaders back Macron as French campaign nears end
2 years, 8 months ago

European leaders back Macron as French campaign nears end

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Just days before France's crucial presidential runoff vote, …

How France’s presidential election could impact Ukraine war
2 years, 8 months ago

How France’s presidential election could impact Ukraine war

Associated Press  

PARIS — The capital of France may be thousands of miles away from the battlefields of eastern Ukraine, but what happens in French voting stations this month could have repercussions there. Far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen has close ties to Russia and wants to weaken the European Union and NATO, which could undercut Western efforts to stop Russia’s war …

Ukraine war serves as backdrop to France’s presidential elections
2 years, 9 months ago

Ukraine war serves as backdrop to France’s presidential elections

Al Jazeera  

Macron has won praise for playing a mediating role, while Le Pen has turned against Putin and embraced refugees. “He is sending us a message that if he’s re-elected, there will be an important measure of political, defence, and security, and energy independence from the European Union at the centre of his next term.” Macron appeared to have unified the …

‘Nobody negotiated with Hitler’: Poland slams Macron for Putin talks
2 years, 9 months ago

‘Nobody negotiated with Hitler’: Poland slams Macron for Putin talks

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 Poland’s prime minister Mateusz Morawiecki …

Russia's pledge to scale back in Ukraine draws scepticism, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says there's no reason to believe it
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia's pledge to scale back in Ukraine draws scepticism, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says there's no reason to believe it

ABC  

Ukraine has reacted with scepticism to Russia's promise to scale down military operations around Kyiv and another city as some Western countries expected Moscow to intensify its offensive in other parts of the country. Key points: Negotiations are set to resume in Istanbul on Wednesday Russia's delegation says it will show Ukraine's proposals to Vladimir Putin There is still a …

Volodymyr Zelensky Fast Facts
2 years, 9 months ago

Volodymyr Zelensky Fast Facts

CNN  

CNN — Here’s some background information about the life of Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine. Personal: Birth date: January 25, 1978 Birth place: Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine Birth name: Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelensky Father: Oleksandr Zelensky, computer science professor Mother: Rimma Zelenska, engineer Marriage: Olena Zelenska Children: Oleksandra and Kyrylo Education: Kyiv National Economic University, law, 2000 Religion: Jewish Other Facts: …

Macron, barely campaigning, leads French presidential race
2 years, 9 months ago

Macron, barely campaigning, leads French presidential race

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. As he runs for re-election next month, French President Emmanuel Macron released unusual pictures …

Volodymyr Zelensky challenges Vladimir Putin to meet him for peace talks
2 years, 9 months ago

Volodymyr Zelensky challenges Vladimir Putin to meet him for peace talks

The Telegraph  

Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday challenged Vladimir Putin to meet him in Jerusalem for peace talks and said "concrete proposals" to end the war in Ukraine were being exchanged between Moscow and Kyiv. Mr Zelensky said Russia had brought a "fundamentally different approach" to talks after previously only issuing "ultimatums". He added he was happy to get "a signal from Russia" …

'Sit down with me at negotiating table, I don't bite': Zelenskyy tells Putin
2 years, 10 months ago

'Sit down with me at negotiating table, I don't bite': Zelenskyy tells Putin

India TV News  

Highlights If you don't want to leave now, sit down with me at negotiating table, Zelenskyy tells Putin Zelenskyy remarks came as 2nd round of delegation level talks held between Ukraine and Russia Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine have agreed on humanitarian corridors to evacuate civilians As the second round of delegation-level talks between Russia and Ukraine take place in Belarus, …

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