Zelensky urges Trump not to abandon Ukraine to Putin as US pledges $500m in military aid
6 days, 12 hours ago

Zelensky urges Trump not to abandon Ukraine to Putin as US pledges $500m in military aid

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 Donald Trump must keep backing Ukraine with weapons and ammunition to ensure the country is not “erased off the map”, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky has said during a final meeting of Kyiv’s allies before the president-elect returns to the White House. Speaking at the 25th and final meeting of the Ukraine Contact Defence Group at the Ramstein air base in Germany, where more than 50 of Kyiv’s allies discussed how best to combat Mr Putin’s invasion, Mr Zelensky said it would be “crazy” for Mr Trump to alter the US’ support. open image in gallery Donald Trump recently expressed sympathy with Vladimir Putin’s claims that Nato is expanding towards Russia Mr Trump has not said he will abandon Ukraine but he was elected off the back of promises to end the war in less than a day. Mr Austin endorsed calls for Mr Trump to stay invested in Ukraine’s defence before announcing the US would send another $500 million in security assistance.

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Trump said he'd end Russia-Ukraine war on Day One. Now his advisers say it’ll take months
13 hours, 56 minutes ago

Trump said he'd end Russia-Ukraine war on Day One. Now his advisers say it’ll take months

Firstpost  

Trump associates described the Day One promise as a mix of campaign bravado and an underestimation of the time needed to assemble a new administration capable of addressing the deeply entrenched conflict Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam, November 2017. Resolution to Russia-Ukraine war months away …

Trump’s Unconventional Diplomacy Could Increase Global Tensions
1 day, 8 hours ago

Trump’s Unconventional Diplomacy Could Increase Global Tensions

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 15, 2025 00:07 IST - 8 MINS READ The return of Donald Trump to the White House has raised many concerns because of his unpredictable nature, blunt language, and presumable belief in the “madman theory”. The Abraham Accords, seen as the cornerstone of Trump’s legacy for legitimising Israel in West Asia, have been thrown into disarray following …

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

US, UK unveil new sanctions on Russia's energy sector; Zelenskyy hails the move
5 days, 10 hours ago

US, UK unveil new sanctions on Russia's energy sector; Zelenskyy hails the move

Firstpost  

More than 180 oil-carrying vessels that are suspected to be part of a shadow fleet utilised by the Kremlin to evade oil sanctions as well as traders, oil field service firms and Russian energy officials are also targeted by the new sanctions. Days before outgoing President Joe Biden leaves office, The United States and Britain on Friday announced sanctions against …

Russia responds to Trump's claim he's setting up talks with Putin to 'get that war over with'
Top News
5 days, 13 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 …

Zelenskyy and Austin use their final meeting to press Trump to keep supporting Ukraine
5 days, 19 hours ago

Zelenskyy and Austin use their final meeting to press Trump to keep supporting Ukraine

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin used their final meeting on Thursday to press the incoming Trump administration not to give up on Kyiv’s fight, with Austin warning that to cease military support now “will only invite more aggression, chaos and war.” “We’ve come such a long way that it would honestly be crazy to drop …

Days before taking office, Trump says Putin wants to meet him
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6 days, 3 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 …

Biden levies new sanctions against Russian energy sector. Will Trump undo them?
6 days, 3 hours ago

Biden levies new sanctions against Russian energy sector. Will Trump undo them?

LA Times  

People carry an injured woman to an ambulance after a Russian airstrike in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. President Biden’s administration announced Friday that it’s expanding sanctions against Russia’s critically important energy sector, unveiling a new effort to pressure Moscow over its nearly three-year-old war in Ukraine as President-elect Donald Trump gets set to return to office vowing to quickly end the conflict. …

In their final meeting, Zelenskyy and Austin say military aid to Ukraine must continue under Trump
6 days, 15 hours ago

In their final meeting, Zelenskyy and Austin say military aid to Ukraine must continue under Trump

Associated Press  

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin used their final meeting Thursday to press the incoming Trump administration to not give up on Kyiv’s fight, warning that to cease military support now “will only invite more aggression, chaos and war.” “We’ve come such a long way that it would honestly be crazy …

Biden cancels trip to Italy, meant as final foreign visit of presidency, as fires rage in California
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6 days, 23 hours ago

Biden cancels trip to Italy, meant as final foreign visit of presidency, as fires rage in California

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Wednesday canceled the final overseas trip of his presidency just hours before he was set to depart for Rome and the Vatican, choosing to remain in Washington to monitor the response to devastating fires raging in California. Biden was scheduled to leave Thursday afternoon, after eulogizing former President Jimmy Carter at a memorial service …

Zelensky and Austin say military aid to Ukraine must continue under Trump
1 week ago

Zelensky and Austin say military aid to Ukraine must continue under Trump

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, right, and German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius attend a meeting of the Ukraine Contact Group at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, on Thursday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III used their final meeting Thursday to press the incoming Trump administration to not give up on Kyiv’s fight, warning that to cease …

US to announce $500M in weapons to be sent to Ukraine
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1 week ago

US to announce $500M in weapons to be sent to Ukraine

Associated Press  

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — The U.S. is set to provide Ukraine an additional $500 million in weapons quickly pulled from its existing stockpiles as the Biden administration works to get Kyiv in a stronger negotiating position before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, two U.S. officials said. The announcement is expected during Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s final trip to meet …

US to announce $500M in weapons to be sent to Ukraine
1 week ago

US to announce $500M in weapons to be sent to 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 The U.S. is set to …

Trump parrots Putin's propaganda, blames Nato & Biden for Russian invasion of Ukraine
1 week ago

Trump parrots Putin's propaganda, blames Nato & Biden for Russian invasion of Ukraine

Firstpost  

Falsely claiming that outgoing US President Joe Biden provoked the Russian invasion of Ukraine, US President-elect Donald Trump has said that he sympathises with Russian leader Vladimir Putin over the invasion of Ukraine In the latest instance of US President-elect Donald Trump parroting Russian leader Vladimir Putin’s propaganda, he has blamed outgoing US President Joe Biden and the Western military …

Biden administration set to announce ‘substantial’ final weapons package for Ukraine
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1 week, 1 day ago

Biden administration set to announce ‘substantial’ final weapons package for Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is set to announce a massive, final weapons aid package for Ukraine as part of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s visit to Germany on Thursday to meet with representatives of about 50 partner nations who have come to Ukraine’s defense since Russia invaded nearly three years ago, two senior defense officials said. There likely would be …

Macron urges Ukraine to have ‘realistic expectations’ in conflict with Russia
1 week, 2 days ago

Macron urges Ukraine to have ‘realistic expectations’ in conflict with Russia

Hindustan Times  

French President Emmanuel Macron called on Ukraine Monday to have "realistic" expectations on territory as its fight against the Russian invasion heads into a fourth year, saying he saw no "quick and easy solution" to the conflict. French president Emmanuel Macron has asked Ukraine to keep its expectations realistic when it comes to conflict with Russia Outlining France's foreign policy …

US security guarantees a must for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, Trump can pressure Putin, says Zelenskyy
1 week, 2 days ago

US security guarantees a must for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, Trump can pressure Putin, says Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

In an interview with podcaster Lex Fridman, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia would only be workable if the United States would provide security guarantees Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that US security guarantees are a must for there to be a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia. Even though Zelenskyy said there …

Ukraine will ask allies to boost its air defenses at a meeting in Germany, Zelenskyy says
1 week, 3 days ago

Ukraine will ask allies to boost its air defenses at a meeting in Germany, Zelenskyy says

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 Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Moscow launched 300 attack drones in first three days of 2025, Zelensky says
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1 week, 4 days ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Moscow launched 300 attack drones in first three days of 2025, Zelensky says

The Independent  

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russia ‘drafts 180,000 convicts’ as Zelensky says decisive Trump can stop Putin
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1 week, 5 days ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Russia ‘drafts 180,000 convicts’ as Zelensky says decisive Trump can stop Putin

The Independent  

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Trump’s strength and unpredictability can help end the war in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
1 week, 5 days ago

Trump’s strength and unpredictability can help end the war in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is “strong and unpredictable,” and those qualities can be a decisive factor in his policy approach to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. However, Zelenskyy said it won’t be possible to end the almost three years of war in one day, as Trump claimed during his election campaign that …

Ukraine’s president calls Trump ‘strong and unpredictable,’ hopes he will help end ‘hot’ war
1 week, 6 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, 1 day 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 …

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow and Kyiv exchange hundreds of prisoners as Biden approves $6bn aid
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow and Kyiv exchange hundreds of prisoners as Biden approves $6bn aid

The Independent  

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

Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion more in military aid for Ukraine
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion more in military aid for Ukraine

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said Monday that the United States will send nearly $2.5 billion more in weapons to Ukraine as his administration works quickly to spend all the money it has available to help Kyiv fight off Russia before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. “At my direction, the United States will continue to work relentlessly to strengthen Ukraine’s …

Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine
Top News
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

By Steve Holland Biden announces $2.5 billion in fresh military aid to Ukraine WASHINGTON, - U.S. President Joe Biden announced $2.5 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine on Monday as he uses his final weeks in office to surge military aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power. "At my direction, the United States will continue to work …

Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion more in military aid for Ukraine
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Biden announces nearly $2.5 billion more in military aid for Ukraine

LA Times  

President Biden speaks about the death of former President Jimmy Carter on Sunday at the Company House Hotel in Christiansted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. President Biden said Monday that the United States will send nearly $2.5 billion more in weapons to Ukraine as his administration works quickly to spend all the money it has available to help Kyiv fight …

Biden pledges USD 2.5 billion military aid for Ukraine as Trump set to take office | Kyiv's response
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Biden pledges USD 2.5 billion military aid for Ukraine as Trump set to take office | Kyiv's response

India TV News  

Before leaving office next month, US President Joe Biden has announced nearly USD 2.5 billion of military aid to Ukraine. The package also encompasses USD 1.22 billion in longer-term weapons packages, which would be put on contract through the separate Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, or USAI. Here's what Biden said Biden said that all longer-term USAI funds were spent, while …

Biden announces $2.5 billion military aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Biden announces $2.5 billion military aid to Ukraine before Trump takes office

India Today  

US President Joe Biden announced $2.5 billion in additional security assistance for Ukraine on Monday as he uses his final weeks in office to surge military aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power. "At my direction, the United States will continue to work relentlessly to strengthen Ukraine’s position in this war over the remainder of my time in …

Why has Russia rejected Trump’s Ukraine truce plan?
2 weeks, 3 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 …

US President Biden announces $2.5bn military aid package for Ukraine
2 weeks, 3 days ago

US President Biden announces $2.5bn military aid package for Ukraine

Al Jazeera  

Administration of US President Joe Biden has committed more than $65bn in support since Russia’s full-scale invasion. United States President Joe Biden has announced that his administration will send nearly $2.5bn in military assistance to Ukraine, as the president rushes aid to the war-torn country before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. In addition to the military aid, Secretary …

US to send $1.25 billion in weapons to Ukraine, in push to get aid out before leaving office
2 weeks, 5 days ago

US to send $1.25 billion in weapons to Ukraine, in push to get aid out before leaving office

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The United States is expected to announce that it will send $1.25 billion in military assistance to Ukraine, U.S. officials said Friday, as the Biden administration pushes to get as much aid to Kyiv as possible before leaving office on Jan. 20. The new aid comes as Russia has launched a barrage of attacks against Ukraine’s power facilities …

Russia Ukraine war latest: Biden vows surge in weapons for Kyiv after ‘outrageous’ attack by Putin
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Russia Ukraine war latest: Biden vows surge in weapons for Kyiv after ‘outrageous’ attack by Putin

The Independent  

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NATO CANNOT defend Europe from Russia without US, alliance's eastern leaders warn, weeks before Trump enters the White House
3 weeks, 1 day 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 …

Starmer and Zelensky discuss ‘refining’ UK training for Ukraine armed forces
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Starmer and Zelensky discuss ‘refining’ UK training for Ukraine armed forces

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 Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky have agreed on “the …

Putin signals shift on Ukraine War, suggests talks without preconditions
3 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
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 …

Putin's big statement on ending Ukraine war: 'Russia ready to compromise with...'
3 weeks, 6 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 …

Zelenskyy urges EU and Trump to work together to secure a peace deal with Russia
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Zelenskyy urges EU and Trump to work together to secure a peace deal with Russia

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy insisted that any steps to secure peace would have to involve the might of the United States Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday he needed both Europe and the United States on board to secure a durable peace, as he huddled with EU leaders at their final summit before Donald Trump’s inauguration. “The main thing is that this is …

Will Vladimir Putin end the war with Ukraine because of Trump?
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3 weeks, 6 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 …

Putin Claims He Is Open To Talk To Trump As He Boasts About Gains In Ukraine
3 weeks, 6 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, 6 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
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4 weeks 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
4 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 …

Starmer presses ‘need for allies to stand together with Ukraine’ in Trump call
4 weeks ago

Starmer presses ‘need for allies to stand together with Ukraine’ in Trump call

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 Sir Keir Starmer has spoken to US president-elect Donald Trump …

Donald Trump's Ukraine envoy plans January trip to Kyiv, other European capitals
4 weeks, 1 day 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, 1 day 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 …

NATO takes over Ukraine aid coordination as Trump’s return stirs concerns over US support
4 weeks, 1 day ago

NATO takes over Ukraine aid coordination as Trump’s return stirs concerns over US support

Firstpost  

Trump, who will take office in January, has said wants to end the war in Ukraine swiftly but not how he aims to do so. Trump threatened to quit NATO during his first term as president and demanded allies must spend 3% of national GDP on their militaries, compared with NATO’s target of 2%. Image- Reuters In a move widely …

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