This Week in Explainers: How Oval Office spat between Trump and Zelenskyy unfolded
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This Week in Explainers: How Oval Office spat between Trump and Zelenskyy unfolded

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It is one of the biggest diplomatic disasters of recent times. Donald Trump and JD Vance got into a shouting match with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Oval Office on Friday. We analyse this and more in our weekly wrap Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy argues with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance at the White House in Washington, on, February 28. His “what did you get done this week” email to federal employees sparked confusion; the Doge leader was also the star of the US president’s first Cabinet meeting. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and US President Donald Trump shake hands during a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House, in Washington, DC.

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Donald Trump calls out both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy over ceasefire talks
2 days, 8 hours ago

Donald Trump calls out both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy over ceasefire talks

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out on Sunday at the leaders of both warring parties in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, expressing frustration as efforts to kick-start ceasefire talks remain deadlocked. Mr. Trump first criticised Russian President Vladimir Putin for questioning the credibility of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a negotiating partner, saying he was “very angry, pissed off” with the Kremlin …

Zelensky claims Putin 'influences' White House policy with propaganda and says US officials 'take him at his word' - as peace talks between Russia and Trump administration begin
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1 week, 1 day ago

Zelensky claims Putin 'influences' White House policy with propaganda and says US officials 'take him at his word' - as peace talks between Russia and Trump administration begin

Daily Mail  

Russia has been 'influencing' White House policy with propaganda about the Ukraine war, Volodymyr Zelensky claimed last night. In an interview released as peace talks began, the Ukrainian president pointed to a 'pattern' of high-level officials in Donald Trump's administration taking Vladimir Putin at his word – including claims that Kyiv did not want the war to end. Russia has …

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Defends His Stance During Oval Office Clash With Trump
1 week, 1 day ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Defends His Stance During Oval Office Clash With Trump

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is speaking about his historic Oval Office clash with U.S. President Donald Trump, defending his decision to speak up for his country at a critical juncture in its war against Russia. The two leaders sparred inside the White House in front of the whole world last month with Trump accusing his Ukrainian counterpart …

After talks with Putin and Zelenskyy, is Trump closer to ending Ukraine war?
1 week, 6 days ago

After talks with Putin and Zelenskyy, is Trump closer to ending Ukraine war?

Firstpost  

Following an hour-long phone call with Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to a 30-day halt on strikes on energy assets in Russia. Ukraine agrees to partial ceasefire After holding an hour-long phone call with Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to a partial ceasefire with Russia focused on “energy and other civilian infrastructure.” He added that it is the …

Trump-Zelenskyy phone call: Ukraine agrees to halt strikes on energy, civilian targets
1 week, 6 days ago

Trump-Zelenskyy phone call: Ukraine agrees to halt strikes on energy, civilian targets

Firstpost  

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke on a phone call on Wednesday for the first time since a tense White House meeting three weeks ago. The White House said that the two leaders had agreed to a partial ceasefire to halt Ukrainian attacks on energy targets. I thanked him for a good and productive start to the work of the …

Zelensky denies ‘pressure’ on Russia concessions as Trump lauds ‘very good’ call with Ukraine president
1 week, 6 days ago

Zelensky denies ‘pressure’ on Russia concessions as Trump lauds ‘very good’ call with Ukraine president

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Wednesday that he was “not under any pressure” from US President Donald Trump to make concessions to Russia during discussions on ending the Russian invasion. That's a fact," Volodymyr Zelensky told journalists after speaking with Donald Trump, who shared details of his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week. Trump-Zelensky phone call Trump …

Trump and Zelenskyy wrap up call a day after talks with Russia about possible ceasefire
1 week, 6 days ago

Trump and Zelenskyy wrap up call a day after talks with Russia about possible ceasefire

The Hindu  

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke for about an hour Wednesday morning, the U.S. leader said, a day after he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Mr. Zelenskyy said earlier that a vow by Mr. Putin not to attack energy infrastructure was “very much at odds with reality” following an overnight barrage of drone strikes across the …

'We're very much on track': Trump says had 'good' call with Zelenskyy
1 week, 6 days ago

'We're very much on track': Trump says had 'good' call with Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy was being briefed about Tuesday’s 90-minute call between Trump and Putin that saw the Kremlin leader agree to a limited 30-day halt on strikes against Ukraine’s power grid. US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he had a “very good call” with Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy, adding that he sought to “align both Russia and Ukraine in terms …

Donald Trump says ceasefire talks ‘on track’ after ‘very good’ call with Ukraine’s Zelensky
1 week, 6 days ago

Donald Trump says ceasefire talks ‘on track’ after ‘very good’ call with Ukraine’s Zelensky

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke for about an hour on Wednesday, a day after the former spoke with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Hours before his conversation with US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his anticipation of gaining further insight into Trump's Tuesday call with Putin. Russian strikes on civilian areas in …

Day After Trump-Putin Call, Ukraine's Zelensky Dials US President
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1 week, 6 days ago

Day After Trump-Putin Call, Ukraine's Zelensky Dials US President

ABP News  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday held a telephone call with Donald Trump to discuss the details of the US President's conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. "The president of Ukraine is having a conversation by telephone with US President Donald Trump," Zelensky's spokesman Sergiy Nykyforov said, according to news agency AFP. Speaking after the conversation, US President Donald Trump …

Ukrainian leader Zelenskyy to speak with Trump after U.S. President’s ceasefire talks with Putin
Top News
1 week, 6 days ago

Ukrainian leader Zelenskyy to speak with Trump after U.S. President’s ceasefire talks with Putin

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he plans to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday to hear more about his call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. “We will discuss the details of the next steps with him.” Mr. Zelenskyy said that Mr. Putin’s agreement to stop striking energy infrastructure were “very much at odds with reality” following a …

Zelensky to dial Donald Trump after US President’s call with Putin, warns against concessions to Moscow
1 week, 6 days ago

Zelensky to dial Donald Trump after US President’s call with Putin, warns against concessions to Moscow

Live Mint  

After Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed on Tuesday to temporarily halt attacks on Ukrainian energy facilities, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced he would speak with US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, March 19. Trump and Putin's two-hour call While declining a 30-day ceasefire, Vladimir Putin told Trump that Russia would temporarily halt strikes on critical infrastructure. Earlier, Putin told Trump …

Zelenskyy To Speak With US President After Trump's Ceasefire Talks With Putin
2 weeks ago

Zelenskyy To Speak With US President After Trump's Ceasefire Talks With Putin

ABP News  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that he plans to speak with the US President Donald Trump today so that he could hear more about his call with the Russian leader Vladimir Putin. According to AP, Zelenskyy said at a news conference in Helsinki with Finnish President Alexander Stubb that he will contact President Trump today. He also criticised …

Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of rejecting ceasefire after Vladimir Putin-Donald Trump 90-minute phone call
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2 weeks ago

Ukraine's Zelensky accuses Russia of rejecting ceasefire after Vladimir Putin-Donald Trump 90-minute phone call

Hindustan Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday accused Russia of "effectively rejecting" US-backed ceasefire proposals after fresh strikes targeted civilian infrastructure. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky who had previously accepted a full ceasefire proposal during talks in Saudi Arabia, criticised Russia’s reluctance to commit to an agreement. During a 90-minute call with US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to …

After Putin, Trump speaks to Zelenskyy: Calls aimed to align Russia, Ukraine needs
2 weeks ago

After Putin, Trump speaks to Zelenskyy: Calls aimed to align Russia, Ukraine needs

India Today  

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an hour-long conversation on Wednesday morning, following Trump's discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday. Much of the discussion was based on the call made yesterday with President Putin in order to align both Russia and Ukraine in terms of their requests and needs.” Just completed a very good …

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy ready to halt attacks on energy sites after Trump call
2 weeks ago

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy ready to halt attacks on energy sites after Trump call

Al Jazeera  

Trump tells Zelenskyy that the US could take ownership of Ukrainian power plants to protect their security. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to support a US proposal to pause attacks on energy targets following a “positive” phone call with US President Donald Trump, a day after the Russian president also accepted the US plan. The purpose of the …

Trump Holds Phone Call With Putin To Discuss Ukraine Truce, Russia Agrees To Energy Ceasefire
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2 weeks ago

Trump Holds Phone Call With Putin To Discuss Ukraine Truce, Russia Agrees To Energy Ceasefire

ABP News  

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the 30-day ceasefire proposal in Ukraine over a two-and-a-half hour phone call on Tuesday, the White House said. The two world leaders began the highly anticipated call as the US administration is looking to persuade the Russian leader to sign-off on the ceasefire proposal to end the war in Ukraine. …

Zelensky: The perils of personal charisma
2 weeks ago

Zelensky: The perils of personal charisma

Hindustan Times  

Leadership communication is a high-stakes game where miscalculations can turn into global embarrassment. The recent Oval Office showdown between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and United States President Donald Trump exemplifies what happens when a leader misreads power dynamics, fails to adapt, and allows personal branding to overshadow strategic diplomacy. The meeting spiralled into an awkward spectacle, with some arguing that …

Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire, but Zelenskyy is skeptical that Russia is ready for peace
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire, but Zelenskyy is skeptical that Russia is ready for peace

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is set to hold talks on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he looks to get buy-in on a U.S. ceasefire proposal that he hopes can create a pathway to ending Russia’s devastating war on Ukraine. And I think we’ll be able to do it.” In preparation for the Trump-Putin call, White House special …

Trump and Putin agree to a pause in strikes on energy and other targets in Ukraine war
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump and Putin agree to a pause in strikes on energy and other targets in Ukraine war

LA Times  

President Trump meets in 2019 with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in Osaka, Japan. President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed during a lengthy call Tuesday to an immediate pause in strikes against energy and other infrastructure targets in the Ukraine war, but the Kremlin leader stopped short of backing a broader 30-day …

Putin and Trump will speak on Tuesday about the war in Ukraine
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Putin and Trump will speak on Tuesday about the war in Ukraine

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on President Donald Trump and his administration WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday in a possible pivot point in efforts to end the war in Ukraine and an opportunity for Trump to continue reorienting American foreign policy. We want to see if we can bring that war …

U.S. Envoy Is Taking Putin's Comments On Ukraine Ceasefire Proposal To Trump, Kremlin Official Says
2 weeks, 4 days ago

U.S. Envoy Is Taking Putin's Comments On Ukraine Ceasefire Proposal To Trump, Kremlin Official Says

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss details of the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, asking him to convey Moscow’s thoughts to Washington, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday. Putin asked Witkoff late Thursday to give additional messages to U.S. President Donald Trump, Peskov told reporters, …

Beyond Zelenskyy: In the era of Trumpism, Ukraine should find a safe escape
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Beyond Zelenskyy: In the era of Trumpism, Ukraine should find a safe escape

Firstpost  

If Russia agrees to a settlement with Ukraine, even if the latter loses 20 per cent of its territory, Ukraine should consider itself lucky—with or without Zelenskyy at the helm When I began writing this piece on March 1, it was intended as a commentary on the very public, live-televised humiliation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy by Donald Trump and his understudy, …

Beyond Zelenskyy: In the era of Trumpism, Ukraine should find a safe escape
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Beyond Zelenskyy: In the era of Trumpism, Ukraine should find a safe escape

Firstpost  

If Russia agrees to a settlement with Ukraine, even if the latter loses 20 per cent of its territory, Ukraine should consider itself lucky—with or without Zelenskyy at the helm The question remains: will Volodymyr Zelenskyy survive as president of Ukraine? First, on March 11, Donald Trump completed 50 days in his second inning of ‘Trumpism’—a period in which he …

Zelenskyy has shifted Trump's angry gaze and put Putin on the defensive
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Zelenskyy has shifted Trump's angry gaze and put Putin on the defensive

ABC  

In the new poker game of international politics, Donald Trump is dealing the cards and Vladimir Putin has blinked and made a concession. The latest development in a possible ceasefire in Ukraine came after the disastrous meeting Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy had in the White House with Trump. Shifting Trump's angry gaze In Saudi Arabia, Zelenskyy did not commit to any …

US envoy is taking Putin's comments on Ukraine ceasefire proposal to Trump, Kremlin official says
2 weeks, 5 days ago

US envoy is taking Putin's comments on Ukraine ceasefire proposal to Trump, Kremlin official says

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss details of the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, asking him to convey Moscow’s thoughts to Washington, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday. Putin asked Witkoff late Thursday to give additional messages to U.S. President Donald Trump, Peskov told reporters, after the Russian …

Zelenskyy rips Putin for truce terms: Doesn't want it but scared to tell Trump
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Zelenskyy rips Putin for truce terms: Doesn't want it but scared to tell Trump

India Today  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has slammed his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin over the latter's response to the US's 30-day ceasefire, describing it as "manipulative". Calling for more sanctions on Moscow, Zelenskyy further claimed that Putin is actually preparing to reject the truce deal but is afraid to say it directly to US President Donald Trump. "He is in fact preparing …

US envoy is taking Putin's comments on Ukraine ceasefire proposal to Trump, Kremlin official says
2 weeks, 5 days ago

US envoy is taking Putin's comments on Ukraine ceasefire proposal to Trump, Kremlin official says

India Today  

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss details of the American proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, asking him to convey Moscow’s thoughts to Washington, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday. Putin asked Witkoff late Thursday to give additional messages to U.S. President Donald Trump, Peskov told reporters, after the Russian …

Trump invites Zelensky back to White House after agreeing to 'total ceasefire' as he reveals Putin talks and vows to get the war 'over with'
3 weeks ago

Trump invites Zelensky back to White House after agreeing to 'total ceasefire' as he reveals Putin talks and vows to get the war 'over with'

Daily Mail  

US president Donald Trump has invited Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky back to the White House, weeks after their Oval Office bust-up, after the wartime leader said he was open to a total, but temporary, ceasefire. When asked by reporters whether Zelensky was welcome back at the White House, Donald Trump tonight said: 'Sure, absolutely' Volodymyr Zelensky is welcomed by Deputy …

Ukraine gears up for talks with US in Saudi Arabia. What you need to know
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Ukraine gears up for talks with US in Saudi Arabia. What you need to know

Firstpost  

US officials are set to meet their Ukrainian counterparts today in Saudi Arabia. The development comes in the aftermath of the disastrous interaction between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump during a White House visit in February. Here’s what you need to know Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy with US counterpart Donald Trump at the White House. The …

US-Ukraine talk in Saudi Arabia: ‘We have some weakness with Russia’, Donald Trump eyes ‘mineral deal’ with Zelensky
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

US-Ukraine talk in Saudi Arabia: ‘We have some weakness with Russia’, Donald Trump eyes ‘mineral deal’ with Zelensky

Live Mint  

Saudi Arabia is set to host talks on Tuesday between the United States and Ukraine, following a “feud” during its visit to the White House in Washington on 28 February. Although Riyadh, the capital of the oil-rich kingdom, might seem an unlikely setting for talks aimed at easing tensions, Saudi Arabia, under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's leadership, has been …

Ukraine will propose limited cease-fire during talks with U.S. in Saudi Arabia, officials say
Top News
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Ukraine will propose limited cease-fire during talks with U.S. in Saudi Arabia, officials say

LA Times  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, center left, meets with Prince Saud bin Mishaal, deputy governor of Saudi Arabia’s Mecca region, center right, and Saudi Commerce Minister Majid bin Abdullah al-Qasabi in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday. A Ukrainian delegation set to meet with America’s top diplomat in Saudi Arabia about ending the 3-year war with Russia will propose a cease-fire covering …

Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine’s survival against Russia, even with full US support
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine’s survival against Russia, even with full US support

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine might not be able to survive against Russia, even if the United States escalates its support for Kyiv’s fight. Trump’s comments on Ukraine’s survival In an interview with Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, Trump said, “Well, it may not survive anyway,” when asked about the future of Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict …

Very unfortunate: Former US state secy Pompeo on Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office showdown
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Very unfortunate: Former US state secy Pompeo on Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office showdown

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, Former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo on Friday described the Oval Office showdown between American President Donald Trump and his Ukranian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "very unfortunate". Very unfortunate: Former US state secy Pompeo on Trump-Zelenskyy Oval Office showdown Pompeo made the remark while responding to a question during an interactive session at the India Today Conclave. …

Zelensky says US, Ukraine officials to meet in Saudi Arabia: What to expect? Ceasefire, peace deal talks likely
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Zelensky says US, Ukraine officials to meet in Saudi Arabia: What to expect? Ceasefire, peace deal talks likely

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Thursday that talks between Ukraine and the US on ending the war with Russia will take place in Saudi Arabia next week. The US-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia comes days after the "shouting match" between Zelensky and US President Donald Trump at the Oval Office stunned the world. Zelensky will visit Saudi Arabia next …

Trump warns of imposing sanctions, tariffs on Russia, days after Oval Office spat with Zelensky
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump warns of imposing sanctions, tariffs on Russia, days after Oval Office spat with Zelensky

India TV News  

Trump warns of imposing sanctions, tariffs on Russia, days after Oval Office spat with Zelensky The heated exchange between the Ukrainian President and Donald Trump led to the rest of Zelenskyy's White House visit being canceled and called into question how much the United States will still support Ukraine in its defense against Russia's 2022 invasion. United States President Donald …

Trump weighs new sanctions on Russia, days after pausing military aid to Ukraine
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump weighs new sanctions on Russia, days after pausing military aid to Ukraine

LA Times  

President Trump, right, meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office at the White House on Feb. 28 in Washington. President Trump said Friday he is “strongly considering” levying new sanctions and tariffs on Russia for its war against Ukraine, floating the possibility of new pressure on Moscow just days after he ordered a pause on U.S. military …

US and Ukraine to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia as relations thaw
3 weeks, 5 days ago

US and Ukraine to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia as relations thaw

ABC  

Volodymyr Zelenskyy will travel to Saudi Arabia for talks with the US on ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. “As we told President Trump, Ukraine is working and will work exclusively constructively for a quick and reliable peace.” Europe voices its support for Ukraine, without Hungary Photo shows A man in black walks down a hallway while others watch …

‘Betrayal’: Trump’s escalating Russian alignment condemned by critics, praised by Kremlin
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Betrayal’: Trump’s escalating Russian alignment condemned by critics, praised by Kremlin

Raw Story  

In the week since Donald Trump and JD Vance launched a two-on-one televised attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the American president, his administration, and his allies have escalated actions that undermine—and even endanger—Ukraine and its people on multiple fronts, leading critics to denounce President Trump’s “betrayal.” Trump and his administration reportedly will be targeting Ukrainian refugees in the U.S., …

Zelensky vows to 'work constructively' with Trump for a 'fast' peace and reveals he will fly to Saudi Arabia next week where there will be US-Ukraine peace talks following White House showdown
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Zelensky vows to 'work constructively' with Trump for a 'fast' peace and reveals he will fly to Saudi Arabia next week where there will be US-Ukraine peace talks following White House showdown

Daily Mail  

Ukraine will hold peace talks with the US next week, President Zelensky has said - as he vowed to work 'constructively' with Donald Trump. President Zelensky insisted his country is hoping to secure a 'fast' and 'lasting' peace deal following his blistering row with Trump at the White House last week. The Ukrainian leader said he will work 'constructively' with …

Trump planning endgame for Zelenskyy? His team holds ‘secret’ talks with Ukrainian leader’s rivals
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Trump planning endgame for Zelenskyy? His team holds ‘secret’ talks with Ukrainian leader’s rivals

Firstpost  

The conversations revolved around the feasibility of Ukraine conducting swift presidential elections. Currently postponed under the country’s constitution due to ongoing martial law, the elections face opposition from critics who argue they could be disorderly and benefit Russia A week after the ugly exchange of words between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office, at least four officials …

The world is beginning to tire of Trump’s whiplash leadership
3 weeks, 6 days ago

The world is beginning to tire of Trump’s whiplash leadership

CNN  

CNN — Government by chaos is back. Trump’s haphazard efforts to make peace in Ukraine, revive Rust Belt-heavy industry with 19th century-style tariffs and slash government are as improvisational as the “weave” – his name for his stream-of-consciousness campaign screeds. “There’s too much unpredictability and chaos coming out of the White House right now,” Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly said …

After Trump’s fiery row with Zelenskyy, Russia heaps praise on US leader
3 weeks, 6 days ago

After Trump’s fiery row with Zelenskyy, Russia heaps praise on US leader

Al Jazeera  

Meanwhile, Europeans are considering how to replace the US with raised defence commitments to Ukraine, boots on the ground and a shared nuclear deterrent. But I also don’t want my son to go and fight in five years.” Trump’s administration ‘clearly sides with Russia’ “There is no longer any pretence that the administration clearly sides with Russia,” said retired US …

Zelenskyy's chief of staff, US NSA Waltz hold phone call, agree to further talks
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Zelenskyy's chief of staff, US NSA Waltz hold phone call, agree to further talks

Firstpost  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff on Wednesday said that Ukraine and the US have agreed to hold further talks after a call with US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz President Donald Trump meets with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump Tower, Sept. 27, 2024, in New York. File Image- AP Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff on …

Kremlin says a 2022 Ukrainian decree bans Zelenskyy from talks with Putin
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Kremlin says a 2022 Ukrainian decree bans Zelenskyy from talks with Putin

Associated Press  

Russia on Wednesday asked how Ukraine could attend potential talks on ending their three-year war when a Ukrainian decree from 2022 rules out negotiations with President Vladimir Putin. Neither Ukrainian nor Western officials have mentioned the presidential decree, signed seven months after Russia’s full-scale invasion, in the context of U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest efforts to stop the fighting in …

Starmer could head for White House with Zelensky and Macron in desperate bid to save Western alliance - as Trump hints Ukraine's pleading letter might have worked and claims Russia 'ready for peace'
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Starmer could head for White House with Zelensky and Macron in desperate bid to save Western alliance - as Trump hints Ukraine's pleading letter might have worked and claims Russia 'ready for peace'

Daily Mail  

Keir Starmer could head for the White House with Volodymyr Zelensky in a desperate bid to save Western alliances. Mr Trump said he 'appreciated' the message, adding he wants to sign a deal for US companies to extract rare earth minerals from Ukraine. The PM is said to be ready to make the trip with the Ukrainian president and Emmanuel …

How Zelenskyy could have avoided the Oval Office fiasco
3 weeks, 6 days ago

How Zelenskyy could have avoided the Oval Office fiasco

Firstpost  

Zelenskyy has a knowledge of the English language but it is not adequate for conducting a conversation at the summit level. He should have relied on an interpreter who could have explained the exact meaning of the idioms used by Trump The 49.47 minutes long video of the summit meeting of US President Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr …

Chronicle of a disaster foretold: How Zelenskyy has led Ukraine down the path to perdition
4 weeks ago

Chronicle of a disaster foretold: How Zelenskyy has led Ukraine down the path to perdition

Firstpost  

The Ukrainian President could not realise that he was merely a pawn — though a much glorified one — in the larger Russia versus the West battle. Sadly, the Ukrainian President could not realise that he was merely a pawn — though a much glorified one — in the larger Russia versus the West battle. It all began when the …

Zelenskyy calls Oval Office spat with Trump ’regrettable,’ says he’s ready to work for Ukraine peace
4 weeks ago

Zelenskyy calls Oval Office spat with Trump ’regrettable,’ says he’s ready to work for Ukraine peace

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that the Oval Office blowup with U.S. counterpart Donald Trump last week was “regrettable,” adding that he stands ready to work under Trump’s “strong leadership” to get a lasting peace. “Simultaneously, we’ve had serious discussion with Russia and have received strong signals that they are ready for peace.” Earlier, in an apparent reference to …

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Calls Oval Office Spat With Trump 'Regrettable'
4 weeks ago

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Calls Oval Office Spat With Trump 'Regrettable'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday the Oval Office blowup with U.S. President Donald Trump last week was “regrettable,” adding that he stands ready to work under Trump’s “strong leadership” to get a lasting peace. In an apparent reference to Trump’s criticism following the contentious White House meeting on Friday that Zelensky does not …

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