Ukraine's President plays down invasion warnings as US increases Russian troops estimate to 130,000
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine's President plays down invasion warnings as US increases Russian troops estimate to 130,000

ABC  

Ukraine's President has repeated his calls for calm amid intensified warnings of a possible Russian invasion within days. Key points: KLM is stopping flights to Ukraine immediately, while Lufthansa says it is under consideration The US has ratcheted up warnings of a Russian invasion in recent days Australia and other nations have told their citizens to leave and are evacuating their embassies Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was yet to see convincing evidence that Russia was about to move against his country. The White House said he renewed promises that NATO forces would be built-up and Moscow would be hit with tough economic sanctions in the event of "any further Russian aggression" against Ukraine. Russia could make its move on Wednesday, US official says Mr Zelenskyy's repeated statements playing down the US warnings — while Moscow's forces surround Ukraine on three sides in what the Kremlin insists are military exercises — grew this weekend to his questioning the increasingly strident statements from US officials in recent days that Russia could be planning to invade as soon as midweek. But Ukraine's air traffic safety agency Ukraerorukh issued a statement declaring the airspace over the Black Sea to be a "zone of potential danger" and recommended that planes avoid flying over the sea until Saturday.

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Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war
6 days, 22 hours 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 …

NATO CANNOT defend Europe from Russia without US, alliance's eastern leaders warn, weeks before Trump enters the White House
2 weeks, 2 days ago

NATO CANNOT defend Europe from Russia without US, alliance's eastern leaders warn, weeks before Trump enters the White House

Daily Mail  

The leaders of three NATO countries that border Russia have warned that the defence bloc simply isn't ready to fight Vladimir Putin's forces without the US. Donald Trump told his European allies that he will demand NATO member states to increase their defence spending to 5% of GDP A Tomahawk Missile being launched from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS …

Putin ‘loves to kill’, ‘simply scumbags’: Volodymyr Zelenskyy over Russia’s ‘plan to strike Kyiv’ with new missile
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Putin ‘loves to kill’, ‘simply scumbags’: Volodymyr Zelenskyy over Russia’s ‘plan to strike Kyiv’ with new missile

Live Mint  

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasted Russian President Vladimir Putin over his plans to strike "strike somewhere in Kyiv" using a new missile Oreshnik. In one video, Zelenskyy could be heard saying, “Today, the comrade from the Kremlin said that Russia offers a technological duel.He said, 'We will strike somewhere in Kyiv with Oreshnik. Earlier, Putin touted what he said was …

Putin signals shift on Ukraine War, suggests talks without preconditions
2 weeks, 5 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
2 weeks, 6 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 …

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 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 …

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 …

Putin ready to meet Trump 'anytime' to talk Ukraine deal
3 weeks 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 …

Donald Trump’s peace proposal: Calls for talks with Putin and Zelenskyy to end war
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky welcomes diplomatic end to Putin’s war and hints at role for foreign troops
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4 weeks, 2 days ago

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

The Independent  

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin

Al Jazeera  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has praised Donald Trump as one of the only leaders feared by Russian President Vladimir Putin while calling on the international community to come together to end the war in Ukraine. Speaking after meeting with Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris over the weekend, Zelenskyy said that the talks had been “very productive”, and …

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 …

Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine
1 month ago

Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that he’s open to the potential deployment of Western troops in Ukraine to guarantee the country’s security as part of a broad effort to end the almost three-year war with Russia. But Zelenskyy said Monday that he would approach outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden about Ukraine’s possible NATO membership because he’s …

Zelenskyy floats idea of deploying foreign troops to Ukraine until Nato membership
1 month ago

Zelenskyy floats idea of deploying foreign troops to Ukraine until Nato membership

Firstpost  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday floated the idea of foreign troops being deployed to war-stricken Ukraine until the country joins the Nato military alliance Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz of the Christian Democratic Union party meet, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, on Monday. Reuters Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy floated the idea on …

Zelensky open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine
1 month ago

Zelensky open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that he’s open to the potential deployment of Western troops in his country to guarantee its security as part of a broad effort to end the almost three-year war with Russia. But Zelensky said Monday that he would approach outgoing President Biden about Ukraine’s possible NATO membership because he’s still in office, while Trump …

Trump criticises Russia's role in Syria: Lost all interest because of Ukraine
1 month ago

Trump criticises Russia's role in Syria: Lost all interest because of Ukraine

India Today  

US President-elect Donald Trump said on Sunday that Russia's abandonment of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad led to his downfall, adding Moscow never should have protected him in the first place and then lost interest because of a war in Ukraine that never should have started. His protector, Russia, led by Vladimir Putin, was not interested in protecting him any longer," …

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

1,000 days on, where is Ukraine crisis headed?
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1 month ago

1,000 days on, where is Ukraine crisis headed?

China Daily  

WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY Russian forces launched the Oreshnik medium-range hyper sonic missiles at Ukraine on Nov 21 in response to Ukraine firing US-made Army Tactical Missile Systems at Russian targets. But there has been a noticeable shift in the attitudes of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky toward ending the conflict after Donald Trump's victory in the …

1,000 days on, where is Ukraine crisis headed?
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1 month ago

1,000 days on, where is Ukraine crisis headed?

China Daily  

WANG XIAOYING/CHINA DAILY Russian forces launched the Oreshnik medium-range hyper sonic missiles at Ukraine on Nov 21 in response to Ukraine firing US-made Army Tactical Missile Systems at Russian targets. But there has been a noticeable shift in the attitudes of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky toward ending the conflict after Donald Trump's victory in the …

New Nato chief warns Trump not to push Ukraine deal that would have Putin and Iran ‘high-fiving’
1 month ago

New Nato chief warns Trump not to push Ukraine deal that would have Putin and Iran ‘high-fiving’

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The new secretary-general of Nato has warned Donald Trump not to …

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 …

Germany’s Scholz pledges $680m in military aid on surprise Ukraine visit
1 month, 1 week ago

Germany’s Scholz pledges $680m in military aid on surprise Ukraine visit

Al Jazeera  

German chancellor to hold talks with Zelenskyy before inauguration of Trump, who has pledged to end the war. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has pledged additional military support worth $680m to Ukraine in an unannounced visit to Kyiv after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought security guarantees from NATO to defend itself amid steady Russian advances. The visit, his second since Russia’s full-scale …

Zelenskyy calls Putin a ‘killer’ and ‘terrorist’, accuses him of fueling division ‘like an animal’
1 month, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy calls Putin a ‘killer’ and ‘terrorist’, accuses him of fueling division ‘like an animal’

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy strongly criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling him a “killer” and a “terrorist,” and warned that Putin exploits divisions within Europe to advance his agenda. “Putin fuels division within Europe like an animal,” he said, in an interview with Sky News, adding that when world leaders are afraid, they communicate with their countries and other leaders …

Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador
1 month, 1 week ago

Zelensky’s latest Ukraine-Russia war plan is a ‘major concession’ to Putin, says former UK ambassador

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 Volodymyr Zelensky’s suggestion that Ukraine …

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

Zelenskyy hints at ceasefire deal with Russia in exchange for 'NATO umbrella' over unoccupied territories
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Zelenskyy hints at ceasefire deal with Russia in exchange for 'NATO umbrella' over unoccupied territories

Firstpost  

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that unoccupied territories of Ukraine should be under the Nato umbrella in order to end the ‘host stage’ war against Russia. For the first time since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, the Ukrainian leader hinted at a ceasefire deal that would include Russian control over conquered territories Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that the …

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 …

Putin praises ‘real man’ Donald Trump but warns ‘even now he’s not safe’: reports
1 month, 1 week ago

Putin praises ‘real man’ Donald Trump but warns ‘even now he’s not safe’: reports

Raw Story  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is praising Donald Trump as a "real man," and “clever and experienced,” while issuing what has been described as a "bizarre" warning that the American President-elect is "not safe." Putin said that what struck him "the most is not that Donald Trump was faced with uncivilized means—including assassination attempts—more than once," according to a translation from …

Putin threatens to turn Kyiv into 'lakes' with Oreshnik strike, says Trump can 'find a solution'
1 month, 1 week ago

Putin threatens to turn Kyiv into 'lakes' with Oreshnik strike, says Trump can 'find a solution'

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that Moscow would use Oreshnik missiles again if Ukraine continued with its aggression. He went on to laud US President-elect Donald Trump, calling him ‘intelligent’ Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened Kyiv with Oreshnik missiles if Ukraine continues to remain aggressive. Putin prepares for Trump’s presidency During the press conference, the …

Trump envoy's warning that 'we're on the precipice of WW3'... and his plan to end Russia conflict: How Keith Kellogg has proposed giving Putin one fifth of Ukraine and forcing Zelensky in to talks wit
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump envoy's warning that 'we're on the precipice of WW3'... and his plan to end Russia conflict: How Keith Kellogg has proposed giving Putin one fifth of Ukraine and forcing Zelensky in to talks wit

Daily Mail  

The former US Army General tapped to be Donald Trump's special envoy to Ukraine and Russia warned last week 'we're on the precipice of World War III' as he outlined a plan to end the war by forcing both sides to the negotiating table. Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg said we are 'on the precipice of WWIII' after Vladimir Putin launched …

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit
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1 month, 1 week ago

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit

NPR  

Putin threatens Ukraine in remarks after former-Soviet states security summit toggle caption Ramil Sitdikov/AFP via Getty Images Russian President Vladimir Putin made a series of military threats towards Ukraine and reiterated earlier statements that the United States and other European allies now have "direct involvement" in Ukraine's conflict with Russia during a press conference in the Kazakhstan capital city, Astana. …

US Embassy in Kyiv shuts down after receiving warning of significant Russian air attack
Top News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US Embassy in Kyiv shuts down after receiving warning of significant Russian air attack

Deccan Chronicle  

Kyiv: The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv said it has received warning of a potentially significant Russian air attack on Wednesday and would be closed as a precaution. But it comes one day after Moscow said U.S.-made longer range missiles had been used in a Ukrainian attack that struck a weapons warehouse in the Bryansk region after U.S. President Joe Biden …

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Putin open to discuss Ukraine ceasefire with Trump if Zelenskyy abandons Nato dream: Report

Firstpost  

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly said that he is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with US President-elect Donald Trump only if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abandons ambitions of his country joining Nato Vladimir Putin is open to discussing a Ukraine ceasefire deal with Donald Trump but rules out making any major territorial concessions and insists Kyiv abandon …

Germany will stand up to Russian intimidation, says foreign minister
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany will stand up to Russian intimidation, says foreign minister

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — Germany’s foreign minister vowed on Tuesday that her country would not be intimidated by Russia’s new nuclear deterrent policy, saying the mistakes of the past would not be repeated. Baerbock said Putin is seeking to divide Europe, but was “bitterly mistaken.” The foreign ministers held talks about stepping up Europe’s military support for Ukraine as well as …

US move to allow Ukraine to use its missiles is dangerous: Russia
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US move to allow Ukraine to use its missiles is dangerous: Russia

Hindustan Times  

A day after reports of the Joe Biden administration's move to allow Ukraine to fire American missiles into Russia surfaced, the Kremlin said that Moscow would respond to Washington's "reckless decision". The Kremlin said that this decision taken by US President Joe Biden's office would pull the United States directly into the conflict. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said in a …

Moscow warns the US over allowing Ukraine to hit Russian soil with longer-range weapons
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Moscow warns the US over allowing Ukraine to hit Russian soil with longer-range weapons

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — The Kremlin warned Monday that President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles adds “fuel to the fire” of the war and would escalate international tensions even higher. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave a muted response Sunday to the approval that he and his government have request for over a …

Ukraine’s allies in disarray as Trump-led diplomacy nears
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine’s allies in disarray as Trump-led diplomacy nears

CNN  

CNN — A thousand days into Europe’s most grueling war since the Nazis, the starting gun appears to have been fired for peace talks in Ukraine. One Western official said there was an “overall collective holding of breath” in Western capitals ahead of Trump’s inauguration. A French defense official said: “Discussions surrounding the future of Ukraine have gone into overdrive” …

Ukraine’s allies in disarray as Trump-led diplomacy nears
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine’s allies in disarray as Trump-led diplomacy nears

CNN  

CNN — A thousand days into Europe’s most grueling war since the Nazis, the starting gun appears to have been fired for peace talks in Ukraine. Epifanova said the move might appeal to similar sympathies in Scholz’s own SPD party, but “otherwise it’s very unfortunate for Ukraine.” A diplomat familiar with the mood inside NATO headquarters described uncertainty in the …

British prime minister says he has no plans to talk with Putin as he reaffirms support for Ukraine
1 month, 3 weeks ago

British prime minister says he has no plans to talk with Putin as he reaffirms support for Ukraine

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday that he has no plan to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he pledged support for Ukraine as the U.K.’s top priority at this week’s G20 summit. Speaking with reporters on the way to the meeting in Brazil, Starmer said he wouldn’t speak to Putin as German Chancellor Olaf Scholz …

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy optimistic ‘the war will end sooner’ with new US leadership under Donald Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy optimistic ‘the war will end sooner’ with new US leadership under Donald Trump

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed confidence that the incoming US administration could expedite the end of the war in Ukraine. Zelenskyy aims for peace in 2025 Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine’s determination to see the war conclude by next year through diplomatic efforts. Constructive engagement with the US Zelenskyy referred to a positive meeting with the US leadership in September and reiterated …

Ukraine-Russia war will ‘end sooner’ with Trump as president, says Zelensky
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine-Russia war will ‘end sooner’ with Trump as president, says Zelensky

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 Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has …

Ukraine President Zelenskyy rejects Scholz-Putin dialogue: ‘There will be no Minsk deals; what we need is real peace’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ukraine President Zelenskyy rejects Scholz-Putin dialogue: ‘There will be no Minsk deals; what we need is real peace’

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed strong concern over the recent phone call between German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin, warning that such dialogues could weaken efforts to isolate Moscow diplomatically. Zelenskyy, who has been a vocal advocate for Ukraine’s sovereignty and resistance to Russian aggression, criticized the call as a “Pandora’s box” that could lead to …

German Chancellor calls for Russia’s withdrawal of troops from Ukraine, Putin blames NATO, sets terms for talks
1 month, 3 weeks ago

German Chancellor calls for Russia’s withdrawal of troops from Ukraine, Putin blames NATO, sets terms for talks

Live Mint  

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on Friday for the first time since December 2022, discussing the war in Ukraine, and bilateral relations. Scholz calls for withdrawal of Russian troops During the conversation, Scholz urged Putin to withdraw Russian forces from Ukraine and begin negotiations with Kyiv to achieve a “just and lasting peace,” according to …

Germany's Scholz discusses Ukraine with Russia's Putin in first such call in 2 years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany's Scholz discusses Ukraine with Russia's Putin in first such call in 2 years

NPR  

Germany's Scholz discusses Ukraine with Russia's Putin in first such call in 2 years toggle caption Michael Kappeler/AP/DPA BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke Friday with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin leader's first publicly announced conversation with the sitting head of a major Western power in nearly two years. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Scholz's call to Putin, …

Zelenskyy says Ukraine war will end ‘sooner’ with Trump in office
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy says Ukraine war will end ‘sooner’ with Trump in office

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that Russia’s war against his country will “end sooner” than it otherwise would have done once Donald Trump becomes U.S. president next year. Mr. Zelensky said he had a “constructive exchange” with Mr. Trump during their telephone conversation after his victory in the U.S. presidential election. Throughout the election campaign, Mr. Trump criticised the …

Germany’s Scholz discusses Ukraine with Russia’s Putin in first such call in 2 years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany’s Scholz discusses Ukraine with Russia’s Putin in first such call in 2 years

Associated Press  

BERLIN — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz spoke Friday with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin leader’s first publicly announced conversation with the sitting head of a major Western power in nearly two years. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Scholz’s call to Putin, calling it “a Pandora’s box” and would only serve to make Russia less isolated. The Kremlin said Germany …

Germany’s Scholz speaks to Russia’s Putin for first time in two years
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany’s Scholz speaks to Russia’s Putin for first time in two years

Al Jazeera  

The Russian leader said he is open to talks, but intends to keep the territory Moscow seized in Ukraine. The leaders of Russia and Germany have had their first conversation in almost two years as Western countries prepare for the incoming Trump administration that has signalled its intent to end the war in Ukraine. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz initiated a …

Germany’s Scholz calls Putin, ending Western isolation over Ukraine
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany’s Scholz calls Putin, ending Western isolation over Ukraine

CNN  

CNN — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized a call between Germany’s chancellor and Russian President Vladimir Putin as opening a “Pandora’s box” that only works to undermine efforts to isolate Russia’s leader. On the call, Scholz urged Putin to pull his forces out of Ukraine and begin talks with Kyiv that would open the way for a “just and …

Germany’s Scholz calls Putin, ending Western isolation over Ukraine
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Germany’s Scholz calls Putin, ending Western isolation over Ukraine

CNN  

CNN — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized a call between Germany’s chancellor and Russian President Vladimir Putin as opening a “Pandora’s box” that only works to undermine efforts to isolate Russia’s leader. On the call, Scholz urged Putin to pull his forces out of Ukraine and begin talks with Kyiv that would open the way for a “just and …

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