Russia-Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Conflict Talks Resume; Zelensky Says Ukraine Must Accept Fact That It Won't Join NATO
2 years, 9 months ago

Russia-Ukraine War LIVE Updates: Conflict Talks Resume; Zelensky Says Ukraine Must Accept Fact That It Won't Join NATO

News 18  

As Ukraine-Russia talks continue on Tuesday, the European Union imposed fresh sanctions against Vladimir Putin’s country, targeting steel, energy and luxury sectors, and powerful oligarchs, including Chelsea football club owner Roman Abramovich. He also said, “I am in close contact with a number of countries, including India, Israel, China, Turkey, France and Germany on mediation efforts to bring an end to the war in Ukraine.” Here are the top developments: — Russia and Ukraine resumed another round of ceasefire talks on Tuesday. — Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine must accept fact that it won’t join NATO, Sputnik reported. “Staff had restarted operations to reconnect the plant to the electricity grid.” — White House officials are discussing the possibility of US President Joe Biden travelling to Europe in the coming weeks to discuss Russia and Ukraine with allies, two sources familiar with the situation said on Monday. — Volodymyr Zelensky has said he’s spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett as part of a negotiation effort to end the war with Russia “with a fair peace”.

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NATO CANNOT defend Europe from Russia without US, alliance's eastern leaders warn, weeks before Trump enters the White House
13 hours, 29 minutes 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 …

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip
2 days, 1 hour ago

Slovak PM Fico holds talks with Putin during surprise Russia trip

Al Jazeera  

Fico discussed the Ukraine war and the transport of Russian gas to Slovakia via Ukraine, according to statements. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has held one-on-one talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a surprise visit to Moscow, according to the Kremlin. Fico discussed “a peaceful end to the war” in Ukraine, according to a Facebook post by the Slovak …

Putin ‘loves to kill’, ‘simply scumbags’: Volodymyr Zelenskyy over Russia’s ‘plan to strike Kyiv’ with new missile
4 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 …

Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?
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5 days, 1 hour 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 …

EU leaders insist no decisions can be taken about Ukraine without Ukraine, or behind their backs
5 days, 13 hours ago

EU leaders insist no decisions can be taken about Ukraine without Ukraine, or behind their backs

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — European Union leaders insisted on Thursday that no decisions can be taken about the future of war-ravaged Ukraine without its consent — or behind the backs of its partners in Europe, barely a month before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. In a show of solidarity at a summit in Brussels with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, many EU leaders …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky admits troops cannot retake Donetsk as Kyiv unveils Trident laser weapon
5 days, 21 hours ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Zelensky admits troops cannot retake Donetsk as Kyiv unveils Trident laser weapon

The Independent  

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Russia ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war: Putin
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6 days, 1 hour 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 …

Zelenskyy discusses security guarantees for Ukraine with Nato, European leaders
6 days, 1 hour 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 …

Zelenskyy says US, Europe must work together to secure Ukraine peace
6 days, 1 hour ago

Zelenskyy says US, Europe must work together to secure Ukraine peace

Al Jazeera  

Zelenskyy insisted that any steps to secure peace in Ukraine would have to involve the might of the United States. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged European countries to provide guarantees to protect Ukraine after the war with Russia ends, but said these would not be enough without support from the United States under Donald Trump. Kyiv and its European …

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky admits troops cannot retake Donetsk as Kyiv unveils Trident laser weapon
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6 days, 6 hours ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky admits troops cannot retake Donetsk as Kyiv unveils Trident laser weapon

The Independent  

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The one battle President Zelensky looks set to win
1 week 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 …

Europe Needs to Swiftly Fulfil Its Aid Pledges to Ukraine
1 week, 1 day ago

Europe Needs to Swiftly Fulfil Its Aid Pledges to Ukraine

Live Mint  

A note to Europe’s leaders: When it comes to sending sufficient aid to help Ukraine end Russia’s invasion, if not now, when? That’s in one sense promising, given that Europe will soon have to fill a large void should Trump follow through on his campaign promise to reduce American support for Ukraine. Yet among the many reasons for Ukraine’s current …

Kremlin ‘agrees’ with Trump as he calls Biden’s ATACMS nod to Ukraine a ‘foolish decision’
1 week, 4 days 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 …

France’s Macron and Poland’s Tusk insist Ukraine must be at the heart of any potential peace talks
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1 week, 5 days 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 …

Zelenskyy criticises Orban for discussing Ukraine war with Putin, emphasises Kyiv's role in peace talks
1 week, 6 days ago

Zelenskyy criticises Orban for discussing Ukraine war with Putin, emphasises Kyiv's role in peace talks

Firstpost  

“No one should boost personal image at the expense of unity; everyone should focus on shared success. AP File Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday criticised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for discussing Ukraine war with Russian President Vladimir Putin during a call, saying that Kyiv must be part of any discussions regarding Russia’s war against the country. “It’s absolutely …

Ukraine peace talks possible this winter, says Donald Tusk
2 weeks 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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2 weeks 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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Russia open to negotiations on Ukraine war, welcomes peace initiatives: Kremlin
2 weeks, 1 day 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 Zelenskyy praises Trump as leader feared by Putin
2 weeks, 1 day 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
2 weeks, 1 day 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
2 weeks, 1 day 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
2 weeks, 1 day 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
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,019
2 weeks, 2 days 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
2 weeks, 2 days 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
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2 weeks, 2 days 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 says Zelensky is ready for 'deal' with Russia
2 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russian strikes kill 12 as Kyiv unveils new long-range ‘rocket-drone’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russian strikes kill 12 as Kyiv unveils new long-range ‘rocket-drone’

The Independent  

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Trump calls Russia-Ukraine war 'madness', says China can help broker peace
2 weeks, 3 days 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 criticises Russia's role in Syria: Lost all interest because of Ukraine
2 weeks, 3 days 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 calls for ‘immediate’ cease-fire in Ukraine, says U.S. withdrawal from NATO is possible
2 weeks, 3 days 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
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2 weeks, 3 days 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
2 weeks, 3 days ago

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

The Independent  

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1,000 days on, where is Ukraine crisis headed?
Trending News
2 weeks, 4 days 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?
Trending News
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Ukraine sanctions Georgian leaders over crackdown on pro-EU protests
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Ukraine sanctions Georgian leaders over crackdown on pro-EU protests

Al Jazeera  

President Zelenskyy targets the prime minister and other Georgian Dream figures for ‘handing the country over to Putin’. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sanctioned top Georgian officials, including the prime minister and the billionaire founder of the ruling party, in a bid to halt the country’s apparent drift into Russia’s orbit. Zelenskyy announced the sanctions on Thursday after a seventh …

Hungarian official says there is ‘no consensus’ on inviting Ukraine to join NATO
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Hungarian official says there is ‘no consensus’ on inviting Ukraine to join NATO

Associated Press  

BUDAPEST, Hungary — Hungary’s foreign minister said a meeting of his counterparts from NATO member countries in Brussels on Wednesday had produced “no consensus” on the prospect of inviting Ukraine to join the transatlantic military alliance, a step Kyiv sees as an essential condition for bringing an end to Russia’s war. He warned that bringing Ukraine into NATO’s ranks “would …

Tucker Carlson returns to Russia for major interview, claims US embassy in Kyiv barred Zelenskyy from talking to him
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Tucker Carlson returns to Russia for major interview, claims US embassy in Kyiv barred Zelenskyy from talking to him

Hindustan Times  

Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson announced his return to Russia following his bombshell interview with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin. Tucker Carlson shared a clip X, in which he declared, “We are closer to nuclear war than at any time in history.” Taking to X, Carlson shared a clip, in which he declared, “We are closer to nuclear war than …

US could INCREASE its military aid for Ukraine under Trump peace plan: Donald's advisers' proposals revealed - but NATO membership is 'off the table'
2 weeks, 6 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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. …

New Nato chief warns Trump not to push Ukraine deal that would have Putin and Iran ‘high-fiving’
2 weeks, 6 days 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 will use ‘even stronger military means’ if Western pressure continues, warns deputy foreign minister
3 weeks ago

Russia will use ‘even stronger military means’ if Western pressure continues, warns deputy foreign minister

CNN  

Moscow CNN — Russia will resort to “even stronger military means” in its war with Ukraine if the US and its allies fail to recognize it cannot be tested indefinitely, Moscow’s deputy foreign minister told CNN’s Fred Pleitgen in an exclusive interview on Wednesday. The risk of military escalation shouldn’t be underestimated and depends on decisions in Washington, Ryabkov said, …

Russia says ‘many’ countries eager to host Ukraine talks but no grounds yet
3 weeks ago

Russia says ‘many’ countries eager to host Ukraine talks but no grounds yet

Al Jazeera  

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov says Qatar and a number of other countries willing to host negotiations but conditions are not yet right. Russia has thanked Qatar and “many” other countries for expressing interest in hosting talks about bringing the war in Ukraine to an end, but stressed that conditions are not yet right. “There are no grounds for negotiations yet,” …

NATO’s chief avoids talk of Ukraine’s membership. He says the priority is helping Kyiv defend itself
3 weeks ago

NATO’s chief avoids talk of Ukraine’s membership. He says the priority is helping Kyiv defend itself

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on Tuesday sidestepped questions about Ukraine’s possible membership in the military alliance, saying that the priority now must be to strengthen the country’s hand in any future peace talks with Russia by sending it more weapons. Rutte’s remarks, ahead of a meeting of NATO foreign ministers, came days after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said …

NATO set to hold off Ukraine invite push as Trump looms
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3 weeks ago

NATO set to hold off Ukraine invite push as Trump looms

Raw Story  

NATO foreign ministers looked set to rebuff Tuesday a push from Ukraine for progress on joining their alliance ahead of Donald Trump taking power in the United States. Zelensky said Sunday that Kyiv was hoping NATO foreign ministers meeting in Brussels with Ukraine's top diplomat would issue "recommendations" to grant his country a membership invitation. Briefing reporters Monday as Washington …

NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite
3 weeks, 1 day ago

NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite

Hindustan Times  

* NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite Foreign ministers from NATO's 32 countries gather in Brussels * Ukraine had ministers to support membership invitation * But diplomats see no consensus on issue * NATO has said Ukraine will join but not when By Sabine Siebold and Humeyra Pamuk BRUSSELS, - NATO is highly unlikely to heed Ukraine's …

Ukraine slams ‘failed’ 1994 security guarantee, urges NATO membership
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine slams ‘failed’ 1994 security guarantee, urges NATO membership

Al Jazeera  

Ukraine has slammed a 30-year-old security agreement as it reiterated its call for NATO membership. “We are convinced that the only real guarantee of security for Ukraine, as well as a deterrent to further Russian aggression against Ukraine and other states, is Ukraine’s full membership in NATO,” the Foreign Ministry statement read. “With the bitter experience of the Budapest Memorandum …

Ukraine must be in strong position for negotiations, Starmer says
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine must be in strong position for negotiations, Starmer says

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 Ukraine must be placed in the “strongest possible position for …

Russia says West seeking Ukraine ceasefire to rearm Kyiv amid Scholz’s visit
3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

‘Major compromise’: How Ukraine’s Zelenskyy shifted goals to end Russia war
3 weeks, 2 days ago

‘Major compromise’: How Ukraine’s Zelenskyy shifted goals to end Russia war

Al Jazeera  

For the first time, Zelenskyy has said the war could be ended without getting back all of Ukrainian territory from Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said over the weekend that he seeks an early end to the war with Russia, adding Ukraine could retake occupied land later through diplomacy if Kyiv’s NATO membership is certain. In an interview with Sky News …

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